SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 1110 Trade & Graduate Vacancies
Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), a unit of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), has released its advertisement for engaging 1110 Apprentices for the training year 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The opportunity spans Trade Apprentices for ITI pass-outs and Graduate/Technician Apprentices across engineering, paramedical and general disciplines, with a mix of degree and diploma vacancies. Unlike a typical online application, candidates first need to register on the Government of India's official apprenticeship portals before appearing for a walk-in document verification round in Rourkela between September 1 and 26, 2026. Read on for the full vacancy breakup, eligibility rules, stipend details and the exact steps to register.
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About Rourkela Steel Plant (SAIL)
Rourkela Steel Plant is one of the integrated steel plants operated by Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise. Set up as India's first integrated steel plant in the public sector, RSP produces flat steel products and runs a wide range of engineering, technical and support operations at its Rourkela campus in Odisha. Its apprenticeship programme gives ITI, diploma and degree holders a structured, one-year exposure to shop-floor and departmental work inside a major steel manufacturing unit.
RSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 – Overview
| Organization Name | Rourkela Steel Plant (SAIL) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Trade, Graduate & Technician Apprentice |
| Reference No. | L&D/Adv./APP/158 dated 17.07.2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1110 Posts |
| Category | Government/PSU Apprenticeship (One-Year Training) |
| Job Location | Rourkela, Odisha |
| Application Mode | Portal Registration + Walk-in |
| Notification Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply on Portal | 26 August 2026 |
| Official Website | sailcareers.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Portal Registration & Application | Ongoing till 26 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply on Portal | 26 August 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Walk-in Document Verification | 1 September 2026 to 26 September 2026 (trade-wise schedule) |
| Joining Date | Communicated by email after selection |
Vacancy Details / Post Wise Break-up
The 1110 vacancies are split into two broad groups: 421 posts for Trade (ITI) Apprentices, and 689 posts for Graduate and Technician Apprentices spread across engineering, paramedical and general/commerce disciplines. The table below gives a quick discipline-wise snapshot; refer to the official PDF for the exact number against every single trade and branch.
| Apprentice Category | No. of Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (AOCP, Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Diesel Mechanic, COPA, and other ITI trades) | 421 | ITI Pass-out in the respective trade |
| Graduate/Technician Apprentice – Engineering Branches (Ceramic, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, EEE, Electrical, Mechanical/Mechatronics, Metallurgy, Electronics, IT, Automobile, Production etc.) | 500 (340 Diploma + 160 Degree) | Diploma/Degree in respective Engineering discipline |
| Graduate/Technician Apprentice – General & Paramedical (BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, BBA, B.Sc Nursing, GNM, DMLT, DRT, DXT, DOTT, DEO, D.Pharma etc.) | 189 (74 Diploma + 115 Degree) | Diploma/Degree in respective discipline |
| Total | 1110 | - |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
For Trade Apprentice posts, candidates need an ITI pass-out qualification in the relevant trade from a Government-recognised institute. For Graduate and Technician Apprentice posts, candidates need a Degree or Diploma in the respective engineering, paramedical or general discipline from a Government-recognised institute or university. Only those who cleared their qualifying exam as a regular candidate, and did so within the last five years (2022 to 2026), are eligible; result-awaiting candidates cannot apply, and anyone who has already completed or is currently undergoing apprenticeship or has one year or more of job experience is not eligible either.
Age Limit (as on 31 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC/PH | As per Government of Odisha reservation guidelines |
Stipend Details
The stipend follows the standard rates prescribed by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India, and for Graduate/Technician Apprentices, it's split 50:50 between RSP and BOAT under DBT mode.
| Apprentice Category | Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Degree) | ₹12,300/- per month |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | ₹10,900/- per month |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI, most trades) | ₹10,560/- per month |
| Trade Apprentice (COPA & Welder) | ₹9,600/- per month |
Selection Process
There's no written exam for this drive. Shortlisting is done purely on academic merit, based on the marks scored in your qualifying examinations, followed by a walk-in round for document verification.
- Merit Calculation: 30% Weightage to Class-X Marks
- Merit Calculation: 70% Weightage to Degree/Diploma/ITI Marks
- Walk-in Document Verification as per the Published Schedule
- Medical Fitness Certification from a Government Hospital
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No fee mentioned in the notification |
| Payment Mode | Not Applicable |
Required Documents
Carry these documents at the time of walk-in document verification; the original Institution Leaving Certificate will be retained by RSP till the training is complete.
