Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released the official notification for the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 to recruit a total of 501...
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Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released the official notification for the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 to recruit a total of 501 Apprentice posts including Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentices. This apprenticeship program provides a valuable opportunity for candidates with ITI, Diploma, and Graduate qualifications to receive practical on-the-job training with one of the largest Public Sector Undertakings in India. Eligible candidates must apply online through the NAPS/NATS portals before the deadline.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Post Name | Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 501 |
| Application Mode | Online (NAPS/NATS Portals) |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship Training |
| Stipend | As per Apprentices Act + Miscellaneous Allowance |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 January 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 27 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 27 December 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 January 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Qualification & Age Cut-off | 31 December 2025 |
Applications begin on 27 December 2025 and the last date to submit online applications is 12 January 2026 by 5:00 PM through apprenticeship portals.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | No Application Fee |
There is no application fee required for this recruitment; candidates can apply free of cost.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / UR / EWS | 18 – 24 Years |
| OBC-NCL | 18 – 27 Years |
| SC / ST | 18 – 29 Years |
| PwBD (General) | 18 – 34 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 18 – 39 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 18 – 37 Years |
Age will be calculated as on 31 December 2025. Relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per Government norms.
| State / Region | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Delhi | 120 |
| Haryana | 30 |
| Punjab | 49 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 9 |
| Chandigarh | 30 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 8 |
| Rajasthan | 90 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 140 |
| Uttarakhand | 25 |
| Total | 501 |
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice | Various | Relevant ITI | 10th + ITI in Trade | Not Required |
| Technician Apprentice | Various | Engineering Diploma | 3-Year Diploma | Not Required |
| Graduate Apprentice | Various | Graduate Degree | Any Bachelor’s Degree | Not Required |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry | Various | 12th / Skill Certificate | 12th with Data Entry Skill Cert | Not Required |
Qualification requirements vary by category: ITI for trade apprentices, diploma for technician apprentices, and graduation for graduate apprentices.
| Category | Stipend / Allowances |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | ₹4,500 + ₹2,500 misc. allowance |
| Technician Apprentice | ₹4,000 + ₹2,500 misc. allowance |
| Trade Apprentice | Stipend as per Apprentices Act + ₹2,500 misc. |
Selected apprentices receive a monthly stipend under the Apprentices Act along with a miscellaneous allowance of ₹2,500.
| Description | Status |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | IOCL Apprenticeship Notification |
| Online Application | NAPS/NATS Portals |
There is **no written examination** for this recruitment. Selection is purely merit-based and followed by document verification and medical tests.
The IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offering 501 apprenticeship positions is a significant opportunity for candidates with varied qualifications from ITI and diploma to degree holders to gain industrial training and stipend from a leading Public Sector Undertaking. Eligible candidates should complete the online application process before 12 January 2026 and prepare documents for subsequent verification and selection stages.
