Big Opportunity in Steel PSUs: SAIL, RINL Invite Applications for Director-Level Roles
New Delhi: India’s leading steel sector public sector enterprises, Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) and Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), have announced major board-level vacancies through the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB).
The vacancies include the post of Director (Finance) at SAIL and Director (Personnel) at RINL, offering experienced professionals an opportunity to join the leadership teams of two strategic steel PSUs under the Ministry of Steel.
SAIL Invites Applications for Director (Finance)
SAIL, a Maharatna PSU and one of India’s largest steel producers, is recruiting for the post of Director (Finance).
The selected executive will be responsible for overall financial management, corporate accounts, policy formulation, and implementation of financial strategies across the organization.
Key Details — SAIL Director (Finance)
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Pay Scale: Rs. 1,80,000 – 3,40,000 (IDA)
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Company Status: Maharatna PSU
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Government Shareholding: 65%
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Last Date to Apply: June 17, 2026 (3:00 PM)
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should ideally possess:
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Chartered Accountancy,
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Cost Accountancy, or
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Full-time MBA/PGDM specialization in Finance.
Preference will be given to Chartered Accountants.
Applicants must also have at least five years of cumulative senior-level experience in corporate financial management or accounts during the last ten years.
As of March 31, 2026, SAIL employed 49,752 regular employees across its operations.
RINL Announces Director (Personnel) Vacancy
RINL, the corporate entity behind Vizag Steel Plant and a Navratna PSU, has invited applications for the position of Director (Personnel).
The role involves oversight of personnel management, industrial relations, HR strategy, and administrative functions.
Key Details — RINL Director (Personnel)
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Pay Scale: Rs. 75,000 – 1,00,000
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Company Status: Navratna PSU
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Government Shareholding: 100%
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Last Date to Apply: June 16, 2026 (3:00 PM)
Experience Requirements
RINL has specified three experience categories for applicants:
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Strong HR/IR/Personnel management experience,
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Combination of HR and project leadership exposure,
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Leadership of large workforce-intensive industrial operations.
Candidates with MBA/PGDM or postgraduate qualifications in HR or Personnel Management will receive preference.
RINL employed 9,178 regular employees as of March 31, 2026.
Who Can Apply?
Both vacancies are open to eligible candidates from:
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Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs),
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Central Government services,
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Armed Forces,
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Public Sector Banks,
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State PSUs,
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Large private sector companies,
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Joint ventures and cooperative federations meeting turnover criteria.
Private sector candidates from listed companies may receive preference during the selection process.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online through the official PESB portal:
Applicants can either:
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Submit applications online through the proper channel, or
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Print and send offline copies after completing online submission.
Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.
Why These Steel PSU Vacancies Are Important
The appointments come at a crucial phase for India’s steel industry as public sector steel companies focus on modernization, financial discipline, capacity expansion, workforce optimization, and operational efficiency.
Leadership roles such as Director (Finance) and Director (Personnel) are considered critical in driving long-term growth strategies and strengthening governance in strategic steel PSUs.