SAIL Bhilai Steel Plant Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 710 Posts
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710
Trade Apprentice (ITI - Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Turner, COPA), Technician Apprentice (Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgy, Civil, Mining), Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgy, Mining, Civil, CS)
18 – 28 Yrs
as on 31 Oct 2026
₹7,700–₹9,000
View In-Hand SimulatorAbout this Recruitment
Steel Authority of India Limited has officially released the recruitment notification BSP/Apprentice/2026-27 for 710 Apprentice vacancies across India. Online applications are accepted from 01 October 2026 to 20 October 2026 at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/. The recruitment comprises 516 Trade Apprentices (ITI in Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Turner, and COPA), 100 Technician Apprentices (Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgy, Mining, Civil), and 94 Graduate Apprentices (B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering branches). Candidates aged 18 to 28 years as on 31 October 2026 are eligible to apply. Selection is based purely on merit derived from 30% marks of Class 10 plus 70% marks of the qualifying technical course, followed by walk-in document verification at HRDC, Bhilai Steel Plant, Chhattisgarh between 27 October and 21 November 2026.
✨ Copilot Highlights
- SAIL Bhilai Steel Plant has announced 710 Apprentice positions for the 2026–27 training batch.
- Comprehensive coverage across 516 ITI Trade Apprentices, 100 Diploma Technician Apprentices, and 94 Graduate Apprentices.
- Zero application fee for all categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, PwBD, and Women).
- No written test or interview; selection is strictly merit-based (30% 10th marks + 70% technical course marks).
- Stipend payable between ₹7,700 and ₹9,000 per month as per Government of India apprenticeship rules.
- Online application window closes on 20 October 2026; walk-in document verification runs from 27 October to 21 November 2026.
Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
28 Years
* Age calculated as on: 31 October 2026
Category-Wise Age Relaxations:
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Important Dates & Timeline
Notification Released
25 September 2026
Application Start Date
1 October 2026
Last Date to Apply
20 October 2026
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (ITI - Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Turner, COPA) | 516 | ITI |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgy, Civil, Mining) | 100 | DIPLOMA |
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgy, Mining, Civil, CS) | 94 | B TECH BE |
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator
Pay Level / Grade: Monthly consolidated stipend as prescribed under Central Apprenticeship Rules: ₹7,700–₹8,050 for ITI Trade Apprentices, ₹8,000 for Technician (Diploma) Apprentices, and ₹9,000 for Graduate Apprentices.
Official Pay Scale
Consolidated Stipend ₹7,700 – ₹9,000
₹13,356
/ month (take-home)Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.
Approx Annual Gross (CTC)
₹1.78 LPA
Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer
Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker
Stage 1: Merit Score Calculation
Exam Mode: Academic Merit Evaluation (No Written Test)
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Qualification Weightage (30% 10th + 70% Technical Qualification) | 0 | 100 |
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0 / 3 doneHow to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.
For Trade Apprentices (ITI): Register on the Apprenticeship India NAPS portal at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/.
For Technician & Graduate Apprentices: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal at https://nats.education.gov.in/.
Complete your 100% profile registration with personal, educational, bank details, and upload photograph and signature.
Navigate to 'Apprenticeship Opportunities' and search for Establishment Name: 'Bhilai Steel Plant, SAIL' or Establishment Code.
Select your relevant trade or engineering branch and click 'Apply for this Opportunity'.
Take a printout of the submitted apprentice profile application.
Gather original certificates and self-attested photocopies (10th marksheet, ITI/Diploma/Degree certificate, Aadhaar, Caste certificate, Medical fitness).
Attend the walk-in document verification at Room No. 123, HRDC, Bhilai Steel Plant, Bhilai (Chhattisgarh) between 27 October and 21 November 2026 as per the trade-wise schedule.
NAPS / NATS Candidate Profile Application Printout
Printed copy of the 100% completed profile with registration number
Class 10th (Matriculation) Certificate & Marksheet
Original and self-attested photocopy proving date of birth and secondary marks
ITI / Diploma / B.Tech Marksheets and Passing Certificate
Original and copies of all semesters marksheets and provisional/final degree
Caste / Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS)
Valid certificate in Central Government format
Aadhaar Card & Bank Passbook Copy
Aadhaar linked with bank account for direct benefit transfer of stipend
Medical Fitness Certificate
Issued by a Registered Medical Practitioner (MBBS) as per apprenticeship guidelines
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Application Fee Details
Payment Modes: No Application Fee (Free for all categories)
Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of vacancies in SAIL Bhilai Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 710 vacancies are notified: 516 for ITI Trade Apprentices, 100 for Technician (Diploma) Apprentices, and 94 for Graduate Engineering Apprentices.
What is the educational qualification required for SAIL Bhilai apprenticeships?
Trade Apprentices require Class 10th pass with ITI certificate in relevant trade; Technician Apprentices require a Diploma in Engineering; and Graduate Apprentices require a B.E./B.Tech degree in the relevant engineering branch.
What is the selection process for SAIL Bhilai Apprentice posts?
Selection is completely merit-based with no written exam or interview. Marks are evaluated giving 30% weightage to Class 10th scores and 70% weightage to ITI/Diploma/Degree scores, followed by physical document verification.
What is the monthly stipend for SAIL Bhilai Apprentices?
As per Apprentices Act norms, ITI Trade Apprentices receive ₹7,700 to ₹8,050 per month, Diploma Technician Apprentices receive ₹8,000 per month, and Graduate Apprentices receive ₹9,000 per month.
What is the application fee for SAIL Bhilai Apprentice 2026?
There is no application fee. Application is completely free of cost for all candidates.
What are the important dates for SAIL Bhilai Apprentice recruitment?
Online portal registration is open until 20 October 2026. Document verification will be conducted in person at HRDC, Bhilai Steel Plant, Chhattisgarh from 27 October 2026 to 21 November 2026.
Last Date to Apply
20 October 2026
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