Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has announced a recruitment drive for Management Trainee (Technical) positions, offering 124 vacancies across disciplines such as Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical and Metallurgy. This is a significant opportunity for engineering graduates to join a Maharatna PSU without the requirement of the GATE score, marking a shift in the selection process to an online examination followed by group discussion and interview.
SAIL Management Trainee Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Organization Name | Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) |
| Post Name | Management Trainee (Technical) |
| No. of Posts | 124 |
| Job Category | PSU Recruitment – Technical Cadre |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 05 December 2025 |
| Official Website | www.sailcareers.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 12 November 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 15 November 2025 |
| Online Application Ends | 05 December 2025 |
| Tentative CBT Exam | January–February 2026 |
SAIL MT Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
SAIL has invited applications for 124 Management Trainee (Technical) posts across multiple engineering disciplines. These positions are designed for young engineering graduates looking to begin their careers in a leading public‑sector infrastructure company.
| Discipline | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Chemical | 5 |
| Civil | 14 |
| Computer | 4 |
| Electrical | 44 |
| Instrumentation | 7 |
| Mechanical | 30 |
| Metallurgy | 20 |
| Total | 124 |
Education Details
Full‑time regular B.E./B.Tech degree in the relevant engineering discipline is required.
Minimum aggregate marks: 65% for General/OBC/EWS candidates; 55‑60% for SC/ST/PwBD as applicable.
Candidates must be under 28 years of age as of the cut‑off date (born on or after 5 December 1997) with applicable age relaxations for reserved categories.
Salary
During training: Basic pay of ₹50,000 per month in the pay scale of ₹50,000–₹1,60,000.
On successful completion of training: Absorption as Assistant Manager in E1 grade with pay scale of ₹60,000–₹1,80,000 plus allowances and other benefits.
Age Limit
Maximum age for General/EWS category is 28 years as of the specified cut‑off date. Age relaxation applies for OBC (Non‑Creamy Layer) by 3 years, SC/ST by 5 years, and other categories as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Computer‑Based Test (CBT)
- Group Discussion (GD) & Personal Interview (PI)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
Weightage: CBT ~75%–85%, GD/PI ~10%–15% (varies as per notification).
Exam Pattern
| Part | Subjects Covered | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | Domain Knowledge (Engineering discipline) | ~100 | ~100 | ~40 minutes |
| Part II | Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English, General Awareness | ~100 | ~100 | ~80 minutes |
| Total | Combined (Part I + Part II) | ~200 | ~200 | ~120 minutes |
- The test is online, objective multiple‑choice questions.
- Negative marking is likely (typically ¼ mark for wrong answers).
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS candidates: ₹1,050 (approx).
- SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / SAIL employee: ₹300 (approx) or as per final notification.
- Fee payment is online only via debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
How to Apply
- Visit the official SAIL careers website and navigate to the “Management Trainee Recruitment 2025” link.
- Register (new user) or login (existing user) with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form with personal, academic, communication and category details.
- Upload scanned documents: passport‑size photograph, signature, educational certificates and category certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Download and print the filled application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Official Links
| Official Website | www.sailcareers.com |
| SAIL MT Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Application Form Link | Click Here |