- Original Institution Leaving Certificate
- Self-attested Matriculation Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Self-attested Provisional Pass Certificate
- Self-attested SC/ST/OBC/PH Certificate, wherever applicable
- Self-attested Aadhaar Card/Bank Passbook (e-KYC Validation Mandatory)
- Medical Fitness Certificate from a Government Hospital
- Apprentice Registration Copy from the NAPS/NATS Portal
How to Apply & Walk-in Schedule
Applying happens in two stages: first register and apply on the relevant Government portal, then walk in for document verification on the date allotted to your trade or branch.
- Trade (ITI) Apprentice candidates register at apprenticeshipindia.org, search for establishment "SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant", and apply against the listed trade.
- Graduate/Technician Apprentice candidates register at nats.education.gov.in, go to Establishment Requests, select Steel Authority of India Limited – Rourkela Steel Plant, and apply in your passed-out branch.
- Complete the registration and application on the respective portal by 26 August 2026.
- Take a printout of your submitted online application for your records.
- Report for walk-in document verification on the date assigned to your trade/branch, between 9.30 AM and 10.30 AM, at Central Recreation Room, Trainees' Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela-769002, Dist. Sundargarh, Odisha.
| Walk-in Date | Trades/Branches |
|---|---|
| 1–3 September 2026 | AOCP, COPA, Diesel Mechanic, Electrician |
| 4–8 September 2026 (except 6 Sep) | Fitter, Tool & Die, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, LACP |
| 9–11 September 2026 | Machinist, MMV, RAC, Turner, Welder |
| 12–15 September 2026 (except 13 Sep) | ICTSM, Central AC Mechanic, Technician Mechatronics, MPC & Automation |
| 16–18 September 2026 | Ceramic, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, EEE, Electrical |
| 19–22 September 2026 (except 20 Sep) | Mechanical, Mechatronics, Metallurgy, IT, Automobile |
| 23–26 September 2026 | ECE, E&I, Production, BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, BBA, B.Sc Nursing, GNM, Physiotherapy, DMLT, DRT, DXT, DOTT, DEO, D.Pharma |
Important Instructions
- Applications will not be accepted without completing registration and applying on the respective Government portal first.
- Mention marks in percentage; if your certificate shows CGPA, convert it to percentage as per your board/university norms.
- Keep a valid email ID and mobile number active for at least the next one year, since all communication happens through email.
- Your bank account must be DBT-enabled with KYC verified, since stipend is credited via Direct Benefit Transfer.
- RSP does not provide accommodation or travel allowance during the apprenticeship; candidates must arrange these on their own.
- This apprenticeship does not carry any obligation on RSP to offer regular employment afterward.
Why Should You Apply?
A year at Rourkela Steel Plant gives ITI, diploma and degree holders direct exposure to operations inside one of India's oldest integrated public-sector steel plants, across a genuinely wide spread of trades and disciplines. The stipend, paid partly through Direct Benefit Transfer, helps offset training costs even though the plant doesn't cover accommodation or travel. For candidates from technical, paramedical or general streams alike, it's a practical way to add real industrial experience to your profile before you start applying for regular jobs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?
Ans: The last date to register and apply on the Apprenticeship India or NATS portal, as applicable, is 26 August 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?
Ans: There are 1110 vacancies in total — 421 for Trade Apprentices and 689 for Graduate/Technician Apprentices.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
Ans: ITI pass-out for Trade Apprentice posts, and a Degree or Diploma in the relevant discipline for Graduate/Technician Apprentice posts, all from Government-recognised institutes.
Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Ans: Candidates must be between 18 and 28 years as on 31 August 2026, with age relaxation as per Government of Odisha guidelines for reserved categories.
Q5. What is the application fee for RSP Apprentice Recruitment?
Ans: No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.
Q6. How can I apply for this job?
Ans: Register and apply on apprenticeshipindia.org (Trade Apprentices) or nats.education.gov.in (Graduate/Technician Apprentices), then walk in with your documents at Rourkela on the date assigned to your trade or branch.
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Final Words
Rourkela Steel Plant's 2026-27 apprenticeship drive is one of the larger ones this season, with 1110 posts open across trade, engineering, paramedical and general disciplines. Since applications go through two separate Government portals before the walk-in stage, it's worth registering early rather than waiting close to the 26 August 2026 deadline. Share this post with ITI, diploma and degree holders who might be eligible, and join our Telegram channel above for more PSU apprenticeship updates.
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