Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has opened applications for 200 Trade Apprentice posts at its IISCO Steel Plant in Burnpur. ITI-passed candidates can apply online through the NAPS portal from 28 September to 7 October 2026. There is no application fee, and selection is based purely on ITI marks — no written exam will be held.
Table of Contents:
- Overview
- Vacancy Details
- Eligibility Criteria
- Important Dates
- Application Fee
- How to Apply
- Important Links
Overview
SAIL’s IISCO Steel Plant, Burnpur is offering one-year apprenticeship training for 200 Trade Apprentice posts across nine ITI trades. During the training, apprentices will receive a lumpsum stipend of Rs 9,600 to Rs 10,560 per month. Selection is merit-based on marks scored in ITI in the relevant trade, and there is no written test. Candidates must arrange their own accommodation during the training period.
Vacancy Details
| Trade | Seats |
|---|---|
| Electrician | 30 |
| Fitter | 30 |
| Turner | 10 |
| Machinist | 20 |
| Welder | 70 |
| Ref & AC | 10 |
| Mechanic-Motor Vehicle | 10 |
| Computer & ICTSM | 10 |
| Draughtsman | 10 |
| Total | 200 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed ITI in the relevant advertised trade.
- A valid NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) registration number is compulsory.
- Candidates whose Contract ID was already created during apprenticeship training with another organisation are not eligible.
- Minimum age: 18 years. Maximum age limit is not specified in the notification summary.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 28 September 2026 |
| Online application starts | 28 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 07 October 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All categories | No application fee |
How to Apply
- Visit the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and register as a student if you have not already registered.
- Complete the registration process and obtain a valid NAPS registration number.
- Log in to the NAPS portal as a candidate.
- Go to "Apprentice Opportunity" and click on "Find Establishment".
- Search for "SAIL-IISCO STEEL PLANT, Burnpur" — establishment code E03171900012.
- Choose your passed-out ITI trade against the available vacancy and submit the online application before 07 October 2026.
- Complete the application well before the closing date to avoid last-minute issues.
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