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Railway PLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025

Railway PLW invites applications for 225 Apprentice posts including Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Machinist, and Mechanic (Diesel). Candidates with 10th/8th pass and ITI certificate can apply online by 22 December 2025.

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Overview
Organization Indian Railway Patiala Locomotive Work (PLW)
Post Name Apprentice
Total Posts 225
Job Location Patiala, Punjab
Advt No. N/A
Important Dates
Application Start 2025-12-01
Last Date 2025-12-22
Application Fees
SC/ST 0
OBC 100
General/EWS 100
Eligibility
Qualification 10th Class with 50% marks from recognized board + ITI certificate (NCVT/SCVT) for Electrician, Fitter, Machinist, Mechanic (Diesel); 8th Pass + ITI certificate for Welder.
Age Limit SC/ST 15-24
Age Limit OBC 15-24
Age Limit General/EWS 15-24
Selection Process
  • 1.) Merit List based on marks in ITI and 10th/8th.
  • 2.) Document Verification.
  • 3.) Medical Examination.
How To Apply
  • Step 1: Visit the official website of Railway PLW or click the Apply Online link below.
  • Step 2: Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
  • Step 3: Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
  • Step 4: Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
  • Step 5: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Location

Patiala Locomotive Work, Patiala, Patiala, Punjab, India

Details

The Indian Railway Patiala Locomotive Work (PLW), Patiala, has released a notification for the recruitment of Apprentice posts. A total of 225 vacancies are available across various trades. The online application process began on 01 December 2025 and ends on 22 December 2025.

Important Dates

  • Application Start: 01 December 2025
  • Last Date: 22 December 2025
  • Last Date for Fee Payment: 22 December 2025
  • Merit List: To be notified later

Application Fee

  • General/OBC/EWS: ₹100
  • SC/ST/PH/Female: ₹0

Age Limit (as on 22 December 2025)

  • Minimum Age: 15 Years
  • Maximum Age: 22 Years (for Welder), 24 Years (for other posts)

Vacancy Details

TradeTotal Posts
Electrician120
Mechanic (Diesel)25
Machinist12
Fitter50
Welder (G & E)18
Total225

Category Wise Vacancy

CategoryPosts
General113
OBC61
SC34
ST17

Educational Qualification

For Electrician, Mechanic (Diesel), Machinist, Fitter: 10th Pass with minimum 50% marks from a recognized board and ITI certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant trade.

For Welder: 8th Pass from a recognized board and ITI certificate in Welder trade from NCVT/SCVT.

Selection Process

  1. Merit List (based on marks in ITI and academic qualification)
  2. Document Verification
  3. Medical Examination

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website of Railway PLW or via the direct apply link below. Fill in all required details, upload documents, pay the fee (if any), and submit before 22 December 2025.

FAQ
When did the online application for Railway PLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025 start?

The online application started on 01 December 2025.

What is the last date to apply for Railway PLW Apprentice 2025?

The last date for submission is 22 December 2025.

What is the age limit for Railway PLW Apprentice posts?

The minimum age is 15 years. Maximum age is 22 years for Welder and 24 years for other posts. Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.

What educational qualification is required for Railway PLW Apprentice?

For most trades: 10th pass with 50% marks + ITI certificate in relevant trade. For Welder: 8th pass + ITI certificate.

What is the selection process for Railway PLW Apprentice?

Selection is based on merit (marks in ITI and 10th/8th), followed by document verification and medical examination.

What is the official website for Railway PLW?

The official website is https://plw.indianrailways.gov.in/.

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