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Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification: Apply Online for 1,524 Apprentice
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The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has
officially released the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification
for the engagement of 1,524 Trade and Technician Apprentices across four
major refinery units in India. This recruitment is one of the biggest
apprentice opportunities for ITI pass, Diploma holders, B.Sc., B.Com., B.A.,
and 12th pass candidates who want to begin their career with India's largest
oil refining and marketing company.
The apprenticeship vacancies are available in Bongaigaon
Refinery (Assam), Gujarat Refinery (Vadodara), Mathura Refinery (Uttar
Pradesh), and Paradip Refinery (Odisha). Interested candidates can submit
their online applications from 29 June 2026 to 28 July 2026 through the
official IOCL website. Unlike many government recruitments, there is no
written examination, and candidates will be selected purely on the basis of
merit in their qualifying examination.
If you are looking for a government apprenticeship that
provides practical industry experience in one of India's leading Maharatna
Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), this recruitment is an excellent
opportunity. This article covers everything you need to know, including vacancy
details, eligibility, age limit, selection process, stipend, application
procedure, preparation tips, and FAQs.
IOCL
Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Indian Oil Corporation Limited conducts apprentice
recruitment every year under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973. The 2026
recruitment aims to engage apprentices in various technical and non-technical
trades across four refinery units.
Recruitment Highlights
- Organization:
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
- Post
Name: Trade Apprentice & Technician Apprentice
- Total
Vacancies: 1,524
- Job
Type: Apprenticeship Training
- Application
Mode: Online
- Selection
Process: Merit List, Document Verification & Medical Examination
- Apply
Start Date: 29 June 2026
- Last
Date to Apply: 28 July 2026
- Official
Website: www.iocl.com
IOCL
Apprentice 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of all important events related
to the recruitment.
- Notification
Release Date: 29 June 2026
- Online
Application Starts: 29 June 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last
Date to Apply Online: 28 July 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Eligibility
Cut-off Date: 30 June 2026
- Tentative
Shortlist for Document Verification: 05 August 2026
- Tentative
Document Verification: 11 August to 18 August 2026
Applicants are advised to complete both stages of the online
application well before the deadline to avoid technical issues.
IOCL
Apprentice Vacancy Details
IOCL has announced 1,524 apprentice vacancies across
four refinery units.
Refinery-wise Vacancies
- Gujarat
Refinery – 647 Posts
- Paradip
Refinery – 582 Posts
- Mathura
Refinery – 151 Posts
- Bongaigaon
Refinery – 144 Posts
Trade-wise Vacancies
Recruitment has been announced for the following trades and
disciplines:
- Trade
Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)
- Trade
Apprentice (Fitter)
- Trade
Apprentice (Boiler)
- Technician
Apprentice – Chemical
- Technician
Apprentice – Mechanical
- Technician
Apprentice – Electrical
- Technician
Apprentice – Instrumentation
- Trade
Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant
- Trade
Apprentice – Accountant
- Trade
Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher)
- Trade
Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder)
Candidates can apply for only one trade or discipline
in a refinery unit. Applying for multiple trades may lead to cancellation of
the application.
Eligibility
Criteria
Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions before
applying.
Educational Qualification
The qualification varies depending on the trade.
Eligible qualifications include:
- 12th
Pass
- ITI
in Fitter Trade
- B.Sc.
(Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics/Industrial Chemistry)
- Diploma
in Chemical Engineering
- Diploma
in Mechanical Engineering
- Diploma
in Electrical Engineering
- Diploma
in Instrumentation Engineering
- B.Com.
- B.A.
- B.Sc.
- Skill
Certificate in Domestic Data Entry Operator (for applicable posts)
All qualifications should be obtained through regular
full-time courses from recognized institutions. Candidates awaiting results
are not eligible to apply.
Candidates possessing BE/B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, LLB, or
other higher professional qualifications are not eligible for this
apprenticeship recruitment.
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 30 June 2026.
- Minimum
Age: 18 Years
- Maximum
Age: 24 Years
Age relaxation is available as per Government rules.
- OBC
(NCL): 3 Years
- SC/ST:
5 Years
- PwBD:
Up to 10 Years (depending on category)
The date of birth mentioned in the Class 10 certificate will
be considered final for age verification.
Application
Fee
One of the biggest advantages of this recruitment is that no
application fee is charged.
- General:
No Fee
- OBC:
No Fee
- EWS:
No Fee
- SC/ST:
No Fee
- PwBD:
No Fee
Candidates can complete the entire application process free
of cost.
Selection
Process
Unlike many government recruitments, IOCL does not
conduct a written examination for apprentice engagement.
The selection process consists of the following stages:
Merit List
Candidates are shortlisted purely based on the percentage of
marks obtained in the prescribed educational qualification.
Tie-Breaking Rule
If two candidates obtain the same percentage, preference
will be given to the older candidate. If the date of birth is also the same,
the candidate with higher marks in Class 10 will be ranked higher.
Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates will be called for document
verification at the respective refinery.
Medical Examination
Candidates must qualify the prescribed medical fitness test
before final engagement.
Final Engagement
Candidates clearing all stages will receive the
apprenticeship offer.
Since there is no written exam, candidates with
higher academic marks have a significant advantage in the selection process.
Stipend
& Benefits
Selected apprentices will receive a stipend according to the
provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and IOCL guidelines.
Although the notification does not specify the exact monthly
stipend amount, selected candidates will receive:
- Monthly
stipend as per apprenticeship rules
- Accident
insurance coverage
- Safety
equipment (for eligible technical trades)
- Casual
leave
- General
leave during training
However, apprentices will not receive House Rent
Allowance (HRA) or company accommodation. Completion of apprenticeship
training also does not guarantee permanent employment in IOCL.
Why
Choose IOCL Apprenticeship?
Working as an apprentice at IOCL provides several benefits.
- Training
in a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking
- Hands-on
industrial experience
- Exposure
to refinery operations
- Skill
enhancement
- Better
employability in PSU and private industries
- Certificate
under the Apprentices Act
- Opportunity
to learn from experienced professionals
The apprenticeship experience can strengthen your profile
for future government and private sector jobs.
Documents
Required
Candidates shortlisted for document verification should
carry:
- Class
10 Certificate (Age Proof)
- 12th
Marksheet and Certificate
- ITI/Diploma/Graduation
Mark Sheets
- Final
Qualification Certificate
- CGPA
to Percentage Conversion Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste
Certificate
- EWS
Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD
Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar
Card or other Photo ID
- NAPS/NATS
Registration Printout
- Skill
Certificate (for applicable trades)
- Passport-size
Photographs
Original documents along with self-attested photocopies must
be produced during verification.
How to
Apply Online
The application process consists of two mandatory steps.
Step 1 – Register on NAPS or NATS
Candidates applying for Trade Apprentice posts should
register through the NAPS Portal, while candidates applying for
Technician Apprentice posts should register through the NATS Portal
using the relevant refinery establishment ID.
Step 2 – Submit Microsoft Form
After successfully registering on NAPS/NATS, candidates must
fill in the Microsoft Form available on the IOCL website for their
chosen refinery unit.
Both steps are mandatory. Completing only one step will
result in rejection of the application.
Complete Application Process
- Visit
the IOCL official website.
- Read
the notification carefully.
- Register
on NAPS or NATS.
- Apply
for the relevant refinery and trade.
- Fill
the Microsoft Form using the same registration details.
- Verify
all information before submission.
- Save
the confirmation details for future reference.
Candidates should complete both steps before 28 July 2026
(5:00 PM).
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- Bongaigaon Refinery - Click Here
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