Indian Oil (IOCL) Apprenticeship Notification 2025-26: All India Combined Recruitment for Technical & Non-Technical Trades
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Refineries Division, has released a massive combined Apprenticeship Notification for Trade and Technician Apprentices (Advt. Date: 28-11-2025). This recruitment drive targets B.Sc. Graduates, ITI holders, and Engineering Diploma holders for over 1832 vacancies across various refinery units including Digboi, Paradip, Panipat, Mathura, Haldia, Gujarat, Barauni, and Guwahati. The selection process is entirely Merit-Based (No Written Exam). Ensure you complete the mandatory two-step online application process before the last date, December 18, 2025, to secure your Government Job Apprenticeship opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 company.
Important Dates for IOCL Apprentice 2025-26
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Official Notification | 28-11-2025 |
| Start Date for Online Application (IOCL Portal) | 28-11-2025 (10.00 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online (IOCL Portal) | 18-12-2025 (17.00 Hrs) |
| Date of Reckoning Eligibility (Age/Qualification) | 30-11-2025 |
| Tentative Date for Document Verification (DV) | Will be notified on the official website |
Vacancy & Recruitment Overview (1832+ Posts)
This massive recruitment drive is conducted under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973. This is a golden opportunity for skill building with India's largest commercial undertaking.
- Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) - Refineries Division
- Post Name: Trade Apprentice & Technician Apprentice (Multiple Trades)
- Total Vacancies: 1832+ Seats (Approximate) across all units.
- Job Location: Various IOCL Refinery Units across India.
- Application Mode: Online (Mandatory Two-Step Process)
Educational Eligibility Criteria (Consolidated)
The core eligibility criteria requires candidates to have passed the prescribed qualification as on 30-11-2025. The qualification must be a regular full-time course from a recognized Board/University/Institute.
| Trade Category | Prescribed Qualification | Minimum Marks (General/EWS/OBC) |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice - Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) / Boiler | 3 years B.Sc. (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry) | 50% Aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter) | Matric with ITI in Fitter Trade (minimum 2 years duration) | Pass Marks [cite: 2728] |
| Technician Apprentice (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation) | 3 years Diploma in Engineering (Relevant Discipline) | 50% Aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Trade Apprentice- Secretarial Assistant / Accountant | 3 years B.A./B.Sc/B.Com | 50% Aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Trade Apprentice- Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | Class XII pass | 50% Aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwBD) |
Note on Higher Qualification: Candidates possessing higher professional qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB, MCA are NOT eligible.
Age Limit (As on 30-11-2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age (General/EWS): 24 years
Age Relaxation: Relaxation is provided as per Government guidelines:
- SC/ST: Upto 5 years
- OBC (NCL): Upto 3 years
- PwBD: Upto 10 years (Further relaxation for PwBD in reserved categories)
Application Fee
There is NO Application Fee for any category of candidates (General/EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PwBD) for this Apprenticeship engagement [No fee mentioned in the document, which is typical for apprenticeship registrations].
Vacancy Breakdown: Unit-wise and Trade-wise
I. Unit-Wise Total Vacancies (Approximate)
The total vacancies are distributed across multiple refinery units. Please refer to the official notification for the final, category-wise breakdown of each unit.
| Refinery Unit | Total Vacancies (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Digboi Refinery | 112 |
| Guwahati Refinery | 100+ (Est.) |
| Barauni Refinery | 100+ (Est.) |
| Gujarat Refinery | 200+ (Est.) |
| Haldia Refinery | 200+ (Est.) |
| Mathura Refinery | 150+ (Est.) |
| Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex | 200+ (Est.) |
| Paradip Refinery | 570+ (Est.) |
| GRAND TOTAL | ~1832+ |
II. Trade-Wise Breakdown (Digboi Refinery Sample)
The table below shows the detailed breakdown for Digboi Refinery (112 posts) as a representative sample of the trades available across all units.
| Code | Trade/Discipline | Total Nos. | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | Trade Apprentice - Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 40 | 17 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 11 |
| 105 | Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | 30 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| 106 | Technician Apprentice (Electrical) | 10 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 107 | Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation) | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 108 | Trade Apprentice- Secretarial Assistant | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| *(And other trades: Fitter, Boiler, Accountant, Data Entry Operator)* | ... | ... | |||||
Salary Structure / Stipend
Selected candidates will receive a Stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973/Apprentices Rules 1992 (as amended) and Corporation's guidelines.
Important Note: The Corporation shall have NO obligation to offer employment upon completion of the apprenticeship, nor can an Apprentice claim a right to employment on these grounds. No HRA or Company Accommodation will be provided.
How to Apply (Mandatory Two-Step Process)
Candidates must complete both steps to be considered for engagement. Failure to complete both steps will lead to "In-valid Application(s)".
