IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 Apply now Online.

IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 Apply now Online.

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 501 Apprentice Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official IOCL website. The last date to submit the application form is 12th January 2026.

This article provides complete details about the IOCL Apprentice recruitment, including:

• Eligibility criteria
• Age limit
• Salary structure
• Selection process
• Application steps

You will also find direct links to the official notification and the online application form.

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Company Name	Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Post Name	Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice
No of Posts	501 (Across multiple states)
Salary	Stipend as per Apprentices Act + Rs. 2,500/- (Miscellaneous expenses)
Qualification	Matric with ITI to Graduate (varies by discipline)
Age Limit	18 to 24 years (Age relaxation for reserved categories)
Start Date for Apply	27/12/2025 (10:00 AM onwards)
Last Date for Apply	12/01/2026 (05:00 PM)
Official Website	www.iocl.com/apprenticeships

IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 : Vacancy Details

State-wise Total Vacancies

State	Total Vacancies
Delhi	120
Haryana	30
Punjab	49
Himachal Pradesh	9
Chandigarh	30
J&K	8
Rajasthan	90
Uttar Pradesh	140
Uttarakhand	25

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IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 :

1. Qualifications

Trade Apprentices (ITI based)

• Fitter (Code 107): Matric + 2-year ITI (Fitter) from NCVT/SCVT
• Electrician (Code 108): Matric + 2-year ITI (Electrician)
• Electronics Mechanic (Code 109): Matric + 2-year ITI (Electronics Mechanic)
• Instrument Mechanic (Code 110): Matric + 2-year ITI (Instrument Mechanic)
• Machinist (Code 111): Matric + 2-year ITI (Machinist)

Technician Apprentices (Diploma based)

• Mechanical (Code 101): 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, min. 50% (Gen/EWS/OBC-NCL), 45% (SC/ST/PwBD)
• Electrical (Code 102): 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering, same marks criteria
• Instrumentation (Code 103): 3-year Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering
• Civil (Code 104): 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering
• Electrical & Electronics (Code 105): 3-year Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Electronics (Code 106): 3-year Diploma in Electronics Engineering

IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 : Graduate Apprentice

• Any discipline (Code 112): Bachelor’s (BBA/BA/B.Com/B.Sc.), min. 50% (Gen/EWS/OBC-NCL), 45% (SC/ST/PwBD)

IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 : Data Entry Operator

• Fresher (Code 113): Class 12th (below graduate)
• Skill Certificate Holder (Code 114): Class 12th + Domestic Data Entry Operator certificate

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IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 : 2. Essential Conditions

• Full-time regular course only. No part-time, correspondence, or distance learning.
• CGPA/OGPA must be converted to percentage.
• Lateral entry diploma students eligible if % criteria met.
• Must be registered with NAPS/NATS portal (active registration).
• Must have Aadhaar-seeded bank account for DBT, PAN card, and Aadhaar card.
• Must be medically fit as per IOCL standards.

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IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 : 3. Desirable

• First-time apprenticeship candidates preferred.
• PwBD candidates registered with State Employment Exchange/Vocational Rehab center should apply via NAPS/NATS.

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IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025: 4. Experience

• Second apprenticeship allowed in a different trade, minimum 1-year gap after first apprenticeship.
• Termination due to employer fault: no gap required.
• Job experience ≥1 year post-qualification: not eligible.
• Higher professional qualifications (B.E/MBA/MCA/LLB etc.) completed before apprenticeship: not eligible.
• More than 5 years after qualification as on 31.12.2025: not eligible.

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IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 : 5. Salary / Stipend

• Graduate Apprentice: ₹4,500/month from BOAT (DBT) + IOCL + ₹2,500 misc.
• Technician Apprentice: ₹4,000/month from BOAT (DBT) + IOCL + ₹2,500 misc.
• Trade Apprentice: As per Apprentices Act + ₹2,500 misc.
• Stipend rules as per Apprentices Act 1961/1973 & 1992/2019.
• Miscellaneous expenses ₹2,500/month for all apprentices.

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IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 : 6. Age Limit (as on 31-12-2025)

Category	Min Age	Max Age
General/UR/EWS	18	24
SC/ST	18	29
OBC-NCL	18	27
PwBD (Gen)	18	34
PwBD (SC/ST)	18	39
PwBD (OBC-NCL)	18	37

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IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 : 7. Application Fee

• No fee. Apply free through NAPS/NATS portal.

IOCL Graduate Apprentice 501 Posts Recruitment 2025 : Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Notification Date	27.12.2025
Date of Opening of Application (NAPS/NATS Portal)	27.12.2025 from 10:00 AM onwards
Last Date of Submission of Application (NAPS/NATS Portal)	12.01.2026 up to 05:00 PM
Last Date for Microsoft Office Form Submission	12.01.2026 up to 05:00 PM
Cutoff/Reckoning Date (Qualification & Age Criteria)	31.12.2025
Document Verification Date	To be intimated on registered email ID
Period of Apprenticeship Training	12 Months

IOCL Trade/ Technician/ Graduate Apprentice Notification 2025 : 1. Selection Process

• No written test or interview.
• Merit List: Based on percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification.
  • Tie-breakers:
    1. Older candidate (earlier date of birth)
    2. Higher marks in matriculation
    3. Preference for first-time apprenticeship applicants
• Next Steps:
  • Shortlisted candidates → Document verification
  • Pre-engagement medical fitness test → Must pass to be eligible
  • Engagement Offer: Issued only after clearing document verification & medical fitness
• Medical Expenses Reimbursement: Up to ₹3,000 with receipts

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IOCL Trade/ Technician/ Graduate Apprentice Notification 2025 : 2. General Information / Instructions

• Apprenticeship under Apprentices Act, 1961 at various locations (Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, J&K, UP, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand).
• Reservation: As per state/UT rules.
• PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities):
  • Must follow Government of India Guidelines
  • Applies horizontally across categories
  • Cannot apply for Discipline Codes 101-111 (technical posts)
  • Must submit Disability Certificate as per RPwD Rules 2017
• SC/ST/OBC (NCL) can apply for UR seats if they meet general category standards
• Important Rules:
  • Apply for only one discipline code
  • Applications must be complete and correct
  • Engagement is subject to medical fitness
  • Apprenticeship does not guarantee regular employment

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IOCL Trade/ Technician/ Graduate Apprentice Notification 2025 : 3. How to Apply

Step 1: Register on Portals

• Trade Apprentice (ITI or Data Entry Operator): NAPS portal
• Technician / Graduate Apprentice: NATS portal

Step 2: Complete Profile

• Check personal, educational, category info
• Ensure aggregate percentage is correct
• Profile must be 100% complete

Step 3: Apply for IOCL

• NATS Establishment ID: NDLSDC000005
• NAPS Establishment ID: E05200700003

Step 4: Submit Microsoft Form

• Include preferred state + three preferred locations
• Deadline: 12.01.2026, 05:00 PM
• Important: Only one submission

Step 5: Follow Up

• Check official website and email/SMS alerts for updates
• Document Verification: Carry original + self-attested copies
• Medical Fitness Test → Pass to get Engagement Offer

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IOCL Trade/ Technician/ Graduate Apprentice Notification 2025 : 4. Key Reminders

• Read full advertisement carefully before applying
• Apply well before closing date
• Keep email & mobile active for at least 1 year
• All updates/communication only on official website & email/SMS alerts

Important Links

Apply Online Form	Link will open on 27/12/2025
Download Full Notification	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
Download Previous Papers	Click Here
Free Mock Test	Click Here