IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 637 Vacancy Notification

The IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice 2026 Recruitment notification has been released under Advertisement No. PR/P/Apprentice/59 (2025-26). Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a Government of India undertaking, has invited online applications for engagement of Apprentices at its Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex.

This recruitment drive is being conducted under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 (as amended). A total of 637 apprentice vacancies are available across various trades and disciplines.

Recruitment Overview
Trade-wise Vacancy Details
Important Dates
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit & Relaxation
Selection Process
Stipend & Benefits
Required Documents
Reservation Rules
Medical Fitness
How to Apply
Important Notes
FAQs

Recruitment Overview

Organization	Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Unit	Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex
Post Name	Apprentice (Multiple Trades)
Total Vacancy	637
Advertisement No.	PR/P/Apprentice/59 (2025-26)
Training Period	12 Months / 15 Months (depending on trade)
Application Mode	Online (NAPS/NATS + Google Form)

Trade-wise Vacancy Details

Code	Trade / Discipline	Total Seats
101	Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)	129
102	Trade Apprentice – Fitter	143
104	Technician Apprentice – Chemical	107
105	Technician Apprentice – Mechanical	49
106	Technician Apprentice – Electrical	126
107	Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation	39
108	Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant (Panipat)	3
108	Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant (New Delhi)	8
109	Trade Apprentice – Accountant	1
110	Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher)	25
111	Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder)	7
Total		637

Note: There is no reservation for ST category in Haryana state as per notification.

Important Dates

Online Application Start Date	07th February 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply	20th February 2026 (5:00 PM)
Publication of DV List (Tentative)	26th February 2026
Document Verification (Tentative)	05th March 2026 to 10th March 2026

The eligibility date for qualification and age is 31 January 2026.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have completed the required qualification as on 31-01-2026.

Minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC & PwBD for reserved seats).
Regular full-time course only.
Distance/part-time courses are not eligible.
Higher qualifications like B.E/B. Tech/MBA/CA/LLB/MCA are not eligible.
Qualification must be from recognized Board/University/Institute.

Special Conditions:

Diploma through lateral entry is allowed.
Engineering/Diploma holders with 1 year job experience are not eligible.
Candidates who completed 5 years after qualification are not eligible.
Only one trade can be applied.

Age Limit & Relaxation

Minimum Age	18 Years
Maximum Age (UR/EWS)	24 Years

Age relaxation:

SC – 5 years
OBC (NCL) – 3 years
PwBD – 10 years (additional relaxation as applicable)

Age proof must be Matriculation certificate.

Selection Process

There will be No Written Exam. Selection will be based on:

Percentage of marks in qualifying examination
Merit list in descending order
Tie-breaking: Date of birth (senior candidate preferred)

Preference will be given to candidates applying for apprenticeship for the first time.

Stipend & Benefits

The stipend will be paid as per Apprentices Act and company guidelines. Additional benefits:

Accident Insurance Coverage
General Leave – 32 days
Casual Leave – 12 days (pro-rata)
Safety Shoes & Helmet for plant trades

No HRA or company accommodation will be provided.

Required Documents

At the time of Document Verification, candidates must bring:

10th certificate (DOB proof)
12th/Diploma/ITI/Graduation mark sheets
Final Certificate
CGPA conversion certificate (if applicable)
Caste/EWS/PwBD Certificate
NATS/NAPS Registration print
Photo ID proof
Affidavit (Annexure-I format)

Reservation Rules

Reservation applicable for:

SC
OBC (NCL)
EWS
PwBD

If reserved seats remain unfilled, they may be filled by other eligible categories as per merit rules mentioned in notification.

Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness

Selected candidates must meet physical fitness standards. Only medically fit candidates will be engaged. Medical guidelines are available on IOCL official website.

How to Apply Online

Step 1: Register on NAPS/NATS portal

Step 2: Apply for the relevant IOCL opportunity

Step 3: Submit additional details through Google Form Both steps are mandatory. Important:

Use same email and mobile number in both steps
Check profile details carefully before submission
Only online applications are accepted

Helpline: Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex Contact: 0180-252-2087/2048 Email: prpcrecruitment@indianoil.in

Official Notification: Click Here

Important Notes

No guarantee of employment after apprenticeship.
Incomplete applications will be rejected.
False information may lead to cancellation and legal action.
All updates will be available only on official website.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are available in IOCL Panipat Apprentice 2026 Recruitment?
Total 637 apprentice seats are available.

Q2. Is there any written exam?
No, selection is based on marks in qualifying exam.

Q3. What is the last date to apply?
20 February 2026.

Q4. What is the age limit?
18 to 24 years (relaxation applicable).

Q5. Is there any application fee?
Not Mentioned in Notification.

Q6. Will IOCL provide job after apprenticeship?
No, there is no obligation for employment.

Q7. Can I apply for multiple trades?
No, only one trade is allowed.

Q8. Where will training be conducted?
Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex (Secretarial Assistant also at New Delhi location).

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Disclaimer: Information provided above is based on the official IOCL Apprentice Notification PR/P/Apprentice/59 (2025-26). Candidates must refer to the official PDF and IOCL website before applying.