Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) – Marketing Division, Eastern Region has released the official notification for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 to engage 509 Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible candidates can apply online through the NAPS / NATS portals and complete the mandatory Microsoft Form submission before the last date.
This recruitment is a great opportunity for candidates seeking government apprenticeship training in a Maharatna PSU with no written exam or interview.
💼 Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Division | Marketing Division – Eastern Region |
| Post Name | Trade / Technician / Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 509 Posts |
| Stipend | As per Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Age Limit | 18 – 24 Years (as on 31-12-2025) |
| Application Mode | Online (NAPS / NATS + Microsoft Form) |
| Selection Process | Merit List + Document Verification |
| Last Date | 09-01-2026 |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification & Online Application Start | 10-12-2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for NAPS / NATS Registration | 09-01-2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Microsoft Form Submission | 09-01-2026 |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice | 248 |
| Trade Apprentice | 127 |
| Graduate Apprentice | 107 |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator | 27 |
| Total | 509 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Technician Apprentice: 3 Years Diploma in relevant Engineering branch (50% for Gen/EWS/OBC-NCL, 45% for SC/ST/PwBD)
- Trade Apprentice (ITI): Matric + 2 Years ITI in relevant trade
- Graduate Apprentice: Any Graduation (BA / BSc / BCom / BBA)
- DEO: Matriculation + 12th Pass (Skill Certificate required for skilled DEO)
- Only full-time regular qualifications are eligible
Age Limit (as on 31-12-2025)
- Minimum: 18 Years
- Maximum: 24 Years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC-NCL: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
📝 Selection Process
The selection will be purely merit-based:
- Merit List based on marks in prescribed qualification
- Document Verification
No Written Test / No Interview
🖥️ How to Apply Online?
- Register on NAPS (for Trade / DEO) or NATS (for Technician / Graduate)
- Apply against Establishment ID:
NATS: EWBKOC000077
NAPS: E05201900011 - Fill correct aggregate percentage
- Submit the Microsoft Form with location choices and documents
- Complete all steps before 09-01-2026 (05:00 PM)
- Download Notification
🔗 Important Links
⚠️ Important Instructions
- No application fee for any category
- Both NAPS/NATS registration and Microsoft Form are mandatory
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
- Only merit-based selection
- Apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment
Disclaimer: All information provided above is based on the official IOCL notification. Candidates must verify details from the official website before applying.