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SAIL Bhilai Steel Plant Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

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Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP), has released a notification for the engagement of Trade Apprentices, Technician (Diploma) Apprentices and Graduate Apprentices for the training year 2026–27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 710 Apprentice vacancies are available, including 516 Trade Apprentice (ITI) vacancies, 124 Diploma Apprentice vacancies and 70 Graduate Apprentice vacancies. Eligible candidates must first register and apply through the respective apprenticeship portal and then appear for the scheduled walk-in selection/document verification at Bhilai Steel Plant.

PSU/Technical26 Aug 202620 Oct 2026(Last Date)
Official Notification

1. SAIL Bhilai Steel Plant Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online – Overview

Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP), has released a notification for the engagement of Trade Apprentices, Technician (Diploma) Apprentices and Graduate Apprentices for the training year 2026–27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 710 Apprentice vacancies are available, including 516 Trade Apprentice (ITI) vacancies, 124 Diploma Apprentice vacancies and 70 Graduate Apprentice vacancies. Eligible candidates must first register and apply through the respective apprenticeship portal and then appear for the scheduled walk-in selection/document verification at Bhilai Steel Plant.

2. Quick Details

Quick Details
FieldDetails
OrganizationSteel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)
PlantBhilai Steel Plant (BSP)
DepartmentHR–L&D Department
RecruitmentApprentice Engagement 2026–27
ActApprentices Act, 1961
Total Vacancies710 Posts
Trade Apprentice Vacancies516 Posts
Diploma Apprentice Vacancies124 Posts
Graduate Apprentice Vacancies70 Posts
Application ModeOnline Registration/Application + Walk-in
Selection ProcessAcademic Merit + Walk-in
Training LocationBhilai, Chhattisgarh
Age Limit18–28 Years
Age Calculation Date31 October 2026
Last Date to Apply20 October 2026
Walk-in Dates27 October 2026 to 21 November 2026
Walk-in Reporting Time9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Walk-in VenueRoom No. 123, HRDC, Bhilai Steel Plant, Chhattisgarh – 490001

3. SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Vacancy 2026

SAIL Bhilai Steel Plant has notified a total of 710 Apprentice vacancies under three categories:
SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Vacancy 2026
Apprentice CategoryVacancies
Trade Apprentice – ITI516
Technician Apprentice – Diploma124
Graduate Apprentice70
Total710
The notification separately lists 516 Trade Apprentice vacancies and 124 Diploma + 70 Graduate Apprentice vacancies.

4. SAIL Bhilai Trade Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – ITI

Total Trade Apprentice Posts : 516
SAIL Bhilai Trade Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – ITI
S.No.Trade / DisciplineVacancy
1Electrician95
2Fitter80
3Multimedia and Animation Special Effects9
4Technician Mechatronics20
5Electronics Mechanic20
6Manufacturing Process Control & Automation25
7Instrument Mechanic35
8Machinist25
9Turner15
10Welder15
11ICTSM15
12AOCP15
13Diesel Mechanic15
14Tool & Die Maker10
15LACP10
16Mechanic Motor Vehicle10
17Mechanic Refrigeration & AC20
18Central AC Plant Mechanic16
19Wood Work Technician10
20Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (Hindi)10
21Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (English)10
22Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician10
23Hospital House Keeping (HHK)6
24Mason10
25Information Technology (IT)10
TotalTrade Apprentice516
Qualification : ITI passed in the respective trade from a Government-recognized institute.
Stipend : ₹9,600 per month or as per the prescribed rates by MSDE, Government of India.