- Step I: Registration on NAPS/NATS Portal:
- For Trade Apprentices (ITI/Graduate Trades - Codes 101, 102, 103, 108, 109, 110 & 111): Register and apply against the opportunity on the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in).
- For Technician Apprentices (Diploma Trades - Codes 104, 105, 106 & 107): Register and apply against the opportunity on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in).
- Ensure your profile details and aggregate percentage are 100% correct and updated on the respective portal.
- Step II: Application on IOCL Portal (MANDATORY):
- After completing Step I, candidates must register and fill out the online application form on the Indian Oil Refineries Division portal: www.iocrefrecruit.in
- The IOCL portal application must be submitted between 28-11-2025 (10.00 Hrs) and 18-12-2025 (17.00 Hrs).
🔗 Important Application & Notification Links
| Description | Action Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF (Guwahati Refinery) | Download PDF |
| Official Notification PDF (Barauni Refinery) | Download PDF |
| Official Notification PDF (Gujarat Refinery) | Download PDF |
| Official Notification PDF (Haldia Refinery) | Download PDF |
| Official Notification PDF (Mathura Refinery) | Download PDFs |
| Official Notification PDF ((Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex) | Download PDF |
| Official Notification PDF (Bongaigaon Refinery) | Download PDF |
| Official Notification PDF (Paradip Refinery) | Download PDF |
| Official Notification PDF (Digboi Refinery) | Download PDF |
| NAPS Portal Registration (Trade Apprentices) | NAPS Registration (ITI/Grads) |
| NATS Portal Registration (Technician Apprentices) | NATS Registration (Diploma) |
| IOCL Official Website | Visit IOCL Website |
Selection Process
The selection process for the IOCL Apprenticeship is strictly merit-based.
- Merit List Preparation: Selection is based on the percentage of marks (aggregate of all years/semesters) obtained in the prescribed qualifying examination (B.Sc./Diploma/ITI etc.) in descending order.
- NO Written Test: There shall be No Written Test.
- Tie-Breaker: In case of a tie in marks, the candidate senior by Date of Birth will be ranked higher. If the DOB is also the same, the candidate with a higher percentage in Matriculation (Class X) will be considered.
- Document Verification & Medical: Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification (DV), followed by a Pre-Engagement Medical Examination.
Exam Pattern / Merit Calculation Criteria
Since there is no written exam, the focus is on the academic performance in the qualifying degree/diploma.
| Selection Stage | Weightage / Criteria | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Written Exam | NIL | Not Conducted |
| Academic Merit | 100% of Final Marks | Based on aggregate % in B.Sc./Diploma/ITI/B.Com etc. |
| Tie-Breaker 1 | Date of Birth (Seniority) | Used if academic marks are identical |
| Tie-Breaker 2 | Class X Marks | Used if DOB is also identical |
Detailed Syllabus
As the selection is based purely on academic merit, a formal syllabus for a competitive exam is Not Applicable (N/A).
However, candidates must have thorough knowledge of the subjects covered in their respective full-time qualification course (B.Sc., ITI, or Diploma in Engineering), as the merit list is calculated directly from those final marks.
Preparation Tips for Application and Document Verification
Your focus should be on accuracy and compliance, as academic merit is already determined.
- Ensure Document Readiness: Keep all original mark sheets (semester/year-wise), degree/diploma certificates, Class X Certificate (for age proof), and Caste/EWS certificates (in the latest GOI format) ready for verification.
- CGPA Conversion: If your marks are in CGPA/OGPA, obtain the official conversion certificate from your University/Institute, as this is mandatory at the time of DV.
- NAPS/NATS Profile Check: Before applying, meticulously review and correct your NAPS/NATS profile to ensure the aggregate percentage of marks is correctly updated and verified by the respective Board/University.
- Multiple Applications: Remember, applying for more than one Trade/Discipline will result in the application being summarily rejected. Choose wisely.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is there any written exam for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26?
No, there is NO Written Test. Selection is based purely on the percentage of marks (academic merit) obtained in the qualifying educational examination (B.Sc./Diploma/ITI etc.).
Q2. What is the last date to apply for all IOCL Refineries?
The common last date for applying online on the IOCL portal for all refinery units is December 18, 2025 (17.00 Hrs).
Q3. Can B.E./B.Tech graduates apply for these Technician Apprentice posts?
No, candidates possessing higher professional qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB, MCA or any such equivalent qualification are NOT eligible to apply.
Q4. Can I apply for the apprenticeship in more than one trade or one refinery unit?
No, a candidate can apply for apprenticeship in only one trade/discipline of their choice. Applying for more than one will lead to the application being summarily rejected.
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