SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has been announced by Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP), for 710 Apprentice training vacancies for the 2026–27 session.
The vacancies include 516 Trade Apprentice posts for ITI candidates and 194 Graduate/Diploma Apprentice posts across various technical and non-technical disciplines.
Eligible candidates must first register and apply through the prescribed Apprenticeship India or NATS portal by 20 October 2026, followed by a walk-in process from 27 October to 21 November 2026 according to their trade or branch schedule. Selection is based on academic merit, with no separate written examination, and candidates should note that this is an apprenticeship training opportunity under the Apprentices Act, 1961, not a permanent SAIL job.
SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
710 Apprentice Vacancies at Bhilai Steel Plant | Register Online by 20 October 2026, Walk-in 27 Oct – 21 Nov 2026
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| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) |
| Department | HR – Learning & Development (L&D) Department |
| Engagement Type | Apprentice, under Apprentice Act, 1961 — Not a Job |
| Post Names | Trade Apprentice (ITI), Technician (Diploma) Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 710 (516 ITI Trade + 194 Graduate/Diploma) |
| Training Year | 2026–27 |
| Application Mode | Online Registration + Walk-in |
| Last Date for Portal Registration | 20 October 2026 |
| Walk-in Dates | 27 October 2026 to 21 November 2026 |
| Walk-in Venue | Room No. 123, HRDC Bhilai Steel Plant, Chhattisgarh 490001 |
| Official Website | sail.co.in |
About This Recruitment
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) has released the SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for the engagement of Trade Apprentices (ITI), Technician (Diploma) Apprentices, and Graduate Apprentices for the year 2026-27, under the Apprentice Act, 1961. A total of 710 vacancies are available — 516 Trade Apprentices (ITI) and 194 Graduate/Diploma Apprentices. This programme gives candidates hands-on experience and practical knowledge in a professional steel-plant environment, helping them build skills and improve career prospects. Eligible candidates must register online on the prescribed government portals and then appear for a walk-in process as per the published schedule.
Very Important: This is an apprenticeship (training) under the Apprentice Act, 1961 — it is NOT a permanent job at SAIL/BSP. Candidates should apply with the correct expectation that this is a skill-building training opportunity.
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply on Portal | 20 October 2026 |
| Walk-in Dates | 27 October 2026 to 21 November 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 31 October 2026 |
| Joining Date | To Be Intimated Through Email |
Trade/Branch-Wise Walk-in Schedule 2026
| Walk-in Date | Trades / Branches | Reporting Time |
| 27.10.2026 – 29.10.2026 | Electrician, Multimedia & Animation Special Effects, Fitter | 9:30–10:30 AM |
| 30.10.2026 – 02.11.2026 (except 01.11.2026) | Woodwork Technician, HHK, Mason, Instrument Mechanic, Technician Mechatronics, Electronics Mechanic | 9:30–10:30 AM |
| 03.11.2026 – 05.11.2026 | Manufacturing Process Control & Automation, Machinist, Turner, Welder, AOCP, Diesel Mechanic | 9:30–10:30 AM |
| 06.11.2026 – 09.11.2026 (except 08.11.2026) | ICTSM, Tool & Die Maker, LACP, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Refrigeration & AC, Central AC Plant Mechanic | 9:30–10:30 AM |
| 10.11.2026 – 12.11.2026 | Refrigeration & AC Technician, Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (Hindi), IT, Ceramic Technology, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science | 9:30–10:30 AM |
| 13.11.2026 – 16.11.2026 (except 15.11.2026) | EEE, Electrical, Mechanical/Mechatronics, Metallurgy, Electronics & Telecommunication, Automobile, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation | 9:30–10:30 AM |
| 17.11.2026 – 21.11.2026 | Production, B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., BCA, BBA, B.Sc. Nursing, GNM, Diploma in Physiotherapy, DMLT, DRT, DXT, DOTT, DEO, Diploma in Pharmacy | 9:30–10:30 AM |
Important: Walk-in Venue: Room No 123, HRDC Bhilai Steel Plant, Chhattisgarh 490001. Make sure you come on the correct date assigned to your trade/branch — reaching on the wrong day may mean you cannot be considered.
