IOCL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 144 Posts
Post Name : Technician Apprentice / Trade Apprentice / Graduate Apprentice
No of Posts : 144
Eligibility Criteria :
Technician Apprentices:Â 3 years Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD) from a recognized institute.
Trade Apprentices (ITI):Â Matric with 2 years ITI in the respective trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
Graduate Apprentices:Â Regular full-time Graduate in any discipline (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA) with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
Data Entry Operator:Â Class 12th with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
Qualification must be acquired between 01.04.2022-28.02.2026 (Technician/Graduate) or 01.04.2021-28.02.2026 (Trade Apprentices).
Full-time regular qualification only. Part-time/Distance learning is NOT eligible.
Not eligible if possessing B.E./B.Tech., MBA, MCA, CA, ICWA, LLB or higher qualifications.
PwBD candidates are not eligible for Discipline Codes 101-111. Eligible for 112 and 113 only.
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Vacancy Details :
| State Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| West Bengal | 73 |
| Bihar | 19 |
| Odisha | 14 |
| Jharkhand | 10 |
| Sikkim | 03 |
| Nagaland | 05 |
| Manipur | 05 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 02 |
| Andaman & Nicobar Island | 08 |
| Total | 144 |
Application Fee :
All Categories : Nil
Age Limit :
Minimum Age: 18 years as on 28.02.2026
Maximum Age: 24 years as on 28.02.2026
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 years (up to 29 years)
OBC-NCL: 3 years (up to 27 years)
PwBD: 10 years (up to 34 years)
PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years (up to 39 years)
PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 years (up to 37 years)
Salary / Stipend :
Stipend payable as per Apprentices Act, 1961/1973/1992 and Apprentices Rules 1992/2019/2025 as amended from time to time.
Important Dates :
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 2 March 2026 |
| Online Application Opening Date | 2 March 2026 |
| Online Application Opening Time | 10:00 AM |
| Last Date of Application Submission | 9 March 2026 |
| Last Time of Application Submission | 5:00 PM |
| Last Date of Registration in Portal | 9 March 2026 |
| Last Time of Microsoft Form Submission | 9 March 2026 |
| Apprenticeship Period | 12 Months |
| Date of Reckoning | 28 February 2026 |
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Selection Process :
Online registration on NAPS/NATS portal.
Candidates must also submit a Microsoft Form with their choice of 3 training locations.
Merit list prepared based on the percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification.
No written test or interview.
Document verification of shortlisted candidates.
Pre-engagement medical fitness test.
Offer of engagement issued to selected candidates.
How to Apply :
Applications must be submitted online on or before 09-03-2026.
To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of IOCL to complete the application.
Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links :
Apply Online :Â Click here
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Official Website : Click here