Tata Steel Limited has officially announced its Aspiring Engineer Programme (AEP) – 2026 Batch. This is a premier opportunity for budding engineers to kickstart their careers as Engineer Trainees in Operations, Mining, Maintenance, and Engineering & Projects.+1
If you are a final-year student or a recent graduate looking to join one of India’s most prestigious industrial giants, here is everything you need to know about the Tata Steel hiring process for 2026.
Recruitment Overview Table
| Feature | Details |
| Organization | Tata Steel Limited |
| Position | Engineer Trainee |
| Programme Name | Aspiring Engineer Programme (AEP) 2026 |
| Job Location | PAN India |
| Application Start Date | 16th February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9th March 2026 |
| Stipend (Training) | ₹30,000 per month |
| CTC (Post-Training) | INR 7.4 Lacs per Annum + perks |
| Application Fee | ₹500 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc Engineering degree.+1
- Eligible Batches: 2025 pass-outs or final-year students passing out in 2026.+1
- Eligible Disciplines: Ceramic, Chemical, Civil, Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation/IEM, Mechanical, Metallurgy, Mineral, and Mining.+1
- Diploma Holders: Candidates who completed a three-year diploma and joined the 2nd year of engineering (Lateral Entry) are eligible.+1
- Minimum Marks: * General: 65% or 6.5 CGPA aggregate.+1
- SC/ST/Transperson/PwD: 60% or 6.0 CGPA aggregate.+1
2. Age Limit (as of 1st Jan 2026)
- General Candidates: Max 30 years.+1
- SC/ST/Transperson/PwD: Max 32 years.+1
Training and Career Progression
- Duration: Selected candidates will undergo 1 year of training as Engineer Trainees.+1
- Absorption: Upon successful completion of training and regular evaluations, trainees will be appointed as Assistant Manager (IL6).+1
- Medical Benefits: During training, candidates receive Medi-Claim coverage of ₹2,50,000 per annum (hospitalization) and ₹6,000 (OPD) for self.
Selection Process
The selection involves a rigorous multi-stage process:+1
- Online Functional Test: Assessment of domain-specific technical knowledge.
- Behavioural Assessment: To evaluate soft skills and cultural fit.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will attend interviews either virtually or in person.
- Background Verification: Standard checks will be conducted before final appointment.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Tata Steel recruitment portal:
- Visit https://tslhr.tatasteel.co.in/recruit/AEP26.aspx.
- Fill in the application form and upload the required documents.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₹500 via the online payment gateway.+1
- Important Note: No hard copies are required; all submissions must be digital.
Contact for Queries: If you face issues, email career@tatasteel.com with the subject line “AEP 2026 Query”.