Indian Oil Corporation Limited has started accepting applications for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 under its Marketing Division. This recruitment drive aims to fill 144 Apprentice positions across multiple categories including Technician Apprentice, Trade Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice, and Data Entry Operator.
Candidates who are looking for government apprenticeship opportunities can now apply online. The last date to submit the application is 9 March 2026.
Total Vacancies in IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Under this recruitment drive, IOCL will fill 144 apprenticeship vacancies in different states of India.
State-wise vacancy distribution includes:
- West Bengal: 73 posts
- Bihar: 19 posts
- Odisha: 14 posts
- Jharkhand: 10 posts
- Andaman & Nicobar Islands: 8 posts
- Nagaland: 5 posts
- Manipur: 5 posts
- Sikkim: 3 posts
- Arunachal Pradesh: 2 posts
These vacancies provide job training opportunities for candidates from several regions across India.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the required educational qualifications depending on the post they are applying for.
Technician Apprentice
- Must have a 3-year Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline.
- Minimum 50% marks for General category candidates.
- 45% marks for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.
Trade Apprentice
- Must have passed Matriculation (10th).
- Must hold a 2-year ITI certificate in the relevant trade.
Graduate Apprentice
- Must have a regular graduate degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks.
Data Entry Operator
- Candidates must have passed 12th (Intermediate).
Important: Part-time or distance education qualifications will not be accepted for this recruitment.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates as per government rules.
Stipend and Training Details
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend according to the rules of the Apprenticeship Act. The stipend amount will be decided based on government guidelines.
This recruitment is training-based, meaning selected candidates will receive practical training within IOCL for a fixed period to gain industry experience.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for this recruitment. Candidates from all categories can apply free of cost.
How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates can apply by following these steps:
- Visit the official website of Indian Oil Corporation Limited.
- Navigate to the Careers or Apprenticeship section.
- Find the link for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
- Fill out the online application form with the required details.
- Upload necessary documents.
- Submit the application form before 9 March 2026.
Final Words
The IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for candidates looking to gain experience in one of India’s largest public sector companies. With 144 apprentice vacancies across multiple states, eligible candidates should apply before the deadline to secure a training opportunity with IOCL.
