470 Posts: IOCL Recruitment 2026, Apply Online
470 Posts: IOCL Recruitment 2026, Apply Online
Posts : Graduate Engineer (Grade A), Officer – Marketing (Grade A), Law Officer (Grade A), Assistant Quality Control Officer (Grade A0), Diploma Engineer (Grade E0)
Total Vacancies : 470 (Grade A: 411, Grade A0: 9, Grade E0: 50)
Important Dates :
Online Application Last Date : 03 September 2026, 5:00 PM
Issuance of Admit Card : 15 September 2026
Computer Based Test (CBT) : 24 September 2026
Note : All dates are tentative and subject to change; candidates should check the official IOCL website regularly for updates.
Age is reckoned as on 01 July 2026; work experience (for Law Officer and Assistant QC Officer) is reckoned as on 30 June 2026.
Vacancy Details :
Grade A – 411 Vacancies (Discipline-wise)
| Discipline | UR | EWS | OBC(NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil | 25 | 6 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 62 |
| Chemical | 11 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| Electrical | 32 | 7 | 20 | 11 | 5 | 75 |
| Electronics & Communication | 13 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 32 |
| Mechanical | 49 | 12 | 32 | 19 | 6 | 118 |
| Instrumentation | 17 | 3 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 35 |
| Computer Science & IT | 11 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 22 |
| Law | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| Marketing | 17 | 4 | 11 | 7 | 2 | 41 |
| Grade A Total | 411 | |||||
Grade A0 – 9 Vacancies
| Discipline | UR | EWS | OBC(NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Control (Chemistry) | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
Grade E0 – 50 Vacancies
| Discipline | UR | EWS | OBC(NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 8 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 14 |
| Mechanical | 12 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 21 |
| Safety | 8 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 15 |
PwBD vacancies are reserved horizontally within the above totals across VI (Visual Impairment), HI (Hearing Impairment), LD (Locomotor Disability), and Others/Multiple Disabilities categories for most disciplines. Reservation for OBC(NCL)/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD candidates is applicable as per Government of India directives.
Eligibility (Post-wise)
1. Graduate Engineer (Grade A)
Full-time regular B.Tech/BE/equivalent degree from an AICTE/UGC-recognized institution in one of the following domains: Chemical, Civil, Computer Science & IT, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Instrumentation, or Mechanical Engineering.
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC(NCL) | 65% |
| SC/ST/PwBD | 55% |
2. Officer (Marketing) – Grade A
Full-time 2-year MBA / PGDBA (equivalent to MBA as per AIU) with specialization in Marketing Management. General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60% marks minimum; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% marks minimum. The specialization must be reflected on the final degree certificate.
3. Law Officer (Grade A)
Graduate degree in any discipline plus LLB, OR a 5-year Integrated LLB, recognized by the Bar Council of India. General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60% marks in each qualifying degree; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% marks. Minimum 2 years of post-qualification work experience (as on 30.06.2026) is required in litigation, law firms, or legal functions with private/public organizations or government, in areas such as litigation, arbitration/ADR, or drafting and vetting of legal/contractual documents.
4. Assistant Quality Control Officer (Grade A0)
Master’s degree in Chemistry (Inorganic/Organic/Analytical/Physical/Applied/Industrial Chemistry). General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60% marks minimum; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% marks minimum. Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in Testing/R&D/Quality Control in a petroleum, petrochemical, polymer, or fertilizer laboratory, and/or in an NABL-accredited lab (Chemical discipline, Lubricants/Petroleum group).
5. Diploma Engineer (Grade E0)
3-year full-time Diploma in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Safety-related disciplines as listed in the official notification). General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65% marks minimum; SC/ST: 55% marks minimum. Candidates possessing higher professional qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, CS, CMA, MCA, or Ph.D. are not eligible for this post. For the Safety discipline, an additional Diploma in Industrial Safety (minimum 1 year) is required.
Common Eligibility Points
Candidates must produce their final degree/marksheet by 30 September 2026.
Qualifications acquired through Part-time/Correspondence/Distance/Online learning modes are not eligible.
CGPA/grade-based results must be converted to percentage as per the respective institute’s official conversion formula.
Candidates must be Indian nationals with an outstanding academic record.
