Railway BLW Notification 2025 for 374 ITI & Non-ITI apprentice posts has been released on 5th July 2025. Candidates can apply online for Railway BLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025 at blw.indianrailways.gov.in or apprenticeblw.in, with the application window now active from 5th July to 5th August 2025.
Railway BLW Apprentice Notification 2025 Out
Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi has released the official notification for 374 Act Apprentice posts for both ITI and Non-ITI categories under the Apprentices Act 1961 (47th Batch). Read below for complete details on trade-wise vacancies, eligibility, application fee, selection process, and other key information.
Railway BLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF – Click to Download
Railway BLW Recruitment 2025 Overview
This recruitment aims to engage 374 apprentices (300 ITI + 74 Non ITI) across various trades. Selection is merit-based, and no exam will be conducted.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Indian Railways |
| Posts | Apprentice (ITI & Non-ITI) |
| Vacancies | 374 |
| Notification No. | 47th Batch Act.Appt./2024 |
| Job Nature | Apprenticeship |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 5th July to 5th August 2025 |
| Job Location | Varanasi |
| Qualification | 10th pass (with ITI or without) |
| Selection Process | Merit-based (No Exam) |
Railway BLW Apprentice Vacancy 2025
ITI Seats
| Trade | Total |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 107 |
| Carpenter | 03 |
| Painter (Gen.) | 07 |
| Machinist | 67 |
| Welder (G&E) | 45 |
| Electrician | 71 |
Non-ITI Seats
| Trade | Total |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 30 |
| Machinist | 15 |
| Welder (G&E) | 11 |
| Electrician | 18 |
Railway BLW Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2025
Educational Qualification
- Non ITI: 10th pass with 50% marks (as on 05/07/2025)
- ITI: 10th pass with 50% marks + ITI in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT certified)
Age Limit (as on 05/08/2025)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Non ITI | 15 to 22 years |
| ITI | 15 to 24 years (except Welder & Carpenter: max 22 years) |
| SC/ST | +5 years |
| OBC | +3 years |
| PwBD | UR-10 yrs, SC/ST-15 yrs, OBC-13 yrs |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service + 3 yrs (max 10 yrs) |
Railway BLW Apprentice Apply Online 2025
Candidates must apply online through the official portal apprenticeblw.in and upload required documents, including scanned certificates and photographs.
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Railway BLW Apprentice Application Fee 2025
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | No Fee |
Fee is non-refundable and payable online via debit/credit/net banking.
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How to Apply for Railway BLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
- Visit apprenticeblw.in
- Choose ITI or Non-ITI category (only one allowed per candidate)
- Register with valid email and mobile number
- Fill application form and upload:
- High school mark sheet
- ITI certificate (if applicable)
- Caste/PwBD/ExSM certificates (if applicable)
- Photograph (4×5 cm, white background)
- Pay application fee online (if applicable)
- Submit application before 05/08/2025
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Railway BLW Apprentice Selection Process 2025
Merit-based selection based on marks in 10th standard (minimum 50%)
No weightage for ITI marks
In case of tie:
- Older age preferred
- Earlier 10th pass-out considered
Railway BLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 5th July 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 5th July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5th August 2025 (till 16:45 hrs) |
| Last Date to Upload Documents | 7th August 2025 (till 16:45 hrs) |