IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1450 Trade & Technician Apprentice Posts at Panipat Refinery
ndian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for 1450 Trade and Technician Apprentice vacancies at the Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex, Haryana. The recruitment is being conducted under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 through Advertisement No. PR/P/Apprentice/60 (2026-27).
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 14 July 2026 to 12 August 2026 through the NAPS/NATS portal. Selection will be made purely on merit, and no written examination will be conducted.
IOCL Recruitment 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Advertisement No. | PR/P/Apprentice/60 (2026-27) |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice & Technician Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1450 |
| Job Location | Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex, Haryana |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Merit List, Document Verification & Medical Fitness |
| Official Website | https://www.iocl.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 14 July 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 14 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Merit List | To be Announced |
| Document Verification | As per Schedule |
Vacancy Details
IOCL has announced 1450 Apprentice vacancies in 11 different Trade and Technician Apprentice disciplines.
The recruitment includes various apprenticeship trades under:
- Trade Apprentice
- Technician Apprentice
- Mechanical Discipline
- Electrical Discipline
- Chemical Discipline
- Instrumentation
- Fitter
- Electrician
- Laboratory
- Secretarial Assistant
- Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders)
- Other notified apprentice trades
The detailed trade-wise vacancy distribution is available in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess the required qualification relevant to the post.
Eligible qualifications include:
- Class 10th Pass
- 12th Pass
- ITI Certificate
- Diploma in Engineering
- B.Sc
- Graduate Degree (where applicable)
Candidates must have passed from a recognized Board, Institute or University.
Age Limit
As on the prescribed cut-off date:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age relaxation will be provided as per Government of India rules for:
- SC
- ST
- OBC (NCL)
- PwBD
- Ex-Servicemen
Selection Process
There will be no written examination.
Selection will be based on:
- Merit List prepared on qualifying examination marks.
- Document Verification.
- Pre-Engagement Medical Examination.
Final selection will depend upon successful verification of documents and medical fitness.
Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and IOCL apprenticeship guidelines.
Application Fee
No Application Fee
Candidates of all categories can apply free of cost.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before applying:
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhaar Card
- 10th Marksheet
- 12th Marksheet
- ITI/Diploma/Degree Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Email ID
- Mobile Number
How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official IOCL website.
- Register yourself on the NAPS or NATS portal according to your qualification.
- Complete your profile carefully.
- Apply for the respective IOCL Apprentice vacancy.
- Fill in the additional application form if required by the notification.
- Upload all necessary documents.
- Submit the application before 12 August 2026.
- Download and print the application confirmation for future reference.
Why Join IOCL?
- Maharatna Public Sector Company
- Industry-recognized Apprenticeship Training
- Practical Industrial Experience
- Monthly Stipend
- Government-approved Apprentice Certificate
- Better Career Opportunities in PSU & Private Sector
Important Links
Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Official Website: https://www.iocl.com
Application Mode: Online (NAPS/NATS)
Notification Release Date: 14 July 2026
Last Date to Apply: 12 August 2026
