Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has released the notification for the SAIL Apprentice Trainees for ITI, Graduate, and Diploma candidates. There are total of 1,110 posts will be filled by SAIL. Candidates who are waiting for SAIL Apprentice recruitment 2026 can apply the application form through official website. Candidates can check the official notification before apply for SAIL Apprenticeship.
SAIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Conducted Body | Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) |
| Name of the Posts | Apprenticeship |
| Training year | 2026–27 |
| No. of Post | 1,110 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | sailcareers.com |
SAIL Apprentice Vacancy Details
| ITI Apprentice | 421 | Have completed ITI in AOCP, COPA, Diesel Mechanic, Electrician, Fitter, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, MMV, RAC, Turner, Welder, etc. |
| Graduate Apprentice | 414 | Have Completed Graduation in BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, BBA, B.Sc Nursing, etc. |
| Diploma Apprentice | 275 | Have Completed three year diploma in Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical/Mechatronics, Metallurgy, IT, ECE, Automobile, Chemical, etc. |
SAIL Apprentice Stipend
| ITI Apprentice |
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| Diploma Apprentices | Rs. 10,900/month |
| Graduate Apprentices | Rs. 12,300/- |
SAIL Apprentice Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years (as on 31 August 2026)
- Age Relaxation will be applicable for all candidates as per SAIL Apprentice official notification.
SAIL Apprentice Selection Process
- The selection of the candidates to the recruitment of Apprentice post will be based on Class 10 marks (30% weightage) and ITI/Diploma/Degree marks (70% weightage). Check the full details from SAIL Apprentice official notification.
How to apply for SAIL Apprentice online
- Register on the NATS portal.
- Complete your profile/registration and obtain an approved NATS ID.
- Fill your educational qualification and and other details very carefully.
- Select your eligible trade or Apply for your passed-out branch/discipline appearing on the portal..
- Carry the required original documents along with one self-attested photocopy of each applicable document.
Important Date
| Starting Date of Application Form | 26 August 2026 | |
| Reporting time | 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM | |
Important Links
| SAIL Apprentice Registration Form | Application Form |
| SAIL Apprentice Official Notification | Download Notification |
SAIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: FAQ
Q. Can candidates who passed before 2022 apply for SAIL Apprentice?
Ans. Only candidates who passed the qualifying examination in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible.
Q. When will SAIL Apprentice Interview ?
Ans. The first walk-in date is 1 September 2026 for AOCP, COPA, Mechanic Diesel and Electrician trades and are scheduled separately up to 26 September 2026.