IOCL Marketing Division NR Apprentice 2026: Apply Online for 433 Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice Posts (Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1)

The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a Fortune “Global 500” Company and India’s premier Maharatna energy enterprise, has officially released the comprehensive employment notification (Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1) for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973. This recruitment drive aims to fill 433 vacancies across various Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentice profiles within the Marketing Division – Northern Region (NR) spanning multiple states and Union Territories (Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttarakhand).

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The online application gateway went live on 7th August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online until 6th September 2026 (5:00 PM).

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Recruitment Overview

Feature	Details
Organization Name	Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Division & Region	Marketing Division – Northern Region (NR)
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1
Post Names	Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice, and Data Entry Operator
Total Vacancies	433 Posts
Job / Training Location	Northern Region States / UTs (Delhi, UP, Haryana, Punjab, J&K, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Chandigarh)
Application Mode	Online (Via NAPS / NATS Portals + Mandatory Microsoft Form)
Online Registration Starts	7th August 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online	6th September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Official Website Portal	www.iocl.com

Important Schedule Dates

Event	Dates
Notification Release Date	7th August 2026
Online Application Portal Activation	7th August 2026 (10:00 AM)
Closing Date for Online Application & MS Form	6th September 2026 (5:00 PM)
Tentative Date of Document Verification	To be notified subsequently via email

State-Wise Vacancy Overview

The 433 apprenticeship opportunities are distributed across various operating units and states within the Northern Region:

State / Union Territory	Approximate Vacancies
Uttar Pradesh	121
Jammu & Kashmir	20
Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Chandigarh	292 (Distributed across respective trades & disciplines)
Total	433 Posts

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

Candidates must possess the requisite technical or academic qualifications from recognized boards, universities, or institutions corresponding to their applied discipline:

• Technician Apprentices (Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation / Civil / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics): 3-year Regular Full-Time Diploma in relevant Engineering branches with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates). State Job Result
• Trade Apprentices (Fitter / Electrician / Electronics Mechanic / Instrument Mechanic / Machinist): Matriculation (Class 10th) with ITI in the relevant trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT. State Job Result
• Graduate Apprentices (BA / B.Sc / B.Com / B.Tech / BCA): Regular Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved classes).
• Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher): Class 12th pass (Non-graduate). Karmasandhan
• Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders): Class 12th pass with a national skill certificate recognized by authorities. State Job Result

2. Age Limit (As on 31st August 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years State Job Result
• Maximum Age: 24 Years for General / EWS candidates.
• Age Relaxations:
  • SC / ST: 5 Years (Upper limit up to 29 years) Adda247
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years (Upper limit up to 27 years) Adda247
  • PwBD Categories: Up to 10 to 15 Years relaxation as per standard government guidelines. Adda247

Stipend & Financial Support

• Apprentices receive a monthly stipend prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 based on their trade/qualification level. Adda247
• Additionally, IOCL Marketing Division (Northern Region) provides an extra allowance of ₹2,500/- per month toward miscellaneous expenses. State Job Result

Selection Process

• Merit-Based Selection: Selection of candidates is finalized strictly on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying examination (ITI, Diploma, Degree, or 12th standard). PW
• No Written Test or Interview: There is no written test or interview conducted for this apprenticeship engagement. Adda247
• Document Verification & Medical Exam: Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of original credentials, followed by a medical fitness test. Adda247

Application Fee

• All Categories (General, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, PwBD): Nil (No application fee is charged). State Job Result

How to Apply Online

Applying for the IOCL NR Apprenticeship involves a two-step mandatory registration and submission pipeline:

1. Portal Registration:
   • For Trade Apprentices, register first on the NAPS Portal (www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) using Establishment ID E05200700003. Karmasandhan
   • For Technician / Graduate Apprentices, register on the NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in) using Establishment ID NDLSDC000005. Karmasandhan
2. Verify Profile: Ensure personal details, category data, aggregate percentages, and Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts are 100% complete and correct. State Job Result
3. Apply for Opportunity: Search for the specific discipline code matching your qualification under the IOCL Northern Region establishment and submit your application. (Candidates are restricted to applying for only one discipline code; multiple submissions result in outright rejection). State Job Result+ 1
4. Mandatory Microsoft Office Form: After completing the portal application, candidates must fill out the supplementary Microsoft Office Form provided in the official notification to lock in their candidature. State Job Result

🔗 NATS Technician & Graduate Apprenticeship Portal Link

📄 Download Official IOCL NR Apprentice Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the total number of vacancies announced under IOCL Marketing Division NR Apprentice 2026?

A: A total of 433 vacancies have been notified for Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentices in the Northern Region.

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Q2: What is the last date to apply online?

A: The online application window on NAPS/NATS portals and the mandatory Microsoft Form closes on 6th September 2026 at 5:00 PM.

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Q3: Is there any written test or interview for selection?

A: No, selection is based entirely on a merit list derived from qualifying academic marks, followed by document verification.

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Q4: Is filling out the Microsoft Form mandatory?

A: Yes, completing the supplementary Microsoft Office Form alongside the NAPS/NATS application is strictly mandatory; failure to submit it leads to disqualification.