Southern Railway RRC SR has announced the Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2024. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates who wish to work with the Indian Railways. The recruitment drive is for a total of 2438 apprentice positions across various trades. Interested candidates can apply online from 22 July 2024 to 12 August 2024. This post provides all the necessary information regarding eligibility, application procedure, important dates, and more.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 22 July 2024
- Application End Date: 12 August 2024 (up to 5 PM)
- Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 12 August 2024
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / PH: No Fee
- All Category Female: No Fee
- Note: Only registered online forms will be accepted.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 22-24 years (varies by post)
- Age Relaxation: As per Southern Railway RRC SR Apprentice Rules 2024-2025
Educational Qualifications
- For Freshers: Class 10th or 12th with a minimum of 50% marks.
- For Ex-ITI: Class 10th with ITI/NCVT Certificate in the relevant trade.
Vacancy Details
The total number of posts available is 2438. Below are the detailed vacancy distributions:
Factory/Zone Wise Vacancy
- Signal & Telecommunication Workshop / Podanur, Coimbatore
- Freshers: 18 posts
- Ex-ITI: 52 posts
- Carriage & Wagon Works Perambur
- Freshers: 47 posts
- Ex-ITI: 350 posts
- Railway Hospital / Perambur Medical Laboratory Technician MLT
- Freshers: 20 posts
- Thiruvananthapuram Division
- Ex-ITI: 145 posts
- Salem Division
- Ex-ITI: 222 posts
- Palakkad Division
- Ex-ITI: 285 posts
- Electrical Workshop / Perambur
- Ex-ITI: 130 posts
- Loco Works Perambur
- Ex-ITI: 228 posts
- Engineering Workshop / Arakkonam
- Ex-ITI: 48 posts
- Chennai Division / Personnel Branch
- Ex-ITI: 24 posts
- Chennai Division Electrical / Rolling Stock / Arakkonam
- Ex-ITI: 65 posts
- Chennai Division Electrical / Rolling Stock / Avadi
- Ex-ITI: 65 posts
- Chennai Division Electrical / Rolling Stock / Tambaram
- Ex-ITI: 55 posts
- Chennai Division Electrical / Rolling Stock Royapuram
- Ex-ITI: 30 posts
- Chennai Division Mechanical Diesel
- Ex-ITI: 22 posts
- Chennai Division Mechanical Carriage & Wagon
- Ex-ITI: 250 posts
- Chennai Division Railway Hospital Perambur
- Ex-ITI: 3 posts
- Central Workshops Ponmalai
- Ex-ITI: 201 posts
- Tiruchchirappali Division
- Ex-ITI: 94 posts
- Madurai Division
- Ex-ITI: 84 posts
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online for the Southern Railway RRC SR Trade Apprentice Post 2024 from 22 July 2024 to 12 August 2024. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth application process:
- Read the Notification: Carefully read the official notification before applying.
- Collect Documents: Ensure all necessary documents such as eligibility proof, ID proof, address details, and other basic information are ready.
- Scan Documents: Prepare scanned copies of your photo, signature, ID proof, and other related documents.
- Fill the Form: Complete the application form online, making sure all columns are filled correctly.
- Review and Submit: Double-check the completed form before submitting. Ensure that all information is correct.
- Print the Form: Take a printout of the final submitted form for your records.
Selection Procedure
The selection of candidates will be based on their academic qualifications and performance in the relevant trade. The detailed selection process is mentioned in the official notification.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Southern Railway RRC SR Trade Apprentice Post 2024?
The last date to apply online is 12 August 2024, up to 5 PM.
Q2: Is there any application fee for SC/ST/PH candidates?
No, there is no application fee for SC/ST/PH candidates.
Q3: What is the age limit for applying?
The minimum age is 15 years, and the maximum age ranges from 22 to 24 years depending on the post. Age relaxation is provided as per rules.
Q4: What are the educational qualifications required?
For freshers, a minimum of 50% marks in Class 10th or 12th is required. For Ex-ITI candidates, a Class 10th certificate along with ITI/NCVT Certificate in the relevant trade is needed.
Q5: How many vacancies are available in total?
There are a total of 2438 vacancies available across various trades and zones.
Q6: When does the application process start?
The application process starts on 22 July 2024.
Q7: How can I apply for the apprenticeship?
You can apply online by visiting the official website and following the application procedure mentioned above.
Q8: Is there any fee for female candidates?
No, there is no application fee for female candidates.
Q9: What documents are needed for the application?
You will need eligibility proof, ID proof, address details, and scanned copies of your photo and signature.
Q10: Where can I find more details about the vacancies?
For detailed information about the vacancies, you can read the official notification.
Conclusion
The Southern Railway RRC SR Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2024 is a great opportunity for those looking to start a career in Indian Railways. With a total of 2438 vacancies, this recruitment drive covers a wide range of trades and zones. Make sure to apply online between 22 July 2024 and 12 August 2024, and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria. For more detailed information, always refer to the official notification.
Apply now and take the first step towards a promising career with Southern Railway!
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