CLW Recruitment Updates 2026

CLW Recruitment Updates 2026: Complete Guide

Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW), located in West Bengal, is the premier production unit of Indian Railways and the world’s largest manufacturer of electric locomotives. Unlike Zonal Railways (RRB/RRC), CLW conducts its own independent recruitment drives, primarily for ITI Apprentices, offering a gateway to a prestigious technical career.

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CLW (Chittaranjan) Recruitment: The Complete Career Guide

CLW is the dream workplace for technical aspirants in Eastern India. Established in 1950, it creates the engines that power the nation (like the WAP-7 and WAG-9). Recruitment here is highly sought after due to the structured training facilities and the prestige of working in a world-record-holding manufacturing unit.

CLW Recruitment Categories & “Trade-Wise” Opportunities

CLW is a manufacturing hub, so recruitment is heavily skewed towards technical trades. Candidates should know the specific opportunities available:

• Act Apprentice (The Biggest Drive):
  • Volume: CLW releases massive annual notifications (approx. 492+ seats).
  • Trades: High demand for Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder (G&E), Electrician, Ref. & A.C. Mechanic, and Painter.
  • The “CLW Advantage”: Completing an apprenticeship here is prestigious. It grants a 20% Quota in Level-1 (Group D) jobs in the railways and provides top-tier industrial training with a monthly Stipend.
  • Selection: Purely on Merit (10th Marks + ITI Marks). No written exam.
• Sports Quota:
  • CLW has a rich sporting culture (archery, cricket, football). It conducts Open Advertisement recruitment for outstanding sportspersons. Trials are held at the famous Oval Ground or Srilata Ground in Chittaranjan.
• Cultural Quota:
  • Recruitment for artists in Music (Vocal/Instrumental), Dance, and Drama. Chittaranjan is a cultural hub, and these posts are highly respected.
• Scouts & Guides Quota:
  • Dedicated vacancies for active members of the Bharat Scouts and Guides organization.

Key Recruitment Process Details

• No RRB Exams: For most CLW-specific posts (Apprentice/Sports), you do not go through RRB. You apply directly to the Principal Chief Personnel Officer (PCPO) at CLW.
• Merit List Generation: For apprentices, a unified merit list is prepared based on matriculation and ITI scores.
• Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates are called to the Technical Training Centre (TTC) or the Administrative Building in Chittaranjan.

Contact Details & Address (Official)

For queries regarding Apprentice Merit Lists, Joining Letters, or Medical Boards, use the official contact channels listed below.

• Office Address: Principal Chief Personnel Officer, Chittaranjan Locomotive Works, P.O. Chittaranjan, District: Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal – 713331
• Helpline & Contact:
  • Phone: 0341-2525642 (General Enquiry)
  • Office Hours: 10:00 AM – 05:30 PM (Monday – Friday / Saturday Half Day)
• Official Website:
  • clw.indianrailways.gov.in (Navigate to ‘News & Recruitment’ > ‘Recruitment’)

Selection Process for Apprentices

The CLW Apprentice selection follows a transparent, merit-based protocol:

1. Application: Online application via the apprenticeship portal.
2. Merit Calculation: Average of marks obtained in Class 10 and ITI.
3. DV & Medical: Verification of original certificates and a medical fitness test at the K.G. Hospital (CLW Hospital).

Stay Alert for CLW Updates

CLW recruitment notifications are often short-notice. Apprentice Merit Lists and Sports Quota trial dates are critical. We strongly recommend checking this dashboard twice weekly. Bookmark this page for the fastest CLW (Chittaranjan) alerts.