Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has released the official notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 1,110 Apprentice vacancies are available for ITI Trade Apprentices, Diploma (Technician) Apprentices and Graduate Apprentices. Eligible Indian candidates can apply online through the NAPS/NATS portal and attend the walk-in document verification as per the official schedule.
Overview
- Organization Details
- Organization: Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)
- Plant: Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP)
- Advertisement No.: L&D/Adv./APP/158
- Advertisement Date: 17 July 2026
- Training Duration: 1 Year
- Job Location: Rourkela, Odisha
- Training Type: Apprenticeship under Apprentices Act, 1961
Important Dates
- Notification Released: 17 July 2026
- Last Date to Apply on NAPS/NATS Portal: 26 August 2026
- Walk-in Document Verification: 01 September 2026 to 26 September 2026 (Trade-wise schedule)
- Reporting Time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Total Vacancies
- Trade Apprentice :- 421 Posts
- Graduate & Technician Apprentice Diploma Apprentice :- 414 Posts
- Graduate Apprentice:- 275 Posts
- Grand Total :- 1,110 Posts
Trade Apprentice Vacancies (ITI)
- Electrician – 100
- Fitter – 100
- COPA – 56
- Electronics Mechanic – 15
- Turner – 15
- Welder – 15
- AOCP – 10
- Diesel Mechanic – 10
- Tool & Die Maker – 10
- Instrument Mechanic – 10
- LACP – 10
- Machinist – 10
- Mechanic Motor Vehicle – 10
- Mechanic Refrigeration & AC – 10
- ICTSM – 10
- Central AC Plant Mechanic – 10
- Technician Mechatronics – 10
- Manufacturing Process Control & Automation – 10
Total: 421 Posts
Graduate & Technician Apprentice Disciplines
- Engineering Branches:
- Civil
- Mechanical
- Mechatronics
- Electrical
- Chemical
- Ceramic
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Electronics & Telecommunication
- Electronics & Communication
- Electronics & Instrumentation
- Metallurgy
- Automobile
- Production
- EEE
- Other Graduate Courses:
- BA
- B.Sc
- B.Com
- BCA
- BBA
- B.Sc Nursing
- Diploma Courses:
- GNM
- Physiotherapy
- DMLT
- DRT
- DXT
- DOTT
- D. Pharmacy
- Data Entry Operator (PGDCA)
- (Refer to the official notification for branch-wise vacancy distribution.)
Educational Qualification
Trade Apprentice
ITI Pass in the relevant trade from a Government recognized institute.
Technician Apprentice
Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline.
Graduate Apprentice
Degree in the relevant engineering discipline or specified graduate qualification from a recognized institute/university.
Age Limit
As on 31 August 2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of Odisha rules.
Eligibility
Candidates must:
- Be Indian Citizens.
- Have completed the qualifying course as a regular student.
- Have passed during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026.
- Not have completed or be undergoing apprenticeship training elsewhere.
- Not possess one year or more of job experience after qualification.
Monthly Stipend
Trade Apprentice
- ₹10,560 per month
- COPA & Welder: ₹9,600 per month
Graduate Apprentice
- ₹12,300 per month
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
- ₹10,900 per month
- (As per MSDE norms. Graduate/Technician stipend is shared by RSP and BOPT through DBT.)
Selection Process
- Selection will be based on Academic Merit through the walk-in process.
- Weightage :
- 30% – Class 10 Marks
- 70% – ITI/Diploma/Degree Marks (as applicable)
- No Written Exam
How to Apply
- For ITI Candidates
- Register on the NAPS (Apprenticeship India) portal.
- Search SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant.
- Apply for the respective trade.
- Attend the walk-in as per schedule.
- For Graduate/Diploma Candidates
- Register on the NATS Portal.
- Search Steel Authority of India Limited – Rourkela Steel Plant.
- Apply for your branch.
- Attend the walk-in document verification.
Walk-in Venue
Central Recreation Room, Trainees’ Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela – 769002, Sundargarh, Odisha
Walk-in Schedule
Documents Required
- Original Institution Leaving Certificate
- Matriculation Certificate
- Provisional/Final Pass Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
- DBT Enabled Bank Passbook
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- NAPS/NATS Registration Copy
- Other relevant documents mentioned in the notification
Important Links
Important Instructions
- Apply before 26 August 2026.
- Fill all details carefully.
- CGPA should be converted into percentage as per university norms.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- RSP will not provide accommodation or travel allowance.
- Apprenticeship training does not guarantee permanent employment.
Conclusion
If you have completed ITI, Diploma or Graduation in the eligible disciplines and passed between 2022–2026, then SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity to gain one year of industrial training with one of India’s leading public sector steel companies. Interested candidates should complete their online registration before 26 August 2026 and attend the walk-in as per the official schedule.
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