Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has officially released a major recruitment notification for 394 Apprentice posts under its Pipelines Division. This recruitment is conducted under The Apprentices Act, 1961 and offers a golden opportunity for Diploma holders, Graduates, and 12th pass candidates across India.
The best part?
👉 No written exam
👉 No interview
👉 Selection purely on merit
Region-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Division | Pipelines Division |
| Advertisement No. | PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2025)-2 (Supp.) |
| Total Vacancies | 394 |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Selection Mode | Merit Based |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 10 February 2026 |
Trades & Posts Available
Technician Apprentice
- Mechanical
- Electrical
- Telecommunication & Instrumentation
Trade Apprentice
- Assistant – Human Resource
- Accountant
Data Entry Roles
- Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices)
- Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders)
Educational Qualification
Eligibility varies by trade:
- Diploma (Relevant Engineering Branch) → Technician Apprentice
- Any Bachelor’s Degree → Assistant HR
- B.Com Degree → Accountant
- 12th Pass (Below Graduate) → Data Entry Operator
- Skill Certificate required → Domestic Data Entry Operator
Candidates holding or pursuing BE/BTech/MBA/MCA/CA or equivalent higher qualifications are NOT eligible.
Age Limit (As on 31-01-2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST → 5 Years
- OBC (NCL) → 3 Years
- PwBD → Up to 10 Years
Stipend Details
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act and Government of India norms.
❌ No accommodation
❌ No HRA
❌ No medical or travel allowance
Selection Process (Very Important)
- Selection is purely based on merit
- Merit list prepared using percentage of marks in qualification
Tie-breaking rules:
- Older candidate preferred
- Higher Class 10 marks considered
- No written test
- No interview
Application Process (2-Step Mandatory)
Step 1: Register on Government Portal
- Trade & Data Entry Apprentices → apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (NAPS)
- Diploma / Graduate Apprentices → nats.education.gov.in (NATS)
Step 2: Apply on IOCL Portal
👉 https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/
Use same email ID and mobile number on all portals.
Important Dates : & Notification Important Links
| Application Start | 28 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Cut-off Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Official Notification: | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link for Technician Apprentices Posts: | Click Here |
| Registration Link: | Click Here |
| Official Website: | Click Here |
| Join Our Telegram | Click Here |
Common Reasons for Rejection
- Applying for more than one trade
- Incorrect percentage / CGPA proof missing
- Higher qualification completed or pursuing
- Result awaited candidates
- More than 1 year job experience
- Qualification completed over 5 years ago
Conclusion:
Completion of apprenticeship does not guarantee a permanent job in IOCL. However, IOCL apprenticeship experience adds strong value for PSU, government, and private sector opportunities.
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IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is one of the best PSU opportunities for freshers — No exam, no interview, only merit. Apply early and avoid last-minute mistakes.
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