Indian Oil Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 1,450 Posts, Apply by 12 August in Panipat

Last Updated on July 16, 2026 by Admin

Indian Oil Corporation Limited has released the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,450 Trade and Technician Apprentice seats at the Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex in Haryana.

Eligible candidates can apply online from 14 July 2026 to 12 August 2026. Selection will be based on marks obtained in the prescribed qualification, and no written examination will be conducted.

The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. PR/P/Apprentice/60(2026-27) and the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, as amended. Available disciplines include Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Fitter, Secretarial Assistant, Accountant and Data Entry Operator.

IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

IOCL Panipat Apprentice Vacancy Details

The notification includes 1,450 seats across Trade Apprentice and Technician Apprentice disciplines. The number of seats is tentative and may increase or decrease according to organisational requirements and applicable reservation rules.

Category-Wise Seat Distribution

• Unreserved: 637 seats
• Economically Weaker Section: 145 seats
• Scheduled Caste: 276 seats
• Other Backward Class, Non-Creamy Layer: 392 seats
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: 58 horizontal reservation seats

The notification states that Scheduled Tribe reservation is not applicable in Haryana. PwBD candidates can apply only against identified seats under Codes 102, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110 and 111.

Educational Qualification Requirements

Candidates must have passed the prescribed qualification by 31 July 2026. Applicants awaiting their final qualifying examination result on the eligibility date are not eligible.

• Class XII, Diploma and graduate qualifications must be completed through a regular, full-time course from a recognised board, university or institute.
• A minimum aggregate of 50% marks is required for Class XII, Diploma and graduate qualifications.
• The minimum is relaxed to 45% for SC and PwBD candidates applying against seats reserved for their categories.
• ITI candidates require pass marks in a regular, full-time Fitter course recognised by NCVET or SCVT.
• Only the branches and disciplines specifically listed in the notification will be accepted.
• Qualifications obtained through part-time, correspondence or distance education are not eligible.
• Candidates holding or pursuing higher professional qualifications such as B.E., B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB or MCA are not eligible if the qualification is completed before joining.
• Diploma candidates admitted through a recognised lateral-entry scheme may apply if they meet the required aggregate percentage.
• Candidates must provide an official conversion certificate when their marks are awarded as CGPA, OGPA or letter grades.

Experience and Previous Apprenticeship Conditions

Engineering Diploma holders and vocational certificate holders with one year or more of job experience after acquiring the relevant qualification are not eligible. Candidates who completed the prescribed qualification more than five years before 31 July 2026 are also ineligible.

A candidate who previously completed apprenticeship training in another trade may apply subject to the prescribed waiting period. A minimum gap of one year is normally required after completing the earlier apprenticeship.

No waiting period is required when the earlier apprenticeship contract was terminated because of failure on the employer’s part. A three-month gap generally applies when the candidate terminated the earlier contract because of health problems, financial hardship, relocation, transportation difficulties, career changes or language barriers. The notification provides no waiting period for women in these circumstances.

Candidates whose earlier apprenticeship was terminated due to failure to fulfil the terms of the apprenticeship contract are not eligible. Preference will be given to applicants undergoing apprenticeship training for the first time.

Important Application Restrictions

• Each candidate can apply for only one trade or discipline.
• Applications for multiple disciplines will be rejected.
• B.Sc. candidates with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry can select either Code 101 or Code 108.
• B.Com candidates can select either Code 108 or Code 109.
• Secretarial Assistant applicants must select either Panipat or New Delhi as the preferred training location.
• Submitting applications for Secretarial Assistant positions at both locations will result in rejection.
• Code 110 is intended for fresher apprentices who have not previously undergone institutional or skill training before practical apprenticeship training.
• Code 111 applicants must possess a recognised Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate for training of less than one year.

IOCL Apprentice Age Limit

The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 24 years as of 31 July 2026 for General and EWS candidates.

• SC candidates: Up to five years of upper-age relaxation
• OBC-NCL candidates: Up to three years of upper-age relaxation
• PwBD candidates: Up to ten years of upper-age relaxation
• PwBD-SC candidates: Additional relaxation according to the notified government provisions
• PwBD-OBC-NCL candidates: Additional relaxation according to the notified government provisions

The Class X or Matriculation certificate issued by the relevant education board will be accepted as proof of age.

IOCL Apprentice Selection Process

No written test will be conducted for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Selection will be based on the aggregate percentage obtained in the prescribed educational qualification.

1. Applications meeting the notified eligibility criteria will be arranged in descending order of qualifying examination marks.
2. Preference will be given to candidates applying for apprenticeship training for the first time.
3. When two candidates have the same percentage, the older candidate will receive the higher merit position.
4. If the date of birth is also the same, the candidate with higher marks in Matriculation will be placed higher.
5. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification.
6. Candidates clearing document verification must satisfy the pre-engagement medical fitness standards.
7. The final offer of engagement will be issued only after documents and medical fitness are found satisfactory.

Documents Required for Verification

Shortlisted candidates should carry the original documents and self-attested copies of the following:

• Class X certificate as proof of date of birth
• Class XII marksheet, where applicable
• Semester-wise or year-wise ITI, Diploma or graduation marksheets
• Final ITI, Diploma or graduation certificate
• CGPA, OGPA or letter-grade conversion certificate, where applicable
• Certificate confirming the result publication date when it is not shown on the marksheet
• Certificate confirming that the course was completed in regular, full-time mode
• SC, OBC-NCL, EWS or PwBD certificate in the prescribed format, where applicable
• Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate for Code 111
• Printout of the NAPS or NATS registration profile
• Required affidavit confirming compliance with apprenticeship eligibility conditions
• Original photo identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence or Passport

Stipend, Accommodation and Other Benefits

The monthly stipend will be paid according to the Apprentices Act, Apprentices Rules and Indian Oil guidelines. The notification does not specify a fixed stipend amount for each discipline.

