SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1110 Posts

Total Posts: 1110 | Pay Scale: 9600/- to 12300?/-  | Last Date: 26 August | Application Fee: Nil Free | Eligibility: ITI, Diploma, B.Tech | Age Limit: 20 to 33 Years |

Overview

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply on Portals: 26 August 2026
• Walk-in Schedule: 01 September 2026 to 26 September 2026 (Detailed schedule below)

Vacancy & Stipend Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Trade Apprentice: ITI Passed in the respective trade from a Government recognized institute.
• Graduate/Technician Apprentice: Degree or Diploma in the respective Engineering or Non-Engineering discipline (BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, BBA, Nursing, Pharmacy, etc.).
• Passing Year: Only regular candidates who passed out in the last 5 years (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, & 2026) are eligible.

Age Limit (As on 31 August 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years
• Age relaxation will be applicable for reserved categories as per Government of Odisha guidelines.

Walk-in Interview & Document Verification Schedule

Candidates must report between 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the venue according to their respective trades/disciplines:

Walk-in Venue: Central Recreation Room, Trainees' Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela-769002, Dist: Sundargarh (Odisha).

How to Apply

1. For ITI Candidates: Register first on apprenticeshipindia.org. Search for establishment "SAIL ROURKELA STEEL PLANT" and apply for your respective trade.
2. For Degree/Diploma Candidates: Register on nats.education.gov.in. Go to Establishment Requests -> Find Establishments -> Select "Steel Authority of India Limited, Rourkela Steel Plant" and apply.
3. Walk-in: After successfully applying on the portal, attend the walk-in process according to the date schedule with all necessary documents.

Documents Required at Walk-in

• Original Institution Leaving Certificate
• Self-attested copy of Matriculation Certificate (for DOB verification)
• Self-attested copy of Provisional Pass Certificate & Marksheets
• 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 NAPS/NATS Portal

Selection Process

• Selection will be based on academic merit shortlisting via the walk-in process.
• Weightage Formula: 30% weightage to Class 10th marks + 70% weightage to ITI/Diploma/Degree marks.
• Document Verification at the venue.

Important Links

• Apply Online (Degree/Diploma)
• Apply Online (ITI Trade)
• SAIL RSP Apprentice Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many total posts are available in SAIL RSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 1110 vacancies across various departments.

Q2. What is the last date to apply on the portals?
The last date to register and apply online is 26 August 2026.

Q3. What is the selection criteria?
Selection is based on a merit weightage: 30% from Class 10th and 70% from your professional qualification (ITI/Diploma/Degree).

Q4. What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 18 and 28 years old as of 31 August 2026.

Q5. Where will the document verification take place?
It will be conducted via walk-in at the Central Recreation Room, Trainees' Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela, Odisha.

Author & Last Updated

Written by: Aapka Result 360 Editorial Team
Last Updated: 19 July 2026
Source: Official SAIL RSP Advt. Ref. No. L&D/Adv./APP/158

Disclaimer

This information is published for general reference purposes only. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully and verify all details on the official portals before attending the walk-in.

HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Engineering Trainees

HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. 

Applications are invited from eligible Indian engineering graduates for a one-year apprenticeship training program across various states in India. 

The last date to complete your online application is 31 July 2026.

Total Posts: 1110 | Monthly Stipend: ₹9,600/- to ₹12,300/- | Last Date: 26 August 2026 | Application Fee: Nil (Free for All) | Eligibility: ITI, Diploma, Graduate (Engg/Non-Engg/Nursing) | Age Limit: 18 to 28 Years |

Overview

Important Dates

• Online Application Starts: 15 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 31 July 2026

Vacancy & Stipend Distribution

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated stipend of ₹25,000 per month (where ₹20,500 is paid by HPCL and ₹4,500 is directly credited by the Government of India via DBT mode)

State-wise Tentative Training Slots

The slots are distributed across various locations in India, including key states:

• Maharashtra: 64 slots
• Uttar Pradesh: 37 slots
• Gujarat: 32 slots
• Tamil Nadu: 20 slots
• Telangana: 19 slots
• Delhi: 18 slots
• Rajasthan: 17 slots
• Punjab: 16 slots
• Andhra Pradesh: 15 slots
• Bihar, Haryana, West Bengal, Karnataka: 14 slots each
• Madhya Pradesh: 10 slots

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must hold an Engineering Graduation degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation engineering from a recognized Board/UGC/AICTE authority.
• Minimum Aggregate Marks: 60% aggregate marks (all semesters combined) for UR/OBC-NC candidates, and 50% aggregate for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
• Passing Timeline: Only regular candidates who completed their engineering graduation on or after 01 September 2023 are eligible.
• Candidates must be registered and approved on the NATS 2.0 web portal.
• Candidates with prior apprenticeship training or work experience of one year or more are NOT eligible.

Age Limit (As on 31 July 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 25 years
• Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.

Selection Process

• Initial screening will be done based on the academic merit percentage scored in the qualifying engineering degree.
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification in a 1:5 ratio relative to the available seats.
• The final merit list will be prepared based on successful document verification, medical fitness check, and police verification.

Future Benefits / Recruitment Weightage

While this program doesn't guarantee permanent employment, HPCL offers exclusive benefits to candidates who successfully complete this apprenticeship during subsequent regular recruitment:

• Age Relaxation: Relaxation in the upper age limit equivalent to the apprenticeship period (up to 1 year)[span_40](start_span)[span_40](end_span).
• Bonus Marks: An additional 5% grace marks will be added to the score secured by the candidate in the regular Computer Based Test (CBT) for shortlisting purposes.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official HPCL application portal at jobs.hpcl.co.in.
2. Click on "Sign up for New Registration" and enter the necessary details to generate your login credentials.
3. Log in using the email ID and password sent to your registered email.
4. Select your engineering branch from the dropdown menu and fill in your personal and contact details.
5. Choose your preferred single state of training where you wish to be placed.
6. Upload your recent passport-sized photograph and clear signature.
7. Verify all columns carefully in the preview section, accept the declaration, and click "Final Submit.
8. Save the confirmation email containing your HPCL Application Number for future reference.

Note: Hard copies of the application form are NOT required to be sent to HPCL.

Important Links

• Apply Online / Registration Link
• NATS 2.0 Official Portal
• HPCL Graduate Apprentice Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the stipend amount for HPCL Graduate Apprentices?
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹25,000.

Q2. Which engineering branches are eligible to apply?
Graduates from Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation engineering branches can apply.

Q3. What is the last date to submit the application form?
The online application portal will close on 31 July 2026.

Q4. Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for any category of candidates.

Q5. What is the minimum qualifying percentage required for graduation?
UR/OBC-NC candidates need at least 60% aggregate marks, while SC/ST/PwBD candidates require a minimum of 50%.

Author & Last Updated

Written by: Aapka Result 360 Editorial Team
Last Updated: 20 July 2026
Source: Official HPCL All India Marketing Apprentice Advertisement

Disclaimer

This information is published for general reference purposes only. Candidates are highly advised to carefully go through the official notification PDF and verify details on the official HPCL portals before applying.