SAIL Young Professional Recruitment 2026: 23 Posts Online Apply

SAIL Young Professional Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 23 Posts

Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has announced the SAIL Young Professional Recruitment 2026, inviting online applications for 23 Young Professional (YP) posts. These positions are on a fixed-term basis at various units including Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP),

Management Training Institute (MTI) Ranchi, SAIL Safety Organization (SSO) Ranchi, and SAIL Digital Transformation Division (SDTD) Ranchi. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from July 10, 2026, to July 31, 2026. This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for qualified professionals to join a leading Public Sector Undertaking.

SAIL Young Professional Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 03-07-2026
• Online Application Start Date: 10-07-2026
• Online Application Last Date: 31-07-2026
• Eligibility Cut-off Date: 03-07-2026

Vacancy Details (Total: 23 Posts)

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 03-07-2026)

• Minimum age for all posts: 23 years
• YP-3 - Vibration Analyst and Rotor Dynamics Expert: 42 years
• YP-2 - Blast Furnace Process Expert: 38 years
• YP-1 (all roles): 35 years

Educational Qualification & Experience (Role-wise)

• Vibration Analyst & Rotor Dynamics Expert (YP-3): B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical) + Vibration Analyst Cat-II Certification; 10 years experience in Condition Monitoring, 3 years in an Integrated Steel Plant.
• Blast Furnace Process Expert (YP-2): B.E./B.Tech (Metallurgical); 6 years experience in Blast Furnace operations, Integrated Steel Plant.
• Civil / Structural Design Engineer (YP-1): B.E./B.Tech (Civil); 3 years experience as Design Engineer in Structural/Civil works.
• Engineer, Electrical & Automation (YP-1): B.E./B.Tech (Electrical/Electrical & Electronics); 3 years experience in Electrical Maintenance & Automation, steel/rolling mills.
• AI Engineer (YP-1): B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT) or MCA; 3 years experience in Python, AI/ML & Deep Learning.
• Project Execution, Mechanical (YP-1): B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical); 3 years experience in structural/utility erection, project execution.
• Project Execution, Electrical (YP-1): B.E./B.Tech (Electrical/Electrical & Electronics); 3 years experience in automation, instrumentation, HT/LT cable laying.
• Data Analytics Officer, HCM & PMS (YP-1): B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT) or MCA; 3 years experience in ASP.NET / .NET Core development.
• F&A, Sales & Main Accounts (YP-1): CA/CMA/MBA (Finance); 3 years experience in Sales Accounting, Taxation, Accounts.
• Consultant, HR - L&D Application Enablement (YP-1): B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT) or MCA; 3 years experience, proficiency in PHP & mobile app development.
• Consultant, Digital Learning (YP-1): Graduate + Instructional Design/EdTech certification; hands-on with Adobe Captivate/Articulate Storyline.
• Consultant, Leadership & Capability Development (YP-1): MBA/PGDM (HR); experience in leadership/management development programs.
• 3D Animator / Visual Content Creator (YP-1): BE/B.Tech/Graduate; 3 years experience in 3D Animation/Video making.
• Data Scientist (YP-1): B.E./B.Tech (M.E/M.Tech/Ph.D desirable); minimum 3 years experience.
• Data Architect (YP-1): B.E./B.Tech (M.E/M.Tech/Ph.D desirable); minimum 3 years experience.

All experience must be gained after the qualifying degree in a Public Sector Undertaking, Government Organisation, Public Limited Company, JV of PSUs, or a private firm with a valid CIN.

Salary / Monthly Retainership Fee

• YP-1: Rs. 70,000/- per month
• YP-2: Rs. 1,00,000/- per month
• YP-3: Rs. 1,40,000/- per month

An annual performance-linked increment of 4%, 7%, or 10% of the monthly fee applies based on Centralized Performance Committee (CPC) recommendation. Additional benefits include residential accommodation, medical facility, travel entitlements, and communication expense reimbursement.

Application Fee

A non-refundable application processing fee of Rs. 500/- is applicable for all categories (YP-1, YP-2, YP-3). The fee must be paid online via Net Banking, Credit Card, or ATM-cum-Debit Card. Bank charges will be borne separately by the candidate.

Selection Process

1. Screening of applications: For eligibility criteria.
2. Computer Based Test (CBT) and Personal Interaction (PI): For most posts.
3. Personal Interaction (PI) only: For some specific posts.
4. CBT Structure: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) in 90 minutes – 50 on Technical/Professional knowledge and 50 on Aptitude.
5. Shortlisting for PI: In a ratio of 1:3 based on CBT merit.
6. Final Merit List: Based on CBT and Personal Interaction with a weightage of 80:20.
7. For PI-only posts: Minimum qualifying mark is 50%.

Required Documents for Online Application

• Proof of Date of Birth (Matriculation certificate or equivalent)
• Degree Certificate (B.E./B.Tech/CA/CMA/MBA as applicable) with mark sheets
• Experience certificate(s) from employer
• Photo ID Proof (Voter ID/Aadhaar/Passport/Driving License)
• NOC from present employer, if applicable
• Passport-size colour photograph (.jpg/.jpeg, up to 50 KB)
• Scanned signature (.jpg/.jpeg, up to 20 KB)

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official career website: www.sailcareers.com.
2. Carefully read the complete advertisement to confirm your eligibility.
3. Refer to the User Manual available on the site for detailed instructions.
4. New applicants must click on "Fresh candidate to create Login (New Log in)" to register.
5. Existing users can log in using their User ID and Password.
6. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if you are a new user.
7. Fill out the online application form accurately and upload all required documents.
8. Pay the application processing fee of Rs. 500/- online.
9. After successful payment, note down the generated Application Number.
10. Download and print the Provisional Application Form for your records.

Important Instructions

• Apply only for the grade for which you meet all eligibility criteria.
• No modifications to the application or payment details will be allowed after submission.
• Candidature is provisional until the Personal Interaction stage.
• The engagement is purely on a Fixed-Term Contract for 3 years, extendable by up to 2 more years, and does not grant any right to regularization.
• Electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited at test centres.
• Ensure your registered Email ID and Mobile number remain active for at least one year for all communications.