PLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025: PLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025 has been officially announced for 225 Act Apprentice posts under Patiala Locomotive Works. The recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates to receive hands-on training in a prestigious railway production unit. Eligible candidates who have passed 8th or 10th class along with ITI in relevant trades can apply online within the prescribed dates. Selection will be purely merit-based, followed by document verification and medical examination. Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per Apprenticeship Act norms during the training period.
The apprenticeship program is designed for candidates who have completed basic education along with ITI certification, enabling them to gain real-world exposure in locomotive manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering operations. During the training period, apprentices will work under experienced professionals, enhancing both practical knowledge and employability skills.
ITI qualification must be completed before the last date of online application
Appearing / final-year ITI candidates are NOT eligible
ITI certificates must be issued by NCVT or SCVT recognized institutes only
Higher qualification holders must still meet the exact trade requirement
No equivalent or alternative trade certificates are accepted
Vacancy Details
Trade Name
Total Posts
Electrician
120
Fitter
50
Mechanic Diesel
25
Machinist
12
Welder (Gas & Electric)
18
Total
225
Salary
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend strictly as per Apprenticeship Act provisions. The stipend varies depending on the year of training.
Government-recognized apprenticeship training
Practical industrial experience
Skill enhancement in railway manufacturing units
Apprenticeship completion certificate
Improved employment opportunities
Required Documents for Application
Recent passport-size photograph
Scanned signature
Aadhaar Card or valid ID proof
8th / 10th mark sheet & certificate
ITI certificate & mark sheets
Category certificate (if applicable)
PwBD / Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
How To Fill PLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
Visit the official PLW website
Go to the Apprentice Recruitment section
Click on PLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Complete the online registration
Log in using registered credentials
Fill the application form carefully
Upload required documents
Pay application fee (if applicable)
Submit the form
Download and save the confirmation page
PLW Apprentice Recruitment 2025 : Mode Of Selection
Preparation of Merit List based on academic & ITI marks