SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026: Apply for 48 Posts
📅 Posted: 22/05/2026 📝 Updated: 22/05/2026
Total Vacancy48
SalaryYP-1: ₹70,000/Month | YP-2: ₹1,00,000/Month | YP-3: ₹1,40,000/Month [+ 4–10% Annual Increment]
LocationWest Bengal
Last Date06/06/2026
Short Information: Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), a Maharatna PSU, is hiring 48 Young Professionals across three plants — Durgapur Steel Plant (DSP), IISCO Steel Plant (ISP, Burnpur), and Alloy Steels Plant (ASP, Durgapur) — under Advt. No. ISP/YP/2026/01. Applications are open from 22 May 2026 to 06 June 2026.
This is a fixed-term contract engagement, not a permanent job, but the pay package is genuinely competitive for industry professionals. YP-1 gets ₹70,000/month, YP-2 gets ₹1,00,000/month, and YP-3 gets ₹1,40,000/month — consolidated, with an annual increment of 4%/7%/10% based on performance. On top of that, SAIL provides company accommodation (2BHK at just ₹3,000/month), free OPD/IPD medical at plant hospital for self, spouse and two children, and reimbursement of up to ₹25,000/year for self-insurance premiums.
The roles span Projects, Works, and Materials Management divisions — covering Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation, IT, Environment, and Cybersecurity functions. The minimum qualification is B.E./B.Tech with at least 65% marks (regular/full-time) in the relevant discipline, with post-qualification work experience of 3 years (YP-1), 6 years (YP-2), or 10 years (YP-3). Minimum age is 23 years; upper age limit is 35–42 years depending on the role.
Initial tenure is 3 years, extendable up to 5 years based on performance.
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SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates
| Notification Released | 22/05/2026 |
| Application Begin | 22/05/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 06/06/2026 |
| Pay Registration Fee Last Date | 06/06/2026 |
| CBT / Interview Date | To be intimated via email/SMS & sail.co.in |
SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee
| All Candidates (YP-1, YP-2, YP-3) | ₹500 |
Payment: Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card)
SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026: Apply for 48 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: 23–42 Years (post-wise; as on closing date 06/06/2026)
(YP-1 posts: Upper age limit 35 years, YP-2 posts: Upper age limit 38 years, YP-3 posts (P-6C only): Upper age limit 42 years, Minimum age for all posts: 23 years, No SC/ST/OBC age relaxation mentioned in official notification)
| Code | Engagement Name | Grade | D S P | I S P | A S P | Total | Age Limit | Min. Experience | Eligibility |
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| P-1 | Projects – Core Group (Utilities) | YP-2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| P-2 | Projects – Contractual Management | YP-1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| P-3A | Projects – Safety | YP-1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| P-3B | Projects – Safety | YP-2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| P-4 | Projects – Design (Mechanical) | YP-2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| P-5 | Projects – Design (Electrical/Instrumentation) | YP-2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| P-6A | Projects – Civil | YP-1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| P-6B | Projects – Civil | YP-2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| P-6C | Projects – Civil | YP-3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 42 yrs | 10 yrs |
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| P-7 | Projects – Civil & Structural | YP-1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| P-8A | Projects – Mechanical | YP-1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| P-8B | Projects – Mechanical | YP-2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| P-9A | Projects – Electrical & Electronics | YP-1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| P-9B | Projects – Electrical & Electronics | YP-2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| P-10 | Projects – Road & Logistics | YP-2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| P-11 | Projects – Electrical, Automation, Instrumentation & Power | YP-1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| P-12 | Projects – Mechanical, Hydraulics & Utilities | YP-1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| P-13 | Project – Electrical Engineering Div. (EED) | YP-2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| P-14 | Project – C & IT | YP-2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| W-1 | Works – Networking and Cybersecurity | YP-2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| W-2 | Works – Environment Management | YP-1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| W-3 | Works – Hydraulics | YP-1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| W-4 | Works – Full Stack Developer | YP-1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| W-5 | Works – SAP Technical | YP-1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| W-6 | Works – Industrial Automation | YP-2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| W-7 | Works – Instrumentation | YP-2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| W-8 | Works – Environment | YP-2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| MM-1A | Material Inspection (Emerging Technologies) | YP-1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs |
