Rourkela Steel Plant Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 835 Apprentice Vacancies | ITI, Diploma, Degree Jobs

Role :

Apprentice

Location :

Rourkela, Odisha

JOB DESCRIPTION:

If you’re looking for the latest government apprenticeship opportunities, here’s excellent news. Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), a unit of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), has officially released the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for 835 Apprentice vacancies across ITI, Diploma, Degree, Nursing, Pharmacy, Arts, Commerce, Science, and various engineering disciplines. Eligible Indian candidates can apply online and participate in the walk-in selection process.
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RSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Rourkela Steel Plant (SAIL) |
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| Job Type | Government Apprentice Jobs |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Total Vacancies | 835 |
| Location | Rourkela, Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Merit + Walk-in Document Verification |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 August 2026 |

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Total Vacancies
Rourkela Steel Plant has announced:
421 ITI Trade Apprentice Vacancies
414 Graduate & Technician Apprentice Vacancies
Grand Total: 835 Vacancies

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Trade Apprentice Vacancies (ITI)
Major trades include:
Electrician
Fitter
COPA
Diesel Mechanic
Electronics Mechanic
Instrument Mechanic
Machinist
Turner
Welder
Tool & Die Maker
Mechanic Motor Vehicle
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
Technician Mechatronics
ICTSM
Manufacturing Process Control & Automation
AOCP
Central AC Plant Mechanic
LACP
Total ITI Vacancies: 421

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Graduate & Technician Apprentice Branches
Engineering disciplines include:
Mechanical
Electrical
Civil
Chemical
Computer Science
Information Technology
Electronics & Communication
Electronics & Telecommunication
Electronics & Instrumentation
Metallurgy
Production
Automobile
Ceramic Technology
EEE
Mechatronics
Non-Engineering disciplines:
BA
B.Sc
B.Com
BBA
BCA
B.Sc Nursing
GNM Nursing
Diploma in Pharmacy
DMLT
DRT
DXT
DOTT
Physiotherapy
Data Entry Operator (PGDCA)
Total Graduate/Diploma Vacancies: 414

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Selection Process

Selection will be based on academic merit:

30% weightage – Class 10 Marks
70% weightage – ITI / Diploma / Degree Marks

Shortlisted candidates must attend the walk-in document verification process.

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Required Documents

Candidates should carry:

Class 10 Certificate
Qualification Certificate
Aadhaar Card
Apprentice Registration Copy (NAPS/NATS)
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Medical Fitness Certificate
Institution Leaving Certificate
Bank Account Details (DBT Enabled)

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How to Apply

ITI Candidates

Degree/Diploma Candidates

Register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal and apply for Steel Authority of India Limited – Rourkela Steel Plant.

After successful online registration, eligible candidates must attend the walk-in process according to the official schedule.

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Important Dates

Notification Released: 17 July 2026
Last Date to Apply: 26 August 2026
Walk-in Process: 1 September 2026 to 26 September 2026 (as per trade/discipline schedule)

Education Required:

Candidates must have completed any of the following from a Government-recognized institution:
ITI
Diploma
Engineering Degree
BA
B.Sc
B.Com
BBA
BCA
Nursing
Pharmacy
Medical Diploma Courses
Other notified qualifications
Only regular candidates are eligible.

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Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age will be calculated as on 31 August 2026.
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of Odisha rules.

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Who Can Apply?
Candidates are eligible if they:
Passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026
Are Indian Citizens
Have not completed one year of apprenticeship earlier
Are not currently undergoing apprenticeship training

skills

Training Location
Rourkela Steel Plant, Rourkela, Sundargarh District, Odisha
Candidates must make their own accommodation arrangements during the apprenticeship period. No travel allowance will be provided.
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Why You Should Apply
Government PSU apprenticeship opportunity
835 vacancies across multiple streams
Open for ITI, Diploma, Degree and Non-Engineering graduates
Hands-on industrial experience at SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant
Monthly stipend up to ₹12,300
Merit-based selection without a written examination