Age Limit (As on 31.10.2026)
Minimum Age: 18 Years | Maximum Age: 28 Years
Reservation as per the guidelines of Government of Chhattisgarh shall be followed, with applicable age relaxation for reserved categories.
Eligibility Conditions 2026
- Only candidates who completed their qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible to apply
- Only candidates who passed the qualifying examination in the last 5 years (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026) are eligible
- Candidates who have appeared for the qualifying exam but whose results are NOT declared/available as on the last date of application are NOT eligible
- Candidates who have already undergone, or are currently undergoing, apprenticeship training under any establishment, or who have job experience of ONE year or more, are NOT eligible
A. Trade Apprentices (ITI) — Total 516
| Trade | Vacancy | Trade | Vacancy |
| Electrician | 95 | Tool & Die Maker | 10 |
| Fitter | 80 | LACP | 10 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 35 | Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 10 |
| Manufacturing Process Control & Automation | 25 | Mechanic Refrigeration & AC | 20 |
| Machinist | 25 | Central AC Plant Mechanic | 16 |
| Technician Mechatronics | 20 | Wood Work Technician | 10 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 20 | Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (Hindi) | 10 |
| Turner | 15 | Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (English) | 10 |
| Welder | 15 | Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician | 10 |
| ICTSM | 15 | Mason | 10 |
| AOCP | 15 | Information Technology (IT) | 10 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 15 | Multimedia & Animation Special Effects | 09 |
| Hospital House Keeping (HHK) | 06 | Total (ITI) | 516 |
B. Graduate/Diploma Apprentices — Total 194
| Branch/Discipline | Diploma | Degree |
| Metallurgy | 20 | 05 |
| Civil | 10 | 05 |
| Electrical | 10 | 02 |
| Mechanical/Mechatronics | 10 | 02 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 10 | 02 |
| Electronics & Communication | 08 | 02 |
| Computer Science | 05 | 02 |
| EEE | 05 | 02 |
| Information Technology | 05 | 02 |
| Automobile | 05 | 02 |
| Ceramic Technology | 02 | 02 |
| Chemical | 02 | 02 |
| Electronics & Instrumentation | – | 05 |
| Production | – | 05 |
| B.A. / B.Com. / BCA / BBA | – | 05 Each |
| B.Sc. / B.Sc. Nursing | – | 03 / 05 |
| GNM / Physiotherapy / DMLT / DRT / DXT (Diploma) | 05 Each | – |
| DOTT / DEO (PGDCA) / Diploma in Pharmacy | 02 / 05 | 02 |
| Total | 124 | 70 |
Note: This table shows the main disciplines and their slot counts. For the complete official breakdown of every branch, refer to the official notification PDF.
Registration Portals — Before You Apply
| Apprentice Type | Registration Portal |
| Trade Apprentices (ITI) | apprenticeshipindia.org |
| Graduate / Diploma Apprentices | nats.education.gov.in (NATS) |
Before registering, make sure:
- You have an active Email ID and Mobile Number valid for at least the next one year — all future communication is only by email
- You check the correctness of all information before final submission
- Your bank account is DBT-enabled with KYC verified
- You are wholly responsible for the information provided in your online registration
- You take a printout of the filled-in application for future reference
How to Apply for SAIL BSP Apprentice 2026
A) For ITI (Trade Apprentices):
- Register on apprenticeshipindia.org
- Log in to the home page as a candidate
- Go to “Apprenticeship Opportunity”
- Click “Search by Establishments Name” and search for “SAIL BHILAI STEEL PLANT”
- Apply for your trade against the vacancy shown on the portal
B) For Degree/Diploma (Graduate/Technician Apprentices):
- Register as a student on nats.education.gov.in
- Log in to the home page of the NATS portal as a candidate
- Go to “Establishment Requests,” then click “Find Establishments”
- Select “Steel Authority of India Limited, Bhilai Steel Plant”
- Apply in your passed-out branch of engineering/discipline shown on the portal
Important: The application will NOT be accepted without registration and applying on the portal first. After applying successfully, eligible candidates who meet the notified criteria must then walk-in as per the published schedule. Last date to apply on the respective portal: 20 October 2026.
