Arand Steel Written Exam Held With More Than 1,000 Candidates

The first stage of the recruitment exam of Arand Lenjan Steel Company – a young, pioneering industrial unit in the production of pre-painted steel sheet – was successfully held on Friday, February 6, 2026, at the Islamic Azad University, Sedeh Lenjan Branch.

The event drew an impressive turnout of more than 1,000 candidates across morning and afternoon sessions, which not only reflects the high trust of the local community and Isfahan Province in the company, but is also seen as a notable achievement for a private enterprise in attracting talented and skilled people. The broad participation of candidates in the Arand Steel exam signals a clear vision and a promising future for this production unit, and the large number of applicants demonstrates the significant job-creation and economic development potential this industrial project will bring to the country.

Exam Organization and Procedures

The first session of the exam began at exactly 8:30 a.m. on Friday. This session was for candidates holding a high-school diploma or associate degree, with male and female applicants competing simultaneously in seven job areas: packaging, loading and unloading, crane operation, security, washing and lubrication, restaurant, and welfare and services.

The afternoon session started at 2 p.m., with male and female candidates holding bachelor’s and master’s degrees competing for positions in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, metallurgical engineering, accounting, management, electrical engineering, industrial engineering and computer engineering.

Participation of Executive, Security and Emergency Organizations

The first stage of the exam was the result of cooperation among several executive, security, emergency and supervisory bodies. Islamic Azad University, as host and organizer, provided the main venue and staff. The police were stationed on site and were responsible for security and order. The Red Crescent and the health network were present to cover possible medical emergencies, and the fire department oversaw compliance with safety standards. In addition, the board of directors and a 10-person team from Zarrin Foolad Shahriari Company visited the exam on site and supervised its proper conduct.

Preliminary results will be published on February 12, 2026, and successful candidates will be invited to in-person interviews.