Vizag Steel Junior Trainee 2026 Mock Test Series

• Candidates must carry a printed e-Admit Card and a valid original photo ID proof.
• Reporting time at the test center is strictly 60 minutes before the scheduled commencement.
• Electronic devices, including mobile phones and smartwatches, are prohibited inside the examination hall.
• Rough sheets will be provided by the invigilator and must be returned before leaving the hall.

Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), the corporate entity of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, releases official recruitment notifications for Junior Trainee positions periodically based on operational requirements. Candidates must monitor the official website www.vizagsteel.com under the 'Careers' section for the latest 2026 recruitment updates. All official communication, including corrigendums and exam schedules, is published exclusively on this portal. Applicants are advised to avoid third-party websites for application links or exam dates to prevent data phishing.

To download the official Vizag Steel Junior Trainee notification, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official RINL website at https://www.vizagsteel.com.
2. Navigate to the 'Careers' tab located on the homepage.
3. Locate the link labeled 'Recruitment for Junior Trainee'.
4. Click the 'Download Notification' PDF icon.
5. Save the file for reference regarding syllabus, eligibility, and terms of service.

The application fee for Vizag Steel Junior Trainee is as follows:

• General/OBC/EWS: INR 300 (plus applicable taxes).
• SC/ST/PwBD: Exempted from application fee.
• Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card through the official payment gateway.

The minimum age for applicants is 18 years, and the maximum age is 27 years as of the crucial date specified in the official notification.

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (NCL): 3 years
• PwBD (General): 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India guidelines

Candidates must possess a Matriculation/SSC certificate plus a full-time ITI certificate in the relevant trade (Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder, Electrician, or Instrument Mechanic) from a recognized NCVT/SCVT board. Candidates must also meet the physical standard requirements including minimum height, weight, and chest measurements as defined in the official medical fitness notification.

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
2. Certificate Verification
3. Medical Examination
4. Final Merit List Publication

Note: Each correct answer carries 1 mark. There is a negative marking of 0.25 for every incorrect response.

Selected candidates are placed in the S-3 grade with a basic pay of INR 18,800 during the training period. Upon successful completion of training, the pay scale is revised to INR 20,600 - 3% - 46,500 (Basic Pay). Additional allowances include Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, and medical benefits as per company policy.

Candidates can download the admit card by logging into the RINL recruitment portal using their Registration Number and Password. Mandatory documents for the exam center include: 1) Printed Admit Card 2) Original Photo ID (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Voter ID) 3) Two passport-sized photographs.

Official answer keys are published on the RINL website within 7 days of the CBT. Candidates can raise objections against specific questions within the stipulated window by paying a nominal fee per question. The final answer key is released after reviewing all valid objections.

The final merit list is prepared based on the marks secured in the Computer Based Test. Normalization is applied if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts to ensure fairness. Candidates must qualify in the Medical Examination to be considered for final appointment.

Focus on mastering core ITI trade subjects as they carry 50% weightage. Dedicate 2 hours daily to General Aptitude, specifically Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning. Solve previous year RINL papers to understand the difficulty level. Use standard technical textbooks for trade theory and maintain a revision schedule for formulas and safety protocols.

The following historical cut-off data for the Vizag Steel (RINL) Junior Trainee recruitment is sourced directly from official merit lists and result notifications published by Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL). Data is presented exactly as declared in official recruitment cycles.

Recruitment Cycle: 2019 (Junior Trainee - Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation)

The following cut-off marks represent the minimum scores required for the Computer Based Test (CBT) to qualify for the subsequent stage of the selection process.

Source: Official RINL/VSP Recruitment Notification Ref: Rectt. Advt. No. 02/2019 - Final CBT Result Write-up.

Recruitment Cycle: 2017 (Junior Trainee - Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation)

The following cut-off marks represent the final selection scores for the Junior Trainee recruitment conducted in 2017.

Source: Official RINL/VSP Recruitment Notification Ref: Rectt. Advt. No. 01/2017 - Final Merit List.