Indian Oil Corporation Limited, a Government of India undertaking, has announced apprentice engagement at its Bongaigaon Refinery in Assam. The notification covers Trade Apprentice posts in Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) and Boiler trades, and Technician Apprentice in Instrumentation, with 58 seats in total. The openings are training positions under the Apprentices Act at the refinery, offering candidates a chance to gain hands-on experience in petroleum refining operations.
IOCL Bongaigaon Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Trade and Technician Apprentice Posts
- Notification28 Sept
- Applications Open28 Sept
About IOCL Bongaigaon Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Oil Corporation Limited , Bongaigaon Refinery
- Advertisement No.
- BGR/Appr/2026/04
- Post Name
- Trade Apprentice - Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) Discipline - Chemical, Trade Apprentice (Boiler) Discipline - Mechanical and Technician Apprentice Discipline- Instrumentation
- Job Location
- Bongaigaon, Assam
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Internship
- Age Limit
- 18–24 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- 12 months for Codes 101 and 107, 24 months for Code 103
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice - Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) Discipline - Chemical | 17 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 36 |
| Trade Apprentice (Boiler) Discipline - Mechanical | 6 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
| Technician Apprentice Discipline- Instrumentation | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Grand Total | 26 | 17 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 58 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Trade Apprentice - Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) Discipline - Chemical36 posts
- Qualification
- 3 years B.Sc (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry) from a recognised University/Institute as a regular full-time course with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST and PwBD candidates against reserved seats).
- Note
- Code 101. B.Sc candidates may apply for only one of Codes 101 and 103.
- Code
- 101
- Period of Training
- 12 months
- Discipline
- Chemical
Trade Apprentice (Boiler) Discipline - Mechanical14 posts
- Qualification
- 3 years B.Sc (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry) from a recognised University/Institute as a regular full-time course with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST and PwBD candidates against reserved seats).
- Note
- Code 103. B.Sc candidates may apply for only one of Codes 101 and 103.
- Code
- 103
- Period of Training
- 24 months
- Discipline
- Mechanical
Technician Apprentice Discipline- Instrumentation8 posts
- Qualification
- 3 years Diploma in Instrumentation Engg / Instrumentation & Electronics / Instrumentation & Control Engg / Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering from a recognised University/Institute as a regular full-time course with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST and PwBD candidates against reserved seats).
- Note
- Code 107. PwBD candidates can apply against identified seats under Code 107 only.
- Code
- 107
- Period of Training
- 12 months
- Discipline
- Instrumentation
Age Limit
18 to 24 years as on 30.09.2026 for General and EWS candidates
Age Relaxation
Up to 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates against reserved positions; up to 10 years for PwBD candidates irrespective of reservation of seats; a further 5 years for PwBD candidates belonging to SC/ST and 3 years for PwBD OBC (NCL) candidates against reserved positions.
Selection Process
- 1Merit List
Selection is on the percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification in descending order; there is no written test.
- 2Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification with originals and a self-attested copy of each document.
- 3Pre-Engagement Medical Examination
Candidates must meet the minimum physical fitness standards under the Apprentices Act; only those declared fit are engaged.
- 4Offer of Engagement
Issued to candidates whose documents and pre-engagement medical fitness certificate are found in order.
How to Apply
- 1Visit the IOCL website from 28.09.2026 and open the Bongaigaon Refinery apprentice advertisement under 'What's New'.
- 2Register on the NAPS portal for Codes 101 and 103, or on the NATS/BOAT portal for Code 107, and keep the profile fully updated.
- 3Apply against the IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery opportunity using Establishment ID E07191800001 on NAPS or EASCHC000001 on NATS.
- 4Check that personal details, educational details, category and aggregate percentage appear correctly on the portal.
- 5Submit additional information through the Microsoft Form link on the IOCL website, using the same email ID and mobile number as on NAPS/NATS.
- 6Submit only one Microsoft Form response and apply for only one trade or discipline.
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- There is no written test; selection is purely on the percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification.
- A B.Sc candidate may apply for only one of Codes 101 and 103, and applying for more than one trade or discipline leads to summary rejection.
- Candidates with higher professional qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB or MCA are not eligible, and neither are candidates with one year or more of job experience after the prescribed qualification or those who completed five years after acquiring it.
- Qualifications acquired through part-time, correspondence or distance mode are not accepted, and no claim of an equivalent qualification is entertained.
- Both Step I (NAPS/NATS registration and application) and Step II (Microsoft Form) must be completed; an application with only one step done is invalid.
- IOCL has no obligation to offer employment after the apprenticeship.
- Any corrigendum, addendum or notice will be published only on the IOCL website.
Establishment IDs for Application
| Unit | Establishment ID for NATS | Establishment ID for NAPS |
|---|---|---|
| Bongaigaon Refinery | EASCHC000001 | E07191800001 |
PwBD Categories Eligible for Engagement
- PV - Low vision, Blind
- PH - Hard of hearing, Deaf
- PL - Musculoskeletal (OH-OA/OL), Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victim, Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured
- Multiple Disabilities (a combination of the above)
Rules for Candidates Who Completed an Earlier Apprenticeship
- Minimum one year gap from the date of completion of the previous apprenticeship training as on 30.09.2026.
- No gap required if the previous contract was terminated due to failure on the part of the employer.
- Minimum three-month gap from the date of termination if the candidate terminated the contract due to health or financial hardship, relocation, transportation, career change or language barrier; there is no waiting period for women.
- An Affidavit (Annexure A) confirming compliance with the eligibility conditions must be submitted at document verification.
Leave and Facilities for Apprentices
- General Leave of 32 days at 8 days per quarter, including on medical grounds.
- Casual Leave of 12 days per calendar year on a pro-rata basis.
- Holidays observed in the establishment are available; leave not availed lapses at the end of the apprenticeship.
- One pair of safety shoes and a helmet are provided under Codes 101, 103 and 107, returnable on completion of training.
- No HRA or company accommodation is provided.
- Apprentices are covered under accident insurance and the Certified Standing Orders applicable to workmen.
Annexure A - Affidavit Format
Second-time apprenticeship applicants must submit an affidavit on stamp paper stating whether they are applying for first-time or second-time apprenticeship, details of the earlier apprenticeship (trade, organisation and period), whether it was completed or terminated and the reason, and the gap between the first and second apprenticeship (1 year or more, less than 1 year but more than 3 months, 3 months, or less than 3 months). It carries the candidate's signature, name and NAPS/NATS registration number.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 03664-253136
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates whose qualifying result is awaited apply?
No. The prescribed qualification must already be passed as on 30.09.2026, and candidates whose result of the qualifying examination is awaited on that date are not eligible.
Can a B.Sc candidate apply for both Code 101 and Code 103?
No. A B.Sc candidate is allowed to apply for only one trade or discipline, either Code 101 or Code 103, and applying for more than one leads to summary rejection.
Can candidates with BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB or MCA apply?
No. Candidates holding higher professional qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB, MCA or an equivalent qualification, or pursuing one and completing it on or before joining, are not eligible.
Will IOCL offer a job after the apprenticeship?
No. On completion of the apprenticeship the Corporation has no obligation to offer employment, and an apprentice cannot claim a right to employment on that ground.
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