Introduction
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) is one of the leading manufacturers of passenger vehicles in India. Its extensive manufacturing network, brand trust, and continual innovation make it a preferred employer among youth. In 2025, MSIL has opened new opportunities across various categories — apprenticeships, contract workmen, fixed-term employment (FTE), and more — especially targeting candidates with ITI qualifications, but also for freshers and experienced individuals in engineering and related roles.
This blog will cover what is known so far: the recruitment types, eligibility, salary/benefits, locations, and what warnings/notes candidates should be aware of.
About the Recruitment
Maruti Suzuki has started multiple recruitment drives in 2025. Some key categories include:
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Apprentice / ITI-based positions: Candidates with ITI trade certificates are being recruited for apprentice roles / contract or fixed-term work. Maruti Suzuki+3Pahle Job+3Maruti Suzuki+3
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Contractual Workmen (CW): ITI pass candidates are being hired under contractual workmen hiring. Job4You India
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Fixed Term Employee (FTE) roles: Candidates for temporary / fixed term jobs with a month-to-month contract (with certain benefits) are being recruited. Pahle Job+1
These recruitment drives are being held in several locations, and the roles often involve technical/trade work (fitter, electrician, welding, etc.), support tasks, and manufacturing / shopfloor roles. Some drives are via campus or job fairs. Pahle Job+1
Eligibility
Eligibility requirements differ depending on the type of recruitment (Apprentice, CW, FTE). Here’s a summary of what’s commonly required based on 2025 data:
Category | Qualification | Age Limit | Trades / Branches | Additional Conditions |
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Apprentice / ITI Apprentice | 10th + ITI in relevant trade | Typically 18-23 years Pahle Job+1 | Trades like Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Painter (General), Diesel Mechanic, Turner, Machinist, Tool & Die, Motor Mechanic Vehicle, etc. Maruti Suzuki+2Pahle Job+2 | Only Govt. ITI/NCVT/SCVT; passing within recent years (last 5 yrs often mentioned) in some cases. Pahle Job+1 |
Contractual Workmen (CW) | ITI Pass Out | ~18-26 years Job4You India | Same or similar trades; often those needed in manufacturing or related services. Job4You India | Must produce documents like Aadhaar / education certificates; color blindness may be disqualifying in some roles. Job4You India |
Fixed Term Employee (FTE) | 10th + ITI | ~18-26 yrs Pahle Job+1 | Same or similar trades; sometimes / site specific training etc. Pahle Job+1 | Only male candidates in certain FTE roles (according to some notices) Pahle Job; physical fitness & medical checks required. pahlenews.com |
Salary / Stipend
Here are the pay / stipend figures and benefits as per different recruitment types in 2025:
Category | Monthly Pay / Stipend | Key Benefits |
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Apprentice (ITI) | ≈ ₹19,000/month stipend for apprentice roles. Pahle Job | Canteen, dress/uniform, safety shoes, shift allowance, attendance bonus, festivals (e.g. Diwali gift) etc. Pahle Job |
Contractual Workmen (CW) | ≈ ₹28,890/month for CW roles. Job4You India | Usual benefits like subsidised meals, dress/uniform, etc. Selection process includes technical test, interview, medicals. Job4You India |
Fixed Term Employee (FTE) | Varies: some notices say ₹36,000 PM in certain locations; others approx ₹33,000 PM in different places. Pahle Job+1 | Benefits such as PF, ESI, canteen, safety shoes, dress, shift allowances, bonus, leaves etc. Pahle Job+1 |
Note: “per industry standards” is often used, meaning exact CTC / stipend could differ depending on location, trade, shifts. Also, permanent benefits may be less for contract / fixed-term jobs compared to regular employees.
Locations
Some of the main work/drive locations for Maruti Suzuki recruitment in 2025:
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Gurugram / Manesar (Haryana) — frequent site for workmen hiring (ITI, CW, FTE). Maruti Suzuki+2Pahle Job+2
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Kharakhauda, Sonipat — for certain FTE roles. pahlenews.com
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Other states / campuses / fairs — Some recruitment via off-campus fairs in other states, e.g., Odisha for certain FTE recruitment. Pahle Job
Candidates should check the specific advertisement for their trade / job type for location, as MSIL often mentions “as per company requirement” for deployment. Maruti Suzuki+1
Benefits
Aside from salary or stipend, the recruitment drives offer additional benefits. These are typical of MSIL’s non-senior technical / trade roles:
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Uniforms / Dress + Safety Shoes. Maruti Suzuki+2Pahle Job+2
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Canteen / Meals subsidised at workplace. Maruti Suzuki+2Pahle Job+2
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Shift Allowances (if the role involves shifts) / attendance or bonus incentives. Pahle Job
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Leave, EPF (Provident Fund), ESI (Employee State Insurance) for eligible roles. Pahle Job+1
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Medical check-ups as part of joining. Maruti Suzuki+1
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Training / induction once selected. Maruti Suzuki+1
Note / Warning & Other Important Information
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No fees: Maruti Suzuki has clearly stated that they do not ask for any fees or money from candidates for recruitment, registration, etc. Any such demand is a fraud. Pahle Job+3Maruti Suzuki+3pahlenews.com+3
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Document verification & medicals: Submission of original/photocopy documents is required; pre-employment medical, physical fitness tests are often part of the process. Color blindness may disqualify in certain technical/trade roles. Job4You India+1
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Gender / trade restrictions: Some recruitment announcements specify male candidates only for certain roles. If you see such restrictions, check whether it’s legal / fair (and see if there are alternative roles). Pahle Job
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Updates via official channels: Many recruitment notices will communicate exam / interview dates via email, SMS, or portal; sometimes there’s no fixed published schedule. Applicants should keep documents ready and check emails / job portal regularly. pahlenews.com+1
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Beware fake posted offers: Because MSIL is a big brand, sometimes fake job adverts are circulated. Always verify job postings via the official Maruti Suzuki “Careers” page. Do not pay money for registration, and make sure application links are legitimate. Maruti Suzuki
Other Useful Information
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Selection Process: Usually involves an online test (technical + aptitude/behavioral), followed by an interview (technical + HR), then document verification, medical, and finally induction. Maruti Suzuki+2Pahle Job+2
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Trade specializations: Some trades are more in demand than others. Examples: fitter, electrician, welder, machinist, turner, painter, tool & die, diesel mechanic, motor mechanic vehicle. Depending on the need, some roles may also require additional skills or experience. Maruti Suzuki+2Pahle Job+2
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Experience vs Freshers: Most of these roles are for freshers or those with minimal experience (especially for apprentice / ITI roles). For engineering / managerial roles, sometimes there’s requirement of 1-2 years of relevant work experience. Maruti Suzuki
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CTC / Fixed vs Variable: For engineering graduate roles (if such are being recruited) the CTC often includes fixed and variable components; for trade / contract roles, pay tends to be fixed stipend or monthly rate. Always check the final offer letter details. (Though for 2025 most widely published roles are trade / ITI / contract roles.)
Conclusion
Maruti Suzuki’s 2025 recruitment drives provide good opportunities for ITI‐qualified youth and freshers in various trades, with decent pay/stipend and added benefits. If you meet the eligibility criteria, it’s worthwhile to apply. But make sure to:
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Check official announcements for your trade / specific location
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Prepare documents in advance
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Apply only via authentic links
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Be alert to fraudulent attempts