Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Recruitment 2026 Out For Vacancy Apply Online

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a leading Government of India undertaking, has announced a new recruitment notification for 2026. The recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates to join India’s leading oil and gas company through its Pipelines Division Apprentice programme. Candidates who have completed the required educational qualifications can apply for various Technical and Non-Technical Apprentice positions. Interested applicants should check the eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend, selection process and application instructions before submitting their applications.

Post Short Description

• Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)

• Job Category: Central Government Job

• Post Name: Apprentice

• Total Vacancies: 500

• Job Location: All Over India

• Application Mode: Online

• Training Duration: 12 Months

• Selection: No Written Examination / No Interview

Vacancy Details

• Eastern Region Pipelines – 116 Posts

• Western Region Pipelines – 149 Posts

• Northern Region Pipelines – 110 Posts

• Southern Region Pipelines – 46 Posts

• South Eastern Region Pipelines – 79 Posts

Qualification

Candidates must possess the following educational qualifications:

• Technician Apprentice (Mechanical): Diploma in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering.

• Technician Apprentice (Electrical): Diploma in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.

• Technician Apprentice (Telecommunication & Instrumentation): Diploma in relevant engineering disciplines.

• Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource): Any Degree.

• Trade Apprentice (Accountant): B.Com Degree.

• Data Entry Operator: 12th Pass.

• Domestic Data Entry Operator: 12th Pass with a relevant skill certificate.

Additional Requirements:

• Diploma and Degree candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates against reserved positions).

• Candidates must possess full-time qualifications from a recognized institution.

• Higher professional qualifications such as B.E., B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB and MCA are not eligible.

Salary Details

• Monthly Stipend: As per Apprentices Act and applicable IOCL guidelines.

• Stipend will be provided according to the relevant apprenticeship rules.

• Training Duration: 12 Months.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years

• Maximum Age: 24 Years

• Age Calculation Date: 30.11.2026

Age Relaxation:

• SC / ST: 5 Years

• OBC (NCL): 3 Years

• PwBD: 10 Years

• PwBD (SC/ST): Additional 5 Years

• PwBD (OBC): Additional 3 Years

Application Fee

• All Candidates: No Application Fee.

• There is no application fee for this recruitment.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

• Merit List Based on Educational Qualification Marks

• Certificate Verification

• Medical Fitness Examination

Note: There will be no written examination or personal interview. Selection will be based on qualifying examination marks.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 06.11.2026

• Application Starting Date: 06.11.2026

• Last Date to Apply: 05.12.2026

• Qualification and Age Cut-off Date: 30.11.2026

How to Apply

• Visit the NATS or NAPS official registration portal.

• Register yourself according to your eligible apprenticeship trade.

• Technician Apprentice and Graduate/Trade Apprentice candidates should register through NATS.

• Data Entry Operator candidates should register through NAPS.

• Select the appropriate IOCL apprenticeship opportunity.

• Enter the relevant IOCL Establishment ID.

• Visit the IOCL Pipelines online application portal.

• Complete Part-I Registration with your personal details.

• Complete Part-II Registration with your educational qualification details.

• Enter your NATS / NAPS Registration Number.

• Upload your photograph and signature.

• Verify all the details and submit the application.

• Download and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.