The Railway Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW)has released a notification for Apprentice Jobs in 2023, offering a total of 374 vacancies. Eligible candidates can apply for these positions through the online application form. If you are interested in pursuing a career in the railway sector, this is a golden opportunity to join the BLW apprenticeship program.
To be considered for these apprentice positions, candidates must carefully fill out the online application form, providing accurate details and ensuring that all required information is submitted. This recruitment drive aims to select qualified individuals to contribute to the workforce of the Banaras Locomotive Works.
The 374 available posts cover a variety of apprentice roles, providing candidates with the chance to specialize in different areas within the railway industry. Aspiring candidates are encouraged to review the official notification for specific details on the available positions, eligibility criteria, and the application process.
| Organisation | Banaras Locomotive Works, Varanasi |
| Beginning of Online Application | Started |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25th November 2023 |
| Official Website | blw.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Job Posts | ITI & Non ITI Apprentice |
| Notification No | 46th Batch Act Appt/ 2022-23 |
| No. of post | 374 |
| Selection Process | Merit Basis |
Railway BLW Apprentice Recruitment 2023 Eligibility Criteria
| For Non ITI | For ITI |
| Candidates are required to have successfully completed the 10th class examination or its equivalent (under the 10+2 examination system) with a minimum of 50% marks. | Applicants should have successfully cleared the 10th class examination or its equivalent (under the 10+2 examination system) with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board. Additionally, they must have completed the ITI (Industrial Training Institute) in the relevant trades. |
Age Restrictions Railway BLW Varanasi Apprentice Recruitment 2023
For Non-ITI: Candidates should be at least 15 years old and must not exceed 22 years of age.
For ITI candidates: For ITI candidates in the relevant trade (excluding welder and carpenter trades), the age range is between 15 years and not more than 24 years. However, for candidates specializing in the welder and carpenter trades, the age limit is from 15 years to 22 years only.
Railway BLW Apprentice Vacancies 2023
| Name of the Trade/ Discipline | Number of Posts for ITI | Number of Posts for Non-ITI |
| Fitter | 107 | 30 |
| Machinist | 67 | 15 |
| Electrician | 71 | 18 |
| Welder | 45 | 11 |
| Painter | 7 | – |
| Carpenter | 3 | – |
| Total | 374 Posts | |
Application Fee Railway BLW Varanasi Apprentice Recruitment 2023
- The application fee is Rs. 100/-. Candidates are required to register and make online payments by 16:45 hrs on November 25, 2023.
- SC/ST/PH and female candidates are exempt from paying any fee. However, candidates other than those falling under the SC/ST/PWD/Female categories must submit the application fee; otherwise, their applications will be rejected.
Selection Process Railway BLW Apprentice Recruitment 2023
- Candidate’s candidature based on merit list in each unit
- Merit list prepared from the percentage of marks in Matriculation Examination (minimum 50% aggregate)
- For non-ITI selection, ITI passed candidates considered, but no weightage given to ITI score
- ITI passed candidates require only mark sheet/certificate of the notified trade