Indian Railways BLW Recruitment :: Indian Railways Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi, has officially released a notification for the 47th batch of Apprentice recruitment for the year 2025-26 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment drive aims to provide training opportunities to 374 candidates, including 300 ITI-qualified and 74 Non-ITI candidates.
Candidates who have passed Class 10 and hold relevant ITI qualifications (for ITI posts) can apply online through the BLW official portal. The online application process is open from 05 July 2025 to 05 August 2025.
đ Indian Railways BLW Recruitment 2025 â Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Railways â Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) |
| Advt. No. | BLW/P/Rectt./Act. Apprentice/47th batch /ITI & Non ITI/24-25 |
| Total Vacancies | 374 |
| Job Type | Apprentice (ITI & Non-ITI) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Training Location | Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh |
đ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 05 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 05 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 05 August 2025 |
| Merit List Release | To be notified |
đ Vacancy Details
| Post Type | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| ITI Candidates | 300 |
| Non-ITI Candidates | 74 |
| Total | 374 |
đ Educational Qualification
| Post Type | Qualification Requirement |
|---|---|
| ITI Candidates | 10th Class Pass (10+2 system) with at least 50% marks + ITI certificate in relevant trade |
| Non-ITI Candidates | 10th Class Pass (10+2 system) with at least 50% marks |
| Note | ITI certificate must be issued before 05 July 2025 |
đ Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)
| Category | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 15 Years |
| Maximum Age | 22 Years (Non-ITI) |
| 24 Years (ITI Candidates) | |
| Age Relaxation | As per government rules |
đ° Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | âš100 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Nil |
đ Selection Process
The selection will be made on the basis of a merit list, prepared using marks obtained in Class 10 and ITI (where applicable).
No written test or interview will be conducted.
𧞠How to Apply
Register on the Apprenticeship Portal
Visit the official BLW website:
https://blw.indianrailways.gov.in
or https://apprenticeblw.inComplete the online application form.
Upload documents and recent photograph as per specifications.
Pay the application fee (if applicable).
Submit and print the application form for reference.
đ Important Links
| Link Type | URL |
|---|---|
| đ Official Notification | đ Download Here |
| đ Official Website | đ Visit Here |
| đ Apply Online | đ Click Here |
Donât miss this opportunity to join Indian Railways as an apprentice and gain valuable technical training under one of the most reputed government organizations in India. Apply before 05 August 2025!
