Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), a Maharatna PSU, has announced recruitment of 48 Young Professionals for its Durgapur Steel Plant (DSP), IISCO Steel Plant (ISP) and Alloy Steels Plant (ASP). The vacancies span Projects, Works and Materials Management divisions and are offered on a fixed‑term contractual basis.
| Detail |
Info |
| Organization |
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) – DSP, ISP & ASP |
| Advertisement No. |
ISP/YP/2026/01 dated 22/05/2026 |
| Post Name |
Young Professional (YP‑1, YP‑2, YP‑3) |
| Plant Locations |
Durgapur (DSP), Burnpur (ISP), Durgapur (ASP) |
| Total Vacancies |
48 (DSP‑16, ISP‑30, ASP‑2) |
| Monthly Retainership |
YP‑1: Rs. 70,000 | YP‑2: Rs. 1,00,000 | YP‑3: Rs. 1,40,000 (plus annual increment of 4‑10% based on performance) |
| Tenure |
Initial 3 years (extendable up to 5 years total) |
| Job Type |
Fixed‑term contract (temporary, no regular appointment rights) |
| Application Mode |
Online only via www.sail.co.in (Careers) or sailcareers.com |
| Selection Mode |
Application Scrutiny → Computer Based Test (CBT) / Aptitude / Psychometric Test (if required) → Personal Interview (Weightage 80:20) |
| Start of Online Application |
22‑05‑2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application |
06‑06‑2026 |
| Official Website |
https://www.sail.co.in | http://sailcareers.com |
Post & Organization Details
The recruitment is for the position of Young Professional (YP‑1, YP‑2, YP‑3) across three divisions – Projects, Works and Materials Management – at the three SAIL plants mentioned above.
Vacancy Details
Projects Division
| Engagement Code |
Name of Engagement |
Grade |
No. at ISP |
Upper Age Limit |
Min. Post‑qual. Experience |
| P-1 |
Projects – Core Group (Utilities) |
YP‑2 |
2 |
38 years |
6 years |
| P-2 |
Projects – Contractual Management |
YP‑1 |
1 |
35 years |
3 years |
| P-3A |
Projects – Safety |
YP‑1 |
3 |
35 years |
3 years |
| P-3B |
Projects – Safety |
YP‑2 |
2 |
38 years |
6 years |
| P-4 |
Projects – Design (Mechanical) |
YP‑2 |
1 |
38 years |
6 years |
| P-5 |
Projects – Design (Electrical/Instrumentation) |
YP‑2 |
1 |
38 years |
6 years |
| P-6A |
Projects – Civil |
YP‑1 |
3 |
35 years |
3 years |
| P-6B |
Projects – Civil |
YP‑2 |
3 |
38 years |
6 years |
| P-6C |
Projects – Civil |
YP‑3 |
2 |
42 years |
10 years |
| P-7 |
Projects – Civil & Structural |
YP‑1 |
3 |
35 years |
3 years |
| P-8A |
Projects – Mechanical |
YP‑1 |
2 |
35 years |
3 years |
| P-8B |
Projects – Mechanical |
YP‑2 |
1 |
38 years |
6 years |
| P-9A |
Projects – Electrical & Electronics |
YP‑1 |
2 |
35 years |
3 years |
| P-9B |
Projects – Electrical & Electronics |
YP‑2 |
2 |
38 years |
6 years |
| P-10 |
Projects – Road & Logistics |
YP‑2 |
1 |
38 years |
6 years |
| P-11 |
Projects – Electrical, Automation, Instrumentation & Power |
YP‑1 |
2 |
35 years |
3 years |
| P-12 |
Projects – Mechanical, Hydraulics & Utilities |
YP‑1 |
3 |
35 years |
3 years |
| P-13 |
Project – Electrical Engineering Div. (EED) |
YP‑2 |
1 |
38 years |
6 years |
| P-14 |
Project – C & IT |
YP‑2 |
1 |
38 years |
6 years |
Works Division
| Engagement Code |
Name of Engagement |
Grade |
No. at ISP |
Upper Age Limit |
Min. Post‑qual. Experience |
| W-1 |
Works – Networking and Cybersecurity |
YP‑2 |
1 |
38 years |
6 years |
| W-2 |
Works – Environment Management |
YP‑1 |
1 |
35 years |
3 years |
| W-3 |
Works – Hydraulics |
YP‑1 |
2 |
35 years |
3 years |
| W-4 |
Works – Full Stack Developer |
YP‑1 |
1 |
35 years |
3 years |
| W-5 |
Works – SAP Technical |
