IOCL Eastern Region Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 409 Technician, Graduate & Trade Apprentice Posts

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released the official notification for the engagement of 409 Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The recruitment is being conducted by IOCL Marketing Division, Eastern Region, for various locations across Eastern India and the North Eastern states.

Eligible candidates with ITI, Diploma, 12th and Graduation qualifications can apply for the available apprenticeship positions. The selection process will be based on merit, and there will be no written examination or interview.

Candidates interested in IOCL Eastern Region Recruitment 2026 should check the eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend, selection process and application procedure before submitting their online applications.

IOCL Eastern Region Recruitment 2026 – Overview

State-Wise Vacancy Details

A total of 409 apprentice vacancies have been announced across the following states and Union Territory.

Vacancies are provisional and may change according to the organization’s requirements and applicable reservation rules.

Post Names and Discipline Codes

The recruitment includes the following apprenticeship disciplines:

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil the educational qualification, age limit and other eligibility conditions prescribed by Indian Oil Corporation Limited.

1. Educational Qualification

The post-wise educational qualifications are given below.

Minimum Marks:

• General, EWS and OBC-NCL candidates: 50% aggregate marks.
• SC/ST/PwBD candidates applying for reserved positions: 45% aggregate marks.

Additional conditions:

• ITI qualifications must be recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
• Qualifications must be obtained through regular full-time mode.
• Part-time, correspondence and distance-learning qualifications are not accepted.
• DEO skill certificate holders must possess a qualifying Domestic Data Entry Operator certificate issued by an authorized awarding body.
• Candidates with higher professional qualifications such as B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, ICWA or LLB are not eligible under the notification.

2. Qualification Passing Date

Candidates must have obtained their prescribed qualifications within the following periods:

3. Age Limit

The age limit for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is:

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years

The age will be calculated as on 30 November 2026.

Age Relaxation:

Age relaxation will be applicable as per the official recruitment notification and reservation rules.

Stipend

Candidates selected for the apprenticeship training will receive a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and the applicable Apprenticeship Rules, as amended from time to time.

The notification does not specify a single fixed monthly stipend amount for all disciplines. The applicable stipend will be paid according to the relevant apprenticeship category and government rules.

Training Duration

The duration of apprenticeship training will be 12 months (one year).

During this period, selected candidates will undergo practical and on-the-job training at the designated IOCL locations.

Please note that completion of apprenticeship training does not guarantee permanent employment in Indian Oil Corporation Limited.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be conducted through a merit-based process.

The selection procedure includes:

1. Online registration through the NAPS/NATS portal.
2. Submission of the application for the relevant IOCL apprenticeship opportunity.
3. Preparation of a merit list based on marks obtained in the prescribed educational qualification.
4. Document verification of shortlisted candidates.
5. Pre-engagement medical fitness examination.
6. Final engagement of eligible candidates.

Important: There will be no written examination or interview for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026.

Candidates will be shortlisted based on their percentage of marks in the essential educational qualification prescribed for their respective disciplines.

Important Dates

Important: Candidates must complete both the NAPS/NATS application and the separate Microsoft Form submission by 12 December 2026. Missing either step may lead to rejection.

How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates can follow the steps below to apply online.

• Step 1: Visit the official apprenticeship registration portal.
  • For Trade Apprentice (ITI/Data Entry Operator): NAPS Apprenticeship Portal
  • For Technician and Graduate Apprentice: NATS Apprenticeship Portal
• Step 2: Complete the registration process using your personal and educational details.
• Step 3: Log in to the respective NAPS/NATS portal using your registered User ID and password.
• Step 4: Search for Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division), Eastern Region.
• Step 5: Apply for the relevant apprenticeship opportunity using the appropriate Establishment ID:
  • NATS Establishment ID: EWBKOC000077
  • NAPS Establishment ID: E05201900011
• Step 6: Select the appropriate discipline code and submit your apprenticeship application.
• Step 7: After successfully applying through the NAPS/NATS portal, candidates must fill out the separate Microsoft Form.IOCL Apprentice Microsoft Form – Submit Here
• Step 8: Provide the required details, including your choice of three preferred training locations and document verification information.
• Step 9: Review all information carefully and submit the form before the closing date.
• Step 10: Keep a copy of your application details and Microsoft Form submission for future reference.

Important: Applying through NAPS/NATS alone is not sufficient. Submission of the Microsoft Form is also compulsory.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying:

1. Class 10th certificate and mark sheet (Date of Birth proof).
2. ITI/Diploma/12th/Graduation mark sheets and certificates, as applicable.
3. Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL), if applicable.
4. EWS certificate, if applicable.
5. PwBD certificate, if applicable.
6. Aadhaar Card.
7. PAN Card.
8. Recent passport-size colour photograph.
9. Signature in blue ink.
10. Bank account details linked with Aadhaar.
11. Printed cheque book with the candidate’s name.

Candidates should also keep their active email ID and mobile number available throughout the selection and apprenticeship process.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Candidates can apply for only ONE discipline code.
• Applications submitted for multiple discipline codes will be rejected.
• Candidates must ensure that all personal and educational details are correct.
• Shortlisted candidates must attend document verification with original documents.
• Candidates must qualify for the pre-engagement medical fitness examination.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending document verification or joining.
• Candidates should regularly visit the official IOCL website for updates.
• Apprenticeship training does not guarantee permanent employment.

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