Indian Oil Corporation Limited, a Fortune Global 500 energy company, has announced the engagement of apprentices under the Apprentices Act through its Marketing Division, Western Region, headquartered in Mumbai. The recruitment covers Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentice posts along with Data Entry Operator positions, with 335 vacancies in total across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Chhattisgarh and the Union Territories of Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli. The apprenticeship offers twelve months of skill-building training in technical and non-technical disciplines at IOCL locations, giving candidates practical exposure in one of India's largest oil marketing companies.
IOCL Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice and More Recruitment 2026
Posted 05 Oct 2026Updated 06 Oct 2026IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27
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About IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Oil Corporation Limited , Marketing Division, Western Region
- Advertisement No.
- IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27
- Post Name
- Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106), Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111) and 2 more
- Job Location
- Maharashtra
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Internship
- Age Limit
- 18–24 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- 12 months
Vacancy Breakdown
Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106)
33
UR 15OBC 9SC 3ST 3EWS 3
Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111)
8
UR 3OBC 2SC 1ST 1EWS 1
Graduate Apprentice (Code 112)
100
UR 44OBC 27SC 10ST 9EWS 10
Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114)
8
UR 3OBC 2SC 1ST 1EWS 1
Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106)
17
UR 7OBC 5SC 1ST 3EWS 1
Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111)
8
UR 3OBC 2SC 1ST 1EWS 1
Graduate Apprentice (Code 112)
29
UR 12OBC 8SC 2ST 4EWS 3
Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114)
3
UR 1OBC 1SC 0ST 1EWS 0
Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106)
17
UR 7OBC 2SC 3ST 3EWS 2
Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111)
8
UR 3OBC 1SC 1ST 2EWS 1
Graduate Apprentice (Code 112)
29
UR 12OBC 4SC 4ST 6EWS 3
Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114)
3
UR 1OBC 0SC 1ST 1EWS 0
Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106)
8
UR 4OBC 2SC 0ST 1EWS 1
Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111)
4
UR 2OBC 1SC 0ST 1EWS 0
Graduate Apprentice (Code 112)
4
UR 2OBC 1SC 0ST 1EWS 0
Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114)
2
UR 1OBC 1SC 0ST 0EWS 0
Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106)
8
UR 3OBC 0SC 1ST 3EWS 1
Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111)
4
UR 2OBC 0SC 1ST 1EWS 0
Graduate Apprentice (Code 112)
4
UR 2OBC 0SC 1ST 1EWS 0
Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114)
2
UR 1OBC 0SC 0ST 1EWS 0
Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106)
8
UR 3OBC 0SC 0ST 4EWS 1
Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111)
4
UR 2OBC 0SC 0ST 2EWS 0
Graduate Apprentice (Code 112)
4
UR 2OBC 0SC 0ST 2EWS 0
Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114)
2
UR 1OBC 0SC 0ST 1EWS 0
Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106)
8
UR 4OBC 2SC 0ST 1EWS 1
Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111)
4
UR 2OBC 1SC 0ST 0EWS 1
Graduate Apprentice (Code 112)
4
UR 2OBC 1SC 0ST 0EWS 1
Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114)
2
UR 1OBC 1SC 0ST 0EWS 0
Total335
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106) | 15 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 33 |
| Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Code 112) | 44 | 27 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 100 |
| Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106) | 7 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 17 |
| Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Code 112) | 12 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 29 |
| Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106) | 7 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 17 |
| Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Code 112) | 12 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 29 |
| Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Code 112) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 8 |
| Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Code 112) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 8 |
| Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Code 112) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Code 112) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Grand Total | 145 | 73 | 31 | 54 | 32 | 335 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106)99 posts