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| MM-1B | Material Inspection (Emerging Technologies) | YP-2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs |
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| Total Vacancy | 18 | 28 | 2 | 48 | |||||
| Note: DSP = Durgapur Steel Plant; ISP = IISCO Steel Plant, Burnpur; ASP = Alloy Steels Plant, Durgapur. B.E./B.Tech must be Regular/Full-time with minimum 65% marks. | |||||||||
Recruitment Table: Plant-wise & Division-wise Vacancy Summary
| Division | DSP (Durgapur) | ISP (Burnpur) | ASP (Durgapur) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Projects Division | 8 | 26 | 2 | 36 |
| B. Works Division | 8 | 2 | 0 | 10 |
| C. Materials Mgmt. | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 16 | 30 | 2 | 48 |
| Note:No SC/ST/OBC/EWS reservation mentioned in official notification. This is a fixed-term contract engagement open to all Indian nationals aged 23 years and above. | ||||
Recruitment Table: Grade-wise Vacancy Summary
| Grade | Monthly Pay | Age Limit | Min. Experience | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YP-1 | ₹70,000 | 35 yrs | 3 yrs post-qualification | 25 |
| YP-2 | ₹1,00,000 | 38 yrs | 6 yrs post-qualification | 21 |
| YP-3 | ₹1,40,000 | 42 yrs | 10 yrs post-qualification | 2 |
| Total | 48 | |||
| Note:YP-1: ₹70,000/month | YP-2: ₹1,00,000/month | YP-3: ₹1,40,000/month (consolidated retainership fee). | ||||
SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria
- Basic Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent must be Regular/Full-time from a Govt. recognised University/Institution with minimum 65% marks in the relevant discipline.
- Minimum Age: 23 years as on closing date 06/06/2026.
- P-1 (Utilities): B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering. Experience: Projects Management/Operations/Maintenance of Utilities Area.
- P-2 (Contractual Management): B.E./B.Tech. in any stream. Experience: Contractual Management in Projects/Material Management/Operations.
- P-3A & P-3B (Safety): B.E./B.Tech. in any branch + Degree/Diploma in Industrial Safety recognised by Central/State Govt. Preferably fluent in Bengali. Experience: Safety Management.
- P-4 (Design Mechanical): B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering. Experience: Mechanical Design & Engineering in Projects/Maintenance Area.
- P-5 (Design Electrical/Instrumentation): B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering. Experience: Electrical or Instrumentation Design & Engineering for Plant/Township Projects/Power Distribution.
- P-6A, P-6B & P-6C (Civil): B.E./B.Tech. in Civil Engineering. Experience: Civil & Structural section of Projects/Operations/Maintenance.
- P-7 (Civil & Structural): B.E./B.Tech. in Civil/Structural Engineering. Experience: Design/Engineering/Construction/Supervision of Civil foundation and Industrial Structural work.
- P-8A & P-8B (Mechanical): B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering. Experience: Mechanical section of Projects/Operations/Maintenance.
- P-9A & P-9B (Electrical & Electronics): B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Experience: Electrical/Electronics section in Projects/Operations/Maintenance.
- P-10 (Road & Logistics): B.E./B.Tech. in any branch. Experience: Infrastructure/Railway/Road Logistics in Operations/Maintenance.
- P-11 (Electrical, Automation, Instrumentation & Power): B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation/Mechatronics/Control & Instrumentation or related streams (multiple accepted — refer notification). Experience: Design/Engineering/Construction of Electrical/Instrumentation/Automation/Power Projects.
- P-12 (Mechanical, Hydraulics & Utilities): B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical/Production/Industrial/Thermal/Manufacturing/Mechatronics/Civil Engineering or related streams. Experience: Design/Engineering/Supervision of Mechanical/Utility/Hydraulics work.
- P-13 (EED): B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering. Experience: 11KV or above Sub-Station Maintenance; upgradation of indoor/outdoor substations; installation of SCADA systems.
- P-14 (C & IT): B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science/Information Technology. Experience: SAP implementation at manufacturing plant; experience of SAP ECC6.
- W-1 (Networking & Cybersecurity): B.E./B.Tech. in Computer/IT/EC/EEE Engineering. Experience: Industrial networking/cybersecurity/IT-OT integration.
- W-2 (Environment Management): B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering. Experience: Pollution control/monitoring; reduction of carbon footprint & sustainability.
