Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)
Last Date: 26 August 2026

Rourkela Steel Plant, a unit of the Steel Authority of India Limited, has opened applications for 1110 apprentice posts under the one year Apprenticeship Training Programme for 2026-27. The intake covers 421 Trade Apprentice seats for ITI holders and 689 Graduate and Technician seats spread across engineering and non-engineering disciplines. Online registration closes on 26 August 2026, and selection runs through a merit-based walk-in process at Rourkela through September.

SAIL (RSP) Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

SAIL (RSP) Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Quick Intro

Rourkela Steel Plant is one of the major steel plants of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL). It is located in Sundargarh district, Odisha, and is one of India's leading integrated steel plants, built with German collaboration and commissioned in 1959. Rourkela Steel Plant regularly conducts apprenticeship recruitment for ITI, Diploma, and Degree candidates. It offers a good opportunity for eligible freshers to gain training and practical experience in one of SAIL's major steel plants.

Compared to the previous recruitment of 2025, Rourkela Steel Plant has increased the total number of apprenticeship vacancies from 816 to 1,110. The biggest increase is in the Graduate Apprentice category, while the number of ITI Trade Apprentice vacancies has slightly decreased.

This apprenticeship recruitment includes two categories of apprentices. The first is Trade Apprentices, meant for ITI-qualified candidates in the notified trades and the second includes Graduate and Technician Apprentices, which are open to Engineering Degree, Engineering Diploma, BA, B.Com, BBA, Nursing, and other eligible candidates.

Vacancy Details

The 1,110 apprenticeship vacancies are divided into 421 Trade Apprentice posts and 689 Graduate & Technician Apprentice posts. The Graduate & Technician category includes 414 Technician (Diploma) Apprentice posts and 275 Graduate (Degree) Apprentice posts. Among the Trade Apprentice vacancies, Electrician and Fitter have the highest number of posts. Candidates should check the complete trade-wise and category-wise vacancy details provided below: 

Trade Apprentices (ITI)

Graduate/Technician Apprentices (Degree/Diploma)

Note: The Electrical and Mechanical/Mechatronics disciplines have the highest number of Diploma Apprentice vacancies, with 90 posts each same as trade-level Electrician and Fitter posts, while some branches have only a few posts.

Application Fee

No application fee is required for this apprenticeship recruitment. Candidates of all categories can apply free of cost. Before submitting the application, candidates should complete their registration on the Apprenticeship India or NATS portal, as applicable, and follow the instructions given.

Age Limit

Candidates must be 18 to 28 years of age as on 31 August 2026. Before applying, candidates should make sure they meet the prescribed age limit.

Age relaxation for reserved categories will be provided as per the Government of Odisha rules. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwD, and other eligible categories should check registration portal for the applicable relaxation before applying.

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for the Trade Apprentice posts must have passed ITI in the relevant trade from a government-recognised institute. No minimum marks or percentage have been prescribed for eligibility.

Candidates applying for the Graduate and Technician Apprentice posts must have a Degree or Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from a government-recognised university or institute. Eligible branches include Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science, and other disciplines. It is also important to note that this apprenticeship recruitment is open to candidates from Engineering, Commerce, Arts, Computer Applications, and Paramedical backgrounds. Apart from engineering disciplines, eligible qualifications include BA, B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Sc Nursing, and Diploma courses such as Nursing, Physiotherapy, Medical Laboratory Technology, Radiological Technology, X-ray Technology, and Operation Theatre Technology etc.
 
All candidates must meet the few common eligibility conditions for both groups, these are as follows:

> Only candidates who cleared their qualifying exam as regular students can apply.
> Only those who passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible.
> Candidates whose results are still awaited as of the last date are not eligible.
> And candidates who have already undergone, or are currently undergoing, apprenticeship training anywhere, or who carry one year of job experience of any kind, are also not eligible for this recruitment.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on merit, and no written examination will be conducted. The merit list will be prepared by giving 30% weightage to Class 10 marks and 70% weightage to the marks obtained in the relevant ITI, Diploma, or Degree qualification, as applicable.

Since there is no written examination, selection depends entirely on the candidate's academic performance. Candidates with CGPA should convert their marks into percentage using the formula prescribed by their respective board or university and produce the required proof during document verification. Candidates applying for disciplines with more vacancies such as,  Fitter or Electrical have greater opportunities for selection, while branches with fewer posts such as, EEE Diploma or Ceramic Technology may have higher competition. Applicants should check the discipline-wise vacancy details provided above and apply according to their eligibility.

Salary, Job Location, and Service Conditions

Selected Trade Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹10,560. However, candidates selected for the COPA and Welder trades will receive ₹9,600 per month, or the stipend applicable under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) guidelines. Selected Technician (Diploma) Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹10,900, while Graduate (Degree) Apprentices will receive ₹12,300 per month. It is also important to note that the stipend for Graduate and Technician Apprentices will be shared equally by Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) and the Board of Practical Training (BOPT) through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.

The apprenticeship training will be conducted at Rourkela Steel Plant, Sector-5, for a one-year training period. Accommodation and travel allowance (TA) will not be provided, therefore, candidates from outside Rourkela should make their own arrangements for stay during the apprenticeship. It is also important to note that Selected candidates must submit a medical fitness certificate issued by a Government Doctor, and the certificate should include the doctor's medical registration number on the official seal. The apprenticeship is only for training, and Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has no obligation to offer regular employment during or after the completion of the apprenticeship.

How to Apply

Trade Apprentice candidates (ITI):

1. Visit the Apprenticeship India portal at apprenticeshipindia.org and register as a candidate.
2. Log in to the portal and go to Apprenticeship Opportunity.
3. Search by Establishment Name as SAIL ROURKELA STEEL PLANT.
4. Apply against the vacancy listed for your specific trade.
5. Complete registration and submit before 26 August 2026.

