Indian Oil Corporation Limited has opened a fresh apprenticeship recruitment for 500 opportunities in its Pipelines Division across Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern and South Eastern regions. The official advertisement is dated 6 November 2026, and eligible candidates can complete the required apprenticeship-portal registration and IOCL Pipelines application from 6 November to 5 December 2026. The largest regional allocation is in Western Region Pipelines with 149 opportunities, followed by Eastern Region Pipelines with 116, Northern Region Pipelines with 110, South Eastern Region Pipelines with 79 and Southern Region Pipelines with 46.
The intake covers Technician Apprentices in Mechanical, Electrical and Telecommunication & Instrumentation, along with Trade Apprentice roles in Assistant-Human Resource and Accountant, plus Data Entry Operator categories. At a basic level, eligibility ranges from Class 12 and recognised skill certification to relevant diploma or graduate qualifications, depending on the trade. Candidates must be 18 to 24 years old as on 30 November 2026 before applicable relaxation. Selection is based on marks in the essential qualifying examination; IOCL has clearly stated that there will be no written test or personal interview. Apprenticeship training runs for 12 months, with stipend payable under the applicable Apprentices Act, Rules and company guidelines.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Division | Pipelines Division |
| Advertisement | PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2026) |
| Advertisement date | 6 November 2026 |
| Opportunity | Technician and Trade Apprentices |
| Total opportunities | 500 |
| Application mode | NATS/NAPS registration + IOCL Pipelines portal |
| Application start | 6 November 2026 |
| Last date | 5 December 2026 |
| Age cut-off | 30 November 2026 |
| Training period | 12 months |
| Selection | Qualifying-exam merit + document verification + medical fitness |
| Job/training locations | Multiple IOCL pipeline locations across India |
Region-wise Vacancy Details
| Pipeline region | Opportunities |
|---|---|
| Eastern Region Pipelines (ERPL) | 116 |
| Western Region Pipelines (WRPL) | 149 |
| Northern Region Pipelines (NRPL) | 110 |
| Southern Region Pipelines (SRPL) | 46 |
| South Eastern Region Pipelines (SERPL) | 79 |
| Total | 500 |
State-wise opportunities
| Region | State / UT | Opportunities |
|---|---|---|
| ERPL | Assam | 13 |
| ERPL | Bihar | 25 |
| ERPL | Jharkhand | 3 |
| ERPL | Uttar Pradesh | 30 |
| ERPL | West Bengal | 45 |
| WRPL | Gujarat | 83 |
| WRPL | Madhya Pradesh | 5 |
| WRPL | Maharashtra | 13 |
| WRPL | Rajasthan | 48 |
| NRPL | Delhi | 13 |
| NRPL | Haryana | 29 |
| NRPL | Himachal Pradesh | 5 |
| NRPL | Punjab | 21 |
| NRPL | Rajasthan | 5 |
| NRPL | Uttar Pradesh | 32 |
| NRPL | Uttarakhand | 5 |
| SRPL | Andhra Pradesh | 3 |
| SRPL | Karnataka | 5 |
| SRPL | Tamil Nadu | 38 |
| SERPL | Andhra Pradesh | 14 |
| SERPL | Chhattisgarh | 8 |
| SERPL | Jharkhand | 3 |
| SERPL | Odisha | 49 |
| SERPL | Telangana | 5 |
Apprentice Categories
The 500 opportunities are offered across these apprenticeship categories:
- Technician Apprentice — Mechanical
- Technician Apprentice — Electrical
- Technician Apprentice — Telecommunication & Instrumentation
- Trade Apprentice — Assistant-Human Resource
- Trade Apprentice — Accountant
- Data Entry Operator — Fresher Apprentice
- Domestic Data Entry Operator — Skill Certificate Holder
The official advertisement gives the regional/state total rather than a separate vacancy count for every trade.
Basic Eligibility
Qualification depends on the apprenticeship category.
- Technician Apprentice: relevant full-time engineering diploma in the notified discipline.
- Assistant-Human Resource: full-time bachelor’s degree.
- Accountant: full-time B.Com.
- Data Entry Operator (Fresher): Class 12 pass, below graduate level.
- Domestic Data Entry Operator: Class 12 pass plus the recognised Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate.
For Graduate/Diploma holders, the official notice requires the prescribed regular full-time qualification with at least 50% marks, relaxed to 45% for eligible SC/ST/PwBD candidates against reserved positions.
The candidate must already possess the prescribed qualification by the eligibility cut-off date. Candidates awaiting results are not eligible.
Age Limit
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 24 years |
| Age cut-off | 30 November 2026 |
| SC/ST relaxation | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL relaxation | 3 years |
| PwBD relaxation | 10 years, with additional category relaxation as applicable |
Check your age using the Regal Naukri Age Calculator with 30 November 2026 as the cut-off date.
