Welder / Fitter

As per the Ministry of Labour & Employment notifications, the minimum wage for a skilled welder in Delhi is Rs 27,200 per month for a 26-day, 8-hour shift schedule effective April 2026. This includes basic wage of Rs 11,500 plus Variable Dearness Allowance of Rs 15,700 indexed to CPI. Overtime is paid at twice the ordinary rate for hours beyond 48 per week.

As per the Directorate General of Training, a National Trade Certificate (NTC) in Welder (Gas & Electric) trade from an ITI with at least 60% marks is mandatory for entry-level government welder positions. Candidates need 10th standard pass and 1-year ITI training duration. Apprenticeship under NAPS is required post-ITI for 6-12 months.

As per the National Career Service, register on ncs.gov.in with Aadhaar, PAN, bank details, and upload ITI certificate, 10th marksheet, and experience letters if any. Select 'Welder' under trades and apply to verified vacancies from PSUs like BHEL. Shortlisted candidates submit originals at employment exchanges within 7 days of call letter.

As per the Ministry of Labour & Employment under Factories Act 1948, welders work 48 hours per week with one weekly off and overtime at 2x rate. Annual leave is 1 day for every 20 days worked, up to 15 days, plus 12 casual/sick leave days. Establishments with 10+ workers provide ESI health insurance and EPF at 12% of Rs 15,000 wage cap.