Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released official employment notifications for the recruitment of 372 Technician and Trade Apprentice vacancies at Bongaigaon Refinery, Guwahati Refinery, and Digboi Refinery under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 (as amended).
This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for candidates holding B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., Diploma, ITI, and Class XII qualifications to undergo apprenticeship training at one of India’s leading public sector oil companies.
Interested and eligible candidates may check detailed information regarding eligibility criteria, educational qualification, age limit, stipend, refinery-wise vacancies, important dates, and online application procedure in this article.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Name of Post | Technician & Trade Apprentice |
| Total Posts | 372 Posts |
| Qualification | B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., Diploma, ITI, Class XII |
| Age Limit | 18 to 24 Years |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Application Start Date | 29th June 2026 (Bongaigaon & Guwahati) / 8th July 2026 (Digboi) |
| Last Date | 28th July 2026 (Bongaigaon & Guwahati) / 31st July 2026 (Digboi) |
| Job Location | Assam |
| Application Mode | Online |
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment Details
Name of Post
Technician & Trade Apprentice
Total Vacancies
372 Posts
Refinery-wise Vacancy
| Refinery | Vacancies |
| Bongaigaon Refinery | 144 |
| Guwahati Refinery | 102 |
| Digboi Refinery | 126 |
| Total | 372 |
Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 (as amended) and IOCL guidelines.
Eligibility Criteria of IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Age Limit
Candidates should be 18 to 24 years as on 30th June 2026 for General/EWS candidates.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL)/MOBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the following qualifications according to the respective trade:
| Trade / Discipline | Qualification |
| Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | B.Sc. with Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry |
| Trade Apprentice – Boiler (Mechanical) | B.Sc. with Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry |
| Trade Apprentice – Fitter | Matriculation with ITI in Fitter Trade (Minimum 2 Years) |
| Technician Apprentice – Chemical | Diploma in Chemical Engineering / Petrochemical Engineering / Chemical Technology / Refinery & Petrochemical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering / Instrumentation & Electronics / Instrumentation & Control / Applied Electronics & Instrumentation |
| Technician Apprentice – Electrical | Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
| Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant | B.A. / B.Sc. / B.Com. |
| Trade Apprentice – Accountant | B.Com. |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | Class XII Pass |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder) | Class XII Pass with Domestic Data Entry Operator Skill Certificate |
Selection Process
Selection of candidates will be based on:
- Merit as per qualifying examination.
- Document Verification.
- Fulfilment of eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification.
How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The application process consists of two steps.
Step 1: Register on Apprenticeship Portal
Candidates must first register according to their trade through the following portals:
- NAPS Portal (for Trade Apprentices)
- NATS Portal (for Technician Apprentices)
After successful registration, candidates should apply for the respective IOCL Refinery Apprenticeship Advertisement from their dashboard.
Step 2: Apply Online through IOCL Portal
After completing the apprenticeship portal registration:
- Scroll down to the Important Web-Links section.
- Click on the Online Application Form.
- Complete the registration process.
- Login using your credentials.
- Fill in all personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit the online application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates of IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
| Application Start (Bongaigaon & Guwahati) | 29th June 2026 |
| Application Start (Digboi) | 8th July 2026 |
| Last Date (Bongaigaon & Guwahati) | 28th July 2026 |
| Last Date (Digboi) | 31st July 2026 |
| Tentative List for Document Verification | 5th August 2026 |
| Document Verification | 11th to 18th August 2026 |
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Important Web-Links of IOCL Apprentice Recruitment
| Links | Details |
| Online Application Form | Bongaigaon | Guwahati | Digboi |
| NATS / NAPS Registration | NATS | NAPS |
| Advertisement Details | Bongaigaon | Guwahati | Digboi |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available under IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
IOCL has announced 372 Technician and Trade Apprentice vacancies.
Q2. Which refineries are included in this recruitment?
The recruitment is for:
- Bongaigaon Refinery
- Guwahati Refinery
- Digboi Refinery
Q3. What is the age limit?
Candidates should be 18 to 24 years as on 30th June 2026.
Q4. Is there any application fee?
No. There is no application fee for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Q5. How can I apply?
Candidates must first register through the NATS/NAPS Portal and then submit the online application through the IOCL Recruitment Portal.
Conclusion
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 provides an excellent opportunity for Diploma holders, ITI pass candidates, Graduates, and Class XII qualified applicants to receive apprenticeship training at Bongaigaon, Guwahati, and Digboi Refineries. Interested candidates should complete both the apprenticeship portal registration and the IOCL online application before the respective closing dates.
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