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The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) is inviting online applications for Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentices under Advertisement No. PR/P/Apprentice/59(2025-26) for Panipat and BGR/APPR/2026/01 for Bongaigaon. This recruitment is part of the Skill Building Initiative for the Nation, offering a structured training period of 12 to 15 months.
Unlike many other government exams, the selection for IOCL Refinery Apprentices is purely merit-based, determined by the marks obtained in your qualifying examination. There is no written test or interview, making it a direct and transparent path for high-achieving technical students. Candidates must complete a two-step application process involving the NAPS/NATS portal and a mandatory Google/Microsoft form submission.
IOCL Apprentice 2026: Recruitment Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Refinery Locations | Panipat (Haryana) , Gujrat & Bongaigaon (Assam) |
| Total Vacancies | 825+ Posts |
| Selection Mode | Merit-Based (No Written Exam) |
| Training Duration | 12 to 15 Months |
| Official Website | http://iocl.com |
1. Important Dates & Application Fee
The application window is open for a limited time. Ensure you complete both steps of the application before the deadline.
- Notification Released: February 07, 2026
- Online Application Starts: February 07, 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: February 20, 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Tentative Merit List Publication: February 26, 2026
- Document Verification (DV): March 05 – March 10, 2026
Application Fees:
- All Categories (Gen/OBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwBD): NIL (Free)
2. Eligibility Criteria (as of 31.01.2026)
A. Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed their respective courses through regular full-time mode with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/PwBD).
| Post Name / Discipline | Educational Requirement |
|---|---|
| Attendant Operator (Chemical) | B.Sc. (Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry) |
| Fitter (Mechanical) | Matric (10th) + ITI in Fitter Trade |
| Technician Apprentice | 3-Year Diploma in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Instru. |
| Secretarial Assistant | Graduate (B.A./B.Sc./B.Com) |
| Accountant | Graduate (B.Com) |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Class 12th Pass (Skill certificate required for some codes) |
B. Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age: 24 Years.
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC, 3 years for OBC (NCL), and 10 years for PwBD.
3. Selection Process & Next Steps
The selection is based on the aggregate marks of the qualifying degree/diploma/ITI.
- Merit List: Prepared in descending order of marks.
- Tie-Breaking: Older candidates are given preference; if DOB is same, Class 10th marks are used.
- Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates must present original certificates at the refinery.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must meet the pre-engagement medical fitness standards of IOCL.
4. Important Links for Candidates
| Resource Description | Official Links / Action |
|---|---|
| Step 1: Register on NAPS (Trades) | Apprenticeship India Portal |
| Step 1: Register on NATS (Diploma) | NATS Education Portal |
| Step 2: Fill Google Application Form | Link Available at iocl.com |
| Download Panipat Notification (PDF) | Download Advt 59/2025-26 |
| Download Gujrat Notification (PDF) | Download Advt JR/02/2025-26 |
| Download Bongaigaon Notification | Download BGR/APPR/2026/01 |
How to Apply Successfully?
- Portal Registration: Register on the NAPS (Trade) or NATS (Technician) portal and get your Registration Number.
- Apply to Opportunity: Search for “IOCL Panipat” or “IOCL Bongaigaon” on the portal and apply for the specific trade.
- Google Form: Go to the IOCL website, click on “Apprenticeships,” and fill out the mandatory secondary form. Failure to do this will result in rejection.
Official Notification Disclaimer:
This post is for informational purposes. Candidates are strictly advised to download the official IOCL Refinery Apprentice Notification 2026 for their respective units. Please ensure you have not previously undergone apprenticeship training or have more than one year of experience, as this will disqualify your application.
