PSUAll IndiaChecked 14 Jul 2026

IOCL Trade & Technician Apprentice – Bongaigaon, Gujarat, Mathura, Paradip Refineries Recruitment 2026

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Apprentice 2026 engagement for 1,524 Trade and Technician Apprentices across four refinery units: Bongaigaon Refinery (144), Gujarat Refinery (647), Mathura Refinery (151), and Paradip Refinery (582). Under the Apprentices Act 1961 via NAPS/NATS portal. India's largest oil refining PSU — excellent industrial training with monthly stipend.

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Recruitment Summary

Organization
IOCL
Post Name
Trade & Technician Apprentice – Bongaigaon, Gujarat, Mathura, Paradip Refineries
Total Vacancies
1,524
Qualification
ITI (Trade Apprentice) or Diploma in Engineering (Technician Apprentice). Age 18–24 years.
Last Date
28-07-2026
Location
All India
Age Limit
18 to 24 years as on last date. Relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10 years.
Salary / Pay
Monthly stipend as per Apprentices Act rates. Technician Apprentice (Diploma holders): Rs. 8,000–11,000/month approximately. Trade Apprentice (ITI): Rs. 7,000–9,000/month approximately.
Application Fee
Nil.

Vacancy Details

PostVacancies
Apprentice – Bongaigaon Refinery144
Apprentice – Gujarat Refinery647
Apprentice – Mathura Refinery151
Apprentice – Paradip Refinery582

Selection Process

  1. 1Application via NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) / NATS portal
  2. 2Merit-based selection on qualifying marks
  3. 3Document Verification at respective refinery

How to Apply

  1. 1.Register on the NAPS portal at naps.gov.in (for Trade Apprentice) or NATS at nats.education.gov.in (for Technician Apprentice).
  2. 2.Apply to IOCL Refinery-specific advertisement for your preferred refinery location.
  3. 3.Submit before 28 July 2026 at 5 PM.

Important Notes

  • Application is through the NAPS/NATS government portal — not directly on IOCL website. Register there first.
  • Apprenticeship is not a permanent government job. However, it provides IOCL industrial experience and improves candidature for IOCL permanent recruitment.