Age Limit
| Post (Grade) | Maximum Age (General/EWS) |
|---|---|
| Graduate Engineer (Grade A) | 26 years |
| Diploma Engineer (Grade E0) | 26 years |
| Officer (Marketing) (Grade A) | 28 years |
| Law Officer (Grade A) | 30 years |
| Assistant Quality Control Officer (Grade A0) | 30 years |
Pay Scale 2026
| Grade | Applicable Posts | Initial Basic | Pay Scale | Approx. CTC/annum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Graduate Engineer, Officer (Marketing), Law Officer | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000–1,60,000 | ₹18.4 Lakhs |
| A0 | Assistant Quality Control Officer | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000–1,40,000 | ₹14.8 Lakhs |
| E0 | Diploma Engineer | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000–1,20,000 | ₹11.1 Lakhs |
Service Bond
| Grade | General Category | EWS/OBC(NCL)/SC/ST/PwBD |
|---|---|---|
| Grade A | ₹3,00,000 | ₹50,000 |
| Grade A0/E0 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹35,000 |
Selected candidates must serve a minimum bond period of 3 years from the date of joining.
Selection Process
Selection comprises three stages: Computer Based Test (CBT), Group Discussion (GD) & Group Task (GT), and Personal Interview (PI).
CBT Pattern
| Section | Subject | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| A – General Aptitude | Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 60 min (80 min with compensatory time) |
| Logical Reasoning | 15 | ||
| Verbal Ability (English) | 15 | ||
| B – Domain Knowledge | Post-specific technical/domain questions | 50 | 90 min (120 min with compensatory time) |
| Total | 100 | 150 min | |
Each question carries 1 mark; 0.25 marks deducted for every incorrect answer.
Section order is fixed – Section A first, then Section B.
CBT will be held at 83 test centers across India (city list available in the official notification and syllabus link below).
Qualifying Standard in CBT
| Category | Each Section (A & B) | Overall Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC(NCL) | 40% | 45% |
| SC/ST | 35% | 40% |
| PwBD | 25% | 30% |
Composite Score Weightage
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | 85% |
| Group Discussion (GD) & Group Task (GT) | 5% |
| Personal Interview (PI) | 10% |
Minimum composite score required: General/EWS/OBC(NCL) – 45%, SC/ST – 40%, PwBD – 30%. GD/GT and PI each require a minimum 40% pass mark.
How to Apply for IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026
Visit the official website www.iocl.com and click “Apply Online.”
Choose “Click here for New Registration” and enter Name, contact details, and email ID to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
Log in and fill the application form; use “Save and Next” to save progress at each stage.
Upload scanned photograph (4.5cm x 3.5cm, 20–50 KB), signature (10–20 KB), and left thumb impression (20–50 KB) as per specifications.
Capture a live photograph via webcam or mobile phone as prompted by the portal.
Fill in educational, category, and other required details.
Preview the form carefully, then click “Complete Registration” – no changes are allowed after this step.
Proceed to the Payment tab and pay the application fee online.
Click “Submit” and download/print the completed application form and e-receipt for your records.
Documents Required
Qualifying degree/diploma certificate and mark sheets (as applicable to the post)
CGPA-to-percentage conversion certificate, if applicable
Work experience proof (for Law Officer and Assistant Quality Control Officer posts) on organizational letterhead
Bar Council of India registration certificate (for Law Officer candidates with independent practice)
Birth date proof (Board of Secondary Education matriculation/higher-secondary certificate)
Category certificate (EWS/OBC(NCL)/SC/ST), as applicable, in the latest prescribed format
PwBD certificate and UDID card, where applicable
Valid photo identity proof (PAN/Passport/Driving License/Voter ID/Aadhaar, etc.)
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer, if presently employed in Government/PSU/Autonomous Body
Important Conditions
Candidates having their graduation/diploma in combined, integrated, or interdisciplinary subjects (e.g., Mechatronics, Robotics) are not eligible for the Graduate Engineer or Diploma Engineer posts.
No change of category (Gen/EWS/SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD) is permitted once submitted in the online application.
Selected candidates will be placed anywhere in India, including overseas offices, at Corporation discretion.
Final selection is provisional and subject to subsequent verification of certificates, testimonials, and medical fitness.
Candidates must clear Pre-Employment Medical Examination (PEME) guidelines before joining.
Any use of unfair means, impersonation, or misconduct during the process will lead to disqualification and may result in debarment from future IOCL examinations.
IOCL reserves the right to cancel, restrict, enlarge, modify, or alter the recruitment/selection process without prior notice.
Important Links
Apply Online : Click here
Notification : Click here
Official Website : Click here