IOCL Engagement of Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Apply Online for 637 Apprentice Posts
Short Description
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), one of India's largest commercial undertakings and a Fortune “Global 500” Company, invites applications from eligible candidates for engagement as Apprentices. This initiative is part of the Skill Building Initiative for the Nation. Applications are for the Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973.
Advertisement No.: PR/P/Apprentice/59(2025-26)
Important Dates & Application Fees
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Age Limit (as on 31-01-2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per rules. Please read the official notification for details.
Vacancy Details: Total 637 Posts
| Region/Trade Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice - Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 129 |
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter) - Mechanical | 143 |
| Technician Apprentice - Chemical | 107 |
| Technician Apprentice - Mechanical | 49 |
| Technician Apprentice - Electrical | 126 |
| Technician Apprentice - Instrumentation | 39 |
| Trade Apprentice Secretarial Assistant (Location- Panipat) | 03 |
| Trade Apprentice Secretarial Assistant (Location- New Delhi) | 08 |
| Trade Apprentice Accountant | 01 |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 25 |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | 07 |
Post-wise Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 3 years B.Sc. (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry). |
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter) | Matric with ITI in Fitter Trade (minimum 2 years duration). |
| Technician Apprentice – Chemical | 3 years Diploma in Chemical Engg./Petrochemical Engg./Chemical Technology/Refinery and Petrochemical Engg. |
| Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engg. |
| Technician Apprentice – Electrical | 3 years Diploma in Electrical Engg. / Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engg. |
| Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | 3 years Diploma in Instrumentation Engg./ Instrumentation & Electronics/ Instrumentation & Control Engg. |
| Trade Apprentice Secretarial Assistant | 3 years B.A./B.Sc./B.Com from a recognized University. |
| Trade Apprentice Accountant | B.Com from a recognized University. |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 10+2 Passed from a recognized board. |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | Class XII pass with Skill Certificate in 'Domestic Data Entry Operator'. |
How to Fill the Online Form
- Candidates must read the full official notification carefully before applying.
- First, register on the apprenticeship portals (NATS/NAPS) if required.
- Fill out the application form with correct details: Name, Father's Name, Date of Birth, Address, etc.
- Upload all required documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates) in the specified format and size.
- Before final submission, review all the details carefully.
- After submitting the form, take a printout or save the PDF for future reference.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online (Trade Apprentice) | NATS Portal | NAPS Portal |
| Apply Online Google Form (Fill Before Main Form) | Click Here |
| Download Corrigendum | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |