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Short information: Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi has issued the Notification for the 47th Batch Apprentice Recruitment 2024-25 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 374 seats (300 for ITI holders and 74 for Non-ITI candidates) are available in trades like Fitter, Electrician, Machinist, Welder and Painter. Interested and eligible candidates must apply online by 05 August 2025.
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BLW Apprentice 2025: Vacancy Details
Important Date
- Application Start: 05 July 2025
- Last Date : 05 August 2025 (till 4:45 PM)
- Last Date to Upload Documents: 07 August 2025 (till 4:45 PM)
- Merit List: Notify Soon
Age Limit
- Non-ITI Candidates:15 to 22 years
- ITI Candidates:15 to 24 years
- Welder & Carpenter Trades: 15 to 22 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC: +3 years
- PH (UR): +10 years, SC/ST: +15 years, OBC: +13 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Service years + 3 years (Max 10 years)
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- General/OBC/EWS: 100/-
- SC/ST/PH/Women: Exempted
- Online via debit/credit card or net banking
Qualification
- Non-ITI: 10th pass with minimum 50% marks (must have passed before 05 July 2025)
- ITI: 10th pass with minimum 50% + ITI in relevant trade (from NCVT/SCVT)
- Appearing Students: Not eligible
BLW Apprentice 2025: Full Eligibility
To be eligible for the BLW Varanasi Apprentice Recruitment 2024-25, candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Class) with at least 50% marks. For ITI seats, a valid ITI Certificate in relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT is also required. Age should be between 15 to 22 years for Non-ITI and 15 to 24 years for ITI (except Welder & Carpenter: max 22 years). Additionally, Persons with Disability (PWD) are eligible based on specific physical requirements and community-based reservations are available as per government norms.
| Trade | Qualification | Age Limit | Physical Eligibility (PWD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 10th pass + ITI / Non-ITI | 15–24 (ITI) / 15–22 (Non-ITI) | Lower limb partially damaged from one side |
| Electrician | 10th pass + ITI / Non-ITI | 15–24 (ITI) / 15–22 (Non-ITI) | Partially lower limb can be accommodated |
| Machinist | 10th pass + ITI / Non-ITI | 15–24 (ITI) / 15–22 (Non-ITI) | Only small finger damaged can join |
| Welder (G&E) | 10th pass + ITI / Non-ITI | 15–22 years (max) | Person without leg and without three fingers of one hand |
| Painter (General) | 10th pass + ITI only | 15–22 years | One upper and lower limb partially damaged |
| Carpenter | 10th pass + ITI only | 15–22 years | One upper and lower limb partially damaged |
Physical Test
Under the BLW Varanasi Apprentice 47th Batch, candidates belonging to Persons with Disability (PWD) category are eligible based on specific medical conditions. Eligible categories include Locomotor or Cerebral Palsy (OH), Hearing Impaired (HH) and Low Vision (VH). Disability should be at least 40% as per norms and candidates must produce a valid Medical Board Certificate issued by a Central or State Government authority. Each trade has distinct physical requirements which must be strictly followed.
| Trade | Minimum Disability (PWD) | Eligible Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 40% or more | Lower limb partially damaged from one side |
| Carpenter | 40% or more | One upper and lower limb partially damaged |
| Painter (General) | 40% or more | One upper and lower limb partially damaged |
| Machinist | 40% or more | Only small finger damaged |
| Welder (G&E) | 40% or more | Person without leg and without three fingers of one hand |
| Electrician | 40% or more | Partially lower limb damaged |
BLW Apprentice 2025: Salary
Selected candidates for BLW Varanasi Apprentice Recruitment will receive a monthly stipend during the training period as per the guidelines issued by the Railway Board and the Ministry of Labour. The exact amount and duration of stipend will depend on the NCVT/SCVT training norms and are subject to updates issued from time to time.
| Training Status | Salary / Stipend | Authority |
|---|---|---|
| During Apprenticeship Training | Monthly stipend as per prevailing norms | Railway Board / Ministry of Labour |
- Stipend is paid monthly during training under BLW.
- No fixed salary as it is a training-based engagement.
- Stipend amount may vary depending on trade and duration of training.
- No job guarantee after completion of apprenticeship.
- Final amount is determined by Railway Board’s latest instructions.
BLW Apprentice 2025: Selection Process
The BLW Varanasi Apprentice Selection Process for the 47th Batch 2024-25 is purely merit-based. Candidates are shortlisted based on the percentage of marks in their Matriculation (10th Class), with a minimum requirement of 50% aggregate. For ITI candidates, having a valid ITI certificate in the relevant trade is mandatory, but their marks will not be considered for merit. In cases of tie, preference is given based on age and then exam passing year.
- Step 1: Shortlisting based on Matriculation (10th) marks (minimum 50% required).
- Step 2: For ITI candidates, ITI certificate is required in notified trade — but ITI marks will not be counted.
- Step 3: If two candidates have same marks, preference is given to the candidate with older age.
- Step 4: If age is also same, then the one who passed 10th exam earlier is preferred.