- W-3 (Hydraulics): B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical/Production Engineering. Experience: Design/maintenance/troubleshooting of hydraulic & pneumatic systems (proportional/servo control, hydraulic pumps, valves, actuators).
- W-4 (Full Stack Developer): B.E./B.Tech. in CS/CSE/IT/CS & IT. Experience: Full-stack web development — Node JS, Angular/React, Database design, Perl/PHP (Slim and Laravel framework).
- W-5 (SAP Technical): B.E./B.Tech. in CS/CSE/IT/CS & IT. Experience: SAP ABAP — Module pool/ALV, WebDynpro, OO ABAP, WRICEF Objects.
- W-6 (Industrial Automation): B.E./B.Tech. in Control & Instrumentation/Instrumentation & Control/Robotics & Automation. Experience: PLC programming (Siemens/ABB/Allen-Bradley/Schneider), VFD/AC/DC drives, Profibus/Profinet/Modbus/Ethernet-IP protocols.
- W-7 (Instrumentation): B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics/Instrumentation/Mechatronics/Control & Instrumentation or related streams. Experience: Commissioning/troubleshooting of field instruments (transmitters, control valves, analyzers, sensors), HART/PLC/DCS/SCADA, P&ID reading.
- W-8 (Environment): B.E./B.Tech. in Environmental Engineering. Experience: Environmental rules/regulations/compliance/clearances; handling of environment-related projects.
- MM-1A & MM-1B (Material Inspection): B.E./B.Tech. in any discipline. Experience: Mechanical/Electrical Maintenance including inspection of Equipment (Engineering goods).
- CGPA holders: Convert to % as per University norms. If no norms prescribed, CGPA is converted proportionately (e.g., 8.3/10 = 83%).
- Foreign University qualifications accepted with equivalence certificate from Competent Authority.
SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| Young Professional – 1 (YP-1) | ₹70,000/month consolidated + 4%/7%/10% annual increment |
| Young Professional – 2 (YP-2) | ₹1,00,000/month consolidated + 4%/7%/10% annual increment |
| Young Professional – 3 (YP-3) | ₹1,40,000/month consolidated + 4%/7%/10% annual increment |
SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps
- Online Application through sail.co.in (Careers section)
- Scrutiny of applications for eligibility
- Computer Based Test (CBT) / Aptitude / Psychometric Test — conducted only if applications exceed 5 times the requirement (CBT weightage: 80%)
- Personal Interview (weightage: 20% when CBT held; 100% when no CBT)
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination
- Signing of Contract for Service
SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern
Recruitment Details: Selection Process Overview
- CBT Trigger: Conducted only if applications exceed 5× the number of vacancies for a given engagement code.
- CBT Weightage: 80% of final merit score.
- Interview Weightage: 20% (when CBT held) or 100% (when CBT not held).
- Shortlisting Ratio: Top candidates in CBT are called for Interview in 1:3 ratio (3 candidates per vacancy).
- Negative Marking: No negative marking mentioned in official notification.
- CBT Mode: Computer-based; may include Aptitude / General Management / Psychometric Test components.
- Important: SAIL may hold CBTs for multiple engagements on the same date. Candidates advised to apply for only one engagement to avoid clashes.
- Panel: A merit panel (1:1 ratio) is formed, valid for 6 months, for use in case of non-joining or early exit.
