Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) – Rourkela Steel Plant
SAIL Rourkela Recruitment 2026
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Total Vacancies
1110
Last Date
26/08/2026
SAIL Rourkela Recruitment 2026 has been announced by Rourkela Steel Plant for engagement of apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates searching for Rourkela Steel Plant Recruitment 2026 and SAIL Recruitment 2026 can apply for Trade, Graduate and Technician Apprentice training in various disciplines.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentices | 421 | ₹10,900 PM |
| Diploma Apprentices | 414 | ₹10,900 PM |
| Graduate Apprentices | 275 | ₹12,300 PM |
Educational Qualification
SAIL Rourkela Recruitment 2026 invites applications from eligible ITI, Diploma and Degree holders for apprenticeship training. Candidates interested in SAIL Recruitment 2026 and Rourkela Steel Plant Recruitment 2026 must possess the qualification prescribed for their respective trade or discipline.
- Trade Apprentice: Candidates must have passed ITI in the respective designated trade from a Government recognized Institute.
- Graduate Apprentice (Engineering): Candidates must possess a Degree in the respective Engineering discipline from a Government recognized Institute/University.
- Technician Apprentice (Engineering): Candidates must possess a Diploma in the respective Engineering discipline from a Government recognized Institute/University.
- Engineering Disciplines:
- Ceramic Technology
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science Engineering
- EEE
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineering
- Metallurgy
- Electronics & Telecommunication
- Information Technology
- Automobile Engineering
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering):
- Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc)
- Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
- Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- B.Sc Nursing
- Technician Apprentice (Healthcare Diploma):
- General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM)
- Diploma in Physiotherapy
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT)
- Diploma in Radiological Technology (DRT)
- Diploma in X-Ray Technology (DXT)
- Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology (DOTT)
- PGDCA for Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma)
- Only candidates who completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible.
- Only candidates who passed the qualifying examination in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible.
- Candidates whose qualifying examination result has not been declared by the last date of application are not eligible.
- Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training or have one year of job experience are not eligible.
Age Limit
SAIL Rourkela Recruitment 2026 prescribes the age criteria for apprentice engagement as per the official notification. Candidates applying for SAIL Recruitment 2026 should satisfy the following age requirements.
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- Age Calculation Date: 31 August 2026
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Government of Odisha guidelines.
Application Fee
SAIL Rourkela Recruitment 2026 does not mention any application fee in the official notification. Candidates applying for Rourkela Steel Plant Recruitment 2026 can check the details below.
- Application Fee: Not Mentioned in Official Notification
How To Apply
SAIL Rourkela Recruitment 2026 requires candidates to complete online registration on the appropriate Government apprenticeship portal before attending the walk-in process. Applicants interested in SAIL Recruitment 2026 and Rourkela Steel Plant Recruitment 2026 should carefully follow the application procedure given below.
- Step 1: Ensure you meet all the eligibility conditions mentioned in the notification.
- Step 2: Register yourself on the appropriate Government apprenticeship portal:
- Trade Apprentices: Register on the Apprenticeship India (NAPS) Portal.
- Graduate/Technician Apprentices: Register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) Portal.
- Step 3: Use a valid mobile number and e-mail ID which should remain active for at least one year.
- Step 4: Fill all required details carefully. Candidates are responsible for the correctness of the information submitted.
- Step 5: Ensure that your bank account is DBT-enabled and KYC verified.
- Step 6 (Trade Apprentice):
- Login to the Apprenticeship India Portal.
- Go to Apprenticeship Opportunity.
- Search the establishment name SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant.
- Select the respective trade.
- Submit the application online.
- Step 7 (Graduate/Technician Apprentice):
- Login to the NATS Portal.
- Go to Establishment Requests.
- Click Find Establishments.
- Select Steel Authority of India Limited, Rourkela Steel Plant.
- Apply for the relevant Degree/Diploma discipline.
- Step 8: After successful online registration and application, take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
- Step 9: Attend the walk-in document verification according to the schedule for your respective trade/discipline.
- Walk-in Venue:
Central Recreation Room,
Trainees’ Hostel,
Sector-5, Rourkela – 769002,
District: Sundargarh, Odisha. - Documents Required During Walk-in:
- Original Institution Leaving Certificate (to be retained till completion of training).
- Self-attested copy of Matriculation Certificate for Date of Birth proof.
- Self-attested copy of Provisional Pass Certificate.
- Self-attested copy of SC/ST/OBC/PH Certificate (if applicable).
- Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card or Bank Passbook (e-KYC validation mandatory).
- Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a Government Hospital.
- Apprentice Registration copy from NAPS/NATS Portal.
- Incomplete or erroneous applications submitted after the prescribed date will be rejected.
- Marks obtained in the qualifying examination should be entered in percentage. Candidates having CGPA should convert it into percentage as per their Board/University norms.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply on NAPS/NATS Portal | 26 August 2026 |
| Walk-in for AOCP, COPA, Diesel Mechanic & Electrician | 01 September 2026 to 03 September 2026 |
| Walk-in for Fitter, Tool & Die Maker, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic & LACP | 04 September 2026 to 08 September 2026 (Except 06 September 2026) |
| Walk-in for Machinist, MMV, RAC, Turner & Welder | 09 September 2026 to 11 September 2026 |
| Walk-in for ICTSM, Central AC Plant Mechanic, Technician Mechatronics & MPC & Automation | 12 September 2026 to 15 September 2026 (Except 13 September 2026) |
| Walk-in for Ceramic, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, EEE & Electrical | 16 September 2026 to 18 September 2026 |
| Walk-in for Mechanical, Mechatronics, Metallurgy, IT & Automobile | 19 September 2026 to 22 September 2026 (Except 20 September 2026) |
| Walk-in for ECE, E&I, Production, BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, BBA, B.Sc Nursing, GNM, Diploma Courses, DEO & D.Pharma | 23 September 2026 to 26 September 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM |
Important Links:
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