Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi has released an official notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2025 for a total of 374 posts under its 47th batch. Out of these, 300 vacancies are for ITI qualified candidates and 74 for Non-ITI candidates. The online application process has started from 5th July 2025 and will remain open till 5th August 2025 (4:45 PM). Interested candidates can apply through the official website – apprenticeblw.in. Candidates must have passed Class 10 with at least 50% marks, and ITI applicants must hold a certificate in the relevant trade. The age limit varies between 15 to 24 years, with relaxations as per government norms. There is no written exam or interview – selection will be based on marks obtained in Class 10 and ITI (if applicable). Selected candidates will receive stipend and training as per the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a great opportunity for youth to start a career in Indian Railways.
BLW Recruitment 2025
Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi has invited online applications for 374 Apprentice posts under its 47th Apprenticeship Batch 2025. This recruitment includes 300 posts for ITI candidates and 74 posts for Non-ITI candidates. The application window is open from 5th July 2025 to 5th August 2025 (up to 4:45 PM). Eligible candidates must register through the official website apprenticeblw.in. Applicants must have passed Class 10 with a minimum of 50% marks. For ITI positions, candidates should possess a recognized NCVT/SCVT ITI certificate in relevant trades. The minimum age is 15 years, and the upper age limit is 24 years for ITI and 22 years for Non-ITI applicants. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories as per government rules. The selection process is purely merit-based, considering marks obtained in 10th and ITI (if applicable). There will be no written exam or interview. Selected candidates will undergo 1-year apprenticeship training as per the Apprentices Act, 1961. A stipend will be provided during the training as per Railway Board norms. A non-refundable application fee of ₹100 is applicable for General/OBC/EWS candidates, while SC/ST, PwBD, and all female candidates are exempted from the fee. This is a great opportunity for both ITI and Non-ITI pass candidates to begin their career with Indian Railways. Interested candidates are advised to check the full official notification before applying.
BLW Recruitment 2025: 374 Apprentice Vacancies Mechanical and Electrical departments.
24 years for ITI and 22 years for Non-ITI applicants. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories as per government rules.
Application fee
₹100
Important Dates
The application window is open from 5th July 2025 to 5th August 2025 (up to 4:45 PM).
Qualification
This is a great opportunity for both ITI and Non-ITI pass candidates to begin their career with Indian Railways. Interested candidates are advised to check the full official notification before applying.
