IOCL Panipat Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex, has released Advertisement No. PR/P/Apprentice/59 (2025-26) for engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973. A total of 637 Apprentice vacancies are available across various trades and disciplines. The online application process starts from 7th February 2026 and the last date to apply online through NAPS/NATS portal and Google Form is 20th February 2026. Selection will be based on merit of qualifying examination marks, followed by document verification and medical fitness.
| Organisation | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Unit | Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Various Trades) |
| Total Vacancy | 637 |
| Starting Date of Application | 07 February 2026 |
| Ending Date of Application | 20 February 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18–24 Years (as on 31 January 2026) |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must possess Class XII / ITI / Diploma / Graduation in relevant trade or discipline from a recognized Board/University/Institute with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/PwBD for reserved seats). |
| Trade-wise Qualification | Specific educational qualifications vary by trade such as B.Sc (PCM), ITI (Fitter), Diploma in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation), B.A/B.Sc/B.Com, Class XII pass with or without Skill Certificate. |
| Apprenticeship Status | Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training in the same trade are not eligible. Preference will be given to first-time apprentices. |
| Age Relaxation | Upper age relaxation applicable for SC/OBC(NCL)/PwBD candidates as per Government norms. |
| Nationality | Indian Citizens only. |
| Written Examination | No written examination will be conducted. |
| Selection Basis | Merit list based on percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed qualification. |
| Tie Breaking | Older candidate by date of birth will be preferred. If still tied, higher marks in Matriculation will be considered. |
| Post | Vacancy |
| Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 129 |
| Trade Apprentice – Fitter (Mechanical) | 143 |
| Technician Apprentice – Chemical | 107 |
| Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | 49 |
| Technician Apprentice – Electrical | 126 |
| Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | 39 |
| Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant (Panipat) | 3 |
| Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant (New Delhi) | 8 |
| Trade Apprentice – Accountant | 1 |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 25 |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder) | 7 |
| Total | 637 |
| Merit-Based Shortlisting | Candidates will be shortlisted based on marks obtained in qualifying examination. |
| Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification as per schedule. |
| Medical Examination | Final selection subject to being declared medically fit as per IOCL norms. |
| Final Selection | Offer of engagement issued after successful verification and medical fitness. |
| Stipend | As prescribed under Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and Apprentices Rules, 1992 (as amended) |
| All Candidates | No Application Fee |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| What is the starting date to apply for IOCL Panipat Apprentices Recruitment 2026? | The application process starts on 07 February 2026. |
| What is the last date to apply? | The last date to submit application is 20 February 2026. |
| How many vacancies are available? | A total of 637 Apprentice vacancies are announced. |
| Is there any written exam? | No, selection is purely based on merit of qualifying marks. |
| What is the age limit? | 18 to 24 years as on 31 January 2026, with age relaxation as per rules. |
