IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 For 500 Posts
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Pipelines Division) has invited online applications for nearly 500 Technician and Trade Apprentice positions across various regions. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the NATS/NAPS and official pipeline portals from 6 November 2026 to 5 December 2026.
Recruitment Lifecycle Tracker
Real-time status tracking from notification circular to final merit listing
Notification
Gazette Circular
Online Form
Registration Window
Admit Card
SSB / Hall Ticket
Answer Key
Responses & Objection
Final Result
Merit Recommendation
Important Dates
12th Pass / Diploma / ITI / Graduate
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
Category Fee | Not specified in the official notification (Free / No Fee mentioned) |
Age Limit
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualifications
Official allocations across cadres, vacancies, category quota, and prescribed eligibility criteria.
Category Quota & Vacancy Distribution
Technician Apprentice (Mechanical)
Three years (or lateral entry after Class-XII (Sc)/ITI admitted in 2nd year of Diploma course) full time Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering.
Technician Apprentice (Electrical)
Three years (or lateral entry after Class-XII (Sc)/ITI admitted in 2nd year of Diploma course) full time Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
Technician Apprentice (Telecommunication & Instrumentation)
Three years (or lateral entry after Class-XII (Sc)/ITI admitted in 2nd year of Diploma course) full time Diploma in any of the disciplines of Engineering listed below the table, from a Govt. recognized Institute.
Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource)
Full Time Bachelor degree (Graduation) from a Govt. recognized Institute/University.
Trade Apprentice (Accountant)
Full Time Bachelor degree (Graduation) in Commerce from a Govt. recognized Institute/University.
Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices)
Minimum 12th Pass (but below Graduate).
Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders)
Minimum 12th Pass (but below Graduate), and a Skill Certificate of 'Domestic Data Entry Operator' for training of less than one year, issued by an awarding body recognized under National Skill Qualifications Framework or any other authority recognized by the Central Govt.
Trade
Qualification Required
| Post / Cadre | Department | Prescribed Qualifications & Eligibility | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Engineering Three years (or lateral entry after Class-XII (Sc)/ITI admitted in 2nd year of Diploma course) full time Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering. | Tentative |
Technician Apprentice (Electrical) | Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Engineering Three years (or lateral entry after Class-XII (Sc)/ITI admitted in 2nd year of Diploma course) full time Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering. | Tentative |
Technician Apprentice (Telecommunication & Instrumentation) | Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Engineering Three years (or lateral entry after Class-XII (Sc)/ITI admitted in 2nd year of Diploma course) full time Diploma in any of the disciplines of Engineering listed below the table, from a Govt. recognized Institute. | Tentative |
Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource) | Trade Apprentice | Bachelor's Degree Full Time Bachelor degree (Graduation) from a Govt. recognized Institute/University. | Tentative |
Trade Apprentice (Accountant) | Trade Apprentice | Bachelor's Degree Full Time Bachelor degree (Graduation) in Commerce from a Govt. recognized Institute/University. | Tentative |
Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices) | Data Entry Operator | Bachelor's Degree Minimum 12th Pass (but below Graduate). | Tentative |
Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | Domestic Data Entry Operator | Bachelor's Degree Minimum 12th Pass (but below Graduate), and a Skill Certificate of 'Domestic Data Entry Operator' for training of less than one year, issued by an awarding body recognized under National Skill Qualifications Framework or any other authority recognized by the Central Govt. | Tentative |
Trade | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Pipelines Division) | Qualification Required | — |
| Total across 8 official allocations | Total Vacancies: | 500 Posts Posts | |
Mode of Selection / Selection Process
Sequential qualification stages in chronological order
Selection is based on a Panel cum Merit List derived from the percentage of marks obtained in the essential qualification
All-India merit rank publication & joining recommendation
followed by document verification and medical fitness. No written test or interview will be conducted
Psychological, physical & officer aptitude assessment
How to Fill Form
Step-by-step verified candidate procedure for error-free form submission
Visit Official Portal
Register on the appropriate portal: NAPS portal for Data Entry Operator posts or NATS portal for Technician and other Trade Apprentices using the regional establishment ID.
Step 2 Protocol
Log in with your credentials and apply for the specific regional opening.
Visit Official Portal
Visit the Indian Oil Pipelines portal and complete Part-I registration using the same email and mobile number.
Enter Candidate Credentials
Complete Part-II by uploading scanned colour photographs, signature, and educational details.
Final Verification & Submission
Enter your NATS/NAPS enrolment number, submit the form before 05-12-2026, and print a copy for future reference.
Direct Verified Official Links
| Resource Name & Action | Direct Access |
|---|---|
Download Official Notification PDF | |
Apply Online (Registration / Login) | |
NATS Portal Registration | |
NAPS Portal Registration | |
IOCL Engineer & Trade Apprentice Recruitment Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 | |
IBPS PO / Clerk Comprehensive Blueprint | |
Official Commission Website |
Detailed Notification & Overview
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a major public sector enterprise, has released an official recruitment notification to engage approximately 500 apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 across its Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and South Eastern regional pipelines. The engagement spans multiple technical and non-technical branches, including Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Human Resources, Accounting, and Data Entry Operations. The training duration is 12 months, and selection is determined strictly through a merit list based on academic marks, skipping any written examination or interview. Interested aspirants must first register on the designated NATS or NAPS portal and subsequently complete their submissions on the Indian Oil Pipelines portal before the final deadline of 5 December 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1What is the start and last date to submit the IOCL apprentice application form?
Q2What are the educational qualifications required for various posts?
Q3What is the age limit and what relaxations are available?
Q4Is there any application fee required to apply for IOCL apprenticeship?
Q5What is the step-by-step process to apply and check selection status?
Q6Where can candidates verify official notifications and portal updates?
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Published by Examer Editorial Desk on 06/11/2026 • Last verified & updated on 06/11/2026 against official notifications from Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Pipelines Division).
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