IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has announced its Apprentice recruitment for the year 2026, offering a total of 325 vacancies across various trades. The online application process began on October 5, 2026, and will continue until November 4, 2026. Interested candidates are advised to review the official notification carefully before applying.
For detailed information, visit the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) official apprenticeship page.
Key Dates
- Application Start Date: 05 October 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 04 November 2026
- Merit List Release: 04 November 2026
Application Fee
There is no application fee for any candidate applying for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Age Limit
Age criteria as of 30 September 2026:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- Age relaxation will be provided as per IOCL Apprentice Recruitment rules.
Applicants can use the official age calculation tool linked in the notification.
Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies is 325, distributed among various trades as follows:
| Trade Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter / Electrician / Electronics Mechanic / Instrument Mechanic / Machinist) | 40 |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (Fresher & Skill Certificate Holders) | 99 |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation / Civil / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics) | 174 |
| Graduate Apprentice | 22 |
Educational Qualifications
- Candidates must have completed ITI, 12th standard, Diploma, or a Degree relevant to the specific trade applied for.
- Applicants should thoroughly read the official notification for detailed eligibility criteria before applying.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official IOCL website or the links provided below before the deadline. Candidates should:
- Visit https://iocl.com/ or the official apprenticeship page.
- Complete the registration and application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Review and submit the application.
- Download the confirmation page for future reference.
Note: Candidates are urged to carefully check the official notification for details on last dates, age limits, and qualifications before submitting their forms.
Selection Process
The selection will be merit-based, followed by document verification and a medical examination. The merit list will be published on November 4, 2026.
Important Links
- Apply Online (NATS): Click Here
- Apply Online (NAPS): Click Here
- Download Notification: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- When does the application process start? October 5, 2026.
- What is the last date to apply? November 4, 2026.
- Is there an application fee? No, the application is free.
- What is the age limit? Between 18 and 24 years as of September 30, 2026.
- How many vacancies are available? 325 posts.
- What are the eligibility criteria? ITI, 12th, Diploma, or Degree in relevant fields.
- What is the selection process? Merit-based selection followed by document verification and medical exam.
- What is the salary? As per IOCL rules.