Recruitment Table: Remuneration & Benefits Summary
| Benefit | Y P-1 | Y P-2 | Y P-3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Retainership | ₹70,000 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,40,000 |
| Annual Increment | 4% / 7% / 10% | 4% / 7% / 10% | 4% / 7% / 10% |
| Accommodation Rent (company quarters) | ₹3,000/month (2BHK) | ₹3,000/month (2BHK) | ₹5,000/month (3BHK) |
| Mobile / Broadband Ceiling | ₹800/month | ₹1,000/month | ₹1,200/month |
| Self-Insurance Reimbursement (max/year) | ₹20,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹30,000 |
| Official Tour Stay (non-metro) | Up to ₹2,000/day | Up to ₹2,500/day | Up to ₹3,000/day |
| Official Tour Travel Mode | Rail 2AC/CC | Air (Economy >500km) / Rail 2AC | Air (Economy) / Rail 1AC |
| Interview Travel Reimbursement | Rail 2AC (to & fro) | Rail 2AC (to & fro) | Rail 2AC (to & fro) |
| Joining Travel Reimbursement | 2AC rail fare | 2AC rail fare | Economy Airfare / 1AC rail |
Recruitment Table: Job Profile by Engagement
| Engagement Code | Primary Work Profile |
|---|---|
| P-1 (Utilities) | Project management, operations and maintenance of utilities areas in Steel Plant (water, steam, compressed air, gas systems). |
| P-2 (Contractual Mgmt.) | Contractual management in Projects/Material Management; vendor management, contract documentation, procurement compliance. |
| P-3A & P-3B (Safety) | Safety management across project sites; safety audits, incident investigation, statutory compliance, fluency in Bengali preferred. |
| P-4 (Design Mechanical) | Mechanical design & engineering for Plant and Projects; preparation of drawings, specifications, and design documents. |
| P-5 (Design Elec/Instrumentation) | Electrical/Instrumentation design for Plant/Township projects; power distribution, single-line diagrams, cable scheduling. |
| P-6A/B/C (Civil) | Civil engineering in Projects section; RCC design, drawings, BOQ preparation, construction supervision. |
| P-7 (Civil & Structural) | Design/Engineering/Construction of civil foundations and industrial structural work; structural drawings and supervision. |
| P-8A & P-8B (Mechanical) | Mechanical section of Projects; equipment erection, piping, structural steel work supervision. |
| P-9A & P-9B (Electrical & Elec.) | Electrical/Electronics Projects section; HT/LT installation, substation work, commissioning of drives and electrical systems. |
| P-10 (Road & Logistics) | Infrastructure/Railway/Road logistics — planning and maintenance of internal roads, railway lines, material logistics within plant. |
| P-11 (Elec. Automation & Power) | Design/supervision of Electrical, Instrumentation & Automation work and Power Projects in plant. |
| P-12 (Mechanical, Hydraulics) | Mechanical/Utility/Hydraulics work — design, engineering and supervision including mechanical utilities and plant hydraulic systems. |
| P-13 (EED) | 11KV and above substation maintenance; upgradation of indoor/outdoor substations; SCADA system installation at ASP. |
| P-14 (C & IT) | SAP implementation and support at manufacturing plant; SAP ECC6 experience required. |
| W-1 (Networking & Cybersecurity) | Industrial networking, cybersecurity, IT-OT integration systems — securing plant network infrastructure. |
| W-2 (Environment Management) | Pollution control and monitoring; carbon footprint reduction; sustainability compliance in Steel Plant operations. |
| W-3 (Hydraulics) | Maintenance/troubleshooting of hydraulic & pneumatic systems (proportional/servo control, pumps, valves, actuators). |
| W-4 (Full Stack Developer) | Full-stack web application development using Node JS, Angular/React, Database design, Perl/PHP (Slim & Laravel framework). |
| W-5 (SAP Technical) | SAP ABAP development — Module pool/ALV, WebDynpro, OO ABAP, WRICEF Objects creation and modification. |
| W-6 (Industrial Automation) | PLC programming and maintenance (Siemens/ABB/Allen-Bradley/Schneider), VFD/AC/DC drives, industrial protocols (Profibus, Profinet, Modbus, Ethernet/IP). |
| W-7 (Instrumentation) | Commissioning/troubleshooting of field instruments (transmitters, control valves, sensors); HART/DCS/SCADA; P&ID reading, interlock design. |
| W-8 (Environment) | Environmental compliance — rules/regulations/clearances; handling environment-related projects in Steel Plant. |
| MM-1A & MM-1B (Material Inspection) | Mechanical/Electrical Maintenance and inspection of Engineering goods and Equipment for Materials Management Division. |
SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics
No standard syllabus is prescribed. If CBT is conducted (when applications exceed 5× requirement), it may include Computer-based Aptitude / General Management / Psychometric Test components. The interview tests domain knowledge relevant to the applied engagement. Expected topics by discipline are listed below.
