SAIL BSP Apprentice 2026 : Apply for 710 Trainee Posts

Steel Authority of India Limited, Bhilai Steel Plant, has invited online applications for 710 Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentice posts. Eligible ITI, Diploma, and Degree holders can apply online before 31 October 2026.

SAIL Bhilai Steel Plant Apprentice Overview

Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), a Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise, has issued recruitment notification for 710 apprenticeship positions at Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) in Chhattisgarh. This one-year apprenticeship training program offers hands-on industrial experience in modern integrated steelmaking.

The program provides monthly stipends as per the Apprenticeship Act rules. Trainees will gain comprehensive plant exposure across blast furnaces, steel melting shops, rolling mills, and quality control laboratories. Applications must be submitted through the official government apprenticeship portals.

Important Dates Schedule

Key dates for SAIL Bhilai Steel Plant apprentice recruitment 2026:

• Online Application Starting Date: 1 October 2026

• Online Application Closing Date: 31 October 2026 (23:59 Hrs)

• Shortlisted Merit List Announcement: Second week of November 2026

• Document Verification Schedule: Late November 2026

• Commencement of Apprenticeship Training: December 2026

Apprentice Vacancies by Stream

The 710 vacancies are distributed across three categories:

• Trade (ITI) Apprentice: 520 Posts (Fitter, Electrician, Machinist, Welder, Turner, Diesel Mechanic, COPA).

• Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: 120 Posts (Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgy, Civil, Electronics).

• Graduate (Engineering) Apprentice: 70 Posts (Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgical, Chemical, Computer Science).

Category reservations for SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD follow Chhattisgarh state reservation rosters.

Eligibility Criteria and Age Limit

Candidates must meet these criteria as on 1 October 2026:

• Trade Apprentice: Passed ITI in the relevant designated trade from a recognized NCVT or SCVT institute.

• Technician Apprentice: Passed 3-year Diploma in Engineering from an AICTE recognized institution.

• Graduate Apprentice: Passed 4-year Bachelor Degree in Engineering (B.E. or B.Tech) from a recognized university.

• Passing Year Requirement: Candidates must have passed their qualifying examination in 2023, 2024, or 2025.

• Age Limit: 18 to 28 years as on 1 October 2026 (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC applicants).

Stipend and Application Fee

Financial and fee norms for the 2026 training cycle:

• Trade Apprentice Stipend: Rs. 8,050 per month.

• Technician Apprentice Stipend: Rs. 9,000 per month.

• Graduate Apprentice Stipend: Rs. 10,500 per month.

• Application Fee: Nil. Registration on apprenticeship portals is completely free.

Selection Process Stages

Selection is transparent and merit-based:

1. Academic Merit Evaluation: Purely based on percentage of marks obtained in ITI, Diploma, or Engineering Degree.

2. Tie-Breaking Criteria: Higher age candidate given preference in case of identical percentage scores.

3. Document Verification: Original certificates and identity cards verified at BSP training centre, Bhilai.

4. Medical Fitness Test: Standard pre-engagement medical examination conducted by SAIL doctors.

Step-by-Step Online Application Guide

Apply through the designated National Apprenticeship portals:

1. For ITI Candidates: Register on the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.

2. For Diploma & Degree Candidates: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal at nats.education.gov.in.

3. Complete your profile and e-KYC verification using your Aadhaar number.

4. Navigate to Apprenticeship Opportunities and search for Establishment Name: 'Steel Authority of India Limited, Bhilai Steel Plant'.

5. Click on Apply for the trade matching your qualification before 31 October 2026.

6. Note your application reference number for merit list tracking.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the last date to apply for SAIL Bhilai Apprentice 2026?

A: The closing date to submit online applications is 31 October 2026.

Q: Is there any written examination for SAIL BSP apprenticeship?

A: No written exam is conducted. Selection is done purely on academic merit marks.

Q: What is the monthly stipend for Graduate Apprentices in SAIL?

A: Graduate Apprentices receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 10,500 during the one-year training.