IOCL Apprentice Recruitment Overview
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has officially released official notification for the recruitment of 335 Apprentice (Technician, Trade and Graduate) vacancies. Online applications start from 05th October 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official IOCL website. The last date to submit the application form is 04th November 2026.
| Company | Indian Oil Corporation Oil (IOCL) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Apprentice (Trade, Technician, Graduate) |
| Advertisement No. | IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 dated 05.10.2026 |
| Total Posts | 335 |
| Gender | Both Male and Female are eligible |
| Stipend | Rate of stipend payable to apprentices per month shall be as prescribed under Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules 1992/2019/2025 as amended from time to time. |
| Age Limit | 18 - 24 years (as on 30/09/2026) |
| Qualification | Matriculation with regular full-time / Class 12th pass / Graduate / ITI / Diploma in Engineering (as per relevant post) |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Start Date of Apply | 05/10/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 04/11/2026 |
| Application Fee | Not Mentioned |
| Website | https://iocl.com/ |
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment Vacancy Details
| State / UT | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | 149 |
| Gujarat | 57 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 57 |
| Goa | 18 |
| Chhattisgarh | 18 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 18 |
| Daman & Diu | 18 |
| Grand Total | 335 |
| Apprentice Category | Code | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Technician | 101-106 | 99 |
| Trade/ITI | 107-111 | 40 |
| Graduate | 112 | 174 |
| Data Entry Operator | 113-114 | 22 |
| Grand Total | 335 |
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18 - 24 years (as on 30/09/2026) Note: For more details, Please refer the official website. |
| Experience | Not required / Fresher |
Educational qualification
| Discipline | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation/Civil/Electrical & Electronics/Electronics) | 3-year regular full-time Diploma in the respective Engineering discipline, min. 50% aggregate (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 45% (SC/ST/PwBD, reserved positions), from a recognized Institute/University |
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter/Electrician/Electronics Mechanic/Instrument Mechanic/Machinist) | Matriculation with a regular full-time 2-year ITI course in the respective trade, recognized by NCVT/SCVT |
| Graduate Apprentice | Regular full-time Graduate in any discipline (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA, etc.), min. 50% aggregate (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 45% (SC/ST/PwBD, reserved positions), from a recognized Institute/University |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | Class 12th (below graduate), min. 50% aggregate (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 45% (SC/ST/PwBD, reserved positions) |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | Class 12th (below graduate) plus a 'Domestic Data Entry Operator' Skill Certificate (training under 1 year) from a body recognized under the National Skill Qualifications Framework or the Central Government |
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment Salary
Rate of stipend payable to apprentices per month shall be as prescribed under Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules 1992/2019/2025 as amended from time to time.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment Age Limit and Relaxation
| Category | Age Limit (as on 30/09/2026) |
|---|---|
| GEN/EWS/UR | 18 to 24 years |
| OBC (NCL) | Up to 27 years (+3 years) |
| SC/ST | Up to 29 years (+5 years) |
| PwBD (General) | Up to 34 years (+10 years) |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | Up to 37 years (+13 years) |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | Up to 39 years (+15 years) |
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment Selection Process
- Online Application
- Merit List
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
- Offer of Engagement
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 05/10/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 05/10/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 04/11/2026 |
| Cut-off/Reckoning Date (Age & Qualification) | 30/09/2026 |
| Qualification Acquisition Window – Graduate/Technician | 01/04/2023 to 30/09/2026 |
| Qualification Acquisition Window – Trade (ITI/DEO) | 01/04/2023 to 30/09/2026 |
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official website of IOCL at https://iocl.com/
- Step 2: Go to the “Careers” section and click on “Apprenticeships”.
- Step 3: Open the link for Advertisement No. and read the detailed notification carefully.
- Step 4: Click on “Click here to Register/Apply on NAPS/NATS” and submit your application.
- Step 5: Upload the required documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Step 6: Submit the application form.
- Step 7: Take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
| Online Form Apply Link (NATS Portal) | Apply Here → |
| Online Form Apply Link (NAPS Portal) | Apply Here → |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1. What is the total number of vacancies in IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
335 vacancies across Technician (99), Trade/ITI (40), Graduate (174), and Data Entry Operator (22) apprentice categories, spread over 7 states/UTs.
Q 2. What is the start date to apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The start date for online application is 05 October 2026.
Q 3. What is the last date to apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 04 November 2026.
Q 4. What is the age limit for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 posts?
18 to 24 years as on 30/09/2026, with relaxation for OBC-NCL, SC/ST and PwBD candidates.
Q 5. What is the application fee for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Not Mentioned
Abbreviation
| IOCL | Indian Oil Corporation Limited |
|---|---|
| GATE | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering |
| PSU | Public Sector Undertaking |
| GEN | General Category |
| UR | Unreserved Category |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| NCL | Non-Creamy Layer |
| ESM / XSM | Ex-Serviceman |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| Max | Maximum |
| Min | Minimum |
| GST | Goods and Services Tax |
| CBT | Computer Bases Test |
| IDA | Industrial Dearness Allowance |
| MCA | Master of Computer Applications |
| MBA | Master of Business Administration |
| CA | Chartered Accountant |
| PGDM | Post Graduate Diploma in Management |
| CMA | Certified Management Accountant |
| HRA | House Rent Allowance |
| Ph.D. | Doctor of Philosophy |
| PG | Post Graduation |
| M.Sc. | Master of Science |
| B.Tech. | Bachelor of Technology |
| B.E. | Bachelor of Engineering |
| M.Tech. | Master of Technology |
| LLB | Bachelor of Laws |
| VDA | Variable Dearness Allowance |
| CS | Computer Science |
| IT | Information Technology |
| ITI | Industrial Training Institute |
| AICTE | All India Council for Technical Education |
| NCVT | National Council for Vocational Training |
| UGC | University Grants Commission |
| BCA | Bachelor of Computer Applications |
| B.Com. | Bachelor of Commerce |
| MMS | Master of Management Studies |
| BMS | Bachelor of Management Studies |
| BAF | Bachelor of Accounting and Finance |