The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 2756 Technician & Trade Apprentice Posts under various Technical and Non-Technical trades. Eligible candidates can apply online for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 from 28 November 2025 through the official website iocl.com.
All important information including eligibility, vacancies, age limit, stipend, and the application process is provided below.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 2756 Posts |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 December 2025 |
| Category | Apprentice |
| Official Website | https://iocl.com |
IOCL Apprentice Vacancy 2025 – Detailed Breakdown
Post Name: Apprentice
Total Posts: 2756
Refinery-Wise Vacancy
- Guwahati Refinery: 82
- Barauni Refinery: 313
- Gujarat Refinery: 583
- Haldia Refinery: 216
- Mathura Refinery: 189
- Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex: 707
- Digboi Refinery: 112
- Bongaigaon Refinery: 142
- Paradip Refinery: 413
Total Posts in Assam: 336
Stipend
The stipend will be paid as per the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprenticeship Rules 1992, and IOCL guidelines.
Training Duration
12 to 24 Months (Depending on Trade/Discipline)
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the required age and educational qualifications before applying.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 Years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 Years |
Educational Qualification (Trade-wise)
Trade Apprentice
- Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant): 3 years B.Sc. (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry)
- Fitter: Matric + ITI (Fitter Trade) – Minimum 2 years
- Boiler Attendant: 3 years B.Sc. (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry)
Technician Apprentice
- Chemical: 3 years Diploma in Chemical / Petrochemical / Chemical Technology / Refinery & Petrochemical Engineering
- Mechanical: 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical: 3 years Diploma in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Instrumentation: 3 years Diploma in Instrumentation / Instrumentation & Electronics / Instrumentation & Control / Applied Electronics & Instrumentation
Other Trades
- Secretarial Assistant: 3 years B.A. / B.Sc. / B.Com.
- Accountant: 3 years B.Com.
- Data Entry Operator (Fresher): Class 12 Pass
- Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder): Class 12 Pass + Skill Certificate in Domestic Data Entry Operator
How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
Step 1 – Register on Apprenticeship Portals
Candidates must register online based on their trade:
a) Trade Apprentice (ITI / DEO)
👉 https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/
b) Technician Apprentice (Diploma)
👉 https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php
- Select "Apprenticeship Opportunities" and choose IOCL as the location.
- Complete registration carefully and verify details before submission.
Step 2 – Apply on IOCL Portal
After completing NAPS/NATS registration, candidates must submit the final application at:
- Select preferred Refinery Unit
- Fill the online form
- Upload required documents
- Submit application
Important Dates – IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 28 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Update Soon |
| Exam Date | Update Soon |
| Result | Update Soon |
| Document Verification | Update Soon |
| Final Merit List | Update Soon |
Important Web-Links – IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025
| Link Type | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Full Notification | Click Here |
| Online Application | Click Here |
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