SAIL Recruitment through GATE: Application Form, Important Dates & Selection Process

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Sanhita Kundu

Update on 4 Oct, 2025, 09:16 PM IST

The Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) is set to recruit Management Trainees (Technical) through the GATE exam. Eligible candidates with valid GATE scores can apply online via the official website sail.co.in. SAIL recruitment through GATE 2025 covers eight major engineering disciplines and offers attractive pay scales and career growth for selected candidates. The selection will be based on GATE scores, group discussions, and personal interviews. Candidates looking to apply should ensure they meet all eligibility criteria and submit the application within the stipulated dates.

 

Table of Contents
  1. Quick Facts about SAIL Recruitment through GATE
  2. SAIL Recruitment through GATE: Important Dates
  3. Eligibility Criteria for SAIL Recruitment through GATE
  4. SAIL Recruitment Application Form 2025
  5. Selection Process for SAIL Recruitment through GATE
  6. SAIL Job Profile and Pay Scale
  7. Conclusion

 

Quick Facts about SAIL Recruitment through GATE

Here are the essential details about SAIL recruitment through GATE:

Parameter

Details

Name of PSU

Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)

Post

Management Trainees (Technical)

Previous Year Vacancies

249

Disciplines

Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Metallurgical Engineering

Official Website

sail.co.in

 

SAIL Recruitment through GATE: Important Dates

Candidates planning to apply for SAIL recruitment should note the following schedule to avoid missing deadlines.

Event

Date

GATE 2026 Application Form Release

28 August 2025

Last Date to Apply for GATE 2025 (Without Late Fee)

6 October 2025

Last Date to Apply for GATE 2025 (With Late Fee)

9 October 2025

GATE 2026 Exam

7, 8, 14 & 15 February 2026

GATE Result

19 March 2026

SAIL Recruitment Application Start

July 2026

SAIL Recruitment Application End

July 2026

 

Eligibility Criteria for SAIL Recruitment through GATE

Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria set by SAIL.

 

Basic Eligibility Parameters

Parameter

Requirement

Nationality

Only Indian citizens

Qualification

Full-time 4-year B.Tech/B.E. or AMIE in relevant discipline

Minimum Marks

General/OBC: 65%

Age Limit

Maximum 28 years (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per rules)

Final Year Students

Not eligible

Medical Standards

Must meet SAIL medical requirements including height, weight, vision, and physical fitness

NOC

Required from current employer if employed in Government/PSU

GATE Paper

Must match relevant discipline as specified by SAIL

 

Detailed Eligibility for Disciplines

Discipline

Eligible GATE Paper & Related Engineering Fields

Mechanical Engineering

ME: Mechanical, Mechatronics, Production & Industrial Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Energy Engineering

Metallurgical Engineering

MT: Metallurgy, Materials Science & Engineering, Industrial Metallurgy

Electrical Engineering

EE: Electrical, Electrical & Electronics, Power Systems, Power Electronics, Instrumentation & Control

Instrumentation Engineering

IN: Electronics, Electronics & Instrumentation, Electronics & Communication, Control & Automation, Robotics

Chemical Engineering

CH: Chemical, Electrochemical Engineering

Mining Engineering

MN: Mining, Mining & Machinery, Mineral Engineering

Computer Science & IT

CS: Computer Science, Information Technology

Electronics & Communication

EC: Electronics, Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication

Civil Engineering

CE: Civil, Structural Engineering

 

SAIL Recruitment Application Form 2025

Candidates must follow the steps below to successfully submit the SAIL 2025 application form:

  1. Visit the official website sail.co.in and register using your details.
  2. Enter personal, academic, and other relevant information accurately.
  3. Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph (50 KB), signature (20 KB), left thumb impression, and GATE 2026 admit card.
  4. Review all details before submission as edits cannot be made after submission.
  5. Verify your registration via the link sent to your email and SMS.
  6. Make the application fee payment: INR 700 for General/OBC and INR 100 for SC/ST/PwD/Departmental candidates via SBI Collect.
  7. After payment, log in using your SAIL Registration Number and Date of Birth to submit the SBI Collect reference number.
  8. Download the Provisional Registration Slip after payment confirmation. Only candidates with confirmed payment will be considered.

 

Selection Process for SAIL Recruitment through GATE

The recruitment process includes multiple stages to ensure selection of the most suitable candidates.

Stage

Weightage

Shortlisting based on GATE score

75%

Group Discussion (GD)

10%

Personal Interview (PI)

15%

Medical Fitness

As per SAIL guidelines

Candidates must secure a minimum 50 percentile (General/EWS) and 40 percentile (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) in GATE 2025 to be considered for shortlisting.

 

SAIL Job Profile and Pay Scale

Selected candidates will join as Management Trainees (Technical) in E1 grade.

  • Training & Probation: One year training, followed by designation as Junior Manager.
  • Pay Scale: Basic pay of INR 50,000/- p.m. (during training), post-training scale INR 60,000–1,80,000/-.
  • Perks: Standard SAIL allowances and benefits as per company policy.

 

Conclusion

SAIL recruitment through GATE 2026 offers an excellent career opportunity for engineering graduates across multiple disciplines. Candidates must carefully check eligibility, apply within the given dates, and prepare for the selection stages including GD and PI. Meeting the required GATE score and ensuring all application formalities are completed will significantly enhance the chances of securing a career with one of India's leading public sector undertakings.

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