NMDC Steel Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 102 Vacancies (Employment Notification No. 05/2026)

NMDC Steel Limited (NSL), a premier Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Steel operating the massive 3.0 MTPA Integrated Steel Plant at Nagarnar, Chhattisgarh, has officially released the comprehensive notification for Executive Trainee positions. Under Employment Notification No. 05/2026, a total of 102 vacancies have been advertised across diverse engineering, management, and professional disciplines.

The online application portal went live on 22nd July 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online until 11th August 2026 (11:45 PM).

Recruitment Overview

Feature	Details
Organization Name	NMDC Steel Limited (NSL)
Ministry	Ministry of Steel, Government of India
Recruitment Notification No.	05/2026
Post Name	Executive Trainee
Total Vacancies	102 Posts
Job / Posting Location	Nagarnar, Chhattisgarh (3.0 MTPA Integrated Steel Plant)
Application Mode	Online
Online Registration Starts	22nd July 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online	11th August 2026 (11:45 PM)
Official Website	nsltd.in

Discipline-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

The 102 vacancies are distributed across 10 specialized engineering and corporate disciplines:

Discipline / Post Name	Total Vacancies
Mechanical	51
Electrical	22
Finance	7
Chemical	4
Computer & Information Technology	4
Ceramics	3
Civil	3
Human Resources (HR)	3
Metallurgy	3
Instrumentation	2
Grand Total	102 Posts

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications (Discipline-Wise)

• Engineering Disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Computer & IT, Ceramics, Civil, Metallurgy, Instrumentation): Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in the relevant branch from a recognized University/Institute with a minimum of 60% marks aggregate for UR/EWS/OBC (Relaxed marks applicable for SC/ST/PwBD candidates).
• Finance: Intermediate Examination pass from ICAI (CA) or ICWAI (CMA), or Graduation with MBA (Finance) from a recognized institute/university.
• Human Resources (HR): Graduation with a Post-Graduate Degree / Post-Graduate Diploma (2-year full-time) in HR / Personnel Management / Industrial Relations / Social Work / Labour Welfare, or MBA with specialization in HR/Personnel Management.

2. Age Limit (As of 11th August 2026)

• Maximum Age Limit: 27 Years
• Age Relaxations: Upper age limits are relaxed in accordance with Government of India guidelines:
  • SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) / Ex-Servicemen: As per extant rules
  • Departmental Candidates: Up to 10 Years

Salary Structure, Training & Pay Scale

• Training Period: Selected candidates undergo a rigorous 6-month training program.
• Stipend During Training: Basic Pay of ₹50,000/- per month plus applicable Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA) and perks.
• Regular Pay Scale (Post Successful Completion of Training): Placed in the Executive Scale of ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000/- (E-1 Grade). Annual CTC includes house rent allowances, medical benefits, performance-related pay, and superannuation benefits as per company guidelines.

Selection Process

The multi-stage selection structure is designed to evaluate technical depth, aptitude, and managerial fit:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT): Carries a weightage of 70%. The exam comprises objective-type questions divided into Professional Knowledge (Subject) and General Aptitude (Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, and English). Conducted in bilingual format (English and Hindi).
2. Group Discussion (GD): Carries a weightage of 15% for candidates shortlisted based on CBT performance.
3. Personal Interview: Carries a weightage of 15% to assess communication and overall executive potential.
4. Document Verification & Medical Examination: Final screening stage prior to official issuance of the appointment letter.

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS Categories: ₹500/- (Non-refundable application fee)
• SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Departmental Candidates: Exempted from payment of application fees.
• Payment Gateway: Online payment via SBI Collect using Net Banking, Debit Cards, Credit Cards, or UPI.

How to Apply Online

Follow these step-by-step instructions to complete your registration before the deadline:

1. Official Careers Portal: Go to the official NMDC Steel Limited website at nsltd.in and click on the “Careers” section.
2. Access Notification: Click on the link reading “Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 under Employment Notification No. 05/2026”.
3. New Registration: Click on “New Registration” and enter your basic details, active mobile number, and valid email ID to generate login credentials.
4. Fill Application Form: Log back in using your credentials and fill out your personal information, academic qualifications, and discipline choices carefully.
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, category certificate (if applicable), and educational certificates in the specified formats.
6. Fee Payment: Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the integrated SBI Collect payment gateway.
7. Final Submission: Submit the final form and download/print a hard copy of the submission confirmation page for your records.

🔗 Apply Online / Official NSL Careers Portal Link

📄 Download Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: How many vacancies are announced under NMDC Steel Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

A: A total of 102 vacancies have been notified across 10 engineering and management disciplines.

Q2: What is the last date to submit the online application form?

A: The online application window closes on 11th August 2026 at 11:45 PM.

Q3: What is the age limit to apply for these posts?

A: The upper age limit is 27 years as of 11th August 2026, with standard category relaxations for SC, ST, and OBC candidates.

Q4: Is there an application fee for SC/ST candidates?

A: No, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and departmental candidates are completely exempted from paying the application fee.

Q5: Where will selected candidates be posted?

A: Selected executive trainees will be posted at NMDC Steel Limited’s 3.0 MTPA Integrated Steel Plant located in Nagarnar, Chhattisgarh.