Thumbnail: Viksit Haryana | IOCL Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026, 409 posts, last date 12 December 2026
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has opened a big opportunity for young job seekers. Its Marketing Division, Eastern Region, has released the notification for 409 apprentice posts — and the best part is that there will be no written examination and no interview. Selection will be made purely on merit, based on the marks in your qualifying examination.
ITI holders, Class 12 pass candidates, engineering diploma holders and graduates all have posts to apply for. Applications opened on 13 November 2026 and the last date is 12 December 2026, 5:00 PM. But note — applying on the portal alone is not enough; a mandatory form must also be filled, without which your application will be treated as incomplete.
IOCL Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division, Eastern Region |
| Advertisement No. | IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2026-27 |
| Total posts | 409 |
| Nature of engagement | Apprenticeship training for 12 months (not a permanent job) |
| Applications open | 13 November 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last date | 12 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age limit | 18 to 24 years (as on 30 November 2026) |
| Selection process | Merit list → document verification → medical fitness (no exam/interview) |
| Application fee | No fee prescribed in the notification |
| Official website | iocl.com/apprenticeships |
How Many Posts Are There and For Whom?
A total of 409 posts have been announced. The category-wise break-up is:
| Category | Posts | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 206 | 3-year full-time engineering diploma |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 97 | Class 10 + 2-year ITI |
| Graduate Apprentice | 70 | BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 16 | Class 12 pass (below graduation) |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate) | 4 | Class 12 pass + Domestic DEO skill certificate |
Important clarification: The notification announces 409 posts, but the state-wise table rows add up to 393. The allocation of the remaining 16 seats is not given in the notification — an official clarification or corrigendum is awaited.
What Is the State-Wise Vacancy Break-Up?
| State / UT | Technician | Trade (ITI) | Graduate | DEO | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Bengal | 80 | 35 | 26 | 8 | 149 |
| Bihar | 30 | 15 | 17 | 3 | 65 |
| Odisha | 28 | 14 | 13 | 3 | 58 |
| Jharkhand | 12 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 26 |
| Assam | 45 | 17 | 6 | 5 | 73 |
| Sikkim | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Tripura | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Nagaland | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Mizoram | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Meghalaya | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Manipur | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Listed total | 206 | 97 | 70 | 20 | 393 |
Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies by discipline code. All qualifications must be from a regular full-time course — qualifications obtained through part-time, correspondence or distance learning are not eligible.
- Technician Apprentice (codes 101–106): 3-year full-time diploma in the relevant engineering discipline — Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics. Minimum 50% aggregate marks for General/EWS/OBC-NCL and 45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
- Trade Apprentice (codes 107–111): Class 10 pass with a regular full-time 2-year ITI in the relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist), recognised by NCVT/SCVT.
- Graduate Apprentice (code 112): Regular full-time bachelor’s degree in BA, B.Com, B.Sc or BBA. Minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
- Data Entry Operator – Fresher (code 113): Class 12 pass, below graduation level. Minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
- Data Entry Operator – Skill Certificate Holder (code 114): Class 12 pass, below graduation, with a recognised Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate.
Please note: Candidates holding higher professional qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, ICWA or LLB are not eligible for this recruitment. Candidates may apply for only one discipline code — applying for more than one will lead to summary rejection.
Qualification acquisition window: Graduate and Technician Apprentice qualifications must have been acquired between 1 April 2023 and 30 November 2026; ITI and DEO qualifications between 1 April 2022 and 30 November 2026.
What Is the Age Limit?
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 24 years (as on 30 November 2026) |
| SC/ST | 5 years’ relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years’ relaxation |
| PwBD (UR / OBC-NCL / SC/ST) | 10 / 13 / 15 years’ relaxation |
How Will Candidates Be Selected?
There is no written examination and no interview. Selection will follow these steps:
- Online registration and application through NAPS or NATS.
- Mandatory Microsoft Form submission (with training-location preferences).
- Merit list prepared on the percentage of marks in the prescribed qualifying examination.
- Shortlisting as per merit and available seats.
- Document verification.
- Pre-engagement medical fitness assessment.
- Apprenticeship engagement offer to selected eligible candidates.
The document verification date will be intimated by email; the joining date has not been announced yet.
What Stipend Will Apprentices Get?
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and the Apprentices Rules. The notification does not specify any fixed rupee amount for any discipline, so no fixed figure can be stated as officially notified.
How to Apply for IOCL Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Go to the relevant portal as per your qualification — NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) for ITI/DEO apprentices, NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) for Technician/Graduate apprentices.
- Register on the portal with a valid email ID and mobile number, then log in.
- Search for “Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division) – Eastern Region” and apply for the relevant apprenticeship opportunity. Establishment IDs: NATS – EWBKOC000077; NAPS – E05201900011.
- After submitting the portal application, fill the mandatory Microsoft Form and give your three preferred training locations.
- Submit the form and keep a copy for future reference.
Warning: Applying on NAPS/NATS alone is not enough — without the Microsoft Form, you may not receive the document verification call letter and your application may not proceed further.
Documents Required
- Class 10 / Class 12 mark sheets and certificates
- ITI / diploma / graduation degree and mark sheets
- DEO skill certificate (for code 114)
- Caste certificate (for reserved categories)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card / identity proof
- Passport-size photograph
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued | 13 November 2026 |
| Online applications open | 13 November 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last date to apply (NAPS/NATS) | 12 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last date for Microsoft Form | 12 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age and qualification reckoning date | 30 November 2026 |
| Document verification | To be intimated by email |
Important Links
- IOCL Apprenticeships — official page (iocl.com)
- NAPS Portal — apply for ITI / DEO Apprentice
- NATS Portal — apply for Technician / Graduate Apprentice
- IOCL Pipelines Division Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — around 500 posts (a separate recruitment)
- RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 2,861 posts
- AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment — 379 posts, apply by 11 December
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many posts are there in IOCL Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 409 posts have been announced — Technician 206, Trade (ITI) 97, Graduate 70, DEO Fresher 16 and DEO Skill Certificate 4. Note that the state-wise table totals 393; the allocation of 16 seats is not yet clarified.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
12 December 2026, 5:00 PM — for both the NAPS/NATS application and the Microsoft Form.
Q3. Is there any written exam or interview?
No. Selection is purely on merit based on qualifying-examination marks, followed by document verification and a medical fitness assessment.
Q4. What is the age limit?
18 to 24 years as on 30 November 2026. SC/ST get 5 years’ relaxation, OBC-NCL 3 years, and PwBD 10–15 years as per rules.
Q5. What is the application fee?
No application fee amount is prescribed in the notification.
Q6. Is the Microsoft Form really mandatory?
Yes. After applying on NAPS/NATS, the Microsoft Form must be filled — without it, you may not receive the document verification call letter.
Q7. How much stipend will apprentices receive?
The stipend will be paid as prescribed under the Apprentices Act and Rules; the notification gives no fixed rupee amount.
Q8. Can B.Tech holders apply?
No. Candidates with B.E./B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, ICWA, LLB or equivalent higher qualifications are not eligible for this recruitment.
Next Action: Read the official notification on iocl.com/apprenticeships and apply on the NAPS/NATS portal before 12 December 2026, 5:00 PM — and do not forget the mandatory Microsoft Form.
Sources: IOCL official apprenticeships page (iocl.com/apprenticeships); Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2026-27 dated 13 November 2026. Candidates should read the official notification in full before applying.
