Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Marketing Division – Northern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 433 Technician, Graduate & Trade Apprentice Posts (Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1)

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise and India’s premier energy major, has officially released its employment notification (Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1) for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973.

The Marketing Division – Northern Region of IOCL invites online applications from dynamic and eligible candidates to fill 433 apprenticeship vacancies across various designated trades, technical diplomas, and graduate disciplines. The online application window commenced on 7th August 2026, and candidates can submit their applications online until 6th September 2026 (5:00 PM).

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Division / Region	Marketing Division – Northern Region (NR)
Enterprise Status	Maharatna CPSE (Govt. of India Enterprise)
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1
Post Designations	Technician Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice, Trade Apprentice (ITI), and Data Entry Operator (DEO)
Total Openings	433 Vacancies
Operational States / UTs	Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand
Application Mode	Online (via NAPS / NATS Portals + IOCL submission link)
Online Application Start Date	7th August 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online	6th September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Official Website Portals	www.iocl.com / apprenticeshipindia.gov.in / nats.education.gov.in

Important Schedule & Key Dates Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Notification Release Date	7th August 2026
Commencement of Online Registration	7th August 2026 (10:00 AM)
Closing Date for Online Applications	6th September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Verification of Documents for Shortlisted Candidates	To be notified via registered email ID

Post Category & Vacancy Distribution Breakdown

The 433 apprenticeship openings are distributed across various technical and non-technical categories spanning several states in the Northern Region:

S. No.	Apprentice Category	Nature of Training / Qualification Stream	Vacancies Overview
1	Trade Apprentice (ITI)	Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist	180 Posts (Approx.)
2	Technician Apprentice	Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics	126 Posts
3	Graduate Apprentice	BA / B.Sc. / B.Com / BBA (General Graduation streams)	104 Posts
4	Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (DEO)	Fresher & Skill Certificate Holders (Class 12th pass)	22 Posts
—	Total Combined Openings	—	433 Posts

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Qualifications

Candidates must meet all baseline academic and age requirements as of the cut-off date, 31st August 2026.

1. Educational & Technical Qualifications by Post

• Technician Apprentice: 3-year regular full-time Diploma in Engineering in relevant branches (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics) with a minimum of 50% marks (relaxed to 45% marks for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates).
• Trade Apprentice (ITI): Matriculation (10th Standard) pass with a regular ITI Certificate in the designated trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
• Graduate Apprentice: Regular Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. / B.Sc. / B.Com / BBA) from a recognized Indian University or Institute with minimum qualifying marks.
• Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (DEO): Class 12th (Higher Secondary) pass from a recognized board (For Skill Certificate holders: Class 12th pass plus a Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate).

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

• Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
• Maximum Age Limit (Unreserved / EWS): 24 Years (Candidates must be born between 31.08.2002 and 31.08.2008)
• Category-Based Upper Age Relaxations:
  • Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC / ST): +5 Years (Up to 29 years)
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years (Up to 27 years)
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Up to 10 to 15 years relaxation depending on community category.

Stipend & Financial Benefits

• Statutory Stipend: Apprentices receive a monthly stipend paid directly by IOCL during the training period as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961 / 1973 and National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) / National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) guidelines.
• Additional Allowance: An extra amount of ₹2,500/- per month is provided toward miscellaneous expenses by IOCL.
• Duration of Training: 12 Months across all designated trades.

Selection Process

• Merit-Based Selection: The selection of candidates is purely based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination (ITI, Diploma, Graduation, or Class 12th as applicable).
• No Written Test or Interview: There is no written examination or personal interview conducted for this apprenticeship engagement.
• Document Verification & Medical Fitness: Shortlisted candidates based on merit must pass document verification and fulfill corporate medical fitness standards.

Application Fee Structure

• All Categories (General, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, PwBD): ₹0/- (No application or processing fee is required for this recruitment drive).

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

The application process requires portal registration followed by form submission:

1. Mandatory Portal Registration:
   • For Trade Apprentices & Data Entry Operators, register first on the NAPS Portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
   • For Technician & Graduate Apprentices, register on the NATS Portal at nats.education.gov.in.
2. Visit Official IOCL Portal: Go to the official corporate website at www.iocl.com and navigate to the “Careers” section -> “Engagement of Apprentices”.
3. Access Recruitment Link: Open the notification link for “IOCL Marketing Division – Northern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27”.
4. Fill Online Form: Log in with your registration details, select your state, region, and precise trade/discipline code, and fill out personal and academic credentials.
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photo, signature, category certificates, and educational mark sheets.
6. Final Submission: Review all entered details carefully, submit the final application form before 5:00 PM on 6th September 2026, and download/print a copy of the confirmation receipt for future correspondence.

🔗 IOCL Official Website Portal Link

🔗 NAPS Portal Link for Trade & DEO Apprentices

🔗 NATS Portal Link for Technician & Graduate Apprentices

📄 Download IOCL Marketing Division NR Apprentice Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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

A: A total of 433 apprentice vacancies have been announced across the Northern Region states.

Q2: What is the last date to submit the online application form?

A: The online application window closes on 6th September 2026 at 5:00 PM.

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

A: No, selection is strictly merit-based on the marks secured in the qualifying examination, with no written test or interview.

Q4: What is the age limit for general candidates applying for these posts?

A: The age limit is between 18 and 24 years as on 31st August 2026, with relaxations for reserved categories.

Q5: Which portal should I use to apply for Technician and Graduate Apprentice posts?

A: Candidates must register and apply via the NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in).