Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division, Eastern Region, has released a recruitment notification for 409 Apprentice vacancies for the 2026–27 training session. The recruitment includes Technician Apprentice, Trade Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice, and Data Entry Operator Apprentice positions. Candidates with Class 10, ITI, Class 12, Engineering Diploma, or Graduation qualifications can apply according to the prescribed eligibility criteria.
IOCL Recruitment Overview
- Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
- Division: Marketing Division, Eastern Region
- Advertisement No.: IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2026-27
- Total Vacancies: 409
- Post Names: Technician, Trade, Graduate, and DEO Apprentice
- Qualification: 10th, ITI, 12th, Diploma and Graduation
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Location: Eastern Region, including West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Assam, and other notified states
- Application Start Date: 13 November 2026
- Last Date: 12 December 2026
Vacancy Details :
IOCL has announced 409 apprenticeship opportunities across different technical and non-technical disciplines.
The recruitment includes the following categories:
- Technician Apprentice – Mechanical
- Technician Apprentice – Electrical
- Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation
- Technician Apprentice – Civil
- Technician Apprentice – Electrical & Electronics
- Technician Apprentice – Electronics
- Trade Apprentice – Fitter
- Trade Apprentice – Electrician
- Trade Apprentice – Electronics Mechanic
- Trade Apprentice – Instrument Mechanic
- Trade Apprentice – Machinist
- Graduate Apprentice
- Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher)
- Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder)
The advertised total is 409 vacancies. However, the state-wise vacancy entries published in the notification add up to 393. Candidates should check the official vacancy schedule for any subsequent clarification or revised distribution.
Educational Qualification :
Educational qualifications vary by apprenticeship discipline.
- Trade Apprentice: Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) and possess a regular two-year ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognised institution.
- Technician Apprentice: Applicants must possess a regular three-year Diploma in the relevant Engineering discipline, such as Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Instrumentation. The minimum required marks are generally 50% for General/OBC candidates and 45% for SC/ST candidates.
- Graduate Apprentice: Candidates must have a full-time regular graduation degree in the prescribed disciplines, including BA, B.Sc, B.Com or other notified equivalent qualifications.
- Data Entry Operator Apprentice: Candidates must have passed Class 12 or possess the prescribed skill certificate qualification, depending on the applicable DEO category.
Part-time, distance-learning and correspondence qualifications are not accepted where the notification requires regular full-time courses.
Age Limit :
The age limit will be calculated as on 30 November 2026.
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age relaxation will be provided according to government rules:
- SC/ST Candidates: 5 Years
- OBC (NCL) Candidates: 3 Years
- PwBD Candidates: As per applicable rules.
Stipend Details :
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend according to the Apprentices Act, 1961, and applicable Apprenticeship Rules. The stipend will depend on the apprenticeship category and prescribed qualification.
The training period for all selected apprentices will be 12 months. Apprenticeship training does not guarantee permanent employment in IOCL.
Application Fee :
The recruitment notification does not specify an application fee. Candidates should complete their online registration through the prescribed apprenticeship portals.
Selection Process :
- The selection will be based on merit, determined by the marks obtained in the prescribed qualifying examination. There will be no written examination or personal interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification. Final engagement will be subject to successful verification of certificates and medical fitness requirements.
How to Apply Online :
- Visit the NAPS portal for ITI and Data Entry Operator apprenticeship positions or the NATS portal for Technician and Graduate Apprentice positions.
- Complete the required registration on the relevant portal.
- Search for Indian Oil Corporation Limited Eastern Region apprenticeship opportunities.
- Select the appropriate discipline code. Candidates can apply for only one discipline code.
- Fill in the application details and submit the online application.
- After completing the portal application, open the mandatory Microsoft Form provided on the official IOCL apprenticeship page.
- Enter your preferred training locations and other required information.
- Submit the Microsoft Form before the deadline.
- Keep the application confirmation and registration details for future reference.
Important Dates :
- Notification Date: 13 November 2026
- Online Application Starts: 13 November 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 12 December 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Last Date for Microsoft Form: 12 December 2026
- Age Calculation Date: 30 November 2026
Important Links :
- Official Notification: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