YP‑1 |
1 |
35 years |
3 years |
| W-6 |
Works – Industrial Automation |
YP‑2 |
2 |
38 years |
6 years |
| W-7 |
Works – Instrumentation |
YP‑2 |
1 |
38 years |
6 years |
| W-8 |
Works – Environment |
YP‑2 |
1 |
38 years |
6 years |
Materials Management Division
| Engagement Code |
Name of Engagement |
Grade |
No. at ISP |
Upper Age Limit |
Min. Post‑qual. Experience |
| MM-1A |
Material Inspection (Emerging Technologies) |
YP‑1 |
1 |
35 years |
3 years |
| MM-1B |
Material Inspection (Emerging Technologies) |
YP‑2 |
1 |
38 years |
6 years |
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: Minimum 23 years as on the closing date; maximum age varies per engagement (see vacancy tables).
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
- Education: B.E./B.Tech. (or equivalent) with at least 65% marks from a recognized university/college.
- Experience: Relevant post‑qualification experience in executive cadre of steel plant/process/manufacturing industry (minimum 3‑10 years as per grade).
- All eligibility conditions must be satisfied as on 06‑06‑2026.
Pay Scale & Salary
- YP‑1: Rs. 70,000 per month.
- YP‑2: Rs. 1,00,000 per month.
- YP‑3: Rs. 1,40,000 per month.
- Annual increment of 4 % / 7 % / 10 % based on performance.
Application Fee
Application fee details are not specified in the official notification.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Date of Advertisement |
22/05/2026 |
| Start of Online Application |
22/05/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application |
06/06/2026 |
| Eligibility Cut‑off Date (Qualification & Experience) |
06/06/2026 |
| CBT / Personal Interview Date |
To be notified via email/SMS and SAIL website |
| Pre‑Employment Medical Examination |
To be notified after final selection |
| Joining Deadline (after offer) |
Within 30 days from offer of engagement |
Selection Process
- Application Scrutiny
- Computer Based Test (CBT) / Aptitude / Psychometric Test (if applications exceed 5× requirement)
- Personal Interview (Weightage: CBT 80 %, Interview 20 %)
How to Apply
- Visit the official SAIL careers portal: https://www.sail.co.in or http://sailcareers.com.
- Register using a valid email address and create a password.
- Log in and fill in the online application form with personal, educational and professional details.
- Select only ONE engagement (post) for which you wish to apply.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, etc.) as per the format specified.
- Review the entered information carefully and submit the application before the deadline.
- After successful submission, note down the application reference number for future correspondence.
Important Links
FAQ’s
- What is the minimum age to apply?
Candidates must be at least 23 years old as on the closing date.
- What is the maximum age for YP‑1 grade?
The upper age limit for YP‑1 engagements is 35 years (varies by post).
- Which engineering streams are eligible?
Any B.E./B.Tech. stream is acceptable, but specific posts may require Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or related disciplines.
- Is there any reservation or relaxation in age?
Age relaxation as per government norms applies for SC/ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD candidates.
- Can I apply for more than one engagement?
Applicants are advised to apply for only ONE engagement; multiple applications may lead to disqualification.
- When will the CBT results be announced?
CBT results will be communicated via email/SMS and posted on the SAIL website; exact date will be notified later.
