Apply online for the SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Steel Authority of India Limited offers 710 Graduate, Diploma & ITI Apprentice posts. Check eligibility and the walk-in schedule.
About SAIL:
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) is one of the largest government-owned steel producers in India. As a ‘Maharatna’ Central Public Sector Enterprise, the company is traded on the NSE and BSE (Ticker: SAIL) with a market cap of about ₹67,344 crore.
SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
| Organization Name | Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) |
| Post Name | Graduate/ Diploma/ Trade Apprentices |
| Salary | 9,600 – 12,300/Month* |
| Experience | Freshers |
| Job Location | Bhilai, Chhattisgarh |
| Total Vacancies | 710 Posts |
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Last Date to Register | 20th October 2026 |
| Walk-in Date | 27 October – 21 November 2026 |
| Website | https://sail.co.in/ |
SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment Eligibility Criteria:
Trade Apprentices: ITI passed out in the respective trade from a government-recognized institute.
Graduate/ Technician Apprentices: Degree/ Diploma in the respective disciplines of Engineering from a Govt. recognized Institute/ University.
- Only candidates who completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible.
- Candidates must have passed the qualifying examination in the last five years – 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026.
- Candidates who have appeared for the qualifying exam but whose results are not declared as on the last date of application are not eligible.
- Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training at any establishment, or who have one year or more of job experience, are not eligible
Age Limit:
- Minimum age is 18 years, and Maximum age is 28 years as of 31st October, 2026
Total Vacancies: 710 Posts
| Trade Apprentices | |
|---|---|
| Trade | Vacancy |
| Electrician | 95 |
| Fitter | 80 |
| Multimedia and Animation Special Effects | 9 |
| Technician Mechatronics | 20 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 20 |
| Manufacturing Process Control & Automation | 25 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 35 |
| Machinist | 25 |
| Turner | 15 |
| Welder | 15 |
| ICTSM | 15 |
| AOCP | 15 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 15 |
| Tool & Die Maker | 10 |
| LACP | 10 |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 10 |
| Mechanic Refrigeration & AC | 20 |
| Central AC Plant Mechanic | 16 |
| Woodwork Technician | 10 |
| Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (Hindi) | 10 |
| Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (English) | 10 |
| Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician | 10 |
| Hospital Housekeeping (HHK) | 6 |
| Mason | 10 |
| Information Technology (IT) | 10 |
| Total | 516 |
| Graduate/ Technician Apprentices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Branch/ Discipline | Diploma Vacancy | Degree Vacancy |
| Ceramic Technology | 2 | 2 |
| Chemical | 2 | 2 |
| Civil | 10 | 5 |
| Computer Science | 5 | 2 |
| EEE | 5 | 2 |
| Electrical | 10 | 2 |
| Mechanical/Mechatronics | 10 | 2 |
| Metallurgy | 20 | 5 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 10 | 2 |
| Information Technology | 5 | 2 |
| Automobile | 5 | 2 |
| Electronics & Communication | 8 | 2 |
| Electronics & Instrumentation | – | 5 |
| Production | – | 5 |
| Bachelor of Arts (BA) | – | 5 |
| Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) | – | 3 |
| Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) | – | 5 |
| Bachelor of Comp. Application (BCA) | – | 5 |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | – | 5 |
| B.Sc Nursing | – | 5 |
| Diploma in Nursing (GNM) | 5 | – |
| Diploma in Physiotherapy (DP) | 5 | – |
| Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) | 5 | – |
| Diploma in Radiological Technology (DRT) | 5 | – |
| Diploma in X-ray Technology (DXT) | 5 | – |
| Diploma in Operating Theatre Technology (DOTT) | 2 | – |
| Data Entry Operator (PGDCA) DEO | – | 2 |
| Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharm.) DP | 5 | – |
| Total | 124 | 70 |
SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment- Stipend :
- Trade Apprentice: Rs. 9600/per month or as per the prescribed rates by MSDE, GoI
- Graduate/ Technician Apprentice: Rs.12,300/-per month(for Graduate App.) and Rs. 10,900/- (for Diploma App.) or as per prescribed rates by MSDE, GoI (50% of stipend paid by BSP & 50% from BOPT Under DBT Mode)
Selection Process for SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment:
- Candidates are shortlisted on academic merit through the walk-in process using a weighted formula: 30% weightage to Class X marks and 70% weightage to Degree/Diploma/ITI examination marks, as applicable.
