Here are the full details for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025 (Southern Region, Marketing Division), offering 475 posts:
Vacancy Breakdown & Eligibility
Total Posts: 475
Trade Apprentice: 80
Technician Apprentice: 95
Graduate Apprentice: 300
Eligible Qualifications:
Trade Apprentice: ITI certificate in relevant trade
Technician Apprentice: Diploma in relevant engineering discipline
Graduate Apprentice: Any graduate degree from a recognized university
Age Limit: 18–24 years as on 31 August 2025 for general/EWS candidates. Age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per government norms
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Important Dates
Notification Release: Around 6 August 2025
Application Window:
Opens: 08 August 2025 at 10:00 hrs
Closes: 05 September 2025 at 15:59–17:00 hrs (some sources list 3:59 PM, others 5 PM)
Eligibility Date Reference: Qualifications and age must be satisfied by 31 May 2025
Application Process
Register on NAPS or NATS portal according to the trade code.
Post codes 101–111 may require NAPS registration; others via NATS.
Apply for IOCL Apprenticeship on the IOCL portal using your NAPS/NATS registration ID.
Upload required documents: photo, signature, certificates, caste/EWS/PwBD proof (if applicable), and NAPS/NATS registration printout.
Pay application fee (details will be in official notification).
Submit final application and save printout for records.
Selection & Training
Selection Basis: Merit list based on aggregate marks in relevant qualification. Tie-breaker: older candidate, then marks in matriculation—no written test.
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Training Period: As per Apprenticeship Act (1961/1973) under IOCL guidelines. Apprentices receive a monthly stipend, but there is no guarantee of permanent employment after training.
Facilities: Safety gear (helmet & safety shoes where applicable), leave entitlements, and accident insurance provided. No HRA or company accommodation.
Quick Summary Table
Item Details
Posts 80 Trade, 95 Technician, 300 Graduate (475 total)
Eligibility ITI / Diploma / Graduate
Age 18–24 years as of 31 Aug 2025 (relaxations apply)
Apply Online (Step I) Through NAPS/NATS portal
Apply (Step II) Via IOCL portal (iocl.com / iocrefrecruit.in)
Application Dates 08 Aug – 05 Sep 2025
Selection Method Merit list; no written exam
Training & Stipend As per rules; no employment guarantee
Additional Tips
Only use the official IOCL website to download the notification and apply—beware of fraud. Ensure your NAPS/NATS profile is fully updated before applying.
Check for correct document formats and keep a printout of your final application.
Notifications about shortlisted candidates and document verification will be shared via the IOCL portal or email—be sure to check regularly