Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), a unit of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), has released its One Year Apprenticeship Training Programme notification for 2026-27, offering a total of 1,110 apprenticeship positions across Trade (ITI), Diploma, and Graduate/Technician disciplines. The engagement is conducted under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and is open to eligible Indian citizens across engineering, paramedical, and general disciplines. This article covers the complete vacancy breakup, eligibility, stipend, selection process, and the exact steps — including online registration and the walk-in schedule — to apply.
1. Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), a unit of SAIL |
| Department | Learning & Development (L&D) Department |
| Reference Number | L&D/Adv./APP/158 dated 17.07.2026 |
| Engagement Type | One Year Apprenticeship Training Programme (Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Training Year | 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,110 |
| Categories | Trade Apprentices (ITI) – 421; Graduate/Technician Apprentices (Diploma & Degree) – 689 |
| Mode of Application | Online registration (via government apprenticeship portals) followed by walk-in |
This is a training engagement, not a regular job offer — RSP has explicitly stated it carries no obligation to provide permanent employment during or after the apprenticeship period.
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification release date | 17 July 2026 |
| Last date to apply on the respective portal (Apprenticeship India / NATS) | 26 August 2026 |
| Age reckoning date | 31 August 2026 |
| Walk-in schedule (Batch 1: AOCP, COPA, Mechanic Diesel, Electrician) | 1 – 3 September 2026 |
| Walk-in schedule (Batch 2: Fitter, Tool & Die, Electronics Mech., Inst. Mechanic, LACP) | 4 – 8 September 2026 (except 6 September) |
| Walk-in schedule (Batch 3: Machinist, MMV, RAC, Turner, Welder) | 9 – 11 September 2026 |
| Walk-in schedule (Batch 4: ICTSM, Central AC Mechanic, Tech. Mechatronics, MPC & Automation) | 12 – 15 September 2026 (except 13 September) |
| Walk-in schedule (Batch 5: Ceramic, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, EEE, Electrical) | 16 – 18 September 2026 |
| Walk-in schedule (Batch 6: Mechanical, Mechatronics, Metallurgy, IT, Automobile) | 19 – 22 September 2026 (except 20 September) |
| Walk-in schedule (Batch 7: ECE, E&I, Production, BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, BBA, B.Sc. Nursing, GNM, Physiotherapy, DMLT, DRT, DXT, DOTT, DEO, D.Pharma) | 23 – 26 September 2026 |
| Walk-in reporting time (all batches) | 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM |
3. Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 1,110 (Trade Apprentices: 421 + Graduate/Technician Apprentices: 689)
A. Trade Apprentices (ITI) — Total: 421
| Trade | Vacancies | Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| AOCP | 10 | Machinist | 10 |
| COPA | 56 | Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 10 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 10 | Mechanic Refrigeration & AC | 10 |
| Electrician | 100 | Turner | 15 |
| Fitter | 100 | Welder | 15 |
| Tool & Die Maker | 10 | ICTSM | 10 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 15 | Central AC Plant Mechanic | 10 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 10 | Technician Mechatronics | 10 |
| LACP | 10 | Manufacturing Process Control & Automation | 10 |
B. Graduate/Technician Apprentices (Diploma & Degree) — Total: 689
| Branch/Discipline | Diploma | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| Ceramic Technology | 5 | 5 |
| Chemical | 10 | 10 |
| Civil | 40 | 10 |
| Computer Science | 15 | 10 |
| EEE | 5 | 10 |
| Electrical | 90 | 15 |
| Mechanical/Mechatronics | 90 | 30 |
| Metallurgy | 20 | 10 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 20 | 10 |
| Information Technology | 25 | 10 |
| Automobile | 10 | 10 |
| Electronics & Communication | 10 | 10 |
| Electronics & Instrumentation | – | 10 |
| Production | – | 10 |
| Bachelor in Arts (BA) | – | 40 |
| Bachelor in Science (B.Sc) | – | 15 |
| Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) | – | 10 |
| Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) | – | 10 |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | – | 10 |
| B.Sc Nursing | – | 20 |
| Diploma in Nursing (GNM) | 40 | – |
| Diploma in Physiotherapy (DP) | 4 | – |
| Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) | 6 | – |
| Diploma in Radiological Technology (DRT) | 4 | – |
| Diploma in X-ray Technology (DXT) | 10 | – |
| Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology (DOTT) | 4 | – |
| Data Entry Operator (PGDCA) | 10 | – |
| Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharma) | 6 | – |
(Official column totals: Diploma – 414, Degree – 275. The above is a best-effort reconstruction from the official notification; since the source table is complex, candidates should cross-check the exact per-discipline figures in the official PDF before applying.)
- Vacancies displayed are indicative and may be changed at any time at RSP’s discretion.
4. Eligibility Criteria
- Only candidates who completed their qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible — correspondence/private candidates are not eligible.
- Candidates must have passed their qualifying examination within the last five years: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026.
- Candidates who have appeared for the qualifying exam but whose results are not yet declared as of the last date of application are not eligible.
- Candidates who have already undergone, or are currently undergoing, apprenticeship training under any establishment, or who have one year or more of job experience, are not eligible.
Age Limit:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 28 years, as on 31 August 2026
Reservation: As per the guidelines of the Government of Odisha, with applicable age relaxation for reserved categories.
5. Selection Process
Selection is based purely on academic merit through a walk-in process — there is no written exam or interview.
