Eligible candidates who fulfill the required educational qualifications can apply online through the official apprenticeship portals and the IOCL recruitment portal. The online application process begins on 29 June 2026 and will remain open until 28 July 2026.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Posts | 246 |
| Refinery | Bongaigaon & Guwahati |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 29 June 2026 |
| Last Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Official Website | www.iocl.com |
IOCL Apprentice Vacancy 2026
A total of 246 Apprentice vacancies have been announced under two refinery units.
| Refinery | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Bongaigaon Refinery | 144 |
| Guwahati Refinery | 102 |
| Total | 246 |
Stipend
The selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 (as amended), and IOCL guidelines.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 24 years of age as on 30 June 2026.
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- PwBD + OBC (NCL): 13 Years
- PwBD + SC/ST: 15 Years
Educational Qualification
| Trade/Discipline | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Industrial Chemistry) |
| Trade Apprentice – Boiler | B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Industrial Chemistry) |
| Technician Apprentice – Chemical | Diploma in Chemical Engineering / Petrochemical Engineering / Chemical Technology / Refinery & Petrochemical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering / Instrumentation & Electronics / Instrumentation & Control Engineering / Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice – Electrical | Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
| Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant | B.A. / B.Sc. / B.Com |
| Trade Apprentice – Accountant | B.Com |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | Class XII Pass |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder) | Class XII Pass with Domestic Data Entry Operator Skill Certificate |
Selection Process
- Merit based on qualifying examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness (where applicable)
How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Step 1: Register on Apprenticeship Portal
Candidates must first register on the appropriate apprenticeship portal according to their trade.
- National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS)
- National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS)
After successful registration, apply for the relevant advertisement of IOCL Guwahati Refinery or Bongaigaon Refinery from your apprenticeship dashboard.
Step 2: Submit Online Application
- Visit the IOCL Recruitment Portal.
- Click on the Online Application Form.
- Complete the registration process.
- Login using your credentials.
- Fill in all personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date of Online Application | 29 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 July 2026 |
| Tentative Document Verification List | 5 August 2026 |
| Document Verification | 11 August to 18 August 2026 |
Important Web Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Bongaigaon Refinery) | Click Here |
| Apply Online (Guwahati Refinery) | Click Here |
| NATS Registration | Click Here |
| NAPS Registration | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Bongaigaon) | Download PDF |
| Official Notification (Guwahati) | Download PDF |
| Official Website | www.iocl.com |
Why Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment?
- Training in India's leading oil PSU
- Government-recognized apprenticeship certificate
- Monthly stipend during apprenticeship
- Practical industry experience
- Better career opportunities after training
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available in IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are 246 Apprentice vacancies.
2. Which refineries are included in this recruitment?
The recruitment is for Bongaigaon Refinery and Guwahati Refinery.
3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for submitting the online application is 28 July 2026.
4. What is the age limit?
Candidates should be between 18 and 24 years as on 30 June 2026.
5. Is there any application fee?
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.