📋 Complete Notification Details
Trade Apprentice & Technician Apprentice
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has invited applications for engagement of Apprentices at its Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973. The notification covers 1450 seats across 11 Trade and Technician Apprentice disciplines. There is no written test — selection is purely merit-based on qualifying marks. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 14-07-2026 to 12-08-2026.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Unit | Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice / Technician Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1450 |
| Application Mode | Online (NAPS/NATS + Microsoft Forms) |
| Application Start Date | 14th July 2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
| Application Last Date | 12th August 2026 (17:00 Hrs) |
| Selection Process | Merit-based (No written test) |
| Official Website | www.iocl.com |
| Code | Trade/Discipline | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|
| 101 | Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 274 |
| 102 | Fitter | 314 |
| 104 | Technician Apprentice – Chemical | 327 |
| 105 | Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | 83 |
| 106 | Technician Apprentice – Electrical | 277 |
| 107 | Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | 70 |
| 108 | Secretarial Assistant (Panipat/New Delhi) | 30 |
| 109 | Accountant | 2 |
| 110 | Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 55 |
| 111 | Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate) | 18 |
| Total | 1450 | |
Employment Type:APPRENTICESHIP
Number of Vacancies:1450
Educational Qualification: Varies by code. Refer to the vacancy table above for discipline-specific qualifications (B.Sc., ITI, Diploma, Graduation, Class XII, etc.). Minimum 50% marks required (45% for SC/PwBD against reserved seats).
Experience:Candidates with one year or more of job experience after attaining the qualification are not eligible.
Skills:As per the specific trade/discipline.
Salary: Stipend as per Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules 1992, and IOCL guidelines.
Age Limit: 18 to 24 Years as on 31-07-2026. Age relaxation: SC – 5 years; OBC(NCL) – 3 years; PwBD – 10 years (additional for SC/OBC).
Selection Procedure: Merit-based on percentage of marks in the qualifying examination (No written test). Document Verification. Pre-engagement Medical Examination.
Application Fee: Not specified in the notification.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
The application process has two mandatory steps. Both must be completed for the application to be considered valid.
Step I: Registration and Application on NAPS/NATS Portal
- For Codes 101, 102, 108, 109, 110 & 111: Register and apply on the NAPS portal: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. Search for location "IOCL, Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex" and select the respective trade.
- For Codes 104, 105, 106 & 107: Register and apply on the NATS/BOAT portal: nats.education.gov.in.
- Establishment IDs: NATS - NHRPPC000003; NAPS - E10150600035.
Step II: Filling Additional Details on Microsoft Forms
- After applying on NAPS/NATS, mandatorily submit details in the Microsoft Forms link available on the IOCL website (www.iocl.com).
- Submit only one response. Ensure the Enrollment/Student ID matches Step I.
- Use the same email ID and mobile number as in Step I.
Note: Both steps must be completed by 12-08-2026 (17:00 Hrs). Incomplete applications will be rejected.
📅 Important Dates
Published: 14th July 2026
Start Date: 14th July 2026 (10:00 Hrs)
Last Date: 12th August 2026 (17:00 Hrs)
Tentative Document Verification: 27th August to 3rd September 2026
Official Notification: Download Official Notification (PDF)
Apply Online (Additional Form): Click here for Microsoft Forms
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Read the Notification: Before applying, thoroughly read the official notification available on the IOCL website for complete details.
- Eligibility: Ensure you have the prescribed qualification with the required percentage (50% for UR/OBC, 45% for SC/PwBD) and meet the age criteria (18-24 years).
- NAPS/NATS Registration: You must be registered on the NAPS or NATS portal (as applicable) before applying.
- Two-Step Application: Completing both Step I (NAPS/NATS) and Step II (Microsoft Forms) is mandatory. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- One Application Only: A candidate can apply for only one trade/discipline. Multiple applications will be summarily rejected.
- Location Choice (Code 108): If applying for Code 108, choose only one location (Panipat or New Delhi). Applying for both locations leads to rejection.
- No Written Test: Selection is purely merit-based on academic marks. No examination will be conducted.
- Communication: Keep your email ID and mobile number active, as all communication will be through these channels.