IOCL Apprentice 2025: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has announced a golden opportunity for aspiring candidates through its Apprentice Recruitment 2025. With 1770 vacancies across various trades and refineries, this recruitment drive offers a promising path to gain hands-on experience in one of India’s largest public sector enterprises. Whether you’re a diploma holder, ITI graduate, or a science graduate, IOCL has diverse openings for Technician and Trade Apprentices. The best part? No written exam, an attractive monthly stipend up to ₹30,000, and a simple online application process. Don’t miss your chance to kickstart a career with a prestigious Maharatna company!
Recruitment Authority Name
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
IOCL, a leading public sector enterprise, has released a notification for the recruitment of apprentices under its Refineries Division across various locations in India.
Posts Name
Technician Apprentice and Trade Apprentice
The recruitment includes both Technician and Trade Apprentices across different trades and disciplines.
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 1770
The positions are distributed across several IOCL refineries:
- Guwahati, Digboi, Bongaigaon (Assam): 309 posts
- Barauni (Bihar): 159 posts
- Gujarat (Vadodara): 313 posts
- Haldia (West Bengal): 208 posts
- Mathura (Uttar Pradesh): 179 posts
- Panipat (Haryana): 444 posts
- Paradip (Odisha): 158 posts
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the required qualifications for each trade:
- Trade Apprentice (Fitter): Matric with ITI (Fitter) – 2 years
- Trade Apprentice (Attendant Operator – Chemical Plant): B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Maths/Industrial Chemistry) – 3 years
- Trade Apprentice (Boiler): B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths – 3 years
- Technician Apprentice (Chemical): Diploma in Chemical Engineering/ Petrochemical/ Chemical Technology – 3 years
- Technician Apprentice (Mechanical): Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – 3 years
- Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation): Diploma in Instrumentation/ Instrumentation & Control/ Instrumentation & Electronics – 3 years
- Technician Apprentice (Electrical): Diploma in Electrical Engineering – 3 years
- Trade Apprentice (Secretarial Assistant & Accountant): Graduation in any discipline
Candidates should verify specific trade-wise qualifications before applying.
Age Limit
As on 31st May 2025:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per government norms.
Monthly Salary
Selected apprentices will receive a stipend of ₹25,000 to ₹30,000 per month, based on the specific trade and region. No additional allowances are applicable during the training period.
Selection Process
- Merit-Based Shortlisting: Selection is based on marks obtained in the qualifying educational examination relevant to the trade.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification.
- No written test or interview will be conducted.
Application Process
The application process is entirely online. Follow these steps:
- Pre-registration (as per trade):
- Trade Apprentice: Register at [apprenticeshipindia.gov.in]
- Technician Apprentice: Register at [nats.education.gov.in]
- Apply on IOCL’s official website:
- Visit [www.iocl.com]
- Go to “What’s New” > “Engagement of Apprentices under Refineries Division”
- Read the detailed advertisement
- Fill the online form carefully with accurate details
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Submit the application and download a copy for reference
Application Fees
There is no application fee for any category. The entire process is free of cost.
Last Date of Application
- Online Application Starts: 3rd May 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 2nd June 2025 (till 5:00 PM)
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |