IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26: Northern Region notification released. Apply online for Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice posts before 12 January 2026. Check eligibility, stipend, dates.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division – Northern Region has released the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 notification for engagement of Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice and Graduate Apprentice under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of multiple apprentice vacancies are available across Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Eligible candidates can apply online through NAPS/NATS portals from 27 December 2025 to 12 January 2026.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26
Job Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Division | Marketing Division – Northern Region |
| Advertisement No. | IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2025-26/2 |
| Post Name | Trade / Technician / Graduate Apprentice |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Start Date | 27 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 January 2026 |
| Job Location | Northern Region States |
| Official Website | iocl.com |
Post Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice | As per notification |
| Graduate Apprentice | As per notification |
| Trade Apprentice | As per notification |
| Data Entry Operator Apprentice | As per notification |
(State-wise and category-wise vacancies are detailed in the official notification.)
Eligibility & Educational Qualification
Trade Apprentice (ITI)
- Matric + 2 years ITI in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT recognized)
Technician Apprentice
- 3 years Diploma in relevant engineering discipline
- Minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD)
Graduate Apprentice
- Regular full-time graduation in any discipline
- Minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD)
Data Entry Operator Apprentice
- Class 12th (below graduate)
- Skill certificate required for Skill Certificate Holder category
➡ Qualification must be regular full-time only.
➡ Part-time / distance mode candidates are not eligible.
Age Limit (as on 31-12-2025)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
| SC/ST | +5 Years |
| OBC-NCL | +3 Years |
| PwBD | Up to 10 Years |
Stipend
- Graduate Apprentice: As per Apprentices Act + ₹2500 miscellaneous allowance
- Technician Apprentice: As per Apprentices Act + ₹2500 miscellaneous allowance
- Trade Apprentice: Full stipend paid by IOCL
(Part stipend is paid through DBT by BOAT for Graduate & Technician apprentices.)
Application Fees
➡ No Application Fee
(IOCL has not mentioned any fee in the official notification.)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 27 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 January 2026 |
| Document Verification | As per merit list |
| Training Start | As notified |
Selection Process
- No written exam / interview
- Selection based on merit (marks obtained in qualification)
- Preference to candidates applying for first-time apprenticeship
- Document verification & medical fitness mandatory
How to Apply?
- Register on NAPS (ITI / Trade / DEO) or NATS (Diploma / Graduate)
- Complete profile with correct academic details
- Search for IOCL Apprenticeship (Northern Region)
- Apply for only one discipline code
- Submit Microsoft Office Form after portal application
- Save application details for future reference
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online (NAPS/NATS) | Apply Online |
| Microsoft Form Link | Check Here |
| Official Website | iocl.com |
Candidates are advised to read the official IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 notification carefully before applying. Applications must be submitted only through the official NAPS/NATS portals within the specified dates
