Overview
IOCL has announced recruitment for 394 Apprentices (Multiple Trades) with a stipend as per the Apprentices Act. Eligibility requires 12th pass or trade‑specific diploma/graduation, age 18‑24 with relaxations for SC/ST, OBC, and PwBD. Applications are to be made through NATS/NAPS portals and the Indian Oil Pipelines portal between 28/01/2026 and 10/02/2026. Selection is merit‑based with no written test or interview, and reserved seats are reallocated in a specified order.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
- Qualification
- 12th Pass / Diploma / Graduation (Trade‑wise). Specific trade qualifications: Mechanical – Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile Engineering; Electrical – Diploma in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics Engineering; Telecommunication & Instrumentation – Diploma in Electronics & Communication/Telecommunication/Radio Communication/Instrumentation & Control/Process Control; Assistant‑Human Resource – Bachelor degree; Accountant – Bachelor degree in Commerce; Data Entry Operator (Fresher) – Minimum 12th Pass; Domestic Data Entry Operator – Minimum 12th Pass with Skill Certificate of Domestic Data Entry Operator
- Vacancies
- 394
- Posted
- 23/01/2026
- Last date to apply
- 10/02/2026 11:59 PM (IST)
Important Dates
| notification_date | 23/01/2026 |
| application_opening_date | 28/01/2026 |
| application_last_date | 10/02/2026 11:59 PM (IST) |
| cut_off_date | 31/01/2026 |
| start_date_for_apply | 28/01/2026 |
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Vacancy Details
Assam: 10; Bihar: 21; Jharkhand: 3; Uttar Pradesh: 29; West Bengal: 38; Gujarat: 77; Madhya Pradesh: 5; Maharashtra: 12; Rajasthan: 42; Delhi: 7; Haryana: 11; Himachal Pradesh: 4; Punjab: 19; Rajasthan (NRPL): 3; Uttar Pradesh (NRPL): 8; Uttarakhand: 0; Andhra Pradesh: 2; Karnataka: 5; Tamil Nadu: 33; Andhra Pradesh (SERPL): 14; Chhattisgarh: 5; Jharkhand (SERPL): 2; Odisha: 37; Telangana: 5
Selection Process
Candidates registered in NAPS/NATS portal are considered. Merit list is prepared based on percentage of marks in essential qualification. No written test or interview. Reserved seats reallocated in priority order: SC → ST → OBC → EWS → UR. Verification of original documents and medical fitness required before joining.
How to Apply
Register as a Technician/Trade/Graduate Apprentice on the respective state portal (NATS or NAPS)., Login to the portal using your credentials and apply for the apprenticeship openings using the establishment ID for the region., Complete the application in the Indian Oil Pipelines portal (https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/)., Use the same e‑mail ID and mobile number as used in the NATS/NAPS portal., Complete Part‑I registration (basic details, password) and Part‑II registration (photo, signature, educational details)., Submit the final application and print a copy for future reference., Ensure all documents are verified and you are medically fit before joining.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IOCL Pipelines Division Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 394 Apprentices Posts?
notification date: 23/01/2026; application opening date: 28/01/2026; application last date: 10/02/2026 11:59 PM (IST); cut off date: 31/01/2026; start date for apply: 28/01/2026
What is the application fee?
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What is the age limit?
18 to 24 years (as on 31/01/2026). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years, OBC (NCL) +3 years, PwBD +10 years, PwBD‑SC/ST +5 years, PwBD‑OBC (NCL) +3 years
What is the selection process?
Candidates registered in NAPS/NATS portal are considered. Merit list is prepared based on percentage of marks in essential qualification. No written test or interview. Reserved seats reallocated in priority order: SC → ST → OBC → EWS → UR. Verification of original documents and medical fitness required before joining.