BLW Apprentice 2025 Recruitment - No Exam For 10th Pass Students

Notification Overview

Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) has released the BLW Indian Railways Apprentice Recruitment 2025 notification for a total of 374 apprentice posts. This is a great opportunity for candidates who have passed 10th or hold an ITI qualification and are looking for a free government job alert. The selection will be purely merit based, so no written exam will be conducted. Interested candidates can apply from 05 July 2025 to 05 August 2025. Under this banaras railway apprentice 2025 recruitment, selected candidates will receive a stipend as per Railway Board or Labour Ministry norms. Don’t miss this BLW apprentice 2025 recruitment update—stay tuned for more free job alerts!

Important Dates
Starting Date 05 July 2025 Closing Date 05 August 2025

Age Limit (as on 05-08-2025)
🔹 For Non-ITI Candidates: ➤ Minimum Age: 15 years ➤ Maximum Age: 22 years 🔹 For ITI Candidates (excluding Welder & Carpenter trades): ➤ Minimum Age: 15 years ➤ Maximum Age: 24 years 🔹 For ITI Welder and Carpenter Trades: ➤ Minimum Age: 15 years ➤ Maximum Age: 22 years

Age Relaxation
➤ SC/ST: 5 years ➤ OBC: 3 years ➤ Persons with Disabilities (PWD): → UR: 10 years → OBC: 13 years → SC/ST: 15 years ➤ Ex-Servicemen (with at least 6 months of service after attestation): → Service period in defence + 3 years

Application Fee

General/OBC/EWS Candidates :- Rs. 100/-
SC/ST/PWD/Female Candidates :- NIL

Qualification & Vacancy Details For BLW Indian Railways Apprentice Recruitment 2025

The BLW Indian Railways Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is open to candidates who have passed 10th class and possess an ITI certificate in relevant trades. This year, Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) has announced 374 apprentice vacancies, making it a great chance for ITI holders looking for a secure future in the railways. The banaras railway apprentice 2025 recruitment offers roles in both non-ITI and ITI trades.

Educational Qualification

🔹 For Non-ITI Candidates:
➤ Educational Qualification:
→ Must have passed the 10th class exam or equivalent (under the 10+2 system).
→ Should have scored a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.
→ Qualification must be obtained before the notification date (05/07/2025).
➤ Important Notes:
→ Appearing candidates in 10th or awaiting results are not eligible.
→ Only those with final mark sheets/certificates issued on or before 05/07/2025 can apply.

🔹 For ITI Candidates:
➤ Educational Qualification:
→ Must have passed 10th class exam or equivalent with at least 50% marks from a recognized board.
→ Should also have passed ITI in the relevant trade.
→ Both 10th and ITI qualification certificates must be issued before 05/07/2025.
➤ Technical Qualification:
→ Must possess NCVT/SCVT (National/State Council for Vocational Training) semester mark sheets or certificates.
→ Higher academic qualifications will not carry any weightage.

🔹 General & Technical Notes for Both Categories:
➤ Only one application is allowed — either for ITI or Non-ITI.
➤ Candidates must register at RDAT portal www.apprenticeship.gov.in before training. Without this registration number, candidature will be cancelled.

Vacancy Details

🔹 ITI Seats: 300 ➤ Fitter → 107 posts ➤ Carpenter → 03 posts ➤ Painter (General) → 07 posts ➤ Machinist → 67 posts ➤ Welder (Gas & Electric) → 45 posts ➤ Electrician → 71 posts 🔹 Non-ITI Seats: 74 ➤ Fitter → 30 posts ➤ Machinist → 15 posts ➤ Welder (Gas & Electric) → 11 posts ➤ Electrician → 18 posts ➤ Carpenter & Painter (General) → No seats allotted
Total = 374
For Detailed Vacancies Please Refer to Official Notification (link Provided At End)

Selection Process & Exam Pattern For BLW Apprentice 2025 Recruitment

The BLW apprentice 2025 recruitment follows a merit-based selection process. There will be no written exam, making it a straightforward opportunity for eligible candidates. Selection will be based on the average marks scored in the 10th and ITI (as applicable), following the rules laid down by the Railway authorities. This is a perfect chance for those seeking a free job alert without the stress of an exam.

