Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division, Northern Region has released Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1 for engagement of Technician, Trade, Graduate and Data Entry Operator Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 433 apprentice seats are available across Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Online applications can be submitted from 07 August 2026 (10:00 AM) to 06 September 2026 (5:00 PM).
IOCL NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division, Northern Region |
| Advertisement Number | IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1 |
| Post Names | Technician Apprentice, Trade (ITI) Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice, Data Entry Operator Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 433 |
| Locations | Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand |
| Application Mode | Online via NAPS/NATS portal + mandatory Microsoft Office Form |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Merit list based on qualifying marks; no written test or interview |
| Training Period | 12 months |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 07 August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for Microsoft Form Submission | 06 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
This information has not yet been confirmed by the official authority: the exact date of merit list release and document verification schedule. Candidates should watch the official notice board on the IOCL careers page for updates.
Vacancy Details
IOCL has notified 433 provisional apprentice seats spread across 14 discipline codes, covering Technician Apprentice (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics), Trade Apprentice (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, Data Entry Operator) and Graduate Apprentice categories.
This detail is not mentioned in the official notification excerpt available for this article: the exact state-wise and category-wise (UR/EWS/SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) break-up of the 433 seats. Candidates must check the discipline-wise and location-wise vacancy annexure in the official detailed advertisement before applying.
Educational Qualification
- Trade Apprentice: Class X pass with a relevant 2-year ITI trade certificate.
- Technician Apprentice: 3-year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline.
- Graduate Apprentice: Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
The qualification must be obtained through a regular full-time course from a recognised University/Institute. Candidates with part-time, correspondence or distance-learning qualifications are not eligible. Discipline-wise eligibility conditions may differ; refer to the official notification for the exact requirement against each discipline code.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The eligibility conditions, including age, must be satisfied as on the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 18 to 24 years (no relaxation) |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 years relaxation (up to 15 years for SC/ST-PwBD and 13 years for OBC-NCL-PwBD) |
Candidates should verify the exact age cut-off date from the official notification, as this determines the actual date of birth eligibility.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for this recruitment for any category, including General, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, PwBD and Female candidates.
Stipend
Apprentices will be paid a stipend as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and the Apprentices Rules, 1992. In addition, IOCL (Marketing Division), Northern Region will pay ₹2,500 per month towards miscellaneous expenses. Up to ₹3,000 will be reimbursed towards pre-engagement medical test expenses on production of receipts.
Selection Process
- Merit list prepared on the basis of percentage of marks scored in the prescribed qualifying examination.
- No written examination and no interview.
- Shortlisted candidates called for Document Verification.
- Pre-engagement Medical Fitness Test for shortlisted candidates.
- Preference given to candidates applying for apprenticeship training for the first time.
Documents Required
- Matriculation (Class X) mark sheet and certificate
- Relevant ITI/Diploma/Graduation mark sheets and certificates
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), where applicable
- PwBD certificate, where applicable
- Proof of date of birth
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Any other document specified in the official notification
Original documents along with self-attested photocopies must be furnished at the time of document verification.
How to Apply – Step by Step
- Visit the official IOCL careers/apprenticeship page.
- Register and apply on the applicable portal: NAPS for Trade Apprentice posts, NATS for Technician and Graduate Apprentice posts.
- Fill in personal, academic and category details accurately.
- Upload the required documents in the specified format and size.
- After successful NAPS/NATS registration, submit the additional details, including preferred State and three preferred locations, through the official IOCL Microsoft Office Form.
- Applications without both the NAPS/NATS registration and the Microsoft Form submission will not be considered.
- Save the acknowledgment and registration details for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Candidates can apply for only one discipline code.
- Both NAPS/NATS registration and Microsoft Form submission are mandatory; incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Read the detailed official notification carefully before applying, especially the discipline-wise, state-wise and category-wise vacancy annexure.
- Beware of fake recruitment websites, unofficial job portals and agents demanding money in the name of IOCL apprentice selection. IOCL does not charge any application or selection fee.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application and acknowledgment safely until the selection process is complete.
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying for more than one discipline code.
- Registering only on NAPS/NATS and skipping the mandatory Microsoft Form, or vice versa.
- Uploading unclear or incorrectly sized documents.
- Submitting the application after the closing time of 5:00 PM on 06 September 2026.
- Entering incorrect category or date of birth details that do not match certificates.
Official Notification and Application Links
IOCL Official Apprenticeship Notification Page
Conclusion
The IOCL Marketing Division NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 433 apprentice seats across Northern Region states for Technician, Trade, Graduate and Data Entry Operator candidates. Eligible applicants should read the detailed official notification, complete both NAPS/NATS registration and the Microsoft Form before 06 September 2026, 5:00 PM, and regularly check the official IOCL careers page for merit list and document verification updates.