Graduate and Technician Apprentice candidates (Degree/Diploma):

1. Visit the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in and register as a student.
2. Log in, go to Establishment Requests, then Find Establishments.
3. Select Steel Authority of India Limited, Rourkela Steel Plant.
4. Apply in your passed-out branch of engineering or discipline as listed on the portal.
5. Complete registration and submit before 26 August 2026.

Submitting the online application is not the final step, and all eligible candidates must also attend the document verification process in person. Trade-wise and branch-wise document verification schedule are provided below:

Walk-in Venue: Central Recreation Room, Trainees' Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela - 769002, District Sundargarh, Odisha.

Required Documents and Important Instructions

Candidates should carry these below mentioned documents, originals plus self-attested copies, to the walk-in verification:

• Original Institution Leaving Certificate, which RSP retains until training completion
• Self-attested copy of Matriculation certificate, for date of birth verification
• Self-attested copy of Provisional Pass Certificate
• Self-attested copy of SC/ST/OBC/PH certificate, where applicable
• Self-attested copy of Aadhaar card or passbook, with e-KYC validation mandatory
• Medical Fitness Certificate from a government hospital
• Apprentice Registration copy from the NAPS or NATS portal
   
  A few instructions candidates should remember:
  > Candidates must enter their marks in percentage while filling out the application form and those with CGPA should convert their score into percentage using the formula prescribed by their respective board or university. This converted percentage will be verified during document verification.
  > Applications with incorrect or incomplete information will be rejected after the last date of submission. No request for correction or further correspondence will be accepted.
  > Canvassing of any kind will disqualify a candidate immediately.
  > All future communication will be sent only to the registered email ID and mobile number, therefore, candidates should provide active contact details and check them regularly for updates related to the apprenticeship.
  > Candidates should ensure that their bank account is DBT-enabled and KYC verified before submitting the application.

Read the important points below to understand this apprenticeship recruitment better:

No Written Exam, Selection Depends on Your Academic Marks

There will be no written examination or interview for this apprenticeship recruitment. Selection will be based on a merit list prepared with 30% weightage to Class 10 marks and 70% weightage to the marks obtained in the relevant ITI, Diploma, or Degree qualification. Candidates applying for disciplines with fewer vacancies may face higher competition, while disciplines with more vacancies provide more opportunities for selection.

Document Verification Date Is Fixed for Your Trade

After submitting the online application, all eligible candidates must appear in person for document verification on the scheduled date for their trade or branch. Candidates who fail to attend document verification may lose their candidature. Applicants should also note that those who have already completed or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training, or have one year or more of work experience, are not eligible to apply.

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❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies are there in SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

RSP has notified 1110 apprentice posts this year, made up of 421 Trade Apprentice seats for ITI holders and 689 Graduate/Technician seats split between 414 Diploma and 275 Degree candidates.

What is the last date to apply for RSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Applications must be completed on the respective portal by 26 August 2026. Trade candidates apply on apprenticeshipindia.org while Graduate and Technician candidates apply through the NATS portal.

Who is eligible for this apprenticeship?

Candidates who passed their qualifying exam as a regular student in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 can apply. Anyone with prior apprenticeship training elsewhere or one year of job experience is not eligible.

What is the age limit for this recruitment?

Candidates must be between 18 and 28 years of age as on 31 August 2026. Age relaxation follows Odisha government norms, though the notification does not specify category-wise years.

What qualification is needed for the Trade Apprentice posts?

An ITI certificate passed out in the relevant designated trade from a government-recognised institute is required across all eighteen trade categories, from AOCP and Electrician to Welder and Turner.

How will candidates be selected for this apprenticeship?

Selection runs purely on academic merit, with 30 percent weightage to Class-X marks and 70 percent to Diploma, Degree or ITI marks. There is no written exam or interview involved.

What stipend will RSP apprentices receive?

Trade apprentices get Rs. 10,560 a month, except COPA and Welder trades which get Rs. 9,600. Diploma apprentices receive Rs. 10,900 and Degree apprentices receive Rs. 12,300 per month.

Is there an application fee for this recruitment?

No Fee required for Application. 

How can I apply for SAIL Rourkela Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

ITI candidates register on apprenticeshipindia.org and apply against SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant. Diploma and Degree candidates register on nats.education.gov.in and apply under the same establishment.

What is the official website of Rourkela Steel Plant?

The official SAIL website is sail.co.in. Candidates should treat the homepage as the primary source and verify the notification link directly from there.

Do candidates need to attend a walk-in after applying online?

Yes. After online registration, eligible candidates must appear in person for document verification at the Central Recreation Room, Trainees' Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela, on the date assigned to their trade or branch between 1 and 26 September 2026.

Will RSP provide accommodation or travel allowance during training?

No. The notification states clearly that apprentices must arrange their own stay and that RSP will not pay any travel allowance during the one-year training period.

Conclusion

We hope the information provided above has helped you understand this apprenticeship recruitment better. The next step is to complete your registration before the last date. Trade Apprentice candidates must register on the Apprenticeship India Portal, while Diploma and Degree Apprentice candidates must register on the NATS Portal and submit their applications on or before 26 August 2026.

After completing the online registration, candidates should prepare for the document verification scheduled in September 2026. The verification dates are fixed for each trade and branch and cannot be changed. Keep all required documents ready in advance, including an Aadhaar-linked, DBT-enabled bank account passbook and a medical fitness certificate issued by a Government Doctor.

Candidates should regularly check the official SAIL website and their registered email ID for updates regarding the document verification schedule and walk-in call letter. (you can also bookmark this page and follow our social media handles such as telegram and WhatsApp for quick updates)

This article is based on the official notification and simplified for easy understanding. For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to the official website.