Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).
Last Date: 18/12/2025.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released an employment notification for the recruitment of 2756 Apprentices under the Refineries Division 2025 (II) at Guwahati Refinery, Barauni Refinery, Gujarat Refinery, Haldia Refinery, Mathura Refinery, Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex, Digboi Refinery, Bongaigaon Refinery, and Paradip Refinery. Online applications are invited from eligible and interested candidates.
IOCL Apprentices Recruitment Details
1. Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)
Discipline: Chemical
2. Trade Apprentice (Fitter)
Discipline: Mechanical
3. Trade Apprentice (Boiler)
Discipline: Mechanical
4. Technician Apprentice
Discipline: Chemical
5. Technician Apprentice
Discipline: Mechanical
6. Technician Apprentice
Discipline: Electrical
7. Technician Apprentice
Discipline: Instrumentation
8. Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant
9. Trade Apprentice – Accountant
10. Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher)
11. Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder)
Refineries Division wise vacancy:
- Guwahati Refinery: 82
- Barauni Refinery: 313
- Gujarat Refinery: 583
- Haldia Refinery: 216
- Mathura Refinery: 189
- Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex: 707
- Digboi Refinery: 112
- Bongaigaon Refinery: 142
- Paradip Refinery: 413
Qualification for IOCL Apprentices Recruitment
101. Trade Apprentice -
Attendant Operator
Qualification: 3 years B.Sc. (Math’s, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry).
102. Trade Apprentice (Fitter)
Qualification: Matric + ITI in Fitter Trade (2 years, Pass class).
103. Trade Apprentice (Boiler)
Qualification: 3 years B.Sc. (Math’s, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry).
104. Technician Apprentice – Chemical
Qualification: 3 years Diploma in
- Chemical Engineering
- Petrochemical Engineering
- Chemical Technology
- Refinery & Petrochemical Engineering
105. Technician Apprentice – Mechanical
Qualification: 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
106. Technician Apprentice – Electrical
Qualification: 3 years Diploma in
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
107. Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation
Qualification: 3 years Diploma in
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Instrumentation & Electronics
- Instrumentation & Control Engineering
- Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
108. Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant
Qualification: 3 years B.A./B.Sc./B.Com.
109. Trade Apprentice – Accountant
Qualification: 3 years B.Com.
110. Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher)
Qualification: Class XII pass.
111. Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder)
Qualification: Class XII pass + Skill Certificate in Domestic Data Entry Operator.
Other Details of IOCL Apprentices Recruitment
Age limit: Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years as on 30-11-2025 for General/EWS candidates.
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD candidates.
Selection Process:
# No Written Test will be conducted.
# Selection is based purely on percentage of marks (descending order) in the prescribed qualification.
# Preference is given to candidates applying for apprenticeship for the first time.
# In case of a tie in marks, ranking will be decided by: (i) Older candidate (date of birth) (ii) If same DOB → Higher Matriculation marks
# PwBD candidates who received relaxed qualification marks will be considered only against reserved seats.
# Final seat allocation depends on management discretion based on candidate suitability; no claim if seats remain unfilled.
Important Dates:
- Online Application Opens: 28-11-2025 (10:00 Hrs.).
- Last Date to Apply: 18-12-2025 (17:00 Hrs.).
- List for Document Verification: 27-12-2025.
- Document Verification: 02-01-2026 to 07-01-2026.
How to Apply for IOCL Apprentices Recruitment?
| Section | Details |
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| Important | ✔ Only online applications are accepted. ✔ Both Step I & Step II must be completed. |
| STEP I – Register | A) For Post Codes 101, 102, 103, 108, 109, 110 & 111 (NAPS) • Register on NAPS: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in • Go to: Apprenticeship Opportunities → IOCL Refinery → Select Trade • Login and submit all details carefully. B) For Post Codes 104, 105, 106 & 107 (NATS) • Register on NATS/BOAT: nats.education.gov.in • Apply to IOCL Guwahati Refinery advertisement on your dashboard. • Submit details carefully. |
| STEP II – Apply | • Login to NAPS/NATS (as applicable). • Apply using the Establishment ID of the respective IOCL Refinery. |
| Establishment IDs (NATS & NAPS) | |
| Guwahati Refinery | NATS: EASKMC000002 | NAPS: E08191800001 |
| Barauni Refinery | NATS: EBRBEC000003 | NAPS: E11191000001 |
| Gujarat Refinery | NATS: WGJVDS000002 | NAPS: E03202408538 |
| Haldia Refinery | NATS: EWBMEC000002 | NAPS: E11191900001 |
| Mathura Refinery | NATS: NUPMTC000001 | NAPS: E12150900008 |
| Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex | NATS: NHRPPC000003 | NAPS: E10150600035 |
| Digboi Refinery | NATS: EASTIC000002 | NAPS: E01201800001 |
| Bongaigaon Refinery | NATS: EASCHC000001 | NAPS: E07191800001 |
| Paradip Refinery | NATS: EORJSC000003 | NAPS: E07192100001 |
Important Web Links for IOCL Apprentices Recruitment
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Online Application |
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NATS/NAPS Portal |
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Advertisement PDF |
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Official Website |