- Step 5: Final selection list will be published on the official BLW website.
BLW Apprentice 2025: Exam Pattern
The BLW Varanasi Apprentice Recruitment 2024-25 follows a merit-based selection process and therefore there is no written examination or interview. Candidates are selected based on their Matriculation (10th class) marks and eligibility criteria. For ITI candidates, having a valid ITI certificate in the relevant trade is mandatory, but ITI marks are not considered for merit ranking.
| Mode of Examination | Type of Evaluation | Applicable For |
|---|---|---|
| No Written Exam | Merit-Based Shortlisting | ITI & Non-ITI Candidates |
| No Interview | Academic Record Evaluation | Matriculation Marks |
| No Skill Test | Document Verification Only | Selected Candidates |
- No written test or interview will be conducted for BLW apprentice selection.
- Merit is prepared based solely on 10th class percentage.
- For ITI candidates, relevant ITI trade certificate is mandatory — marks won’t influence merit.
- Tie-breakers are resolved by considering age and year of matriculation passing.
- Final list of selected candidates will be published on the official BLW website.
BLW Apprentice 2025: Post / Category Wise Vacancy
As per the BLW Varanasi Apprentice 47th Batch Notification 2024-25, a total of 374 seats are available for ITI and Non-ITI trades, with detailed distribution across categories including UR, OBC, SC, ST and EWS. Candidates must verify their eligibility for their respective categories and trade. Reservation quotas like PWD and Ex-Servicemen are also included in the overall structure and adjusted within base categories.
| Trade | Type | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | ITI | 43 | 29 | 16 | 08 | 11 | 107 |
| Fitter | Non-ITI | 12 | 08 | 05 | 02 | 03 | 30 |
| Carpenter | ITI | 03 | 01 | - | - | - | 03 |
| Painter (Gen.) | ITI | 02 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 07 |
| Painter (Gen.) | Non-ITI | - | - | - | - | - | 0 |
| Machinist | ITI | 27 | 18 | 10 | 05 | 07 | 67 |
| Machinist | Non-ITI | 06 | 04 | 02 | 01 | 02 | 15 |
| Welder (G&E) | ITI | 19 | 12 | 07 | 03 | 04 | 45 |
| Welder (G&E) | Non-ITI | 04 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 11 |
| Electrician | ITI | 29 | 19 | 11 | 05 | 07 | 71 |
| Electrician | Non-ITI | 07 | 05 | 03 | 01 | 02 | 18 |
| Total Seats | ITI | 122 | 81 | 45 | 22 | 30 | 300 |
| Total Seats | Non-ITI | 29 | 20 | 12 | 05 | 08 | 74 |
BLW Apprentice 2025: How To Apply
Candidates interested in BLW Varanasi Apprentice Recruitment 2024-25 must submit a single online application for either ITI or Non-ITI trade through the official portal before the deadline of 05 August 2025 (4:45 PM). All required documents and photographs must be uploaded in the correct format and the application fee should be paid online unless exempted. Incomplete or multiple applications will lead to cancellation.
- Go to the official website: https://apprenticeblw.in
- Click on "47th Batch ITI/Non-ITI Apprentice" Notification link.
- Select the desired trade type — either ITI or Non-ITI (only one allowed).
- Fill in the required personal, educational and category details.
- Upload scanned photograph (JPG, 20–50 kb) and certificates (JPG/JPEG/BMP, 100–200 kb).
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 via online payment gateway (Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking).
- Ensure all uploaded documents include:
- 10th mark sheet & certificate
- ITI certificate (if applicable)
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Disability or Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- Fee receipt (except for exempted categories)
- Review the application and submit before 05 August 2025 – 4:45 PM.
- Keep at least 8 copies of the uploaded photograph for future stages.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
BLW Apprentice 2025: FAQs
Q1: Can I apply for both ITI and Non-ITI trades?
No. Candidates are allowed to apply for only one trade – either ITI or Non-ITI. Multiple applications will result in cancellation.
Q2: Is there a written exam for BLW Apprentice Selection?
No. The selection is purely merit-based using 10th class marks. There is no written test or interview process.
Q3: What is the minimum qualification required?
Candidates must have passed 10th with at least 50% marks. For ITI seats, relevant ITI certificate (NCVT/SCVT) is also mandatory.
Q4: Who is exempted from the application fee?
SC, ST, PH and Female candidates are exempted from paying the ₹100 application fee.
Q5: Is there a guarantee of job after apprenticeship?
No. BLW and Indian Railways are not obligated to offer permanent employment after successful completion of apprenticeship.
Q6: What happens if two candidates have the same marks?
If marks are tied, the older candidate will be given preference. If age is also the same, the one who passed 10th earlier will be prioritized.
Q7: How will I know if I’m selected?
The list of selected candidates will be uploaded on the official BLW website at https://blw.indianrailways.gov.in
Q8: What is the format and size for uploading documents?
Certificates must be uploaded in JPG/JPEG/BMP format (100–200 kb) and photos in JPG format (20–50 kb).