📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Bongaigaon Refinery
- Advertisement No.: BGR/Appr/2026/04
- Total Vacancies: 58 (Tentative)
- Post Names: Trade Apprentice (Attendant Operator & Boiler) and Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation)
- Employment Nature: Apprenticeship (Contractual under Apprentices Act, 1961/1973)
- Application Mode: Online – NAPS/NATS Registration + Microsoft Form
- Application Dates: 28.09.2026 (10:00 AM) to 18.10.2026 (5:00 PM)
- Selection Process: Merit-based (Percentage of Marks), No Written Test
- Application Fee: Not Stated
- Official Website: www.iocl.com
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 30.09.2026) | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 36 | 18-24 years | Stipend as per Apprentices Act |
| Trade Apprentice (Boiler) | 14 | 18-24 years | Stipend as per Apprentices Act |
| Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | 8 | 18-24 years | Stipend as per Apprentices Act |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- For Trade Apprentice (Codes 101 & 103): 3-year B.Sc (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry) with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates for reserved seats).
- For Technician Apprentice (Code 107): 3-year Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering or related disciplines with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates for reserved seats).
- Candidates must have passed qualifications by 30.09.2026; no part-time or distance qualifications eligible.
- Higher qualifications like BE/B.Tech, MBA, etc., disqualify candidates.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
Selection is purely merit-based on the percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification, in descending order. No written test is conducted. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and pre-engagement medical examination. No TA/DA will be paid for travel except for SC/ST/PwBD candidates for document verification as per government rules.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation Certificate as proof of date of birth.
- All mark sheets and certificates of B.Sc or Diploma.
- Category certificates in prescribed format (if applicable).
- Print of NATS/NAPS registration.
- Affidavit (Annexure–A) for eligibility confirmation.
- One recent passport-size photograph and valid photo ID proof.
- Medical fitness certificate as per apprenticeship guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the last date to apply for IOCL Bongaigaon Apprentice Recruitment? The last date for online application is 18.10.2026 (5:00 PM).
- What is the application mode for IOCL Bongaigaon Apprentice? Application is online through NAPS/NATS portal and Microsoft Form on www.iocl.com.
- Is there an application fee for IOCL Bongaigaon Apprentice Recruitment? The application fee is not specified in the notification.
- What is the contract duration for apprenticeships? 12 months for Codes 101 and 107, and 24 months for Code 103.
- What is the salary or stipend for apprentices? Stipend is as per the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, and corporation guidelines; the exact amount is not stated.
- Will there be a written test? No, selection is purely merit-based on marks in the qualification.