- Qualification
- 3 years regular full time Diploma in the respective Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate for General, EWS and OBC-NCL and 45% in case of SC/ST/PwBD candidates for reserved positions, from a recognized Institute/University
- Discipline Codes
- 101 Mechanical, 102 Electrical, 103 Instrumentation, 104 Civil, 105 Electrical & Electronics, 106 Electronics
- PwBD
- PwBD candidates are not eligible for these discipline codes
Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111)40 posts
- Qualification
- Matric with regular full time 2 (Two) year ITI course in the respective trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT
- Discipline Codes
- 107 Fitter, 108 Electrician, 109 Electronics Mechanic, 110 Instrument Mechanic, 111 Machinist
- PwBD
- PwBD candidates are not eligible for these discipline codes
Graduate Apprentice (Code 112)174 posts
- Qualification
- Regular full time Graduate in any discipline (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate for General, EWS and OBC-NCL and 45% in case of SC/ST/PwBD candidates for reserved positions, from a recognized Institute/University
- PwBD
- PwBD reservation applies on a horizontal basis across all categories
Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114)22 posts
- Qualification
- Code 113 (Fresher): Class 12th (but below graduate) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate for General, EWS and OBC-NCL and 45% in case of SC/ST/PwBD candidates for reserved positions. Code 114 (Skill Certificate Holders): Class 12th (but below graduate) plus a Skill Certificate of 'Domestic Data Entry Operator' for training of less than one year issued by an awarding body recognized under National Skill Qualifications Framework or any other authority recognized by the Central Government
- PwBD
- PwBD reservation applies on a horizontal basis across all categories
Age Limit
18 to 24 years as on 30-09-2026
Age Relaxation
5 years for SC/ST (up to a maximum of 29 years), 3 years for OBC-NCL (up to a maximum of 27 years), 10 years for PwBD, up to 15 years for PwBD candidates belonging to SC/ST and up to 13 years for PwBD candidates belonging to OBC-NCL
Selection Process
- 1Application on NAPS/NATS Portal
Candidates must register and apply against the notified opportunity on the NAPS or NATS portal; there is no written test or interview.
- 2Merit List
Merit list for each post is prepared from the percentage of marks secured in the essential prescribed qualification.
- 3Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification at an IOCL unit or office on a date decided by the management.
- 4Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Test
Shortlisted candidates must complete the pre-engagement medical fitness test as per IndianOil's prescribed format.
- 5Offer of Engagement
Candidates whose documents and medical fitness certificate are found in order are issued an offer of engagement for 12 months of apprenticeship training.
How to Apply
- 1Register on the NAPS portal for Trade Apprentice (ITI and Data Entry Operator) posts.
- 2Register on the NATS portal for Technician (Diploma) and Graduate Apprentice posts.
- 3Log in with your User ID or email ID and apply against the opportunity listed under Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division) Western Region, using NATS Establishment ID WMHMCC000053 or NAPS Establishment ID E01172700332.
- 4Fill in personal, educational and category details and make sure the profile is 100 percent complete.
- 5Apply for any one discipline code only and submit the application before the closing date.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•10th/SSLC/Matriculation certificate or mark sheet as proof of date of birth
•Latest caste certificate in the prescribed Government proforma
•OBC-NCL caste certificate not more than 12 months old from 30.09.2026
•Certificate from the institute stating regular mode and year of passing
•Semester-wise or year-wise mark sheets of ITI (NCVT/SCVT)/HSC/Graduation/Diploma
•Final ITI/HSC/Graduation/Diploma certificate
•First page of Aadhaar-seeded bank passbook
•Aadhaar card
•PAN card
•Cancelled cheque leaf
•Pre-engagement medical fitness certificate
•Disability certificate for PwBD candidates
Important Details
- There is no written test or interview.
- Selection is by merit based on the percentage of marks secured in the essential prescribed qualification.
- Candidates must apply for any one discipline code only; applying for more than one discipline code leads to summary rejection of all applications.
- Candidates holding or pursuing higher qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, ICWA or LLB, completed on or before joining, are not eligible.
- A candidate may undergo a maximum of two apprenticeship trainings and the second must be in a different trade.
