PLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 225 Act Apprentice Posts
The Patiala Locomotive Works (PLW) Indian Railways has announced a recruitment drive for the year 2025 to fill 225 Act Apprentice vacancies across various trades. This is a golden opportunity for candidates with relevant ITI, 10th, or 8th qualifications to gain practical training and apprenticeship in one of India's premier railway workshops. Interested aspirants can apply online through the official PLW portal. The application window opens from 1st December 2025 and closes on 22nd December 2025.
पटियाला लोकोमोटिव वर्क्स (PLW), इंडियन रेलवे ने वर्ष 2025 के लिए 225 एक्ट अप्रेंटिस पदों पर भर्ती हेतु आधिकारिक नोटिफिकेशन जारी किया है। यह अवसर ITI, 10वीं या 8वीं पास उम्मीदवारों के लिए अपनी योग्यता के अनुसार रेल क्षेत्र में प्रशिक्षण प्राप्त करने का एक उत्तम मौका है। इच्छुक उम्मीदवार 1 दिसंबर 2025 से 22 दिसंबर 2025 तक ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं।
Job Details in Brief / नौकरी के बारे में संक्षिप्त जानकारी
| Organization Name संगठन का नाम | Post Name / पद का नाम | Total Vacancies कुल रिक्तियां | Qualification योग्यता | Age Limit आयु सीमा | Application Dates आवेदन तिथि | Application Mode आवेदन का तरीका | Official Website आधिकारिक वेबसाइट |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patiala Locomotive Works (PLW) पटियाला लोकोमोटिव वर्क्स (PLW) | Act Apprentice एक्ट अप्रेंटिस | 225 Posts 225 पद | 10th + ITI (Trade wise), 8th pass (for Welder) 10वीं + ITI, वेल्डर के लिए 8वीं पास | 15 to 24 years* 15 से 24 वर्ष* (श्रेणी अनुसार छूट) | 01 Dec – 22 Dec 2025 01 दिसंबर – 22 दिसंबर 2025 | Online Only केवल ऑनलाइन | plw.indianrailways.gov.in |
Vacancy Details / रिक्ति विवरण
The division of 225 vacancies is made as per trade-wise availability:
- Electrician: 120 Posts
- Mechanic (Diesel): 25 Posts
- Machinist: 12 Posts
- Fitter: 50 Posts
- Welder (Gas & Electric): 18 Posts
Including reservations for PWD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per government norms.
Eligibility Criteria / पात्रता मानदंड
1. Educational Qualification / शैक्षिक योग्यता
For Electrician, Mechanic (Diesel), Machinist, and Fitter Trades:
- Candidates should have passed 10+2 (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) with at least 50% marks or 10th class with ITI certificate in relevant trade.
For Welder (Gas & Electric) Trade:
- Candidates must have passed 8th standard.
Additionally, a valid NCVT or SCVT certificate as per Apprentices Act, 1961 is mandatory.
2. Age Limit / आयु सीमा
- Electrician, Mechanic (Diesel), Machinist, Fitter: 15 to 24 years
- Welder (Gas & Electric): 15 to 22 years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years as per government guidelines
3. Nationality / राष्ट्रीयता
Applicants must be Indian citizens.
4. PWD Candidates / दिव्यांग अभ्यर्थी
Persons with disabilities must provide a valid disability certificate. Suitability of each trade is as per RPWD Act norms.
Selection Process / चयन प्रक्रिया
Candidates will be selected based on merit calculated from average marks in Matriculation and ITI examinations. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and medical examination.
- Merit calculation formula: (Matriculation marks 70% + ITI marks 80%) / 2 = 75% final merit score
- Document verification at PLW
- Medical certificate required from authorized government doctor during verification
Salary / Stipend Details / वेतन विवरण
| Year of Training प्रशिक्षण का वर्ष | Stipend Amount स्टाइपेंड राशि | Applicable Trades लागू ट्रेड |
|---|---|---|
| First Year पहला वर्ष | ₹ 9600 /- per month | All Trades |
| Second Year दूसरा वर्ष | ₹ 10,560 /- per month | Welder (Gas & Electric), Mechanic Diesel (ITI passed candidates) |
| Third Year तीसरा वर्ष | ₹ 11,040 /- per month | Machinist, Electrician, Fitter (ITI passed candidates) |
Application Fee / आवेदन शुल्क
- Rs. 100/- (plus applicable bank charges)
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking)
- Candidates must ensure fee payment within 48 hours of application submission.
How to Apply / आवेदन कैसे करें
- Visit the official website: plw.indianrailways.gov.in
- Navigate to the 'Personnel Department' → 'Misc Activities' → 'Engagement of Act Apprentices'
- Carefully read the official notification.
- Register first on the National Skill Development Corporation Portal.
- Complete new user registration and log in to fill the PLW application.
- Keep necessary documents ready: scanned photo, signature, matriculation/ITI certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), mobile number, email ID.
- Fill in all details carefully and submit the application.
- Pay application fee online via the provided payment gateway.
- Download or print the application acknowledgment and fee receipt for future reference.
Important Instructions / महत्वपूर्ण निर्देश
- Applications are accepted only through the online mode.
- Ensure all details are error-free before submission.
- Selected candidates must bring the medical certificate signed by government authorized doctor at the time of verification.
- No traveling allowance or recruitment fee reimbursement will be given.
- Completion of apprenticeship does not guarantee employment at PLW.
Important Dates / महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ
| Event / घटना | Date / तारीख |
|---|---|
| Notification Released नोटिफिकेशन जारी | 1 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date ऑनलाइन आवेदन शुरू | 1 December 2025, 1:00 PM |
| Online Application Close Date ऑनलाइन आवेदन समाप्ति | 22 December 2025, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment शुल्क भुगतान की अंतिम तिथि | 29 December 2025 |
| Document Verification List Availability दस्तावेज़ सत्यापन सूची उपलब्ध | Up to 20 January 2026 |
| Training Commencement प्रशिक्षण आरंभ | February 2026 (Tentative) फरवरी 2026 (अनुमानित) |
Official Links / आधिकारिक लिंक
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) / अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
Q1: How many vacancies are there in PLW Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
A1: A total of 225 vacancies are available, distributed across five trades - Electrician (120), Mechanic Diesel (25), Machinist (12), Fitter (50), and Welder G&E (18).
Q2: What is the age limit for apprenticeship posts?
A2: Age limit is 15-24 years for most trades, except Welder (Gas & Electric), which is 15-22 years. Relaxation applicable as per govt rules.
Q3: What are the qualification criteria?
A3: 10+2 with PCM (50%) or 10th pass with ITI certificate for most trades, and 8th pass for Welder trade with required NCVT/SCVT certificate.
Q4: What is the last date to apply online?
A4: The online application closes on 22nd December 2025 (5:00 PM).
Q5: What stipend is offered to apprentices?
A5: ₹9,600/month for 1st year, ₹10,560/month for 2nd year (specific trades), and ₹11,040/month for 3rd year (specific trades).
Disclaimer: This article provides updated and detailed information about the PLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025. Candidates should always refer to the official notification and website for the most accurate and current details.
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