IOCL Apprentice Bharti 2025 is out for 2756+ Trade/Technician/Graduate posts across all Refineries. Check eligibility (ITI/Diploma/Degree) and apply online before Dec 18, 2025.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 2,756+ Trade/Technician Posts!
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a Fortune 500 Maharatna PSU, has released a massive recruitment notification for Apprentice positions across its Refineries Division nationwide. This is a golden opportunity for ITI, Diploma, and Degree holders to secure industrial training and stipend in India's leading oil and gas company.
Quick Overview: Essential Recruitment Details
| Icon | Key Detail | Information |
| 🏢 | Recruiting Body | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) - Refineries Division |
| 📜 | Post Name | Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice |
| 🔢 | Total Vacancies | 2,756+ Posts (Across 9 Refineries) |
| 🎓 | Qualification | ITI, Diploma (Engg), B.Sc, B.Com, or Degree |
| 🗓️ | Application Start Date | 28/11/2025 |
| ⚠️ | Last Date to Apply | 18/12/2025 (5:00 PM) |
| 🔗 | Official Website Link | |
| 📝 | Apply Online Link |
Detailed Notification Highlights
The engagement is for a period of 12 to 24 months as per the Apprentices Act.
1. Eligibility Criteria (Age Limit & Education)
Age Limit (as on 30/11/2025):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years (for General/EWS candidates).
- Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST (5 years) and OBC (NCL) (3 years) candidates as per Government rules.
Educational Qualification:
- Trade Apprentice: ITI (Fitter, Electrician, etc.) or B.Sc (Maths, Physics, Chem.)
- Technician Apprentice: 3-year Diploma in the relevant Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, etc.).
- Graduate Apprentice: Full-time B.A./B.Sc./B.Com.
Note: All qualifications must be from a recognized University/Institute as a regular, full-time course.
2. Refinery-wise Vacancy Distribution (Snapshot)
| Refinery Unit | Approximate Vacancies |
| Panipat Refinery | 707 |
| Gujarat Refinery | 583 |
| Paradip Refinery | 413 |
| Barauni Refinery | 313 |
| Haldia Refinery | 216 |
| Mathura Refinery | 189 |
| Bongaigaon Refinery | 142 |
| Digboi Refinery | 112 |
| Total | 2,756+ |
3. Important Dates for Your Calendar
| Event | Date/Timeline |
| Online Application Start | 28/11/2025 |
| Last Date to Apply & Fee Payment | 18/12/2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Release of Shortlisted Candidates List | 27/12/2025 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification (DV) Dates | 02/01/2026 to 07/01/2026 (Tentative) |
Selection Process & Stipend
- Written Test: Candidates will be selected based on their performance in a Written Test (usually objective type questions).
- Merit List: A merit list will be prepared based on the Written Test score.
- Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates must appear for the Document Verification and pre-engagement medical fitness examination.
- Application Fee: No application fee is required for any candidate category.
- Stipend: The stipend will be paid as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and IOCL's guidelines.
How to Apply Online? Step-by-Step Guide?
A two-step registration process is mandatory for all Apprentice applicants:
1. Initial Registration: Candidates must first register on the appropriate Government portal:
- For Trade Apprentice (ITI/Class 12th): Register on the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal.
- For Technician/Graduate Apprentice (Diploma/Degree): Register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal.
Crucial Links to Bookmark
| Resource | Link |
| Official Notification PDF (Refineries) | |
| Direct Apply Online Link (IOCL Portal) | |
| NATS Portal (for Diploma/Degree) | |
| NAPS Portal (for ITI/Trade) |
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