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405 Posts: IOCL Recruitment 2026
Post Name : Trade/Technician/Graduate Apprentices
No of Posts : 405
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Eligibility Criteria :
Qualifications: The qualification prescribed shall be from a recognized University/Institute as a full-time regular course in relevant disciplines. Qualification acquired through Part-time / Correspondence / Distance Learning mode shall render the candidate NOT ELIGIBLE.
Essential qualifications: – Technician Apprentice (Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation/Civil/Electrical & Electronics/Electronics): 3 years regular full time Diploma in relevant Engineering with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). – Trade Apprentice (Fitter/Electrician/Electronics Mechanic/Instrument Mechanic/Machinist): Matric with regular full time 2 year ITI in relevant trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT. – Graduate Apprentice: Regular full time Graduate in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). – Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher): Class 12th with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). – Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders): Class 12th + Skill Certificate of ‘Domestic Data Entry Operator’ for training less than one year.
Desirable: Not specified
experience: No prior experience required
Vacancy Details :
| State | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | 179 |
| Gujarat | 69 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 69 |
| Goa | 22 |
| Chhattisgarh | 22 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 22 |
| Daman & Diu | 22 |
| Total | 405 |
Salary/Stipend :
Rate of stipend payable to apprentices per month shall be as prescribed under Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules 1992/2019/2025 as amended from time to time.
Age Limit (as on 31-12-2025)
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 24 years
Relaxation in the Upper Age Limit: 5 years for SC/ST (up to 29 years), 3 years for OBC-NCL (up to 27 years), 10 years for PwBD (up to 34 years, additional for reserved categories).
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Opening of Online Application | 15/01/2026 (10:00 AM onwards) |
| Last Date of Submission of Online Application | 31/01/2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
Selection Process :
Merit list prepared based on percentage of marks in the essential prescribed qualification.
No written Test/Interview.
Shortlisted candidates called for document verification and Pre-engagement medical fitness test.
General Information/Instructions :
Candidates must register on NAPS/NATS portal and apply against the notification.
Candidates can apply for ANY ONE DISCIPLINE CODE ONLY.
Engagement subject to medical fitness and verification of documents.
No obligation for employment after apprenticeship.
Any false information will lead to cancellation of candidature.
Applicants must have PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Bank Account.
How to Apply :
Register on NAPS/NATS portal (Trade Apprentice at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/, Technician/Graduate at https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php).
Login and apply against IOCL (Marketing Division)-Western Region openings (NATS: WMHMCC000053, NAPS: E01172700332).
Ensure profile is 100% complete.
Apply from 15/01/2026 (10:00 AM) to 31/01/2026 (5:00 PM).
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