ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Out - Apply Online 3,047 Posts
An official recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. ONGC/APPR/1/2026) has been issued by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC), India’s leading energy company and a ‘Maharatna’ Central Public Sector Enterprise. It invites applications for 3,047 Apprentices at 24 work centres under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Trade, Diploma, and Graduate Apprentices are covered by this recruitment in the Northern, Mumbai, Western, Eastern, Southern, and Central sectors. Eligible candidates with qualifications of 10th, 12th, ITI, Diploma, or Degree can apply through the official apprenticeship portals (NAPS / NATS). Online application forms can be submitted from 29 October 2026 to 20 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 29 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 29 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 20 November 2026 |
| Declaration of Result / Merit List | 15 December 2026 |
| Document Verification Schedule | To be notified soon |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
| Payment Mode | No application fee is required to be paid by any candidate for this apprentice engagement. |
Age Limit (as on 29.11.2026)
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 Years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age Limit | 24 Years |
| Candidate Date of Birth should be between 29.11.2002 and 29.11.2008. | |
| Age Relaxation | SC / ST Candidates: 05 Years (Up to 29 Years) OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 03 Years (Up to 27 Years) PwBD Candidates: 10 to 15 Years as per Government norms. |
Monthly Stipend & Duration
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs. 12,300/- per month |
|---|---|
| Diploma Apprentice (3 Years) | Rs. 10,900/- per month |
| Trade Apprentice (2-Year ITI) | Rs. 10,560/- per month |
| Trade Apprentice (1-Year ITI) | Rs. 9,600/- per month |
| Trade Apprentice (10th / 12th Pass) | Rs. 8,200/- per month |
| Training Duration | 12 Months (01 Year) for all trades. |
ONGC Apprentice Vacancy 2026: Total 3047 Posts
| Engineering Disciplines | Degree (B.E. / B.Tech) in Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechanical, or Computer Science from an AICTE / UGC recognized institution. |
|---|---|
| Accounts Executive | Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in Commerce (B.Com). |
| Petroleum Executive | Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) with Geology as one of the subjects. |
| Store Keeper | Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any stream. |
- A regular three years Diploma in Engineering from a recognized Board / University is required in the respective discipline: Civil, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Computer Science.
| ITI Trades | Passed ITI in the relevant trade (COPA, Electrician, Fitter, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, Diesel Mechanic, RAC Mechanic, Welder, Draughtsman Civil, Electronics Mechanic, Surveyor, Steno English, etc.) recognized by NCVT / SCVT. |
|---|---|
| Library Assistant | Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) examination. |
| Fire Safety Technician | Passed 12th Class OR ITI (Two years course after Class 10th). |
| Executive (HR / Finance) | B.B.A. degree (for HR) / B.Com (for Finance). |
| Lab Chemist / Analyst | B.Sc. degree with Chemistry. |
| Secretarial Office Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any discipline. |
| Western Sector (Total | 1,166 Seats): Ankleshwar (392), Ahmedabad (331), Mehsana (301), Vadodara (78), Cambay (64) |
|---|---|
| Eastern Sector (Total | 674 Seats): Nazira & Sivasagar (466), Jorhat (135), Silchar (73) |
| Mumbai Sector (Total | 482 Seats): Mumbai (200), Hazira (138), Uran (69), Goa (25), Nhava (25), Panvel (25) |
| Southern Sector (Total | 269 Seats): Karaikal (98), Kakinada (76), Rajahmundry (53), Chennai (40) |
| Central Sector (Total | 267 Seats): Agartala (200), Kolkata (34), Bokaro (33) |
| Northern Sector (Total | 191 Seats): Dehradun (138), Delhi (28), OVL Delhi (20), Jodhpur (5) |
| Grand Total | 3,047 Seats |
How to Apply Online for ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Verify Domicile & Work Centre Eligibility: Candidates must check the notification’s Annexure-1 before applying. Their district of residence / qualification must fall within the operational area covered by their chosen ONGC work centre.
- Register on the Portal: For Trade / NAPS Trades, use apprenticeshipindia.gov.in to register as a candidate on the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal. For Diploma & Graduate / NATS Trades, use nats.education.gov.in to register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal.
- Profile Update: On the respective national portal, update all details covering personal information, education, category, and Aadhaar verification.
- Find the Establishment & Apply: Look up “Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited” as the establishment. Apply for the specific trade/discipline at only ONE work centre.
- Confirm that your application was submitted and obtain confirmation through the ONGC Apprenticeship portal at ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in.
- Wherever requested, upload the required documents, certificates, and photographs as scanned copies.
- Complete application submission before 20 November 2026, the closing date.
- Print a clear copy of your submitted application registration form. Keep it for future reference during document verification.
Important Links
- Official Website
- apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Apply Online (NATS Portal - Diploma / Graduate)
- ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in
- Apply Online (NAPS Portal - Trade Apprentices)
- Download Notification PDF (Advt. ONGC/APPR/1/2026)
Before Applying
Before you submit your 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 ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Notification Release Date: 29 October 2026; Online Application Start Date: 29 October 2026; Last Date for Online Application: 20 November 2026; Declaration of Result / Merit List: 15 December 2026.
What is the application fee for ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 0/- (Nil); SC / ST / PwBD / Female: Rs. 0/- (Nil); Payment Mode: No application fee is required to be paid by any candidate for this apprentice engagement.
What is the age limit for ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years; Maximum Age Limit: 24 Years.
What is the official website for ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The official website is ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.