Published : July 18, 2026
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SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Released
The Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has officially released the Apprentice Recruitment Notification 2026-27 for Trade, Graduate, and Technician Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
A total of 1,110 Apprentice vacancies are available for ITI, Diploma, Engineering Graduates, Nursing, Pharmacy, Arts, Science, Commerce, BCA, BBA and other qualified candidates. Eligible applicants must register through the respective apprenticeship portal and attend the Walk-in Selection Process as per the notified schedule.
If you are looking for a Central Government PSU Apprenticeship, this is an excellent opportunity to gain practical industry experience at one of India's leading steel plants.
SAIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Particular Details
Organization: Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)
Plant: Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP)
Recruitment Year 2026-27
Post Name: Trade, Graduate & Technician Apprentice
Total Vacancies: 1,110
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Training Period One Year
Mode of Selection: Academic Merit + Walk-in
Last Date for Portal Registration: 26 August 2026
Walk-in Dates: 01 September to 26 September 2026
Job Location: Rourkela, Odisha
Total Vacancies
Trade Apprentice (ITI)
Total Posts: 421
Major Trades include:
Electrician – 100
Fitter – 100
COPA – 56
Electronics Mechanic – 15
Turner – 15
Welder – 15
Diesel Mechanic
Instrument Mechanic
Machinist
MMV
RAC
ICTSM
Tool & Die Maker
AOCP
Technician Mechatronics
Manufacturing Process Control & Automation and more.
Graduate & Technician Apprentices
Total Posts: 689
Engineering Disciplines include:
Mechanical
Electrical
Civil
Chemical
Computer Science
Information Technology
Electronics
Metallurgy
Automobile
Production
Ceramic
Electronics & Instrumentation
EEE
Non-Engineering Disciplines:
BA
B.Sc
B.Com
BCA
BBA
B.Sc Nursing
GNM
Diploma Pharmacy
DMLT
DRT
DXT
DOTT
Physiotherapy
Data Entry Operator (PGDCA) and others.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess any one of the following:
ITI in relevant trade
Diploma in Engineering
B.E./B.Tech
BA
B.Sc
B.Com
BCA
BBA
B.Sc Nursing
GNM
Diploma Pharmacy
Other relevant qualifications mentioned in the notification.
Only candidates who passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age calculated as on 31 August 2026
Reservation and age relaxation as per Government of Odisha rules.
Stipend
Trade Apprentice
₹10,560 per month
COPA & Welder: ₹9,600 per month
Graduate Apprentice
₹12,300 per month
Technician Apprentice
₹10,900 per month
Stipend will be paid as per Government guidelines through DBT.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
Academic Merit
Walk-in Document Verification
Weightage:
30% Class 10 Marks
70% ITI/Diploma/Degree Marks
There is no written examination.
Important Dates
Notification Date: 17 July 2026
Last Date to Apply on Portal: 26 August 2026
Walk-in Selection: 01 September to 26 September 2026
Reporting Time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
How to Apply
For ITI Candidates
Register on the Apprenticeship India (NAPS) portal.
Search for SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant and apply in the relevant trade.
For Degree/Diploma Candidates
Register on the NATS 2.0 portal.
Select Steel Authority of India Limited, Rourkela Steel Plant and apply in your discipline.
Candidates must complete portal registration before attending the walk-in.
Documents Required
Carry original and self-attested copies of:
Matric Certificate
Qualification Certificates
Aadhaar Card
Apprentice Registration Copy
Medical Fitness Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Institution Leaving Certificate
Bank Passbook (DBT-enabled)
Why You Should Apply?
Opportunity to train in a Maharatna PSU
One-year industrial training
Monthly stipend up to ₹12,300
No written examination
Valuable experience for PSU and Government jobs
Large number of vacancies across Engineering, ITI and Degree streams
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