Indian Oil Corporation Limited, one of the largest commercial undertaking in India and a Fortune “Global 500” Company, as a measure of Skill Building Initiative for the Nation, proposes to engage Technician, Graduate & Trade Apprentices (Technical and Non – Technical) at its Locations in States and Union Territory (UT) of India (West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Assam, Sikkim, UT of Andaman & Nicobar Island, Tripura, Nagaland, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh).
IOCL Marketing Division Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division (Eastern Region), has released an official notification for the engagement of Technical and Non-Technical Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment drive aims to fill 509 vacancies across various states in Eastern India, including West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Assam. This is a significant opportunity for 10th pass, ITI, Diploma, and Graduate candidates to acquire practical industry skills at a “Maharatna” Public Sector Undertaking.
| Organization Name | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) – Marketing Division |
| Region | Eastern Region (ER) |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Trade, Technician, Graduate, DEO) |
| Total Vacancies | 509 Posts |
| Advertisement No. | IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2025-26 |
| Job Location | West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Assam, etc. |
| Selection Mode | Merit-Based (No Written Exam) |
| Application Mode | Online (NATS/NAPS + Microsoft Form) |
| Official Website | www.iocl.com |
Important Dates
Candidates interested in the IOCL Apprentice program must adhere to the following timeline. The application window is currently open.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 10th December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10th December 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply (NATS/NAPS) | 09th January 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Microsoft Form Submission | 09th January 2026 |
| Document Verification Date | To be notified later |
Vacancy Details
IOCL has announced a total of 509 vacancies distributed across different categories including Technician, Trade, and Graduate apprentices. The engagement will be for a period of 12 months. The vacancies are spread across multiple states in the Eastern Region, catering to both technical and non-technical backgrounds.
| Apprentice Category | Vacancies |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 248 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 127 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Non-Tech) | 107 |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO – Fresher) | 20 |
| Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate) | 07 |
| Total Posts | 509 |
Education Qualification
Candidates must meet the following educational criteria from a recognized Board/University/Institute as regular full-time courses:
Technician Apprentice: 3-Year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electronics, or Electrical & Electronics) with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
Trade Apprentice (ITI): Matric with 2-Year ITI course in relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist) recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
Graduate Apprentice: Full-time Graduate Degree in any discipline (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, BBA, etc.) with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
Trade Apprentice (DEO – Fresher): Class 12th Pass (but below Graduate level).
Trade Apprentice (DEO – Skilled): Class 12th Pass with a valid “Domestic Data Entry Operator” Skill Certificate.
Apprentice Stipend Details
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and Corporation rules. While the exact amount varies by location and qualification, the approximate range is:
- Graduate Apprentice: Approx. Rs. 9,000/- per month.
- Technician Apprentice: Approx. Rs. 8,000/- per month.
- Trade Apprentice / DEO: Approx. Rs. 7,000/- to Rs. 9,000/- per month.
Age Limit as on 31st December 2025
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age: 24 Years.
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years.
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years.
- PwBD: 10 Years.
Selection Process
Unlike previous cycles, the selection for the Eastern Region 2026 cycle is besed on Merit List, Document Verification (DV), Medical Fitness
Application Fee
No Application Fee
How to Apply
The application process is two-fold. Candidates must register on the government portal and then apply to IOCL.
Register on Portal:
Diploma/Graduates: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal (nats.education.gov.in).
ITI/DEO: Register on the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in).
Apply to Establishment: Login to the respective portal, search for Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division) – Eastern Region, and apply for the relevant opportunity.
NATS Establishment ID: EWBKOC000077.
NAPS Establishment ID: E05201900011.
Fill Microsoft Form (Mandatory): After applying on the portal, candidates MUST fill out the Google/Microsoft Form provided in the notification to confirm their application details and choice of location.
Submission: Ensure both the portal application and the Microsoft form are submitted before 09th January 2026.
Official Links
| Resource | Link |
| Official Website | Visit IOCL.com |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| NATS Registration (Degree/Diploma) | Click Here |
| NAPS Registration (ITI/DEO) | Click Here |