5. SAIL Bhilai Diploma & Graduate Apprentice Vacancy 2026

SAIL Bhilai Diploma & Graduate Apprentice Vacancy 2026
FieldDetails
Total Diploma + Graduate Apprentice Posts194
Diploma Apprentice Posts124
Graduate Apprentice Posts70
SAIL Bhilai Diploma & Graduate Apprentice Vacancy 2026
S.No.Branch / DisciplineDiplomaDegree
26Ceramic Technology22
27Chemical22
28Civil105
29Computer Science52
30EEE52
31Electrical102
32Mechanical/Mechatronics102
33Metallurgy205
34Electronics & Telecommunication102
35Information Technology52
36Automobile52
37Electronics & Communication82
38Electronics & Instrumentation—5
39Production—5
40Bachelor in Arts (BA)—5
41Bachelor in Science (B.Sc)—3
42Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)—5
43Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA)—5
44Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)—5
45B.Sc Nursing—5
46Diploma in Nursing (GNM)5—
47Diploma in Physiotherapy (DP)5—
48Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT)5—
49Diploma in Radiological Technology (DRT)5—
50Diploma in X-ray Technology (DXT)5—
51Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology (DOTT)2—
52Data Entry Operator (PGDCA) DEO—2
53Diploma in Pharmacy (D Pharma) DP5—
TotalTotal12470
Qualification : Degree/Diploma in the respective disciplines from a Government-recognized Institute/University.
Diploma Apprentice Stipend : ₹10,900 per month
Graduate Apprentice Stipend : ₹12,300 per month
The notification states that the stipend is subject to the prescribed MSDE, Government of India rates, with 50% paid by BSP and 50% from BOPT under DBT mode.

6. SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Eligibility 2026

SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Eligibility 2026
FieldDetails
Qualifying ExaminationCandidates must have completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates.
Eligible Passing Years2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
Result RequirementCandidates whose qualifying examination result has not been declared/available by the last date of application are not eligible.
Previous ApprenticeshipCandidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under any establishment are not eligible.
Job ExperienceCandidates having job experience of one year are not eligible.

7. Educational Qualification

Educational Qualification
FieldDetails
For Trade ApprenticeITI passed in the respective trade from a Government-recognized institute.
For Diploma ApprenticeDiploma in the respective discipline from a Government-recognized Institute/University.
For Graduate Apprentice : Degree in the respective discipline from a Government-recognized Institute/University.

8. SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Age Limit 2026

SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Age Limit 2026
FieldDetails
Minimum Age18 Years
Maximum Age28 Years
Age Calculation Date31 October 2026
Age RelaxationApplicable age relaxation will be provided as per the guidelines of the Government of Chhattisgarh.

9. SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Stipend 2026

SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Stipend 2026
Apprentice CategoryMonthly Stipend
Trade Apprentice – ITI₹9,600
Technician Apprentice – Diploma₹10,900
Graduate Apprentice₹12,300
The notification specifies the above stipend rates or the applicable rates prescribed by MSDE, Government of India.

10. SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Important Dates 2026

SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Important Dates 2026
EventDate
Training Year2026–27
Last Date to Apply on Respective Portal20 October 2026
Age Calculation Date31 October 2026
Walk-in Selection Starts27 October 2026
Walk-in Selection Ends21 November 2026
The official notification specifies 20 October 2026 as the last date to apply on the respective portal.

11. SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Walk-in Schedule 2026

After completing the online registration/application, eligible candidates who meet the notified criteria have to attend the walk-in process according to their trade/branch.
SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Walk-in Schedule 2026
S.No.Walk-in DateTrades / BranchesReporting Time
127.10.2026 to 29.10.2026Electrician, Multimedia & Animation Special Effects, Fitter9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
230.10.2026 to 02.11.2026, except 01.11.2026Woodwork Technician, HHK, Mason, Instrument Mechanic, Technician Mechatronics, Electronics Mechanic9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
303.11.2026 to 05.11.2026Manufacturing Process Control & Automation, Machinist, Turner, Welder, AOCP, Diesel Mechanic9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
406.11.2026 to 09.11.2026, except 08.11.2026ICTSM, Tool & Die Maker, LACP, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Refrigeration & AC, Central AC Plant Mechanic9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
510.11.2026 to 12.11.2026Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician, Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (Hindi), Information Technology, Ceramic Technology, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
613.11.2026 to 16.11.2026, except 15.11.2026EEE, Electrical, Mechanical/Mechatronics, Metallurgy, Electronics & Telecommunication, Automobile, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
| 7 | 17.11.2026 to 21.11.2026 | Production, B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., BCA, BBA, B.Sc. Nursing, GNM, Diploma in Physiotherapy, DMLT, DRT, DXT, DOTT, DEO, Diploma in Pharmacy

12. SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Walk-in Venue

SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Walk-in Venue
FieldDetails
VenueRoom No. 123, HRDC, Bhilai Steel Plant, Chhattisgarh – 490001.

