The Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) is set to release the official notification for SAIL Recruitment of 399 Management Trainee (Technical) positions through GATE 2025. The recruitment will cover key engineering disciplines including Civil, Chemical, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechanical, and Metallurgical Engineering. Selection will be based on candidates’ GATE 2025 scores. The notification will provide complete details regarding online registration dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, salary structure, and more.
Please note that only candidates who appeared for GATE 2025, conducted by IIT Roorkee on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, are eligible to apply. The GATE 2025 results have now been declared, and eligible candidates can proceed with the registration process once the recruitment portal opens.
| Particulars | Details (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Agency | Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) |
| Official Website | https://sailcareers.com/ |
| Online Application Start Date | July 2025(Tentative) |
| Online Application Last Date | July 2025(Tentative) |
| Application Fees | Rs. 700 for UR and Rs. 200 for others |
| Eligibility Criteria | – GATE 2025 Qualified Candidate – Graduation or higher in CE, CH, CS, EE, EC, IN, MT, or ME – Minimum 65% (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) and 55% (SC/ST/PwBD) in graduation – Must meet Pre-Employment Medical Guidelines |
| Vacancies | 399 |
| Selection Process | – Shortlisting based on GATE 2025 Scores – Group Discussion (GD) and Group Task (GT) – Personal Interview |
| Salary & Benefits | – Rs. 60,000 during training – Pay scale of Rs. 50,000 – 1,60,000 + Allowances |
Candidates can find the discipline-wise post details for SAIL MT (Technical) Recruitment through GATE 2025 below.
| Name of Discipline | Vacancies through GATE 2025 |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 156 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 67 |
| Electrical Engineering | 91 |
| Chemical Engineering | 30 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 36 |
| Mining Engineering | 19 |
| Total | 399 |
Candidates applying for SAIL Management Trainee (Technical) positions through GATE 2025 must meet the following eligibility requirements:
Candidates must meet the following physical and medical requirements:
Refer to the table below for eligible qualifications in each engineering discipline under SAIL MT Recruitment through GATE 2025.
| Disciplines Advertised | Eligible Related Engineering Degrees |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Civil Engineering |
| Computer Science | Computer Science and Information Technology, MCA (Masters in Computer Application) |
| Mechanical Engineering | Mechanical & Automation Engineering, Production & Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering/Technology, Mechanical Production and Tool Engineering, Industrial Engineering/Technology, Thermal Engineering, Manufacturing Process and Automation, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering/Technology, Manufacturing Science and Engineering, Energy Engineering, Machine Engineering, Mechatronics & Automation Engineering |
| Metallurgical Engineering | Material Sciences & Engineering/Technology, Industrial Metallurgy |
| Electrical Engineering | Electrical Machine, Power Systems & High Voltage Engineering, Power Plant Engineering, Electronics & Power Engineering, Power Electronics/Engineering, Electrical Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, Electrical & Power Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
| Chemical Engineering | Chemical Engineering/Technology, Electro Chemical Engineering |
| Instrumentation Engineering | Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Control, Industrial Electronics, Applied Electronics, Electronics Design & Technology, Mechatronics, Electronics & Electrical, Electronics & Power, Electronics Communication & Instrumentation, Instrumentation Engineering/Technology, Instrumentation & Process Control/Engineering, Robotics & Automation/Automation & Robotics, Communication Engineering, Control & Instrumentation Engineering |
Only candidates who possess Indian nationality or Indian citizenship are eligible to take part in the SAIL MT through Gate 2025 examination.
Candidates must have their GATE 2025 registration number ready before beginning the online application for SAIL MT (Technical) Recruitment 2025. Follow the steps below to complete the registration process:
The selection process for SAIL Management Trainees (Technical) through GATE 2025 consists of multiple stages. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their GATE 2025 scores/ranks, followed by further assessment rounds.
| S.No. | Stages of Selection | Parameters | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shortlisting | Based on the category-wise merit list for each discipline using GATE 2025 marks | 75% |
| 2 | Pre-selection | Group Discussion (GD) | 10% |
| 3 | Personal Interview | Individual interview assessment | 15% |
| 4 | Final Selection | Medical Fitness as per SAIL guidelines | Qualifying |
It is important to keep all the necessary documents and certificates ready at the time of filling out the application as the candidate’s registration in SAIL will be provisional and their eligibility will be verified only at the time of GD/Interview. Here’s a list of all the documents needed for a smooth SAIL recruitment process.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General & OBC Candidates | ₹700 |
| SC/ST/PwD Candidates | ₹100 |
Pay Scale:
Candidates selected as Management Trainees (Technical) will be placed in the E-1 grade pay scale of ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000, with an initial basic pay of ₹60,000 during the one-year training-cum-probation period. Upon successful completion, they will be confirmed as Assistant Managers in the same pay scale.
Pay & Allowances:
In addition to basic pay, candidates will receive Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) at applicable rates, along with perks and allowances as per the cafeteria approach.
Variable Pay:
Performance-linked pay will be provided based on both individual and organizational performance.
Additional Benefits:
Employees will be entitled to Company/Leased Accommodation or HRA, medical facilities, group insurance, and other welfare benefits.
Superannuation Benefits:
In addition to the Contributory Provident Fund, Gratuity, and Pension, employees retiring from SAIL after a minimum of 15 years of service will be eligible for Post-Retirement Medical Benefits.
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Ans. The number of vacancies declared for the SAIL Recruitment is 399 for Management Trainee through Gate.
Ans. Yes, the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) is expected to recruit Management Trainees (Technical) through GATE 2025 scores. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their GATE performance, followed by a Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) as part of the selection process.
Ans. To be eligible for the recruitment, candidates must have completed a full-time BE/B. Tech degree in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized institution, with a minimum of 65% marks. The age limit for applicants is between 21 to 28 years, with applicable age relaxations provided as per government norms. Additionally, candidates must possess a valid GATE 2024 score in the corresponding discipline to qualify for the selection process.
Ans. During the 2-year training period, Attendant-cum-Technician Trainees (ACTT) receive a stipend of ₹12,000 in the first year and ₹14,000 in the second year. Operator-cum-Technician Trainees (OCTT) are paid a stipend of ₹14,000 in the first year and ₹16,000 in the second year. A Provident Fund (PF) deduction of ₹1,000 applies to the stipend amount.
Trainees are eligible for a Durga Puja bonus, but it is not equivalent to that of regular employees. For instance, if an employee receives a bonus of ₹20,000, a trainee may receive approximately ₹12,000.
Ans. To be eligible for the SAIL Management Trainee HR Recruitment, candidates must have completed a full-time regular Bachelor’s degree along with a two-year full-time regular postgraduate degree or diploma in disciplines such as Human Resource Management, Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, Organisational Development, or an MBA in a related field.
Authored by, Amay Mathur | Senior Editor
Amay Mathur is a business news reporter at Chegg.com. He previously worked for PCMag, Business Insider, The Messenger, and ZDNET as a reporter and copyeditor. His areas of coverage encompass tech, business, strategy, finance, and even space. He is a Columbia University graduate.
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