📚 Civil Engineering Posts (P-6, P-7)
- RCC design and drawing
- Structural steel design
- Soil mechanics and foundation
- Construction management
- Building materials and quality control
📚 Mechanical Engineering Posts (P-4, P-8, P-12, W-3)
- Fluid mechanics and hydraulics
- Mechanical design and machine elements
- Thermodynamics
- Manufacturing processes
- Plant maintenance and preventive maintenance
📚 Electrical/Automation Posts (P-5, P-9, P-11, P-13, W-6, W-7)
- Power systems and substation design
- PLC/SCADA/DCS programming
- Industrial drives (VFD, AC/DC)
- Instrumentation — transmitters, control valves, sensors
- Industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Profinet, Modbus)
📚 IT/CS Posts (P-14, W-1, W-4, W-5)
- SAP ABAP and ECC6 modules
- Full-stack development (Node JS, Angular/React)
- Cybersecurity fundamentals
- Database design
- Industrial IT-OT integration
📚 Environment Posts (W-2, W-8)
- Environment Protection Act and Rules
- Air/Water Pollution Control Boards regulations
- Carbon footprint and sustainability
- EIA and environmental clearance process
- Waste management in steel plants
SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026How to Apply
- Visit SAIL Careers page at www.sail.co.in (Careers) or http://sailcareers.com.
- Read the advertisement carefully. Check the engagement codes and verify your eligibility.
- Click 'Login' or 'Apply'. If a new user, complete the ONE-TIME registration first.
- Log in with your User ID and Password and fill the application form for the specific engagement code.
- Upload: (i) Matriculation certificate (for DOB), (ii) Pass certificates of 12th, B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech/PhD, (iii) Experience certificates showing post-qualification experience, (iv) NOC from present employer if working in PSU/Govt Dept/Autonomous Body, (v) Photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/Voter ID), (vi) Address proof, (vii) CGPA conversion document (if applicable). Each PDF file max 300 KB.
- Upload passport-size colour photograph (JPG/JPEG, max 50 KB, white background) and signature (JPG/JPEG, max 20 KB, running signature).
- Review all entered details. Once confirmed, no editing is allowed.
- Pay the Registration & Processing Fee of ₹500 via online mode. Fees once paid are non-refundable.
- Submit the application and download the system-generated Registration Slip with Application ID. Retain it for future reference.
- SAIL advises applying for only one engagement since CBTs for multiple engagements may be scheduled on the same date.
- Candidates must join within 30 days of receiving the Offer of Engagement. No extension is permitted.
Recruitment Note: About SAIL — DSP, ISP & ASP
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) is India's largest steel-making company and a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Steel. Established in 1973, SAIL operates five integrated steel plants, three special steel plants, and one subsidiary. Durgapur Steel Plant (DSP), established in 1959 with British collaboration, is one of India's first public sector steel plants producing structural sections, skelp, plates, and railway products. IISCO Steel Plant (ISP) at Burnpur, one of the oldest steel plants in Asia (est. 1919), was modernised by SAIL with a state-of-the-art 2.5 MTPA expansion. Alloy Steels Plant (ASP) at Durgapur, established in 1964, specialises in high-quality alloy and special steels for defence, aerospace, and engineering industries. All three plants are located in West Bengal and collectively form a major industrial hub in eastern India, offering professionals hands-on exposure to complex steel manufacturing environments.
Recruitment Note: Nature of Engagement & Important Conditions
This engagement is purely temporary on 'Contract for Service' basis — it does NOT create any employer-employee relationship and carries no right to regular appointment. The initial tenure is 3 years, extendable to a maximum of 5 years (one year at a time) based on performance and company discretion. During the first 6 months, either party can terminate with just 7 days' notice and no notice pay. Beyond 6 months, 1 month's notice or one month's retainership fee is required for termination. Annual performance review determines increment rate (4%/7%/10%). No PF, Pension, Gratuity, LTC, PRP, or terminal/service benefits are payable. In case of injury, illness or death during engagement, neither the candidate nor family members are entitled to any compensation from SAIL.
Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Retainership
Despite being a contract role, SAIL provides meaningful benefits. Outstation candidates get company accommodation (2BHK) at a nominal rent of just ₹3,000/month — a significant saving given Durgapur/Burnpur rental markets. Free OPD and IPD medical treatment at SAIL's company-owned hospitals for self, spouse, and two dependent children is another standout perk. Mobile/broadband expenses are reimbursed up to ₹800–₹1,200/month. Self-insurance (medical/life/health/accident) premiums are reimbursed up to ₹20,000–₹30,000/year. For official travel, YP-2 and YP-3 are entitled to air travel (economy class) for distances over 500 km. Joining travel is fully reimbursed (rail or air as applicable). Initial 3 months, transit accommodation at SAIL Guest House is available at ₹200/day.
SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026Important Official Links
| Apply Online Application Window: 22/05/2026 to 06/06/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Notification Advt No. ISP/YP/2026/01 | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.
Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization |  SAIL |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Young Professional (YP-1 / YP-2 / YP-3) |
| Total Vacancy | 48 |
| Salary | YP-1: ₹70,000/Month | YP-2: ₹1,00,000/Month | YP-3: ₹1,40,000/Month [+ 4–10% Annual Increment] |
| Job Location | West Bengal |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 06/06/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |
💡 Expert Tip
SAIL shortlists when applications exceed 5 times the requirement — in that case, a CBT is held (80% weightage) followed by Interview (20%). For popular roles like Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical YP-1 posts, expect a CBT. Brush up on your domain fundamentals plus Steel Plant-specific operations. One critical document often missed: if you're working in a PSU/Govt Dept/Autonomous Body, an NOC from your employer is mandatory at the Interview stage — arrange it in advance. Also, SAIL explicitly states candidates should ideally apply for only one engagement since CBTs for multiple roles may clash on the same date. Choose your strongest profile and focus on that application.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Young Professional YP-2 at SAIL? ▼
Ans: YP-2 receives a consolidated retainership fee of ₹1,00,000 per month. This is all-inclusive — there are no additional allowances like DA or HRA. However, SAIL provides free company accommodation at ₹3,000/month rent (saving ₹15,000–₹20,000 in rent), free hospital facilities, ₹1,000/month mobile reimbursement, and up to ₹25,000/year insurance reimbursement — making the effective value closer to ₹1,15,000–₹1,20,000/month.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply for SAIL Young Professionals Recruitment 2026? ▼
Ans: The last date to submit the online application and pay the ₹500 registration fee is 06 June 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid website congestion on the last day.
Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the SAIL YP CBT exam? ▼
Ans: No negative marking is mentioned in the official notification (Advt. No. ISP/YP/2026/01). The CBT is conducted only if applications exceed 5 times the vacancies. The CBT carries 80% weightage and the personal interview carries 20% weightage in the final merit list. Exact question pattern and marking scheme will be announced if CBT is scheduled.
Q.4 What is the age limit for SAIL Young Professionals 2026? ▼
Ans: Minimum age is 23 years for all categories. Maximum age is 35 years for YP-1 posts, 38 years for YP-2 posts, and 42 years for YP-3 posts (only P-6C — Projects Civil), all as on the closing date 06 June 2026. No SC/ST/OBC/EWS age relaxation is mentioned in the official notification for this contract engagement.
Q.5 How to download the SAIL Young Professionals Notification PDF? ▼
Ans: The official notification (Advt. No. ISP/YP/2026/01, dated 22 May 2026) is available on the SAIL website at www.sail.co.in under the Careers section. You can also find it at sailcareers.com. Any corrigendum or addendum, if issued, will also be published exclusively on www.sail.co.in.
Q.6 What is the educational qualification for SAIL Young Professionals? ▼
Ans: B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent in the relevant discipline with minimum 65% marks (Regular/Full-time from a Govt. recognised University/Institution) is mandatory for all engagement codes. Post-qualification work experience in the relevant field is also mandatory — 3 years for YP-1, 6 years for YP-2, and 10 years for YP-3. Desirable qualifications include M.E./M.Tech./Ph.D. in the relevant discipline.
Q.7 What is the selection process for SAIL Young Professionals 2026? ▼
Ans: Applications are first screened for eligibility. If applications exceed 5 times the vacancies, a CBT/Aptitude/Psychometric Test is held (80% weightage) followed by a personal interview (20% weightage). If applications are fewer, all eligible candidates are directly called for interview. Final merit is based on CBT + Interview scores. Pre-employment medical fitness is mandatory before joining.
Q.8 Is the SAIL Young Professionals position a permanent government job? ▼
Ans: No. This is a fixed-term contract engagement on 'Contract for Service' basis, not a permanent appointment. The initial tenure is 3 years, extendable up to 5 years maximum. It does not create any employer-employee relationship and carries no entitlement to PF, Pension, Gratuity, or regular government service benefits. SAIL explicitly states this engagement does not confer any right to regular appointment on any grounds whatsoever.
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