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Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) – 433 Posts Recruitment 2026 Apply Now

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Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division (Northern Region), has published a recruitment advertisement Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1 for the engagement of Technician, Graduate, Trade (ITI), and Data Entry Operator (DEO) Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 433 training seats are open across technical and non-technical disciplines.

Eligible 12th-pass, ITI certificate holders, Diploma engineers, and Degree graduates can submit their applications online through the official apprentice portals (NAPS/NATS) and the IOCL registration form before the closing deadline.

Below are the complete details of this apprenticeship drive, including discipline-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limits, the selection process, and step-by-step application instructions.

Recruitment Overview

  • Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) — Marketing Division (Northern Region)
  • Advertisement Number: IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1
  • Post Names: Technician Apprentice, Trade Apprentice (ITI), Graduate Apprentice, Data Entry Operator (DEO) Apprentice
  • Total Vacancies: 433 Posts
  • Monthly Stipend: Prescribed rate as per the Apprentices Act + ₹2,500/- per month additional allowance from IOCL
  • Application Mode: Online Only (NAPS / NATS Portals + IOCL Application Form)
  • Application Fee: Nil (No fee for any category)

Important Dates

  • Online Application Starts From: August 07, 2026 (10:00 AM)
  • Last Date to Apply Online: September 06, 2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
  • Age & Qualification Reckoning Date: August 31, 2026
  • Document Verification & Merit List: To be intimated to shortlisted candidates via email

Discipline-Wise Vacancy Distribution

The 433 openings are categorized across four major apprentice streams:

  • Technician Apprentice (Diploma): 156 Posts
    • Disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics Engineering.
  • Trade Apprentice (ITI): 104 Posts
    • Trades: Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist.
  • Graduate Apprentice: 104 Posts
    • Streams: B.A., B.Com, B.Sc., BBA, or equivalent bachelor’s degree.
  • Data Entry Operator (DEO) Apprentice: 69 Posts
    • Categories: Fresher Apprentices & Skill Certificate Holders.
  • Total Seats: 433 Posts

Educational Qualification Requirements

Qualifications must be from recognized boards, technical councils, or universities with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates):

  • Technician Apprentice: Full-time 3-year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant branch (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electronics, etc.).
  • Trade Apprentice (ITI): Class 10th (Matriculation) with a regular 2-year ITI course in the designated trade recognized by NCVT / SCVT.
  • Graduate Apprentice: Full-time Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any discipline (B.A., B.Com, B.Sc., BBA, etc.).
  • Data Entry Operator (DEO): Passed Class 12th (Higher Secondary) or equivalent (candidates holding higher graduate degrees are not eligible for DEO fresher code).

Selection Process

There is no written examination or interview for this engagement:

  1. Merit List Formulation: Candidates are shortlisted based on the aggregate percentage of marks secured in their qualifying examination (12th / ITI / Diploma / Degree).
  2. Document Verification (DV): Verification of original mark sheets, caste certificates, NAPS/NATS enrolment slip, and age proofs.
  3. Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness: Medical examination by an authorized medical officer as per IOCL guidelines.

How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates must complete the two-step application process:

  • Step 1: Government Portal Registration
    • Trade & DEO Apprentices: Register on the NAPS Portal and note your registration number.
    • Diploma & Graduate Apprentices: Register on the NATS 2.0 Portal and generate your enrolment ID.
  • Step 2: Submit IOCL Application Form
    • Visit the IOCL official portal and navigate to the apprenticeships section.
    • Open the Northern Region Apprentice Notification and access the online application/Microsoft form link.
    • Enter your NAPS / NATS registration ID, personal details, academic scores, and discipline code.
    • Select your state and location preferences and submit the form before September 06, 2026 (05:00 PM).
    • Download and save the final confirmation page for document verification reference.

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