Rourkela Steel Plant units of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) have released the SAIL Apprentice notification PDF inviting online applications for the One-Year Apprenticeship Training Programme. Through the recruitment drive, a total of 1110 Vacancies will be recruited for Trade, Graduate, and Technician Apprentices posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for the SAIL Apprentice Recruitment on the official website at https://sailcareers.com/.
SAIL Apprentice Notification 2026 PDF Out
The official notification PDF against Advertisement Number L&D/Adv./APP/158 for the recuitment of Apprentice posts in ITI trades, engineering disciplines, non-engineering degrees, and diploma streams has been made avaiable at the official website https://sailcareers.com/. The direct link to download the notification is also shared here.
SAIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
The online application process for SAIL Rourkela Apprentice Recruitment has started on the official website https://sailcareers.com/, and the last date to complete the online form is 26th August 2026 (11:59 pm).
| Events | Dates |
| Notification release date | 17th July 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 17th July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26th August 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Walk-in DV Dates | 1st to 29th September 2026 |
SAIL Rourkela Apprentice Vacancy 2026
A total of 1110 vacancies have been released for Trade, Graduate & Technician Apprentice posts. Check post-wise and category-wise vacancy details from the table below.
- Trade Apprentice – 421
- Technician (Diploma) Apprentice – 414
- Graduate Apprentice – 275
SAIL Apprentice Vacancy 2026 for Trade Apprentice
| Trade/Discipline | Vacancy |
| AOCP | 10 |
| COPA | 56 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 10 |
| Electrician | 100 |
| Fitter | 100 |
| Tool & Die Maker | 10 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 15 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 10 |
| LACP | 10 |
| Machinist | 10 |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 10 |
| Mechanic Refrigeration and AC | 10 |
| Turner | 15 |
| Welder | 15 |
| ICTSM | 10 |
| Central AC Plant Mechanic | 10 |
| Technician Mechatronics | 10 |
| Manufacturing Process Control & Auton. | 10 |
| Total | 421 |
SAIL Apprentice Vacancy 2026 for Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
| Branch/Discipline | Diploma |
| Ceramic Technology | 05 |
| Chemical | 10 |
| Civil | 40 |
| Computer Science | 15 |
| EEE | 05 |
| Electrical | 90 |
| Mechanical/Mechatronics | 90 |
| Metallurgy | 20 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 20 |
| Information Technology | 25 |
| Automobile | 10 |
| Electronics & Communication | 10 |
| Electronics & Instrumentation | – |
| Production | – |
| Bachelor in Arts (BA) | – |
| Bachelor in Science (B.Sc) | – |
| Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) | – |
| Bachelor of Comp. Application (BCA) | – |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | – |
| B.Sc Nursing | – |
| Diploma in Nursing (GNM) | 40 |
| Diploma in Physiotherapy (DP) | 04 |
| Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) | 06 |
| Diploma in Radiological Technology (DRT) | 04 |
| Diploma in X-ray Technology (DXT) | 10 |
| Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology (DOTT) | 04 |
| Data Entry Operator (PGDCA) DEO | – |
| Diploma in Pharmacy (D Pharma) DP | 06 |
| Total | 414 |
SAIL Apprentice Vacancy 2026 for Graduate Apprentice
| Branch/Discipline | Degree |
| Branch/Discipline | — |
| Ceramic Technology | 05 |
| Chemical | 10 |
| Civil | 10 |
| Computer Science | 10 |
| EEE | 10 |
| Electrical | 15 |
| Mechanical/Mechatronics | 30 |
| Metallurgy | 10 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 10 |
| Information Technology | 10 |
| Automobile | 10 |
| Electronics & Communication | 10 |
| Electronics & Instrumentation | 10 |
| Production | 10 |
| Bachelor in Arts (BA) | 40 |
| Bachelor in Science (B.Sc) | 15 |
| Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) | 10 |
| Bachelor of Comp. Application (BCA) | 10 |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | 10 |
| B.Sc Nursing | 20 |
| Diploma in Nursing (GNM) | – |
| Diploma in Physiotherapy (DP) | – |
| Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) | – |
| Diploma in Radiological Technology (DRT) | – |
| Diploma in X-ray Technology (DXT) | – |
| Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology (DOTT) | – |
| Data Entry Operator (PGDCA) DEO | 10 |
| Diploma in Pharmacy (D Pharma) DP | – |
| Total | 275 |
SAIL Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must meet the age limit, educational qualification, and experience requirements prescribed by the exam authority. Before applying, candidates should carefully check whether they fulfill all the required eligibility.
Educational Qualification
| Posts Name | Educational Qualification |
| Trade Apprentice | Candidates must have passed ITI in the respective trade from a Govt. recognized Institute |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | Candidates must have passed a Diploma in the respective disciplines of Engineering from a Govt. recognized Institute/ University |
| Graduate Apprentice | Candidates must have completed a Degree in the respective disciplines of Engineering from a Govt. recognized Institute/ University |
Note: Candidates who passed their qualifying examination as regular students in the last 5 years (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026) are eligible. Those with prior apprenticeship or 1-year job experience are not eligible.
Age Limit (as on 31/08/2026)
Candidates’ minimum age should not be less than 18 years and maximum age not more than 28 years.
- Minimum Age – 18 years
- Maximum Age – 28 years
SAIL RSP Apprentice Application Form 2026 Link
Rourkela Steel Plant units of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) have started accepting applications for the SAIL Rourkela Apprentice Recruitment exam. Candidates are advised to complete the online form as soon as possible to avoid last-minute technical glitches.
SAIL Rourkela Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for SAIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages.
- Merit-Based Shortlisting (30% weightage to Class-10 marks + 70% weightage to Degree/Diploma/ITI marks)
- Walk-in Document Verification
- Medical Examination
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