- Applications are accepted only against vacancies notified for the Western Region states and UTs, and selecting a training location outside these states in the portal leads to rejection.
- Candidates registered with a Local or State Employment Exchange or a Vocational Rehabilitation Center for PwBD must apply through the NAPS/NATS portal.
- Candidature is provisional and subject to verification of certificates, and engagement can be cancelled at any stage if ineligibility or false information is detected.
- IOCL has no obligation to offer employment after completion of the apprenticeship and an apprentice cannot claim employment on that ground.
- Any corrigendum or addendum will be published only on the IOCL apprenticeships website.
- Technician Apprentice (Discipline Codes 101-106): 3 years regular full time Diploma in the respective Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate for General, EWS and OBC-NCL and 45% in case of SC/ST/PwBD candidates for reserved positions, from a recognized Institute/University.
- Diploma students admitted through lateral entry (Class XII Science/ITI admitted directly to 2nd year) are also eligible subject to the prescribed percentage based on aggregate of all semesters.
- Trade Apprentice (Discipline Codes 107-111): Matric with regular full time 2 (Two) year ITI course in the respective trade (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist) recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
- Graduate Apprentice (Code 112): Regular full time Graduate in any discipline (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate for General, EWS and OBC-NCL and 45% in case of SC/ST/PwBD candidates for reserved positions, from a recognized Institute/University.
- Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114): Code 113 (Fresher): Class 12th (but below graduate) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate for General, EWS and OBC-NCL and 45% in case of SC/ST/PwBD candidates for reserved positions.
- Code 114 (Skill Certificate Holders): Class 12th (but below graduate) plus a Skill Certificate of 'Domestic Data Entry Operator' for training of less than one year issued by an awarding body recognized under National Skill Qualifications Framework or any other authority recognized by the Central Government.
- All qualifications must be from a recognized University/Institute as a full-time regular course; qualifications acquired through part-time, correspondence or distance learning mode are not eligible.
Qualification Acquisition Window
Graduate and Technician Apprentice
Window to Acquire Prescribed Qualification: 01.04.2023 to 30.09.2026
Trade Apprentice (ITI/Data Entry Operator)
Window to Acquire Prescribed Qualification: 01.04.2022 to 30.09.2026
| Discipline Group | Window to Acquire Prescribed Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate and Technician Apprentice | 01.04.2023 to 30.09.2026 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI/Data Entry Operator) | 01.04.2022 to 30.09.2026 |
PwBD Eligibility
PwBD candidates are not eligible for discipline codes 101 to 111, that is all Technician and Trade/ITI disciplines. They may apply only for Graduate Apprentice (Code 112) and Data Entry Operator (Codes 113 and 114), and only within the sub-categories PV (Low Vision, Blind), PH (Hard of Hearing, Deaf), PL (Musculoskeletal, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victim, Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured) and MD (Multiple Disabilities). Other disability types are excluded given the hazardous nature of the industry. PwBD reservation is applied on a horizontal basis across all categories.
Apprenticeship Training Rules
- A candidate may undergo a maximum of two apprenticeship trainings and the second training shall not be in the same trade.
- There shall be a minimum gap of one year between two apprenticeship trainings, except when the previous training was terminated due to failure on the part of the employer.
- A three-month waiting period applies when an apprentice terminates a previous contract due to health or financial hardship, relocation, transportation, career changes or language barrier; there is no waiting period for women.
- An apprentice who terminates a contract for failure to carry out its terms is not entitled to enter another apprenticeship contract.
Stipend
The rate of stipend payable to apprentices per month shall be as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and the Apprentices Rules 1992/2019/2025, as amended from time to time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one discipline code?
No. Candidates have to apply for any one discipline code only, and applying for more than one code leads to summary rejection of all applications.
Does completion of the apprenticeship guarantee a job at IOCL?
No. IOCL has no obligation to offer employment after the apprenticeship, and an apprentice cannot claim employment on the ground of having completed the training.
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