Good — confirmed the correct last date is 26 August 2026 (not 31 August as the source’s “How to Apply” section mistakenly said), and got additional verified details. Here’s the post:
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SAIL Rourkela Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1,110 Posts | Last Date 26 August
By [Author Name] | Published: July 29, 2026 | Category: Latest Jobs
Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), has released the notification for its One Year Apprenticeship Training Programme 2026-27, under Ref. No. L&D/Adv./APP/158, dated 17 July 2026, for 1,110 vacancies across Trade Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice, and Technician Apprentice categories. Eligible candidates can apply online from 17 July 2026 to 26 August 2026, followed by a walk-in document verification process from 1 to 26 September 2026.
Important Note: Candidates who passed their qualifying examination as regular students in the last 5 years (2022-2026) are eligible. Candidates with prior apprenticeship or 1-year job experience are NOT eligible to apply.
SAIL Rourkela Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), SAIL |
| Reference No. | L&D/Adv./APP/158, dated 17 July 2026 |
| Post Names | Trade Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1,110 |
| Application Mode | Online (NATS/Apprenticeship India portal) |
| Application Start Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 26 August 2026 |
| Walk-in/Document Verification | 1-26 September 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 28 years (as on 31 August 2026) |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Official Website | sailcareers.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 17 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 17 July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 26 August 2026 |
| Walk-in Document Verification | 1-26 September 2026 |
| Walk-in Reporting Time | 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice | 421 | ITI/NCVT Certificate in relevant trade from any recognized Board/Institute in India |
| Graduate Apprentice | 275 | Degree in the respective disciplines of Engineering from a Govt. recognized Institute/University |
| Technician Apprentice | 414 | Diploma in the respective disciplines of Engineering from a Govt. recognized Institute/University |
| Total | 1,110 |
Note: Graduate/Technician Apprentice categories also cover certain non-engineering disciplines (such as BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, BBA, Nursing, Pharmacy) as specified in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed their qualifying examination as regular students within the last 5 years (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026).
- Candidates with prior apprenticeship experience or 1 year of job experience are NOT eligible.
Age Limit
| Age Reckoning Date | 31 August 2026 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 28 years |
Note: Age relaxation details are provided in the official notification.
Application Fee
Nil – no application fee required for any category.
Selection Process
- Academic Merit Shortlisting – based on 30% weightage to Class-X marks and 70% weightage to Degree/Diploma/ITI marks.
- Walk-in Document Verification – shortlisted candidates report in person as per the schedule for their trade/branch.
Walk-in Venue Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Venue | Central Recreation Room, Trainees’ Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela – 769002, Dist. Sundargarh (Odisha) |
| Reporting Time | 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM |
| Schedule | As per trade/branch, between 1-26 September 2026 |
How to Apply for SAIL Rourkela Apprentice Recruitment 2026
For Trade Apprentice:
- Visit the Apprenticeship India portal.
- Go to “Apprenticeship Opportunity” and search by Establishment Name: “SAIL ROURKELA STEEL PLANT.”
- Click apply for the prescribed trade against the vacancies appearing on the portal.
For Graduate/Technician Apprentice:
- Register as a student on nats.education.gov.in.
- Log in to the NATS portal home page as a candidate.
- Go to “Establishments Requests,” then click “Find Establishments.”
- Select Steel Authority of India Limited, Rourkela Steel Plant, and apply in your passed-out branch of engineering.
After Applying:
5. Attend the walk-in as per the schedule for your trade/branch, at the venue and time specified above.
Important Instructions
- Applications submitted through any mode other than the official NATS/Apprenticeship India portals will not be accepted.
- Carry all required original documents for the walk-in document verification.
- Candidates should read the complete official notification for exact eligibility, disciplines covered, and stipend details before applying.
- This engagement is governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961 and its subsequent amendments.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – Trade Apprentice | Click Here |
| Apply Online – Graduate/Technician Apprentice | Click Here |
| Official SAIL Careers Website | Click Here |
SAIL Rourkela Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SAIL Rourkela Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
✅ 26 August 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
✅ 1,110 vacancies – 421 Trade Apprentice, 275 Graduate Apprentice, and 414 Technician Apprentice.
Q3. What is the SAIL Rourkela Apprentice walk-in schedule?
✅ From 1 to 26 September 2026, at Central Recreation Room, Trainees’ Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela.
Q4. What is the selection process?
✅ Academic merit shortlisting (30% Class-X + 70% Degree/Diploma/ITI marks), followed by walk-in document verification.
Q5. Is there an application fee?
✅ No, there is no application fee for any category.
Q6. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
✅ 18 to 28 years, as on 31 August 2026.
Q7. Who is not eligible for this recruitment?
✅ Candidates with prior apprenticeship experience or 1 year of job experience are not eligible.
Q8. How do I apply for Trade Apprentice vs Graduate/Technician Apprentice?
✅ Trade Apprentice: via the Apprenticeship India portal. Graduate/Technician Apprentice: via the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in).
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from the official recruitment notification issued by Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), SAIL, under Ref. No. L&D/Adv./APP/158. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details directly on the official website, sailcareers.com, before applying.
