IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Indian Oil Corporation Limited has released an employment notification for 2750 Technician, Trade & Graduate Apprentice posts in Technical and Non-Technical trades.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Technician Trade Apprentices |
| Total Posts | 2750 Vacancy |
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited |
| Qualification | 10th/Diploma |
| Salary | Rs. 15,000/- Per Month |
| Application Date | 28th Nov – 18th Dec 2025 |
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Name of post: Apprentice
No of posts: 2750 posts
Duration: 12 months from the date of engagement.
Stipend: Rate of stipend payable to apprentices per month shall be as prescribed under Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 / Apprentices Rules 1992 (as amended) and Corporation‟s guidelines.
Name of trades/s: 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).
| Post Name | Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Engineering in relevant fields (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Civil) | 18-24 years (relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, and PwBD) |
| Trade Apprentice | ITI in relevant trades (e.g., Fitter, Electrician, Machinist) | 18-24 years |
| Graduate Apprentice | Bachelor’s degree in relevant disciplines | 18-24 years |
Candidates should have completed their qualifications between April 1, 2020, and January 31, 2025, for Trade Apprentices and between April 1, 2021, and January 31, 2025, for Technician and Graduate Apprentices.
IOCL Apprentice Criteria
Educational Qualification:
The educational qualifications required for various trades in the IOCL Pipelines Division Apprentice Recruitment 2025 are summarized in the table below.
| Trade/Discipline | Educational Qualification Requirement |
|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | Full-time 3-year Diploma in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical) | Full-time 3-year Diploma in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Telecommunication & Instrumentation) | Full-time 3-year Diploma in Electronics & Communication, Telecommunication, Radio Communication, Instrumentation & Control, or Electronics Engineering |
| Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource) | Full-time Bachelor’s Degree from a Government recognized University/Institute |
| Trade Apprentice (Accountant) | Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce from a Government recognized University/Institute |
| Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices) | Minimum 12th Pass (below Graduate level) |
| Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | Minimum 12th Pass with a Skill Certificate in Domestic Data Entry Operator issued by a recognized authority under NSQF |
Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years as on 31.08.2025 which is the date for reckoning any eligibility criteria.
Age Relaxation: The relaxation of upper age limit for reserved categories are as follows:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC/ MOBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- PwBD-OBC (Non creamy layer): 13 years
- PwBD-SC/ST: 15 years
IOCL Apprentice Vacancy Details
The IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025 for the Refineries Division includes a total of 2207 vacancies across nine major refinery units. Candidates can apply for apprenticeship in one trade at one refinery only. Below is a detailed table showing the Refinery-wise total seats.
| Refinery Unit | Total Seats |
|---|---|
| Gujarat Refinery | 583 |
| Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex | 707 |
| Mathura Refinery | 189 |
| Barauni Refinery | 313 |
| Haldia Refinery | 216 |
| Digboi Refinery | 110 |
| Paradip Refinery | 413 |
| Bongaigaon Refinery | 142 |
| Guwahati Refinery | 82 |
| Total | 2755 |
IOCL Apprentice Salary Details
The IOCL Apprentice 2025 offers a training program ranging from 12 to 24 months with a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973. The stipend amount varies for Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentices. Apprentices are not entitled to any other allowances/benefits.
| Category of Apprentice | Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs. 9,000/- Per Month |
| Diploma Apprentice | Rs. 8,050/- Per Month |
| Trade Apprentice | Rs. 7,000/- Per Month |
Selection Process for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment
The selection process for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment will involve the following steps:
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their educational qualifications and relevant experience.
- Merit List: A merit list will be prepared to select candidates for the apprenticeship program.
- Document Verification: Selected candidates will undergo document verification to confirm their eligibility.
Important Dates of IOCL Apprentice
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 28th November 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 18th December 2025 |
| Tentative Written Test Date | 29th December 2025 |
| Tentative Written Test Result Date | 9th January 2026 |
How To Apply IOCL Apprentice
Candidates are required to submit their online applications only on the official portal.
Register on the appropriate portal:
- NAPS Portal: For Trade Apprentices (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in)
- NATS Portal: For Technician and Graduate Apprentices (nats.education.gov.in)
- IOCL Portal: www.iocrefrecruit.in/iocrefrecruit/
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment Notification
The IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification PDFs for various refineries are provided below for candidates’ reference. These PDFs contain complete details about unit-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, important dates, and selection procedure. Aspirants can refer to them to ensure they meet all requirements before applying.
- Detailed Advertisement of Guwahati Refinery
- Detailed Advertisement of Barauni Refinery
- Detailed Advertisement of Gujarat Refinery
- Detailed Advertisement of Haldia Refinery
- Detailed Advertisement of Mathura Refinery
- Detailed Advertisement of Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex
- Detailed Advertisement of Digboi Refinery
- Detailed Advertisement of Bongaigaon Refinery
- Detailed Advertisement of Paradip Refinery
