IOCL Bongaigaon Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date 20 Feb

IOCL Bongaigaon Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date 20 Feb

IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Bongaigaon Refinery, has released an official notification for the recruitment of 88 Apprentice Posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973. This is a significant opportunity for candidates possessing B.Sc or Diploma in Engineering/Science disciplines to undergo training for a duration of 12–24 months. The recruitment is strictly Merit-Based (Direct Recruitment) with No Written Examination.

Recruitment Type

Direct Recruitment (Merit-Based): Selection is based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination. There is no competitive written exam (Prelims/Mains).

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details (Post-wise Breakdown)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Trade Apprentice (Code 101 - Chemical): B.Sc with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics / Industrial Chemistry.
• Trade Apprentice (Code 103 - Boiler): B.Sc with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics / Industrial Chemistry.
• Technician Apprentice (Code 104 - Chemical): Diploma in Chemical / Petrochemical / Refinery Engineering.
• Technician Apprentice (Code 105 - Mechanical): Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Technician Apprentice (Code 107 - Instrumentation): Diploma in Instrumentation / Electronics / Control Engineering.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years
• Cut-off Date: Age is calculated as of 31 January 2026.
• Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD as per Government of India norms.

Selection Process

Since this is a Direct Recruitment/Trainee position, there is No Written Examination. The selection stages are:

1. Merit List: Preparation based on the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination (B.Sc/Diploma).
2. Document Verification: Verification of original documents.
3. Pre-engagement Medical Fitness Test: Candidates must be medically fit for apprenticeship training.

Note: Preference is given to first-time apprenticeship candidates.

Application Fee

The text provided does not specify an application fee. Candidates are advised to check the official notification PDF for fee details, if any.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Step I (Portal Registration):
   • Register on the NAPS portal (for Trade Apprentice posts: Codes 101 & 103).
   • Register on the NATS portal (for Technician Apprentice posts: Codes 104, 105 & 107).
2. Step II (IOCL Application): Apply for IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery opportunities on the respective NAPS/NATS portals.
3. Step III (Microsoft Form): Fill the mandatory Microsoft Form via the link available on www.iocl.com.
4. Final Submission: Ensure both Step I (NAPS/NATS) and Step II (Microsoft Form) are completed before the deadline.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Click Here to Download
• Official Website (IOCL): Click Here
• Apply Online (NAPS Portal): Click Here
• Apply Online (NATS Portal): Click Here