Recruitment Overview
Organisation: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Recruitment Type: Apprentice under the Apprentices Act, 1961
Posts: Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice (and DEO / Data Entry Operator in some cases)
Total Vacancies: 509 Posts (Eastern Region)
Application Mode: Online
Notification / Release Date: 10 December 2025
Website to Apply: Official IOCL Apprenticeships portal — iocl.com/apprenticeships
This recruitment is part of IOCL’s structured apprenticeship engagement for skill building and industry exposure in a major Fortune Global 500 company.
Important Dates
Event Date
Notification Release 10 Dec 2025
Online Application Start 10 Dec 2025 (from ~10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply (NAPS/NATS + Microsoft Form) 09 Jan 2026 (05:00 PM)
Date of Reckoning (Age & Qualification) 31 Dec 2025
Apprenticeship Duration 12 months (usually)
Ensure you register both on the NAPS/NATS portal and submit the mandatory Microsoft form (if applicable) before the deadline.
Post & Vacancy Details
The 509 apprentice posts are distributed across three major categories:
Apprentice Category Approx. Vacancy
Trade Apprentice ~154 Posts
Technician Apprentice ~248 Posts
Graduate Apprentice ~107 Posts
(Sometimes includes) DEO / Data Entry Operator Included in count
Placement Store
Note: Exact breakup may vary state/region-wise in the notification.
Eligibility Criteria
1) Trade Apprentice
Educational Qualification:
10th Pass + Regular Full-Time ITI certificate (in relevant trade) from NCVT/SCVT.
Example trades include Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, etc.
2) Technician Apprentice
Educational Qualification:
Three-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology in relevant discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Electronics, Instrumentation, etc.).
3) Graduate Apprentice
Educational Qualification:
Bachelor’s Degree (B.E/ B.Tech) in relevant engineering stream OR
Any Graduate degree where apprentice scheme allows (based on notification details).
Common Eligibility Conditions
Age Limit: Typically 18 to 24 years (as of 31 Dec 2025) with relaxations as per government norms (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD).
Nationality: Indian citizen.
No prior experience is required — this is a training/apprenticeship engagement.
Stipend / Remuneration
Apprentices are paid a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act and IOCL rules (varies with category).
Typical stipends for apprentices range in government sector jobs (e.g., ₹7,000–₹12,000+ depending on trade / qualification), but refer to the official notification for exact figures.
Stipend values and allowances are defined under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and may vary by category.
Selection Process
The selection for IOCL Apprentices is merit-based and does not generally require a written exam or interview.
Typical Steps:
Registration / Application Shortlist
Candidates are shortlisted based on qualification and percentage of marks.
Document Verification
Verified against NAPS/NATS registration and original certificates.
Medical Examination
As per IOCL standards, if applicable.
This is a straightforward merit-based process — no separate written test for these apprentice posts.
Documents Required for Application / Verification
Candidates should have:
10th / 12th certificates
ITI / Diploma / Graduation certificates
Birth date proof (Class-10 certificate)
NAPS/NATS registration confirmation
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) if applicable
Recent passport-size photograph
Identity proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID)
How to Apply
Step-by-Step:
Visit IOCL Apprenticeship Portal (iocl.com/apprenticeships).
Read the official notification PDF carefully for eligibility and category details.
Register on NATS (or NAPS) portal for apprenticeship.
Fill in the online application form.
Upload scanned certificates and details.
Submit the form before 09 January 2026 (05:00 PM).
Why This is a Good Opportunity
Offers hands-on industrial training with one of India’s largest Maharatna PSUs.
Provides practical experience and exposure to oil & gas sector operations.
Suitable for fresh graduates, diploma holders, ITI students, and 12th pass candidates.
No exam or interview — selection on merit + documents makes this accessible for many aspirants.
Key Tips Before You Apply
Ensure your NAPS/NATS portal registration is complete and accurate before applying.
Check that your qualification and trade code match the apprentice category you are applying for.
Age and educational cut-off dates are calculated as on 31 Dec 2025.
Keep scanned copies of all documents ready before filling the form.