- 30% weightage is given to marks secured in the Class 10th (Matriculation) examination.
- 70% weightage is given to marks secured in the Degree/Diploma/ITI qualifying examination, as applicable.
- Candidates with CGPA-based results must convert CGPA to percentage as per their board/university norms; this conversion may be verified at the time of document verification.
- Shortlisting depends on the number of vacancies available in each category and discipline.
6. Stipend Structure
| Apprentice Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentices (ITI) — most trades | ₹10,560 per month |
| Trade Apprentices — COPA & Welder trades | ₹9,600 per month |
| Graduate Apprentices (Degree) | ₹12,300 per month |
| Technician Apprentices (Diploma) | ₹10,900 per month |
- Stipend for Graduate/Diploma Apprentices is shared 50% by RSP and 50% by the Board of Practical Training (BOPT), disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
- Stipend amounts are as prescribed by MSDE (Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship), Government of India, and are subject to applicable revisions.
- RSP does not provide accommodation or Travel Allowance (TA) to apprentices — candidates must make their own arrangements.
7. Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification for this apprenticeship engagement.
8. How to Apply
Applying involves two steps: online registration on the relevant government portal, followed by a mandatory in-person walk-in for document verification.
Step 1 — Online Registration & Application
For Trade (ITI) Apprentices:
- Register on apprenticeshipindia.org as a candidate.
- Log in to the portal, go to “Apprenticeship Opportunity”, and search by Establishment Name: “SAIL ROURKELA STEEL PLANT.”
- Apply for your prescribed trade against the notified vacancies. Applications will not be accepted without portal registration.
For Graduate/Diploma Apprentices:
- Register as a student on nats.education.gov.in (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal).
- Log in, go to “Establishment Requests”, then click “Find Establishments.”
- Select “Steel Authority of India Limited, Rourkela Steel Plant” and apply under your passed-out engineering/other branch.
Important requirements before registering:
- You must have an active email ID and mobile number, valid for at least the next one year — all future communication happens only through email.
- Your bank account must be DBT-enabled with KYC verified.
- Double-check all details before final submission, as you are solely responsible for the accuracy of information provided.
- Take a printout of your submitted application for future reference.
Step 2 — Walk-In for Document Verification
After applying online, eligible candidates must walk in as per the trade/discipline-wise schedule (see Important Dates section above), at:
Central Recreation Room, Trainees’ Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela – 769002, District: Sundargarh (Odisha) Reporting Time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Documents required at the time of walk-in:
- Original Institution Leaving Certificate (retained by RSP until completion of training)
- Self-attested copy of Matriculation certificate (for DOB verification)
- Self-attested copy of Provisional Pass Certificate
- Self-attested copy of SC/ST/OBC/PH Certificate, if applicable
- Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card/Passbook (e-KYC validation mandatory)
- Medical Fitness Certificate from a Government Hospital
- Apprentice Registration copy from the NAPS/NATS portal
Last date to apply on the respective portal: 26 August 2026. Incomplete or erroneous applications submitted after this date will be rejected without further communication.
9. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many total vacancies are there in SAIL RSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
1,110 vacancies — 421 for Trade (ITI) Apprentices and 689 for Graduate/Technician Apprentices (Diploma and Degree combined).
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
26 August 2026, on the respective online portal (Apprenticeship India for Trade apprentices, NATS for Graduate/Diploma apprentices).
Q3. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Minimum 18 years and maximum 28 years, as on 31 August 2026.
Q4. Is there a written exam for selection?
No. Selection is based purely on academic merit — 30% weightage to Class 10th marks and 70% weightage to Degree/Diploma/ITI marks — followed by a walk-in for document verification.
Q5. What stipend will apprentices receive?
₹10,560/month for most ITI trades (₹9,600/month for COPA and Welder), ₹12,300/month for Graduate Apprentices, and ₹10,900/month for Diploma/Technician Apprentices.
Q6. Do I need to register on a government portal before applying to RSP?
Yes. Trade apprentices must register on apprenticeshipindia.org, and Graduate/Diploma apprentices must register on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in), before applying to RSP specifically.
Q7. Does this apprenticeship guarantee a permanent job at RSP/SAIL?
No. RSP has explicitly stated it has no obligation to offer regular employment during or after the apprenticeship training.
Q8. Will RSP provide accommodation or travel allowance?
No. RSP does not provide accommodation or Travel Allowance — candidates must make their own arrangements.
Q9. What documents are required at the walk-in stage?
Original Institution Leaving Certificate, self-attested Matriculation certificate, Provisional Pass Certificate, category certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card/passbook, medical fitness certificate from a government hospital, and NAPS/NATS registration proof.
Q10. Where is the walk-in held?
At the Central Recreation Room, Trainees’ Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela – 769002, District Sundargarh, Odisha, between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM on the dates assigned to each trade/discipline.
10. Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification – SAIL RSP Apprentice Engagement 2026-27 | Download PDF |
| Trade Apprentice Registration Portal | apprenticeshipindia.org |
| Graduate/Diploma Apprentice Registration Portal (NATS) | nats.education.gov.in |
| Helpline (L&D Office) | Mobile: 8895501000 |
Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification carefully, verify the exact discipline-wise vacancy numbers before applying, and complete both online registration and the walk-in verification within the notified schedule, since incomplete applications after the last date will not be entertained.
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