Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released an official notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2026 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. IOCL invites online applications for Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice and Graduate Apprentice posts in its Marketing Division (Northern Region). Candidates with 10th, 12th, ITI, Diploma or Graduate degree can apply online within the prescribed dates through the official IOCL portal.
This recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for young candidates to gain hands-on industrial training in one of India’s largest Maharatna PSU. Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per Apprenticeship norms.
💼 IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | Not Specified (Region & Trade-wise) |
| Qualification | 10th / 12th / ITI / Diploma / Graduate (Post-wise) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 24 Years |
| Stipend | As per Apprentices Act & IOCL norms |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://iocl.com |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 26-12-2025 |
| Application Start Date | To be announced |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced |
📊 Vacancy Details
IOCL has announced apprentice engagement across multiple trades and disciplines in Northern Region locations. The exact number of vacancies is trade-wise and location-wise as mentioned in the official notification PDF.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Trade Apprentice: 10th / 12th Pass with ITI in relevant trade
- Technician Apprentice: Diploma in Engineering (relevant discipline)
- Graduate Apprentice: Graduation in BA / BSc / BCom / BBA or equivalent
- Qualifications must be from a recognized board/university
- Distance / Part-time qualifications are not eligible
Age Limit (as on 31-12-2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- PwBD: As per Government rules
💰 Stipend Details
- Graduate Apprentice: As prescribed by BOAT + additional amount by IOCL
- Technician Apprentice: As prescribed by BOAT + additional amount by IOCL
- Trade Apprentice: Stipend paid by IOCL as per Apprentices Act
- Stipend will be paid through DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank account
📝 Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on:
- Merit based on marks obtained in qualifying examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
🖥️ How to Apply Online?
- Visit the official website: https://iocl.com
- Go to the Apprenticeship or Careers section
- Click on IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification
- Register on NAPS / NATS portal if applicable
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Submit the application and save confirmation
🔗 Important Links
⚠️ Important Instructions
- Read the official notification carefully before applying
- Only online applications will be accepted
- Ensure Aadhaar-linked bank account for stipend
- Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected
- Selection does not guarantee permanent employment
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A1. The last date will be announced shortly on the official website.
Q2. Is there any application fee?
A2. No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Q3. Is this a permanent job?
A3. No, this is an apprenticeship training program.
Q4. What is the age limit?
A4. Candidates must be between 18 to 24 years.
Disclaimer: All information provided above is based on the official IOCL notification. Candidates are advised to verify details from the official website before applying. We are not responsible for any inadvertent errors or omissions.