IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division – Western Region has released a notification for engagement of Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The recruitment is for various locations across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli. Online application starts from 15 January 2026 and the last date to apply is 31 January 2026.
| Organisation | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Post Name | Trade / Technician / Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Vacancy | 405 |
| Starting Date of Application | 15 January 2026 |
| Ending Date of Application | 31 January 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18–24 Years |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 3 years full-time Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation / Civil / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics Engineering with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Matriculation with full-time 2 years ITI in relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist) recognized by NCVT/SCVT. |
| Graduate Apprentice | Full-time Graduate degree (BA/BCom/BSc/BBA) in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). |
| Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | Class 12th pass (below graduate level) with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). |
| Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder) | Class 12th pass with valid Skill Certificate of Domestic Data Entry Operator issued by a recognized authority. |
| Mode of Study | Only full-time regular courses are eligible. Distance/Correspondence/Part-time qualifications are not eligible. |
| Age Criteria | Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years as on 31.12.2025. Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD as per Government norms. |
| Post | Vacancy |
| Maharashtra | 179 |
| Gujarat | 69 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 69 |
| Goa | 22 |
| Chhattisgarh | 22 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 22 |
| Daman & Diu | 22 |
| Total | 405 |
| Portal Registration | Candidates must register on NAPS/NATS portal and apply against IOCL Western Region vacancies. |
| Merit List Preparation | Merit list will be prepared based on percentage of marks in essential qualification. |
| Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification. |
| Medical Examination | Candidates must clear IOCL pre-engagement medical fitness test. |
| Final Engagement | Offer of apprenticeship will be issued after successful document verification and medical fitness. |
| Stipend | Stipend will be paid as per Apprentices Act, 1961 / Apprentices Rules, as amended from time to time. |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| What is the starting date to apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26? | Starting Date to apply is 15 January 2026. |
| What is the last date to apply? | Last date to apply is 31 January 2026. |
| What is the selection process? | Selection is based on merit of educational qualification, followed by document verification and medical test. |
| Is there any application fee? | No, there is no application fee for any category. |
| Is there any job guarantee after apprenticeship? | No, IOCL does not guarantee employment after completion of apprenticeship. |
