Indian Oil Corporation Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2026: notification for 144 Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice posts in Eastern Region. Apply online before 09 March 2026.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division, Eastern Region) invites online applications for 144 Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice posts under Apprentices Act 1961. Apply online from 02 March to 09 March 2026.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division – Eastern Region has released an official notification for engagement of 144 Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Eligible candidates from various states including West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Sikkim, Nagaland, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands can apply online.
The online application process started on 02 March 2026 and the last date to apply is 09 March 2026 (5:00 PM).
Interested candidates must register through the NAPS/NATS portal and complete the Microsoft Form within the given timeline.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2025-26/1 |
| Post Name | Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 144 |
| Application Start Date | 02 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 March 2026 (5 PM) |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.iocl.com |
Post Details
🔹 Technician Apprentice (Diploma)
- Mechanical
- Electrical
- Instrumentation
- Civil
- Electrical & Electronics
- Electronics
🔹 Trade Apprentice (ITI)
- Fitter
- Electrician
- Electronics Mechanic
- Instrument Mechanic
- Machinist
🔹 Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher/Skill Certificate Holders)
🔹 Graduate Apprentice
- BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA (Any Discipline)
Total Posts: 144 (State-wise distribution as per official notification)
Educational Qualification
Technician Apprentice (Codes 101–106)
- 3 Years Full-Time Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline
- Minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD)
Trade Apprentice (Codes 107–111)
- Matriculation + 2 Years ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trade
Graduate Apprentice (Code 112)
- Full-Time Graduation in any discipline
- Minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD)
Data Entry Operator (Code 113)
- 12th Pass (Minimum 50% marks, 45% for SC/ST/PwBD)
⚠️ Qualification must be acquired in regular full-time mode only.
Age Limit (As on 28.02.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years (Additional relaxation as per category)
Stipend (Pay Scale)
Stipend will be paid as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules (as amended from time to time).
Application Fees
- No Application Fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 02 March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 March 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Document Verification | To be notified via Email |
Selection Process
- No Written Exam
- No Interview
- Merit List based on marks obtained in qualifying examination
- Document Verification
- Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Test
How to Apply
- Visit the NAPS/NATS portal.
- Trade Apprentice (ITI/DEO): https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/
- Technician & Graduate Apprentice: https://nats.education.gov.in/
- Register/Login on the respective portal.
- Apply using the Establishment ID:
- NATS: EWBKOC000077
- NAPS: E05201900011
- After applying, fill the Microsoft Form (link provided in notification).
- Submit the application before 09 March 2026 (5 PM).
⚠️ Apply for only ONE discipline code.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Download Notification |
| Apply Online (NAPS) | https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ |
| Apply Online (NATS) | https://nats.education.gov.in/ |
| Official Website | https://www.iocl.com |
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for Diploma, ITI, 12th Pass, and Graduate candidates to gain hands-on industry training in one of India’s leading PSU companies. Interested and eligible candidates must apply before the last date and ensure all documents are ready for verification.
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