Steel Authority of India Limited — Rourkela Steel Plant
Cut-off Date: 31 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 28 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 01 Sep 1998 to 31 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 01 Sep 1998 to 31 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 31 yrs | +3 yrs | 01 Sep 1995 to 31 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Sep 1993 to 31 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Sep 1993 to 31 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +10 yrs | 01 Sep 1988 to 31 Aug 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–28 Years (As on 31 Aug 2026)
The Steel Authority of India Limited has issued an official recruitment notification for Trade, Diploma, and Graduate Apprentice, announcing a total of 1,110 vacancies located in Odisha. The online application window opens on 17 July 2026 and closes on 26 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold ITI, Diploma, or Degree in relevant engineering/technical fields. and be within the prescribed age limit of 18 to 28 years as of 31-08-2026., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Stipend ranges from ₹9,600 to ₹12,300 per month based on the trade.. The selection procedure comprises Merit-based shortlisting followed by walk-in document verification.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 17 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
26 Aug 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Post Name | Trade, Diploma, and Graduate Apprentice |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1110 |
| Qualification | ITI, Diploma, or Degree in relevant engineering/technical fields. |
| Age Limit | 18 to 28 years as of 31-08-2026. |
| Salary | Stipend ranges from ₹9,600 to ₹12,300 per month based on the trade. |
| Application Fee | NIL |
| Selection Process | Merit-based shortlisting followed by walk-in document verification. |
Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), a unit of the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), has released the notification for its One-Year Apprenticeship Training Programme for the 2026-27 session. The recruitment covers 1110 vacancies across various disciplines, including ITI trades, Diploma, and Graduate engineering streams. Candidates must complete the online registration on the respective government portals before attending the walk-in document verification process.
| Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 421 |
| Diploma Apprentice | 414 |
| Graduate/Degree Apprentice | 275 |
The selection process is based on academic merit (30% weightage to Class 10 marks and 70% to qualifying degree/diploma/ITI marks). Candidates must report to the Central Recreation Room, Trainees' Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela-769002 between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM on their scheduled dates in September 2026.
No, there is no application fee for the SAIL RSP Apprenticeship 2026-27.
No, the organization does not provide accommodation or travel allowances to apprentices.
No, candidates whose results are not declared on or before the last date of application are ineligible to apply.
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