• No company accommodation or House Rent Allowance will be provided.
• Selected apprentices under Codes 101, 102, 104, 105, 106 and 107 will receive safety shoes and a returnable helmet wherever applicable.
• Apprentices will receive 32 days of general leave during the apprenticeship period, including medical leave.
• Casual leave of 12 days per calendar year will be available on a pro-rata basis.
• Apprentices will observe holidays followed by the establishment.
• Unused leave will lapse at the end of the apprenticeship.
• Selected apprentices will be covered under suitable accident insurance.

Is Employment Guaranteed After the Apprenticeship?

No. Indian Oil Corporation Limited will have no obligation to offer permanent employment after completion of the apprenticeship. Completion of training does not provide an automatic right to employment with the corporation.

How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026

The application process contains two compulsory stages. Candidates must complete both stages before 12 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Step 1: Apply Through NAPS or NATS

Candidates applying for Codes 101, 102, 108, 109, 110 and 111 must register and apply through the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme portal.

Candidates applying for Codes 104, 105, 106 and 107 must register and apply through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal.

The applicable establishment IDs are:

• NATS Establishment ID: NHRPPC000003
• NAPS Establishment ID: E10150600035

Personal information, educational qualifications, category and aggregate percentage must appear correctly in the NAPS or NATS profile before the application is submitted.

Step 2: Submit the Mandatory Microsoft Form

After successfully applying through NAPS or NATS, candidates must visit the IOCL Apprenticeship Recruitment page and complete the additional Microsoft Form.

Completion of the NAPS or NATS application alone will not be sufficient. Both the portal application and the Microsoft Form are compulsory. Candidates should use the same email address and mobile number in both stages and submit only one Microsoft Form response.

Important Dates

Official Notification and Authority Resources

• Download the official IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification
• IOCL Apprenticeship Recruitment page
• Official Apprenticeship India portal
• Official NATS 2.0 portal
• NSDC apprenticeship information

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Recommended Career eBooks

• Hidden Construction Careers That Pay More Than Engineering
• Passive Income for Construction Professionals: 15 Proven Strategies for 2026
• The Remote Job Hunting System

Relevant Online Courses

The following optional courses can help candidates strengthen their knowledge of industrial safety, electrical engineering, plant maintenance, and instrumentation:

• Introduction to Process Safety and Risk Analysis – Coursera
• Circuits and Electronics 1: Basic Circuit Analysis – edX
• Industrial Instrumentation – Udemy
• Electrical Equipment Maintenance, Testing and Troubleshooting – Udemy

Contact Details

Queries related to the recruitment may be directed to the Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex through the following official contact details:

• Telephone: 0180-252-2048
• Email: prpcrecruitment@indianoil.in

Important Candidate Advisory

Candidates should rely only on information published on the official Indian Oil website. Any corrigendum, addendum, shortlist or document verification notice will be published through the official website or communicated through the registered email address.

Indian Oil has cautioned candidates against fraudulent agencies, individuals and social media announcements seeking money in exchange for recruitment. Canvassing in any form may result in disqualification.

Disclaimer: This article is intended for educational and informational purposes. Candidates should read the complete official notification and verify all eligibility conditions before submitting an application. ConstructionPlacements.com is not associated with Indian Oil Corporation Limited.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Indian Oil Corporation Limited has announced 1,450 Trade and Technician Apprentice seats at the Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex.

What is the last date to apply for IOCL Panipat Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The last date to complete the NAPS or NATS application and submit the mandatory Microsoft Form is 12 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Is there a written examination for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

No written examination will be conducted. Selection will be based on the aggregate marks obtained in the prescribed educational qualification.

Who can apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Candidates with Class XII, ITI Fitter, Diploma in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering, B.Sc., B.A. or B.Com qualifications may apply for the relevant discipline.

What is the age limit for IOCL apprentices?

The age limit is 18 to 24 years as of 31 July 2026 for General and EWS candidates. Age relaxation applies to SC, OBC-NCL and PwBD candidates according to government guidelines.

Can B.E. or B.Tech candidates apply?

No. Candidates possessing or pursuing higher professional qualifications such as B.E., B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB or MCA are not eligible under the conditions stated in the notification.

Can a candidate apply for more than one apprentice discipline?

No. Each candidate can apply for only one trade or discipline. Multiple applications will be rejected.

Is previous work experience allowed?

Engineering Diploma holders and vocational certificate holders with one year or more of job experience after acquiring the qualification are not eligible.

Is accommodation provided to selected apprentices?

No company accommodation or House Rent Allowance will be provided to selected apprentices.

Does completion of the apprenticeship guarantee permanent employment?

No. Indian Oil Corporation Limited has no obligation to provide employment after the apprenticeship period, and apprentices cannot claim a right to permanent employment.

Is the Microsoft Form compulsory?

Yes. Candidates must first apply through NAPS or NATS and then submit the additional Microsoft Form through the IOCL website. Both stages are compulsory.