Selection Process/Exam Pattern

📌 No Written Exam or Interview Will Be Conducted – The selection is entirely based on marks obtained in the 10th standard examination.
🔹 Merit List Criteria:
➤ A separate merit list will be prepared for ITI and Non-ITI candidates.
➤ The list will be created based on the percentage of marks in the Matriculation Exam (10th class).
➤ 📌 Minimum 50% aggregate marks in 10th class are required to be eligible.
➤ For ITI category:
→ Candidates must have passed both 10th and relevant ITI trade.
→ However, 📌 no weightage will be given to ITI marks in the merit list—only 10th marks will be considered.

Important Points

🔹 Tie-Breaking Criteria:
➤ If two candidates have the same 10th percentage:
→ The candidate with older age will be placed higher in the merit.
→ If their age is also the same, then:
– The candidate who passed 10th earlier will be preferred.

🔹 Training Details:
➤ Selected candidates will sign an apprenticeship contract with BLW.
➤ The training duration will be as per NCVT/SCVT guidelines for the respective trade.
➤ During training, all apprentices must follow rules under Apprentices Act, 1961 and Master Circular No.-08/2002.
➤ Any violation of the contract or rules may result in termination of training.

Salary Structure For BLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025

Selected candidates under the BLW apprentice 2025 recruitment will receive a stipend as per instructions issued by the Railway Board or Labour Ministry from time to time. Though this is a training-based position, it provides financial support along with valuable work experience. Keep checking for more free government job alerts to stay informed about such updates.

Salary Structure

🔹 Apprentice Type:
➤ Both ITI and Non-ITI candidates will be offered stipend during their training period.
➤ The stipend amount may differ depending on the trade, category (ITI or Non-ITI), and the duration of training.
🔹 Basis of Payment:
➤ The stipend is not a fixed salary but a monthly training allowance meant to support candidates during the training.
➤ The amount will be calculated and disbursed according to the official norms prevailing at the time of training initiation.

How To Apply For Banaras Railway Apprentice 2025 Recruitment

To apply for the banaras railway apprentice 2025 recruitment, candidates must register online between 05 July 2025 and 05 August 2025. Visit the official BLW website, fill in the required details, and upload the necessary documents. Make sure all information is correct to avoid disqualification. This is a golden opportunity for 10th pass and ITI holders seeking a free government job alert in the railway sector.

How To Apply

🔹 Visit the Official Website
➤ Go to https://blw.indianrailways.gov.in or directly to the apprentice portal: https://apprenticeblw.in.
➤ Find the link for “Notification No. 47th Batch Act.Appt/2024-25”.
🔹 Fill the Online Application
➤ Choose only one trade (ITI or Non-ITI). Submitting applications for both will lead to cancellation.
➤ Fill in personal, academic, and trade-related details carefully.
🔹 Upload Required Documents
➤ All documents must be uploaded in JPG/JPEG/BMP format:
→ High School marksheet & certificate (for DOB & education proof)
→ ITI certificate/marksheet (if applicable, authorized by NCVT/SCVT)
→ Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC – central govt. format)
→ EWS/PH/Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
➤ Document size requirements:
→ Certificate Images: 100–200 KB
→ Color Photograph: 20–50 KB, with white background, clear front view, no cap/sunglasses, 4cm x 5cm, with name and date printed
→ Keep at least 8 copies of the same photo for future use.
🔹 Pay the Application Fee
➤ Fee: ₹100 (non-refundable)
→ No fee for SC/ST/PwD/Women candidates.
→ Pay online via debit/credit card or internet banking.
→ Ensure payment is made before 05/08/2025 (16:45 Hrs)
→ Upload proof of payment on the portal.
🔹 Submit the Application
➤ Ensure all information is accurate and complete.
➤ Upload all required documents.
➤ Submit the form before the last date: 05/08/2025 (16:45 Hrs).
🔹 After Submission
➤ Keep a printout or PDF of the submitted form for reference.
➤ BLW will publish the list of selected candidates on the official website.
➤ Shortlisted candidates must be ready with original documents for verification at short notice.
➤ No TA/DA will be provided for document verification.

Important Links (Please Read The Full Notification Before Applying)
Official Notification
Official Website (Apprentice BLW)
Apply Online

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