| Board | IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery |
| State | All India |
| Qualification | 30 June 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 28 Jul 2026 |
Explore the comprehensive details of the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026, offering 1524 opportunities across various refinery units. This section provides a quick summary of the key aspects of the notification.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has announced the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for a total of 1524 Trade and Technician Apprentice positions. These opportunities are spread across four major refinery units: Bongaigaon Refinery (144 seats), Gujarat Refinery (647 seats), Mathura Refinery (151 seats), and Paradip Refinery (582 seats). The recruitment covers a diverse range of trades and disciplines, including Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Secretarial Assistant, Accountant, and Data Entry Operator. Candidates between 18 and 24 years of age as of 30 June 2026, who meet the prescribed qualifying examination criteria, are eligible to apply. The application process is entirely online, commencing from 29 June 2026 (10:00 hrs) and concluding on 28 July 2026 (17:00 hrs) via the official IOCL website. A significant feature of this recruitment is the absence of a written test; selection will be based purely on merit derived from the qualifying examination, followed by document verification. This initiative aims to engage skilled individuals under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, providing valuable training and experience within a leading public sector undertaking.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice |
| No of Posts | 1524 |
| Salary | As per official notification |
| Qualification | As per official notification |
| Age Limit | Min: 18 years, Max: 24 years (as on 30 Jun 2026) |
| Last Date | 28 Jul 2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship |
Stay informed about all crucial deadlines for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. This section lists the notification release, application period, and other key event dates.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Online Application Opens (NAPS/NATS + MS Forms) | 29 Jun 2026 (10:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 28 Jul 2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Tentative Date of Publication of Shortlist for Document Verification | 05 Aug 2026 |
| Tentative Date of Document Verification | 11 Aug 2026 to 18 Aug 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date (Age & Qualification) | 30 Jun 2026 |
Discover the detailed breakdown of 1524 apprentice vacancies across various trades and refinery units for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. This section provides a comprehensive overview of available positions.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1524 |
| Recruitment Type | Apprenticeship |
| Vacancy Status | Tentative |
| Department Allocation | Bongaigaon Refinery, Gujarat Refinery, Mathura Refinery, Paradip Refinery |
| Refinery Unit | Post Name | No. of Posts | Training Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bongaigaon Refinery (Total: 144) | Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) – Chemical | 43 | 12 months |
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter) – Mechanical | 6 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice (Boiler) – Mechanical | 14 | 24 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Chemical | 14 | 12 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | 20 | 12 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Electrical | 15 | 12 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | 9 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant | 15 | 15 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Accountant | 1 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 5 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | 2 | 12 months | |
| Gujarat Refinery (Total: 647) | Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) – Chemical | As per official notification | As per official notification |
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter) – Mechanical | 87 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice (Boiler) – Mechanical | 19 | 24 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Chemical | As per official notification | As per official notification | |
| Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | 81 | 12 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Electrical | As per official notification | As per official notification | |
| Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | 51 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant | 34 | 15 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Accountant | 2 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 17 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | 15 | 12 months | |
| Mathura Refinery (Total: 151) | Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) – Chemical | 18 | 12 months |
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter) – Mechanical | 14 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice (Boiler) – Mechanical | 14 | 24 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Chemical | 22 | 12 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | 15 | 12 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Electrical | 15 | 12 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | 15 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant | 29 | 15 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Accountant | 1 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 5 | 12 months | |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | 3 | 12 months | |
| Paradip Refinery (Total: 582) | Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) – Chemical | As per official notification | As per official notification |
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter) – Mechanical | 59 | 12 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Chemical | As per official notification | As per official notification | |
| Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | 60 | 12 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Electrical | 80 | 12 months | |
| Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | 20 | 12 months |
Understand the essential eligibility requirements for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026, including educational qualifications and nationality. Ensure you meet all criteria before applying.
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | As per official notification |
| Nationality | As per official notification |
| Final Year Students eligibility | As per official notification |
| Additional Qualification | As per official notification |
Review the age criteria for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026, including minimum and maximum age limits and the crucial cutoff date for age calculation.
| Post Name/Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| All Apprentice Posts | Min: 18 years, Max: 24 years |
The crucial date for age calculation is 30 Jun 2026.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | As per official notification |
| OBC | As per official notification |
| PwBD | As per official notification |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per official notification |
| Women | As per official notification |
Find details regarding the application fee for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. This section outlines the fee structure for different categories and available payment modes.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | As per official notification |
| OBC | As per official notification |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | As per official notification |
| Women | As per official notification |
| Payment Mode | Details |
|---|---|
| Online | As per official notification |
Understand the stages involved in the selection process for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. This section details how candidates will be chosen for the apprenticeship positions.
| Stage | Process |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Merit in Prescribed Qualifying Examination |
| Stage 2 | Document Verification |
Get information on the remuneration and pay scale for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. This section provides details on the financial aspects of the apprenticeship.
| Post Name | Pay Scale / Salary |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice | As per official notification |
| Technician Apprentice | As per official notification |
Follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully apply online for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Ensure a smooth application process by adhering to each step.
Access all essential links related to the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026, including the official website and notification PDF, for easy reference and application.
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
Find quick answers to common questions about the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026, covering vacancies, application dates, eligibility, and the selection process.
Ans: There are a total of 1524 vacancies for Trade and Technician Apprentice posts across four refinery units.
Ans: The last date to apply online for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 28 Jul 2026 (17:00 hrs).
Ans: The application fee for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is As per official notification.
Ans: Candidates must be between 18 and 24 years of age as on 30 Jun 2026.
Ans: The selection process involves merit in the prescribed qualifying examination, followed by document verification. There is no written test.
Ans: The tentative dates for Document Verification are from 11 Aug 2026 to 18 Aug 2026.
Ans: The official notification PDF can be downloaded from the official IOCL website Click Here.
Ans: The salary for IOCL Apprentice posts is As per official notification.
Ans: The educational qualifications required are As per official notification, based on the prescribed qualifying examination.
Ans: Eligibility for final year students is As per official notification.