Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Bhilai Steel Plant
Quick Summary
SAIL Bhilai Steel Plant invites online applications for 710 Trade, Graduate, and Technician Apprentice positions under the Apprenticeship Act 1961. Candidates with ITI NCVT/SCVT, Diploma, or B.Tech can apply online without any examination fee until 20 October 2026.
Job Location
Chhattisgarh
Salary / Pay Scale
Monthly Stipend of ₹7,700 – ₹9,000/- as per Apprenticeship Rules
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About SAIL Bhilai Steel Plant Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Bhilai Steel Plant, a premier Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise, has issued employment advertisement BSP/APPR/2026/01. Applications are invited for the engagement of 710 Trade, Graduate, and Technician Apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act 1961. Eligible candidates possessing ITI NCVT/SCVT, Diploma, or Engineering Degrees can apply online. The application window opened on and closes on .
Key Highlights
- Organization: Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Bhilai Steel Plant.
- Total Vacancies: 710 Apprentice Seats (580 ITI Trade + 70 Graduate + 60 Technician Diploma).
- Application Deadline: Closes on .
- Selection Mode: Purely merit-based on ITI / Diploma / Degree marks (No written examination).
- Application Fee: 100% Free (₹0 for all categories).
SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Overview
| Key Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Enterprise Name | SAIL - Bhilai Steel Plant, Chhattisgarh |
| Training Type | One-Year Apprenticeship Training |
| Total Seats | 710 Seats |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹7,700 – ₹9,000/- per month as per Apprenticeship Rules |
| Job Location | Bhilai, Durg District, Chhattisgarh |
| Official Portals | NAPS Portal | sail.co.in |
Trade-Wise Seat Breakup
| Trade Designation | Apprentice Type | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Turner | ITI Trade Apprentice | 580 |
| Mechanical, Electrical, Mining, Metallurgy, Civil | Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) | 70 |
| Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgy | Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 60 |
| Consolidated Apprentice Seats | 710 | |
Educational Qualification & Age Limit
- Trade Apprentice: 10th Class passed + ITI pass certificate in respective trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute.
- Graduate Apprentice: 4-Year B.E. / B.Tech in relevant branch of engineering.
- Technician Apprentice: 3-Year State Board Diploma in relevant branch of engineering.
- Age Limit: 18 to 28 years as on (Relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, 10 years for PwD).
How to Apply Online for SAIL Bhilai Apprentice
- For ITI Trade Apprentice, register on the NAPS portal: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- For Graduate/Diploma Apprentice, register on the NATS portal: nats.education.gov.in.
- Search for Establishment: Steel Authority of India Limited, Bhilai Steel Plant.
- Apply for your respective trade opportunity before .
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for document verification in Bhilai.
Eligibility Criteria
Selection Process
Age Limit (Calculated as on Notification)
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Turner) | 580 | 10th Pass + ITI Pass Certificate in respective trade |
| Graduate Apprentice (Mechanical, Electrical, Mining, Metallurgy, Civil) | 70 | 4-Year B.E. / B.Tech in relevant branch of engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 60 | 3-Year Polytechnic Diploma in relevant branch of engineering |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Recruitment?
Ans: The last date to register online is 20 October 2026.
Q: Is there any written test for SAIL Apprentice?
Ans: No, selection is 100% merit-based on marks obtained in ITI / Diploma / Degree.
Q: What is the application fee?
Ans: Nil (₹0 for all categories).
Q: Where should candidates apply?
Ans: Through the official NAPS portal for ITI trades and NATS portal for Diploma/Degree holders.
How to Fill Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Bhilai Steel Plant Online Form 2026
- Candidate can apply between the specified dates in the notification.
- Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Bhilai Steel Plant.
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document - Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form - Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All Column Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.