Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has officially released the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 501 vacancies under its Marketing Division, Northern Region. This recruitment is a great opportunity for ITI, Diploma, and Graduate candidates to gain hands-on training with one of India’s largest PSU organizations.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the NAPS / NATS portals from 27 December 2025 to 12 January 2026.
| IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 501 Posts Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2025-26/2 www.odishacareers.com | |
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
| Notification Release: 27 December 2025 Online Application Start: 27 December 2025 (10:00 AM) Last Date to Apply: 12 January 2026 (5:00 PM) | General / OBC / EWS: Nil SC / ST / PwD: Nil ✅ No application fee for any category |
| Age Limit (As on 31 December 2025) | |
| Minimum Age: 18 Years Maximum Age: 24 Years Age Relaxation: SC / ST (+5 Years), OBC (NCL) (+3 Years), PwD: Up to 10 Years (additional relaxation as per rules) | |
IOCL Apprentice Vacancy Details 2026
The IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers a total of 501 apprenticeship vacancies across Trade, Technician, and Graduate categories. Candidates with 10th + ITI, Diploma, or Graduation qualifications can check the post-wise eligibility criteria and vacancy details in the table below before applying online.
| Post Type | Educational Qualification | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics / Instrument Mechanic, Machinist) | Matric (10th) + ITI in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute | 251 |
| Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Engineering (Relevant Branch) from AICTE recognized institute | 160 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University | 90 |
| Total Vacancies | 501 Posts | |
Selection Process
The IOCL Apprentice Selection Process 2026 includes:
- Merit List based on qualifying marks
- Document Verification
- Pre-Engagement Medical Examination
❌ No Written Exam / Interview
How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit the NAPS or NATS portal as applicable
- Complete registration and profile (100% mandatory)
- Login and search for IOCL Apprentice opportunity
- Apply using the correct Discipline Code
- Fill and submit the Microsoft Form (mandatory)
- Submit the application before the last date
⚠️ Candidates must apply for only one discipline.
| IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Direct Links | |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| NAPS Portal: | Click Here |
| NATS Portal: | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Microsoft Office Form: | Click here |
| Join Arattai Channel: | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel: | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel: | Click Here |
FAQs
The last date to apply online is 12 January 2026 (5:00 PM).
A total of 501 apprentice vacancies are announced.
No. Selection is purely merit-based, followed by document verification and medical test.
Candidates with ITI, Diploma, or Graduation in relevant disciplines can apply.
No, there is no application fee for any category.