Documents Required at the Time of Walk-in
- Self-attested copy of Matriculation Certificate (for DOB verification)
- Self-attested copy of Provisional Pass Certificate
- Self-attested copy of SC/ST/OBC/PH Certificate, if applicable
- Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card/Passbook (e-KYC validation mandatory)
- Medical Fitness Certificate from a Government Hospital
- Apprentice Registration copy from the NAPS/NATS Portal
Note: Keep both originals and self-attested photocopies ready, and carry everything to the walk-in venue on your scheduled date.
Selection Process 2026
Depending on the vacancies available in various categories and disciplines, selection is carried out by shortlisting on the basis of academic merit through the walk-in process, with the following weightage:
| Component | Weightage |
| Class-X (Matriculation) Examination Marks | 30% |
| Degree / Diploma / ITI Examination Marks (as applicable) | 70% |
Note: There is no separate written exam — selection is purely merit-based using this weighted formula, applied during the walk-in on your document verification date.
SAIL BSP Apprentice Stipend 2026
| Apprentice Type | Stipend Per Month |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | ₹9,600/- (or as per MSDE, GoI rates) |
| Diploma Apprentice | ₹10,900/- |
| Graduate Apprentice | ₹12,300/- |
Note: For Graduate/Diploma Apprentices, 50% of the stipend is paid by BSP and 50% by the Board of Practical Training (BOPT) under DBT mode.
Why Consider This Apprenticeship?
- A large number of vacancies (710) across many ITI trades and graduate/diploma disciplines, including streams like Nursing, Pharmacy, Computer Science, and general degree holders (B.A./B.Sc./B.Com.)
- Hands-on training at one of India’s major integrated steel plants, strengthening your resume for future PSU/technical recruitment
- No written exam — selection is straightforward, based on your existing academic marks (Class 10 + Degree/Diploma/ITI)
- Both engineering and non-engineering graduates (Nursing, Pharmacy, Arts, Commerce, BBA, BCA) have dedicated slots, widening the opportunity to many backgrounds
- Keep in mind: this is training under the Apprentice Act, 1961, not a permanent SAIL job — continue preparing for other ITI/PSU/Railway exams alongside this apprenticeship
important links |
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| Register (ITI Trade Apprentices) | click here |
| Register (Graduate/Diploma Apprentices) | click here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | click here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are announced for SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 710 vacancies — 516 Trade Apprentices (ITI) and 194 Graduate/Diploma Apprentices.
Q2. What is the application mode for SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Applications are accepted through online registration on the respective government portals (apprenticeshipindia.org for ITI; nats.education.gov.in for Degree/Diploma), followed by a walk-in process.
Q3. When is the last date to apply for SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply on the respective portal is 20 October 2026.
Q4. What is the age limit for SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The age limit is 18 to 28 years as on 31 October 2026, with applicable relaxation as per Government of Chhattisgarh guidelines for reserved categories.
Q5. What is the selection process for SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Selection is based on academic merit through a walk-in process, with 30% weightage to Class-X marks and 70% weightage to Degree/Diploma/ITI marks.
Q6. What is the stipend for SAIL BSP Apprentice?
Ans: ₹9,600/month for Trade Apprentice (ITI), ₹10,900/month for Diploma Apprentice, and ₹12,300/month for Graduate Apprentice.
Q7. Where is the walk-in held, and when?
Ans: At Room No 123, HRDC Bhilai Steel Plant, Chhattisgarh 490001, from 27 October 2026 to 21 November 2026, with different dates assigned to different trades/branches.
