Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 52 Geologists and Engineers (E1 Level) posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official ONGC website from 17 July 2026 to 31 July 2026.
Recruitment Highlights
| Particulars |
Details |
| Organization |
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) |
| Advertisement No. |
02/2026 (R&P) |
| Post Name |
Geologists & Engineers (E1 Level) |
| Total Vacancies |
52 Posts |
| Job Type |
Executive (E1 Level) |
| Salary |
₹60,000-₹1,80,000 |
| Approx. CTC |
₹26 Lakhs Per Annum |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Online Registration |
17 July – 31 July 2026 |
| CBT Date |
06 September 2026 (Tentative) |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Discipline |
Posts |
| Petroleum Engineering |
9 |
| Mechanical Engineering |
27 |
| Chemical Engineering |
10 |
| Instrumentation Engineering |
2 |
| Geology |
4 |
| Total |
52 |
Educational Qualification
| Discipline |
Qualification |
| Petroleum Engineering |
B.E./B.Tech in Petroleum Engineering with minimum 60% marks. |
| Mechanical Engineering |
B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 60% marks. |
| Chemical Engineering |
B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering with minimum 60% marks. |
| Instrumentation Engineering |
B.E./B.Tech in Instrumentation Engineering with minimum 60% marks. |
| Geology |
M.Sc./M.Tech in Geology/Petroleum Geoscience/Petroleum Geology/Geological Technology with minimum 60% marks. |
Important Qualification Guidelines
- Only regular full-time qualifications from recognized Universities/Institutes are accepted.
- Distance education qualifications are accepted only where approved by the competent statutory authority.
- AMIE or equivalent qualifications are not acceptable.
- Candidates must possess the required qualification on or before 31 July 2026.
- Minimum required marks are 60% in the qualifying degree.
Age Limit
| Category |
Engineering Posts |
Geology Post |
| UR/EWS |
26 Years |
27 Years |
| OBC (NCL) |
29 Years |
30 Years |
| SC/ST |
31 Years |
32 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) |
36 Years |
37 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) |
39 Years |
40 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) |
41 Years |
42 Years |
Note: Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen, ONGC departmental candidates and other reserved categories will be applicable as per Government of India and ONGC rules.
Salary & Benefits
| Particular |
Details |
| Pay Scale |
₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 |
| Level |
E1 Executive Level |
| Approximate CTC |
₹26 Lakhs Per Annum |
| Other Benefits |
DA, HRA, Medical Facilities, CPF, Gratuity, Leave Benefits, Performance Related Pay and other allowances as per ONGC rules. |
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Personal Interview
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
Selection Weightage
| Stage |
Marks |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) |
85 |
| Personal Interview |
15 |
| Total |
100 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- CBT: UR/EWS/OBC candidates must secure at least 45% marks.
- CBT: SC/ST/PwBD candidates must secure at least 40% marks.
- Interview: UR/EWS/OBC candidates must obtain 9 out of 15 marks (60%).
- Interview: SC/ST/PwBD candidates must obtain 6 out of 15 marks (40%).
CBT Exam Pattern
| Section |
Questions |
| Concerned Discipline |
40 |
| General Awareness |
10 |
| Aptitude Test |
25 |
| English Language |
10 |
| Total |
85 Questions |
Exam Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Negative Marking: No Negative Marking.
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS |
₹1,000 |
| SC/ST/PwBD |
Nil |
The application fee must be paid online. Once paid, the fee will not be refunded.
Important Instructions
- Candidates can apply for only one discipline.
- The application must be submitted online before the closing date.
- Keep a valid Email ID and Mobile Number active throughout the recruitment process.
- All educational qualifications must be obtained from recognized Universities/Institutes.
- Incomplete applications or incorrect information may lead to rejection.
- Original documents will be verified during the Document Verification process.
- Selected candidates must satisfy the prescribed medical fitness standards of ONGC.
Required Documents
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Scanned Signature
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets
- Caste/EWS/PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID/Passport)
- Experience Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply
- Visit the official ONGC website.
- Open the Recruitment section and select Advt. No. 02/2026 (R&P).
- Complete the online registration using your Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill in personal, educational and other required details carefully.
- Upload the prescribed documents in the required format.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Review all details and submit the application.
- Download and print the final application form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Starts |
17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
31 July 2026 |
| CBT Examination |
06 September 2026 (Tentative) |
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