Overview
IOCL has announced recruitment for 501 apprentice posts (Trade, Technician, Graduate) for 2026, with no application fee. Eligibility varies by discipline, with age limits ranging from 18 to 34 years depending on category. Stipends are paid via BOAT and IOCL, with additional Rs. 2,500 as miscellaneous expenses. The selection is merit‑based, with no written test, and successful candidates undergo document verification and medical fitness before receiving an engagement offer.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
- Qualification
- Matric with ITI to Graduate (varies by discipline). Trade Apprentices (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist) require 2‑year ITI; Technician Apprentices (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics) require 3‑year Diploma; Graduate Apprentice requires a graduate degree (BBA/BA/B.Com/B.Sc.) with 50% marks; Data Entry Operator requires Class 12th with a skill certificate.
- Vacancies
- 501
- Posted
- 27.12.2025
- Last date to apply
- 12.01.2026 05:00 PM
Important Dates
| Advertisement Notification Date | 27.12.2025 |
| Date of Opening of Application | 27.12.2025 10:00 AM onwards |
| Last Date of Submission | 12.01.2026 05:00 PM |
| Last Date for Microsoft Office Form Submission | 12.01.2026 05:00 PM |
| Cutoff/Reckoning Date | 31.12.2025 |
| Document Verification Date | To be intimated |
| Period of Apprenticeship Training | 12 Months |
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Vacancy Details
Delhi: 120; Haryana: 30; Punjab: 49; Himachal Pradesh: 9; Chandigarh: 30; J&K: 8; Rajasthan: 90; Uttar Pradesh: 140; Uttarakhand: 25
Selection Process
No written test/interview. Merit list based on percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification. Preference for first‑time apprentices. Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification and pre‑engagement medical fitness. Successful candidates receive an offer of engagement.
How to Apply
Register as Graduate/Technician/Trade Apprentice on the respective NAPS or NATS portal for your state., Ensure your profile (personal, educational, category) is complete and accurate., Login to the portal using your User ID/Email ID., Apply for the apprenticeship openings using the Establishment ID: NATS – NDLSDC000005 / NAPS – E05200700003., Submit your details along with preferred state and three preferred locations via the Microsoft Office Form (https://forms.office.com/r/JtB9aJALr9) by 12.01.2026 05:00 PM., Check the official website and your registered email/mobile for updates on document verification., Attend document verification with all original documents and self‑attested copies., Complete the pre‑engagement medical fitness test., Upon successful verification and medical fitness, receive an offer of engagement for apprenticeship training.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IOCL Trade/ Technician/ Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 501 Posts?
Advertisement Notification Date: 27.12.2025; Date of Opening of Application: 27.12.2025 10:00 AM onwards; Last Date of Submission: 12.01.2026 05:00 PM; Last Date for Microsoft Office Form Submission: 12.01.2026 05:00 PM; Cutoff/Reckoning Date: 31.12.2025; Document Verification Date: To be intimated; Period of Apprenticeship Training: 12 Months
What is the application fee?
General: 0; SC/ST: 0; OBC-NCL: 0; PwBD: 0
What is the age limit?
General/UR/EWS: 18–24 years; SC/ST: 18–29 years; OBC‑NCL: 18–27 years; PwBD (General): 18–34 years; PwBD (SC/ST): 18–39 years; PwBD (OBC‑NCL): 18–37 years
What is the selection process?
No written test/interview. Merit list based on percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification. Preference for first‑time apprentices. Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification and pre‑engagement medical fitness. Successful candidates receive an offer of engagement.