IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a Government of India undertaking and one of the largest public sector enterprises in the country, has released an official notification for the engagement of 394 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment is specifically for the Pipelines Division across multiple regions and states in India.
The IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a skill-building initiative aimed at providing practical training to young Indian candidates in both Technical and Non-Technical trades. Candidates who have completed Diploma, Graduation, or 12th class and meet the eligibility criteria can apply online through the NAPS/NATS portals and the IOCL Pipelines application portal.
Organization Name & Post Details
| Organization Name | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Division | Pipelines Division |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Technical & Non-Technical) |
| Total Vacancies | 394 Posts |
| Advertisement Number | PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2025)-2 (Supp.) |
IMPORTANT DATES – IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 28 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | Not Mentioned in Notification |
| Exam Date | Not Applicable (No Written Exam) |
| Result / Merit List | To be notified on IOCL website |
Vacancy Details – State-wise & Region-wise
The total 394 apprentice vacancies are distributed across five pipeline regions of IOCL.
Eastern Region Pipelines (ERPL) – 101 Posts
| State | Locations | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Assam | Bongaigaon, Guwahati | 10 |
| Bihar | Banka, Barauni, Motihari, Muzaffarpur, Patna | 21 |
| Jharkhand | Jassidih | 3 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Baitalpur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Prayagraj | 29 |
| West Bengal | Asansol, Durgapur, Haldia, Kolkata, Siliguri & others | 38 |
Western Region Pipelines (WRPL) – 136 Posts
| State | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Gujarat | 77 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 5 |
| Maharashtra | 12 |
| Rajasthan | 42 |
Northern Region Pipelines (NRPL) – 54 Posts
| State | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Delhi | 7 |
| Haryana | 11 |
| Punjab | 19 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 8 |
| Others | 9 |
Southern Region Pipelines (SRPL) – 40 Posts
South Eastern Region Pipelines (SERPL) – 63 Posts
Trades Offered
- Technician Apprentice (Mechanical)
- Technician Apprentice (Electrical)
- Technician Apprentice (Telecommunication & Instrumentation)
- Trade Apprentice (Assistant – Human Resource)
- Trade Apprentice (Accountant)
- Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices)
- Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders)
Salary / Stipend Details
The selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act and Government of India norms.
| Basic Pay | Not Applicable |
| Grade Pay | Not Applicable |
| DA / HRA / TA | Not Applicable |
| Monthly Stipend | As per Apprentices Act Rules |
| Approx In-hand Salary | As prescribed by Government guidelines |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Diploma in Engineering – for Technician Apprentices
- Any Graduation – for HR Apprentice
- B.Com – for Accountant Apprentice
- 12th Pass (Below Graduate) – for Data Entry Operator
Minimum 50% marks required (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
Age Limit (as on 31-01-2026)
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
Category-wise Age Relaxation
- SC/ST – 5 Years
- OBC (NCL) – 3 Years
- PwBD – Up to 10 Years
Selection Process
- No Written Exam
- No Interview
- Merit List based on qualification marks
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Not Applicable. There is no written examination or syllabus for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Application Fee
No Application Fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Required Documents
- 10th Certificate (DOB Proof)
- Educational Certificates & Marksheets
- Caste / EWS / PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Bank Passbook
- Medical Fitness Certificate
Posting / Allotment States
Selected candidates will be posted in the respective pipeline locations across India as mentioned in the vacancy section.
Reservation & Special Provisions
Reservation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen as per Government of India rules.
How To Apply – Step by Step
- Register on NAPS or NATS portal based on trade
- Apply for IOCL establishment ID
- Complete application on IOCL Pipelines portal
- Upload photo & signature
- Submit final application
- Take printout for reference
Official Notification & Apply Link
- Official Notification: https://iocl.com/admin/img/Apprenticeships/Files/7855d48151ab4dfd90fe82651da9641e.pdf
- Apply Portal: https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/
- Apprenticeship Portal: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- NATS Portal: https://nats.education.gov.in
Helpline / Contact Details
| Region | Email ID |
|---|---|
| ERPL | erplapprentice@indianoil.in |
| WRPL | wrplapprentice@indianoil.in |
| NRPL | nrplapprentice@indianoil.in |
| SRPL | srplapprentice@indianoil.in |
| SERPL | serplapprentice@indianoil.in |
FAQs – IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Is there any exam for IOCL Apprentice 2026? – No
- Can 12th pass candidates apply? – Yes
- Is this a permanent job? – No
- What is training duration? – 12 Months
- Can graduates apply for DEO? – No
- Is there job guarantee after training? – No
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Disclaimer
This article is based on the official IOCL notification published on the IOCL website. Candidates must refer to the official PDF for final confirmation.