Application fee:
- No Application Fee
How to Apply for SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Before you go to the walk-in venue, you must complete your registration on the government portal that matches your qualifications
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For ITI (Trade) Apprentices:
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Go to the
Apprenticeship India Portal -
Register as a candidate and log into your account.
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Navigate to the “Apprenticeship Opportunity” section.
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Search for the establishment name: “SAIL Bhilai Steel Plant”.
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Find your specific trade and click “Apply”.
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For Degree/Diploma Apprentices:
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Go to the
National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) Portal -
Register as a student and log into your portal.
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Go to “Establishment Requests” and click “Find Establishments”.
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Search for and select “Steel Authority of India Limited, Bhilai Steel Plant”.
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Apply for the position matching your educational branch
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Once you have successfully applied through the online portal, print out your registration profile/application confirmation and may walk-in as per the schedule mentioned below:
| S. No. | Walk-in Date | Trades/Branch | Reporting Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 Oct- 29 Oct 2026 | Electrician, Multimedia & Animation Special Effects, Fitter | 9.30 am to 10.30 am |
| 2 | 30 Oct- 2 Nov 2026 (Except 1 Nov 2026) | Woodwork Technician, HHK, Mason, Instrument Mechanic, Mechatronics Technician, Electronics Mechanic | |
| 3 | 3 Nov- 5 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing Process Control & Automation, Machinist, Turner, Welder, AOCP, Diesel Mechanic | |
| 4 | 6 Nov- 9 Nov 2026 (Except 8 Nov 2026) | ICTSM, Tool & Die Maker, LACP, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Refrigeration & AC, Central AC Plant Mechanic | |
| 5 | 10 Nov- 12 Nov 2026 | Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician, Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (Hindi), Information Technology, Ceramic Technology, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science | |
| 6 | 13 Nov- 16 Nov 2026 (Except 15 Nov 2026) | EEE, Electrical, Mechanical/Mechatronics, Metallurgy, Electronics & Telecommunication, Automobile, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation | |
| 7 | 17 Nov- 21 Nov 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 |
Walk-in Address AT: Room No. 123, HRDC Bhilai Steel Plant, Chhattisgarh 490001
Documents Required for SAIL Apprentice Recruitment :
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Self-attested copy of Matriculation certificate (for Date of Birth verification)
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Self-attested copy of Provisional Pass Certificate
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Self-attested copy of SC/ST/OBC/PH Certificate
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Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card or Passbook (e-KYC validation is mandatory)
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Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a Government Hospital
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Apprentice Registration copy from the NAPS/NATS Portal
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Frequently Asked Questions for SAIL BSP Recruitment 2026:
1. What is the total number of vacancies for the SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are 710 total vacancies for the 2026-27 batch, comprising 516 Trade (ITI) Apprentices, 124 Technician (Diploma) Apprentices, and 70 Graduate Apprentices.
2. What is the deadline to submit the online application?
The last date to register and apply on the respective portals is October 20, 2026.
3. What are the age limit criteria for applicants?
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and not more than 28 years old as of October 31, 2026. Applicable age relaxations follow the Government of Chhattisgarh guidelines.
4. Are final-year students waiting for their results eligible?
No. Candidates whose final results have not been declared or are unavailable by the application deadline (October 20, 2026) cannot apply.
5. What is the monthly stipend for the apprentices?
The monthly stipends are ₹9,600 for Trade (ITI) Apprentices, ₹10,900 for Technician (Diploma) Apprentices, and ₹12,300 for Graduate Apprentices.
6. How does the selection process work?
There is no written test. Selection is entirely merit-based through a walk-in process. Academic merit is calculated by assigning a 30% weightage to Class-X marks and a 70% weightage to the Degree, Diploma, or ITI marks.
7. Where and when will the walk-in interviews take place?
Walk-in document verification will be held at Room No. 123, HRDC Bhilai Steel Plant, Chhattisgarh 490001, between October 27 and November 21, 2026. Specific dates vary by trade, with a daily reporting time of 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
8. Where do I need to register before applying?
Trade (ITI) candidates must register on the Apprenticeship India portal, while Graduate and Diploma candidates must register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal before attending the walk-in.
