Tata Steel Aspiring Engineer Programme (AEP) 2026 – Apply Online for Engineer Trainee (PAN India)

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Tata Steel Aspiring Engineer Programme (AEP) 2026 – Apply Online for Engineer Trainee (PAN India)

Tata Steel has officially announced the Aspiring Engineer Programme (AEP) – 2026 Batch, inviting applications from fresh engineering graduates and final-year students across India. This prestigious programme offers a structured pathway to begin a long-term career with one of India’s most respected industrial organizations.

📌 About Tata Steel AEP 2026

The Aspiring Engineer Programme (AEP) is designed to nurture young engineering talent through a 1-year structured training program. Successful candidates will be trained across Operations, Mining, Maintenance, and Engineering & Projects, with the opportunity to transition into a full-time leadership role upon completion.

🔧 Job Role: Engineer Trainee (AEP 2026)

Programme Name: Aspiring Engineer Programme (AEP) – 2026
Job Code: TAG/18/2026
Location: PAN India
Training Duration: 1 Year
Post-Training Role: Assistant Manager (IL6)* (on successful completion)

🎓 Educational Qualification (Eligibility)

Candidates must meet all of the following criteria:

Full-time B.E / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engineering)
Pass-outs of 2025 or Final-year students (2026 batch)
Disciplines eligible:
- Ceramic
- Chemical
- Civil
- Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / IEM
- Mechanical
- Metallurgy
- Mineral
- Mining
Diploma holders who joined 2nd year of Engineering (lateral entry) are eligible
Must be from AICTE / UGC approved full-time campus programs

🔹 Preference will be given to candidates domiciled in Jharkhand, Punjab, Maharashtra, and Odisha

📊 Minimum Marks Required

Category	Minimum Marks
General	65% or 6.5 CGPA
SC / ST	60% or 6.0 CGPA
PwD	60% or 6.0 CGPA
Transgender	60% or 6.0 CGPA

🎂 Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)

General: Up to 30 years
SC / ST / PwD / Transgender: Up to 32 years

💼 Programme Benefits & Emoluments

Monthly Stipend: ₹30,000 during 1-year training
Medical Coverage:
- Hospitalization up to ₹2,50,000 per annum
- OPD coverage up to ₹6,000 per annum (self only)
Post-Training CTC: ₹7.4 LPA + additional benefits (as per company policy)*

📝 Selection Process

Online Functional Domain Test
Behavioral Assessment
Interview (Virtual or In-Person)

⚠️ Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.

🗓️ Important Dates

Online Applications Open: 16 February 2026
Last Date to Apply: 9 March 2026
Admit Card / Call Letter: 2nd–3rd week of March 2026

💳 Application Fee

Assessment Fee: ₹500 (Online Payment Only)
Fees once paid are non-refundable.

📌 Important Guidelines

Tata Steel employees on permanent rolls are not eligible
Selected candidates may be transferred across Tata Steel divisions, subsidiaries, or JVs
Background verification is mandatory
No travel reimbursement provided
Communication will be only via registered email ID

🧭 How to Apply for Tata Steel AEP 2026

Visit the official Tata Steel Careers page
Click on “Aspiring Engineer Programme 2026”
Complete the online application form
Upload all required documents
Pay the assessment fee online and submit

📧 Application Support: career@tatasteel.com
(Use subject line: “AEP 2026 Query”)

Click Here : Official Detailed Notification PDF

Apply Now

🌟 Why Choose Tata Steel?

With over a century of excellence, Tata Steel is one of the world’s largest steel producers, known for its ethical values, employee-centric culture, and global exposure. The AEP programme is an excellent launchpad for engineers aspiring to build a strong technical and leadership career.

🔔 Final Note

This is a highly competitive programme with limited seats. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply early and ensure all details are accurate before submission.

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