SAIL BSP Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Recruitment for 710 apprentice posts; apply by October 20..

Government Job 2026: The Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) of the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has issued an official notification inviting applications from eligible citizens for a total of 710 apprentice positions—comprising Trade Apprentices, Technician (Diploma) Apprentices, and Graduate Apprentices—for the 2026-27 period. Let us look at the vacancy breakdown, application procedure, deadline, and selection process.

Vacancy Details
The 710 apprentice vacancies announced by SAIL-BSP are distributed across trades and disciplines as follows: 516 posts for Trade Apprentices (ITI), 124 for Diploma Apprentices, and 70 for Graduate Apprentices. The 516 Trade Apprentice (ITI) posts comprise the following: Electrician (95), Fitter (80), Multimedia and Animation Special Effects (9), Technician Mechatronics (20), Electronics Mechanic (20), Manufacturing Process Control and Automation (25), Instrument Mechanic (35), Machinist (25), Turner (15), Welder (15), ICTSM (15), AOCP (15), Diesel Mechanic (15), Tool and Die Maker (10), LACP (10), Mechanic Motor Vehicle (10), Mechanic Refrigeration and AC (20), Central AC Plant Mechanic (16), Wood Work Technician (10), Stenographer and Secretarial Assistant (Hindi) (10), Stenographer and Secretarial Assistant (English) (10), Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician (10), Hospital Housekeeping (HHK) (6), Mason (10), and Information Technology (IT) (10). The 124 Diploma Apprentice positions include: Ceramic Technology (2), Chemical (2), Civil (10), Computer Science (5), EEE (5), Electrical (10), Mechanical/Mechatronics (10), Metallurgy (20), Electronics & Telecommunication (10), Information Technology (5), Automobile (5), Electronics & Communication (8), Diploma in Nursing (GNM) (5), Diploma in Physiotherapy (DP) (5), Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) (5), Diploma in Radiological Technology (DRT) (5), Diploma in X-Ray Technology (DXT) (5), Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology (DOTT) (2), and Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma) (5).

The 70 Graduate Apprentice positions include: Ceramic Technology (2), Chemical (2), Civil (5), Computer Science (2), EEE (2), Electrical (2), Mechanical/Mechatronics (2), Metallurgy (5), Electronics & Telecommunication (2), Information Technology (2), Automobile (2), Electronics & Communication (2), Electronics & Instrumentation (5), Production (5), Bachelor of Arts (BA) (5), Bachelor of Science (BSc) (3), Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) (5), Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) (5), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) (5), BSc in Nursing (5), and Data Entry Operator (PGDCA/DEO) (2).

**How ​​to Apply**
According to the notification, the online application process for these apprentice vacancies is underway, with the deadline set for October 20. Candidates wishing to apply must first register on the NAPS portal (for Trade Apprentice-ITI roles) or the NATS portal (for Graduate/Diploma Apprentice roles). Subsequently, they must visit the official SAIL-BSP website and successfully complete the registration process on or before the specified deadline.

**Eligibility Criteria**
Only candidates who have completed the qualifying examination—ITI, Diploma, or Degree (as applicable)—as regular students from a recognized institution or university within the last five years (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026) are eligible to apply for these apprentice positions. Candidates who have already completed or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training at any institution, or those possessing one year of job experience, are not eligible.

The age limits are set at a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 28 years, calculated as of October 31, 2026. Candidates belonging to reserved categories will be granted relaxation in the upper age limit in accordance with the rules.

**Selection Process**
Eligible candidates will be selected based on merit—determined through shortlisting and document verification during a walk-in process. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,600 for Trade Apprentice (ITI) roles and ₹12,300 for Degree/Diploma Apprentice roles. 

**Venue and Reporting Time for Walk-in Interviews**
Depending on the specific trade or branch, walk-in interviews will be conducted between October 27 and November 21 at 'Room No. 123, HRDC, Bhilai Steel Plant, Chhattisgarh-490001'. Candidates are required to report to the center between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

**Documents to Carry**
Candidates planning to attend the walk-in interview are advised to arrive at the center on time and ensure they carry both the originals and photocopies of all relevant documents.

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