IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 433 Technician, Trade, & Graduate Apprentice Posts
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division (Northern Region), has officially released Notification No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1 for the engagement of 433 Technician, Trade, and Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
This recruitment drive is open to eligible candidates across 9 Northern States and Union Territories: Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
Key Overview & Important Dates
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division (Northern Region) |
| Advt No. | IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1 |
| Total Seats | 433 Vacancies |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Selection Mode | Merit-Based (No Written Exam / Interview) |
| Crucial Cutoff Date | August 31, 2026 (for Age & Qualifications) |
| Application Start Date | August 7, 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Application Last Date | September 6, 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Official Website | iocl.com/apprenticeships |
Category-Wise & Discipline Vacancy Break-up
The 433 apprentice training positions are divided across technical, trade, non-technical graduate, and data entry roles:
| Category | Discipline Codes | Eligible Qualifications | Total Seats |
| Technician Apprentice | 101–106 | Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, or Electronics | 156 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 107–111 | ITI Pass in Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, or Machinist | 104 |
| Graduate Apprentice | 112 | B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., BBA, or equivalent degree in any discipline | 104 |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | 113–114 | Class 12th Pass (Fresher) or Class 12th + Domestic DEO Skill Certificate | 69 |
| Total Seats | 433 |
State-Wise Vacancy Summary
- Delhi: 50 Seats
- Haryana: 37 Seats
- Punjab: 55 Seats
- Himachal Pradesh: 22 Seats
- Chandigarh: 29 Seats
- Jammu & Kashmir: 20 Seats
- Rajasthan: 76 Seats
- Uttar Pradesh: 121 Seats
- Uttarakhand: 20 Seats
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Technician Apprentice (Codes 101–106): 3-year regular full-time Diploma in relevant Engineering branch with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD against reserved positions).
- Trade Apprentice / ITI (Codes 107–111): Matric (Class 10th) with a 2-year regular full-time ITI course recognized by NCVT or SCVT.
- Graduate Apprentice (Code 112): Regular full-time Graduation degree (BA/B.Sc/B.Com/BBA) with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
- DEO Fresher (Code 113): Class 12th Pass (Non-Graduate).
- DEO Skill Certificate Holder (Code 114): Class 12th Pass (Non-Graduate) with a valid Skill Certificate in ‘Domestic Data Entry Operator’ (less than 1-year duration) issued under NSQF or Central Government authority.
Ineligibility Note: Candidates holding higher professional degrees (B.E., B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, ICWA, LLB) completed on or before joining are not eligible. Distance/correspondence/part-time degrees will be rejected.
Age Limit & Relaxations (as on 31.08.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Age Relaxations:
- SC / ST: Upper age limit relaxed by 5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Upper age limit relaxed by 3 Years
- PwBD: Upper age limit relaxed by 10 Years (up to 15 years for SC/ST PwBD)
Selection Process & Stipend
- Selection Criteria: Selection is purely merit-based, calculated on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying educational examination (Diploma, Degree, ITI, or Class 12th).
- No Written Exam / Interview: Candidates are shortlisted directly for Document Verification (DV) based on merit.
- Stipend: Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973/1992 and government guidelines.
How to Apply Online
1.Register on Government Apprentice Portal:Mandatory first step for all candidates.
- Technician / Graduate Apprentices: Register on the NATS Portal.
- Trade / ITI / DEO Apprentices: Register on the NAPS Portal.
- Save your Enrollment / Registration Number.
2.Fill Out the IOCL Online Application Form:
- Access the official application link via iocl.com or the designated Microsoft Office Form link provided in the notification.
- Select your target State and Discipline Code.
3.Upload Required Documents:
Upload clear scanned copies of:
- 10th / 12th Marksheets & Certificates
- Qualification Degree/Diploma/ITI Certificates & Marksheets
- Valid Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD), if applicable
- Government Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport)
4.Submit and Save Confirmation:
Review all entered details carefully and submit the application before September 06, 2026 (5:00 PM). Print or save a PDF copy of the submitted form for document verification.
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