IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 OUT - Apply Online 500 Technician Apprentice, Trade Apprentice and More Posts
An official notification for recruitment, Advt. No. PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2026), has been released by Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Pipelines Division). It covers the engagement of 500 Apprentices for Technical and Non-Technical trades in the Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and South Eastern Pipeline Regions. The posts include Data Entry Operator (DEO), Trade Apprentice (Assistant-HR, Accountant), and Technician Apprentice (Mechanical, Electrical, Telecommunication & Instrumentation). Applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation/B.Com), ITI/Diploma in Engineering, or 12th Pass qualification can apply online through NATS/NAPS and the IOCL Pipelines portal. Applications run from 06 November 2026 until 05 December 2026. Selection depends purely on merit, with no interview or written test.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 06 November 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 06 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 05 December 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age & Qualification | 30 November 2026 |
| Written Test / Interview | No Exam (Selection purely on Merit Basis) |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Exempted) |
| PwBD / Female Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Exempted) |
| Payment Mode | No application fee is required to be paid by any category of candidates. |
Age Limit (as on 30.11.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Candidates’ dates of birth should fall between 30.11.2002 and 30.11.2008.
- Under Government of India guidelines, age relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (NCL). PwBD candidates get relaxation of up to 10 years.
Stipend & Training Details
| Duration of Apprenticeship | 12 Months (1 Year) from date of engagement. |
|---|---|
| Stipend | As prescribed under The Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules 1992/2019 and IOCL guidelines. |
| No additional allowances such as accommodation, HRA, conveyance, or medical facilities will be provided during training. | |
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Vacancy 2026: Total 500 Posts
- A Full-time, 3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering is required, with minimum marks of 50% (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). Lateral Entry after Class-XII Sc / ITI is also accepted.
- A Full-time, 3-Year Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering is required, with minimum marks of 50% (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). Lateral Entry after Class-XII Sc / ITI is also accepted.
- A Full-time, 3-Year Diploma (or Lateral Entry) is required in Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics & Radio Communication / Instrumentation & Control / Instrumentation & Process Control / Electronics Engineering. Marks required: Min 50%, with 45% for SC/ST/PwBD.
- A Government-recognized Institute / University must award the Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation in any stream). Minimum marks required are 50%, or 45% for SC/ST/PwBD.
- A Government-recognized Institute / University must award the Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com). Minimum marks required are 50%, or 45% for SC/ST/PwBD.
- Candidates must be below Graduate and have at least 12th Pass (Intermediate) from a recognized Board.
- Candidates must be below Graduate, with at least 12th Pass. They must also hold a valid Skill Certificate for ‘Domestic Data Entry Operator’, with training under 1 year and recognition under NSQF or Central Govt.
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice 2026: Region & State-Wise Vacancy Breakup
| Region Name | State Name | Tentative Locations | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Region Pipelines (ERPL) (Total: 116 Posts) | Assam | Bongaigaon, Guwahati | 13 |
| Bihar | Barauni, Motihari, Muzaffarpur, Patna | 25 | |
| Jharkhand | Jassisdih | 03 | |
| Uttar Pradesh | Baitalpur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mughalsarai, Prayagraj | 30 | |
| West Bengal | Asansol, Bolpur, Budge Budge, Durgapur, Haldia, Siliguri, Kolkata, etc. | 45 | |
| Western Region Pipelines (WRPL) (Total: 149 Posts) | Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Dumad, Hazira, Jamnagar, Kandla, Koyali, Mundra, Rajkot, etc. | 83 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Ratlam | 05 | |
| Maharashtra | Ahmednagar, Manmad, Solapur | 13 | |
| Rajasthan | Abu Road, Beawar, Chaksu, Chittorgarh, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kot, Rajola | 48 | |
| Northern Region Pipelines (NRPL) (Total: 110 Posts) | Delhi | New Delhi | 13 |
| Haryana | Ambala, Kohand, Panipat, Rewari | 29 | |
| Himachal Pradesh | Una | 05 | |
| Punjab | Bhatinda, Jalandhar, Nabha, Sangrur | 21 | |
| Rajasthan | Bharatpur | 05 | |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Mathura, Meerut, Najibabad, Noida | 32 | |
| Uttarakhand | Roorkee | 05 | |
| Southern Region Pipelines (SRPL) (Total: 46 Posts) | Andhra Pradesh | Chittoor | 03 |
| Karnataka | Bangalore | 05 | |
| Tamil Nadu | Asanur, Chengelpet, Chennai, Madurai, Ramanathapuram, Sankari, Trichy | 38 | |
| South Eastern Region (SERPL) (Total: 79 Posts) | Andhra Pradesh | Atchutapuram, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Vizag | 14 |
| Chhattisgarh | Korba, Raipur | 08 | |
| Jharkhand | Khunti | 03 | |
| Odisha | Balasore, Bhubaneswar, Brahmapur, Jatni, Jharsuguda, Paradip, Sambalpur | 49 | |
| Telangana | Hyderabad | 05 | |
| Total Number of Seats Across All Regions | 500 | ||
How to Apply Online for IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Step 1 (Required Portal Registration): Candidates must first complete registration on the government apprenticeship portal for their trade. Data Entry Operator trades use apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (NAPS Portal). Technician (Diploma) & Graduate (HR/Accountant) trades use nats.education.gov.in (NATS Portal).
- Step 2 (Application to IOCL Establishment): Access your NAPS/NATS profile to apply for the IOCL apprenticeship opening. Use the respective region’s Establishment ID (e.g., ERPL: EWBKOC000079 / E11181900005; WRPL: WGJRAC000006 / E11182400087; NRPL: NHRPPC000001 / E12180600006; SRPL: STNCHC000040 / E12183300008; SERPL: EORBBSC000001 / E02252100002).
- Step 3 (Application on IOCL Portal): Once you have applied through NAPS/NATS, visit plapps.indianoilpipelines.in, the official recruitment portal of IOCL.
- Step 4 (Registration in Part-I): Choose Part-I Registration and enter basic details: Name, DOB, Category, Mobile and Email. Create a password to generate your Registration Number.
- Step 5 (Login for Part-II): Access Part-II Registration by logging in with your Password and Registration Number.
- Step 6 (Provide Details): Fill in your educational qualifications carefully, along with your marks percentage and registration/enrolment number for NAPS/NATS.
- Step 7 (Document Upload): Upload a scanned color photograph in JPG, sized 20 to 50 KB. Also upload your black ink signature in JPG, sized 10 to 30 KB.
- Step 8: Verify all details carefully, then submit the final application. Changes cannot be made afterwards. Candidates can apply for one trade code ONLY.
- Step 9: Print the finalized application form after downloading it. Keep it safely with your registration details for document verification.
Important Links
Before Applying
Before you submit the online application, check the official notification for full details on eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules and other terms.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Notification Release Date: 06 November 2026; Online Application Start Date: 06 November 2026; Last Date for Online Application: 05 December 2026; Cut-off Date for Age & Qualification: 30 November 2026.
What is the application fee for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
General / OBC / EWS Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil); SC / ST Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Exempted); PwBD / Female Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Exempted).
What is the official website for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The official website is www.iocl.com.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.