SAIL Rourkela Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply for 1110 Posts
SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Authority of India Limited (SAIL) | 1110 Open Training Slots
The Learning & Development Department of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has officially published notification reference L&D/Adv./APP/158. Applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens who completed their qualifying credentials between 2022 and 2026 for 1110 Trade, Technician (Diploma), and Graduate Apprentice openings under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates are required to register on the NAPS or NATS portals by 26 August 2026 before attending the walk-in document verification scheduled through September 2026.
Recruitment Overview for SAIL Apprentice 2026
| Organization | Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) |
| Plant Unit | Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), Odisha |
| Total Openings | 1110 Apprentice Positions |
| Application Fee | Nil (Free for all categories) |
| Official Portals | NAPS Portal / NATS Portal |
Important Dates for Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Event Milestone | Timeline / Date Schedule |
|---|---|
| Online Application Commencement | 17 July 2026 |
| Portal Submission Deadline | 26 August 2026 |
| Walk-In Document Verification | 01 September 2026 to 26 September 2026 |
Apprentice Categories, Stipends & Qualifications
| Category | Slots | Monthly Stipend | Eligibility Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentices (ITI) | 421 | ₹10,560/- p.m. (COPA & Welder: ₹9,600/-) |
ITI Certificate in relevant discipline from a recognized institution. |
| Technician Apprentices (Diploma) | 414 | ₹10,900/- p.m. | Engineering/Medical Diploma from a recognized state board or institute. |
| Graduate Apprentices (Degree) | 275 | ₹12,300/- p.m. | Degree (B.E./B.Tech/BA/B.Sc/B.Com/BCA/BBA/Nursing) from a recognized university. |
Age Limit Criteria (As on 31/08/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- Relaxation: Upper age bracket concessions are applicable for SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD applicants in alignment with Odisha state and Central regulatory policies.
Selection Procedure for Technician Apprentice Recruitment 2026
No written test or assessment exam is conducted for this program. Selection relies entirely on shortlisting via academic merit during document verification:
- Matriculation Weightage: 30% weight assigned to 10th-grade board examination scores.
- Qualifying Degree/Diploma/ITI Weightage: 70% weight assigned to marks achieved in the core qualifying course.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must produce a formal fitness certificate issued by an authorized government hospital medical officer.
How to Apply & Participate for SAIL Rourkela Jobs 2026
- Portal Registration:
- Trade ITI candidates must register on the NAPS network (apprenticeshipindia.org) and apply to “SAIL ROURKELA STEEL PLANT”.
- Diploma and Graduate applicants must sign up on the NATS system (nats.education.gov.in) and apply for the establishment.
- Complete Submission: Complete digital profile filings on or before 26 August 2026.
- Walk-In Attendance: Report directly to the verification center in Rourkela following the designated discipline timetable between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM along with physical certificates.
Walk-In Verification Venue
Central Recreation Room, Trainees’ Hostel,
Sector-5, Rourkela – 769002, District: Sundargarh (Odisha)
Important Links & Web Portals
| Portal / Document Title | Action Link |
|---|---|
| ITI Apprenticeship Portal (NAPS) | Register / Apply Now |
| Diploma & Graduate Portal (NATS) | Register / Apply Now |
| Official SAIL Portal | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to register on the NAPS/NATS portal?
The final date for online portal registration is 26 August 2026.
Q2: Is there any written test for this recruitment?
No, selection is performed strictly through shortlisting based on academic merit scores, followed by physical document verification.
Q3: What is the application processing fee?
There is no application or registration fee required for any category candidate.