IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 144 Vacancies at Bongaigaon Refinery

IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 144 Apprentice Posts

Indian Oil Corporation Limited has officially released the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification under the Apprentices Act 1961/1973 for engagement of apprentices at Bongaigaon Refinery.

Eligible candidates can apply for 144 apprentice vacancies in various technical and non-technical trades including Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Accountant, Data Entry Operator, Secretarial Assistant, and more.

The online application process started on 29 June 2026 and the last date to apply is 28 July 2026.

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IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organization	Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Advertisement Number	BGR/Appr/2026/03
Job Type	Apprentice Training
Total Vacancies	144 Posts
Location	Bongaigaon Refinery, Assam
Application Mode	Online
Start Date	29 June 2026
Last Date	28 July 2026
Selection Process	Merit Based (No Exam)
Official Website	IOCL Official Website

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IOCL Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Details

The total 144 apprentice seats are distributed across multiple trades.

Code	Trade/Discipline	Vacancies
101	Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)	43
102	Trade Apprentice – Fitter	6
103	Trade Apprentice – Boiler	14
104	Technician Apprentice – Chemical	14
105	Technician Apprentice – Mechanical	20
106	Technician Apprentice – Electrical	15
107	Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation	9
108	Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant	15
109	Trade Apprentice – Accountant	1
110	Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher)	5
111	Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders)	2

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Educational Qualification

Candidates must have one of the following qualifications depending on the post:

• B.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Maths / Industrial Chemistry)
• ITI Fitter (Minimum 2 years regular course)
• Diploma in Chemical Engineering
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering
• B.Com Degree
• BA/BSc/BCom Degree
• 12th Pass
• Skill Certificate in Domestic Data Entry Operator (for Code 111)

Minimum marks required:

• General/OBC/EWS → 50% Marks
• SC/ST/PwBD → 45% Marks

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Age Limit (As on 30 June 2026)

• Minimum Age → 18 Years
• Maximum Age → 24 Years

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST → 5 Years
• OBC (NCL) → 3 Years
• PwBD → 10 Years

As per Government of India rules.

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Selection Process

There will be NO written examination.

Selection will be based on:

1. Merit list prepared on qualification marks
2. Higher percentage gets preference
3. In case of tie, older candidate gets preference
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Fitness Test

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Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start Date	29 June 2026
Last Date to Apply	28 July 2026
Candidate List Release	05 August 2026
Document Verification	11–18 August 2026

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How To Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Candidates must complete both steps.

Step 1 – Register on NAPS/NATS Portal

For Codes 101,102,103,108,109,110,111

Apply via:

NAPS Portal

For Codes 104,105,106,107

Apply via:

NATS Portal

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Step 2 – Submit Additional Details

Visit:

IOCL Careers Page

Go to:

What’s New → Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment → Fill Microsoft Form

Both steps are compulsory.

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Required Documents

Candidates need:

• 10th Marksheet
• 12th Marksheet
• ITI/Diploma/Graduation Certificate
• Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• Aadhaar Card/PAN/Voter ID
• NAPS/NATS Registration Number
• Passport Size Photo
• Medical Fitness Certificate
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)

Refinery Unit	Advertisement No.	Official Notification Source
Bongaigaon Refinery	BGR/Appr/2026/03	Download Here
Gujarat Refinery	JR/01/2026-27	Download Here
Mathura Refinery	MR/HR/APP1/2026-27	Download Here
Paradip Refinery	PDR/HR/01/Apprentices-26	Download Here

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Stipend Details

Selected apprentices will receive monthly stipend as per:

Apprentices Act 1961/1973 and IOCL Rules

Additional benefits:

• Accident Insurance
• Safety Shoes and Helmet (technical posts)
• Paid Leave
• Casual Leave
• Medical Leave

No accommodation or HRA will be provided.

Important Links

Apply Online Click Here

Official Notification Click here

Official Website Click Here

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are available in IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

There are 144 apprentice vacancies.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?

Last date is 28 July 2026.

Q3. Is there any written exam?

No, selection is purely merit based.

Q4. What is the age limit?

18 to 24 years as on 30 June 2026.

Q5. What is the stipend?

Stipend will be paid according to Apprentices Act Rules.

Q6. Can B.Tech graduates apply?

No. Candidates with BE/BTech/MBA/CA/MCA are not eligible.

Q7. Is NAPS/NATS registration mandatory?

Yes. Registration is compulsory.