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Vacancy Details
- Technician Apprentice: 206 vacancies
Qualification: 3-Year Full-Time Diploma in relevant engineering discipline- All: 206
- ITI Trade Apprentice: 97 vacancies
Qualification: Matriculation with Regular Full-Time 2-Year ITI in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT)- All: 97
- Graduate Apprentice: 70 vacancies
Qualification: Regular Full-Time Bachelor’s degree (BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA) in eligible discipline- All: 70
- Data Entry Operator Apprentice: 20 vacancies
Qualification: Class 12 pass but below graduate level (skill certificate required for skill-holder category)- All: 20
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Application Fees
- All: ₹0
Selection Process
- Registration and Application: Register and apply online through the appropriate portal (NAPS for ITI/DEO; NATS for Diploma/Graduate).
- Microsoft Form Submission: Complete the mandatory Microsoft Form providing training-location preferences and other details; both portal application and form are compulsory.
- Merit List Preparation: A merit list is prepared using the percentage marks obtained in the prescribed qualifying examination for the selected discipline.
- Shortlisting: Shortlisting is done based on merit and available seats for the discipline and location.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates undergo document verification; originals and self-attested copies must be produced.
- Medical Fitness: Shortlisted candidates must clear the pre-engagement medical fitness assessment as per IndianOil guidelines.
- Offer of Engagement: Selected eligible candidates will be issued apprenticeship engagement offers after verification and medical fitness.
How to Apply
- Read the official IOCL Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Identify the discipline code that matches your educational qualification.
- For ITI and Data Entry Operator apprentices, visit the NAPS portal (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/).
- For Diploma and Graduate Apprentices, visit the NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php).
- Complete registration or log in using your existing account on the chosen portal.
- Verify personal information, educational qualifications, category and aggregate percentage for accuracy.
- Search for Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division), Eastern Region using the applicable establishment ID.
- Select the apprenticeship opportunity matching your discipline code and apply through NAPS/NATS.
- After applying on the portal, open and complete the mandatory IOCL Microsoft Form (https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/5nNkU44Cuc).
- Enter the additional information requested in the Microsoft Form and provide three preferred training/document-verification locations.
- Submit the Microsoft Form before the deadline (12-12-2026).
- Save submission details and regularly check your registered email for shortlisting and document verification updates.
- note: Both portal application (NAPS/NATS) and the Microsoft Form are compulsory; failing to complete the Microsoft Form may result in not receiving a document verification call.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Notification Date:
- Online Application Start Date:
- Last Date for NAPS/NATS Application:
- Last Date for Microsoft Form:
- Age and Qualification Reckoning Date:
- Document Verification Date:
- Apprenticeship Joining Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum educational qualifications required?
Qualifications vary by discipline: ITI Trade requires Matriculation plus a regular full-time 2-year ITI in the relevant trade; Technician Apprentices require a 3-year full-time engineering diploma; Graduate Apprentices require a regular full-time Bachelor’s degree (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA); DEO requires Class 12 pass (with skill certificate for the skill-holder category). Regular full-time study is mandatory; distance or part-time qualifications are not eligible.
How do I apply for the IOCL Eastern Region apprentice positions?
Apply online via NAPS for ITI/DEO (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/) or via NATS for Diploma/Graduate (https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php), then complete the mandatory Microsoft Form (https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/5nNkU44Cuc) with your training-location preferences before the deadline.
What is the last date to apply?
Online applications on NAPS/NATS and submission of the mandatory Microsoft Form must be completed by 12-12-2026 (last date for portal and form: 12 December 2026).
How will candidates be selected?
Selection is merit-based: a merit list will be prepared using the percentage marks in the prescribed qualifying examination, followed by shortlisting, document verification and a pre-engagement medical fitness assessment. There is no written exam or interview.
What stipend or pay scale is offered?
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act and applicable rules; the advertisement does not specify fixed monthly rupee amounts for each discipline.
