Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 144 Graduate, Technician & Trade Apprentice posts. Apply online before 09 March 2026. No exam, merit-based selection.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Region | Eastern Region |
| Advertisement No. | IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2025-26/1 |
| Total Vacancies | 144 Posts |
| Post Type | Apprentice |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 March 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Selection Process | Merit-Based (No Exam) |
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 28.02.2026)
- 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 for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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 09 March 2026 (5:00 PM).
Candidates can apply for only one discipline code.
Important Date
| Application Last Date | 09 March 2026 |
Important Link
ITI Candidates : Click Here