IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification released for Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentice posts. Check 335 vacancies, eligibility, age limit, selection process and apply online before November 4, 2026
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Division | Marketing Division, Western Region |
| Advertisement No. | IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 |
| Recruitment Type | Apprenticeship |
| Posts | Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice |
| Training Period | 12 Months |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Portal | NAPS / NATS |
| Last Date | November 4, 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Written Examination | No |
| Interview | No |
IOCL Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| State/UT | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | 149 |
| Gujarat | 57 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 57 |
| Goa | 18 |
| Chhattisgarh | 18 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 18 |
| Daman and Diu | 18 |
| Total | 335 |
Eligibility Criteria
Education Qualification
Candidates must possess the required qualification in regular full-time mode :
| Apprentice Type | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Graduate in any discipline Minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) |
| Technician Apprentice | 3-year Diploma in Engineering in relevant discipline : Mechanical Electrical Civil Instrumentation Electrical & Electronics Electronics |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Matric (10th) + ITI in relevant trade: Fitter Electrician Electronics Mechanic Instrument Mechanic Machinist |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator | 12th Pass (Class XII) Skill Certificate (where applicable) |
Age Limit (as on 30.09.2026)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 24 years
- Age Relaxation as per rules
Stipend
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per Apprentices Act norms:
- Graduate Apprentice – As per prescribed government rates
- Technician Apprentice – As per norms
- Trade Apprentice – As per norms
No additional allowances such as HRA, TA, or DA will be provided.
Selection Process
The selection process is completely merit-based
- No Written Examination
- No Interview
- Selection based on percentage of marks in the qualifying examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
Final engagement will be subject to verification of documents and medical fitness.
How To Apply
Candidates must complete the following steps:
- Register on the appropriate portal
- NAPS (for Trade Apprentices) : https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/
- NATS (for Graduate/Technician Apprentices) : https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php
- Search for IOCL Eastern Region Establishment.
- Apply using the correct discipline code.
- Submit the application before 04 November 2026 (5:00 PM).
Candidates can apply for only one discipline code.
Important Date
| Application Last Date | 04 November 2026 |
Important Link
| Details | Read |