13. Documents Required for Walk-in

Candidates have to carry the required documents for verification and submission at the time of walk-in.
Documents Required for Walk-in
S.No.Document
1Self-attested copy of Matriculation Certificate for DOB verification
2Self-attested copy of Provisional Pass Certificate
3Self-attested copy of SC/ST/OBC/PH Certificate
4Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card/Passbook
5Medical Fitness Certificate from Government Hospital
6Apprentice Registration Copy from NAPS/NATS Portal
Important : e-KYC validation is mandatory for the Aadhaar Card/Passbook requirement.

14. For Degree / Diploma Apprentices

For Degree / Diploma Apprentices
FieldDetails
Step 1Visit the NATS portal.
Step 2Register as a student.
Step 3Log in to the NATS candidate section.
Step 4Go to **Establishments Requests → Find Establishments**.
Step 5Select **Steel Authority of India Limited, Bhilai Steel Plant**.
Step 6Select the passed-out branch/discipline.
Step 7Apply for the relevant apprenticeship opportunity.
Step 8Complete the online application.
Step 9Take a printout of the submitted application.
Step 10Attend the walk-in process according to the applicable schedule.

15. Registration Portals

Registration Portals
FieldDetails
For Trade ApprenticesApprenticeship India
For Graduate/Diploma ApprenticesNational Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS)
Last Date to Apply20 October 2026

16. Important Instructions Before Applying

Important Instructions Before Applying
FieldDetails
Email & MobileCandidates must have an active email ID and mobile number valid for at least the next one year.
CommunicationFuture communication will be made through email.
Bank AccountThe bank account must be DBT-enabled and KYC verified.
Application DetailsCandidates are responsible for the correctness of information provided in the online registration.
Application PrintoutCandidates must take a printout of the filled-in online application after successful registration/application.
MarksMarks obtained in the qualifying examination must be mentioned in percentage.
CGPACandidates with CGPA must convert it into percentage according to their Board/University norms.
Incomplete ApplicationIncomplete or erroneous applications after the last date will be rejected.
CanvassingCanvassing of any kind will lead to disqualification.

17. SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Selection Process 2026

Selection will be carried out by shortlisting on the basis of academic merit through a walk-in process.
SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Selection Process 2026
Selection ComponentWeightage
Class 10 Examination30%
Degree/Diploma/ITI Examination70%
The applicable Degree/Diploma/ITI examination will depend upon the apprenticeship category.
Written Examination : No separate written examination is specified in the notification; the stated selection method is academic merit through walk-in.

18. Medical Fitness

Medical Fitness
FieldDetails
Medical RequirementSelected candidates must be declared medically fit as required under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Medical CertificateThe certificate must be issued by a Government Doctor.
Doctor's Registration NumberThe seal on the medical certificate should contain the medical registration number of the doctor.

19. Important Conditions

Important Conditions
FieldDetails
VacanciesVacancies displayed in the notification are indicative and may change.
AccommodationBhilai Steel Plant will not provide accommodation during the training. Apprentices must make their own arrangements.
Travel AllowanceBSP will not provide Travel Allowance to applicants.
Medical FitnessEngagement is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit.
Selection AuthorityManagement reserves the right to cancel the selection process and modify/fill vacancies depending on availability.
Regular EmploymentApprenticeship training does not create an obligation on BSP to offer regular employment during or after completion of the apprenticeship.
JoiningDate of joining and venue for selected candidates will be communicated through email.

20. Contact Details

Contact Details
FieldDetails
DepartmentL&D Office, Bhilai Steel Plant
Contact Number9407987793

22. Frequently Asked Questions

A total of 710 Apprentice Posts are available.

Official Notification