Stipend
The official advertisement does not publish one fixed rupee amount for all 500 apprentices. Monthly stipend will be paid according to the Apprentices Act, applicable Apprentices Rules and IOCL guidelines.
Apart from the applicable monthly stipend, the notice states that accommodation, HRA, conveyance, medical facility and similar additional benefits are not admissible during apprenticeship.
Application Fee
The reviewed official advertisement does not state an application fee.
Selection Process
There is no written examination and no personal interview.
Selection proceeds through:
- Registration in the relevant NATS or NAPS portal.
- Application for the correct IOCL Pipelines apprenticeship opportunity.
- Preparation of trade-wise/discipline-wise merit based on the percentage of marks in the essential qualification.
- Tie-breaking by earlier date of birth, followed by higher Matriculation percentage if required.
- Document verification.
- Medical fitness before engagement.
Candidates with one year or more of post-qualification training/job experience are not eligible. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training are also excluded under the stated conditions.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official advertisement | 6 November 2026 |
| Online application opens | 6 November 2026 |
| Eligibility cut-off | 30 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 5 December 2026 |
| Document verification | To be notified to shortlisted candidates |
How to Apply for IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Read the official IOCL Pipelines apprenticeship advertisement and identify the correct trade and state.
- Use the Eligibility Pre-check as a preparation aid, then confirm the final condition from the advertisement.
- Check your age on 30 November 2026 with the Age Calculator.
- Prepare qualification, category, identity and apprenticeship-registration records using the Government Job Document Checklist.
- Register on the NATS portal for Technician Apprentice and the notified graduate trade categories, or on the NAPS portal for the applicable trade/data-entry category.
- Apply for the correct Indian Oil Corporation Limited Pipelines Division opportunity for your region/state in the apprenticeship portal.
- After completing the NATS/NAPS opportunity application, open the IOCL Pipelines application portal.
- Complete Part I registration, note the registration number, then log in again for Part II.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and qualification details carefully.
- Use the same email ID and mobile number used for your NATS/NAPS registration.
- Complete the IOCL Pipelines application by 5 December 2026 and save a printout of the final form.
- For a broader application workflow, see the How to Apply for Government Jobs guide.
Documents Required
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Class 10 certificate/marksheet | Date-of-birth proof |
| Class 12 record, where applicable | DEO eligibility |
| Diploma certificate/marksheets | Technician Apprentice eligibility |
| Bachelor’s/B.Com certificate | Graduate trade eligibility |
| Skill certificate | Domestic DEO eligibility |
| NATS / NAPS registration details | Mandatory apprenticeship workflow |
| SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS certificate, where applicable | Reservation/relaxation |
| PwBD certificate, where applicable | PwBD claim |
| Photograph and signature | IOCL online application |
| Original certificates | Document verification |
Important Candidate Notes
- The advertisement is for 500 apprenticeship opportunities, not regular permanent posts.
- Candidates must apply through the appropriate NATS/NAPS route first and then complete the IOCL Pipelines application.
- Higher professional qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB, MCA or equivalent can make a candidate ineligible for the notified apprenticeship categories where the advertisement expressly excludes them.
- Candidates with one year or more of post-qualification work/training experience are not eligible.
- Candidates who completed the prescribed qualification more than five years before the eligibility cut-off are also not eligible under the stated rule.
- Selection is purely merit-based; there is no written test or interview.
- Final engagement is subject to document verification and medical fitness.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official IOCL Pipelines notification | Open Official Notification |
| IOCL Pipelines application portal | Open IOCL Pipelines Portal |
| NATS registration | Open NATS Portal |
| NAPS registration | Open Apprenticeship India Portal |
| Age check | Open Age Calculator |
| Eligibility preparation | Open Eligibility Pre-check |
| Document preparation | Open Government Job Document Checklist |
FAQ
How many apprentice opportunities are available in IOCL Pipelines Recruitment 2026?
The official Pipelines Division advertisement provides 500 apprenticeship opportunities across five pipeline regions.
What is the application period?
Applications are open from 6 November to 5 December 2026.
What is the age limit?
Candidates must generally be 18 to 24 years old as on 30 November 2026, before applicable relaxation.
What qualifications are accepted?
The recruitment includes relevant engineering diplomas, bachelor’s degree, B.Com, Class 12 and Class 12 plus a recognised data-entry skill certificate depending on the apprenticeship category.
Is there a written examination?
No. IOCL has stated that there will be no written test and no personal interview.
How are candidates selected?
A merit list is prepared from marks in the essential qualifying examination, followed by document verification and medical fitness.
How long is the apprenticeship?
The training period is 12 months from the date of engagement.
Is there an application fee?
The reviewed official advertisement does not state an application fee.