Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Bongaigaon Refinery has released the notification for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 for the year 2026. Eligible candidates who have passed the prescribed qualifications such as B.Sc or Diploma in Engineering can apply for various trades including Trade Apprentice and Technician Apprentice. Candidates must register on the NAPS or NATS portal and then submit additional details through the online Microsoft form provided by IOCL. The application process begins on 28.09.2026 and the last date to submit online applications is 18.10.2026. There is no written test; selections will be based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examinations and preference will be given to first-time apprentices. Read the official notification carefully before applying.
Important Dates
| Label | Date |
|---|---|
| DATE OF OPENING OF ONLINE APPLICATION IN NAPS/NATS PORTAL AND IOCL PORTAL AND FILLING MICROSOF FORMS | 28.09.2026 (10.00 Hrs) |
| LAST DATE OF SUBMISSION OF ONLINE APPLICATION IN NAPS/NATS PORTAL AND IOCL PORTAL AND FILLING MICROSOFT FORMS | 18.10.2026 (17.00 Hrs) |
| TENTATIVE DATE OF PUBLICATION OF LIST OF CANDIDATES CALLED FOR DOCUMENT VERIFICATION | 26.08.2026 |
| TENTATIVE DATE OF DOCUMENT VERIFICATION | 04th to 06th November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Count |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice - Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) Discipline - Chemical | 36 |
| Trade Apprentice (Boiler) Discipline - Mechanical | 14 |
| Technician Apprentice Discipline - Instrumentation | 8 |
Eligibility
- 3 years B.Sc (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry)
- 3 years B Sc. (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry)
- 3 years Diploma in Instrumentation Engg/Instrumentation & Electronics/Instrumentation & Control Engg, / Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
- Minimum 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST and PwBD category candidates for reserved seats)
Age Limit
Minimum 18 years and maximum age shall be 24 years as on 30.09.2026 for General/EWS candidates. Relaxation of upper age limit to SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD candidates shall be extended as per Govt. guidelines.
Salary
As prescribed under Apprentices Act, 1961/1973/ Apprentices Rules 1992 (as amended) and Corporation's guidelines.
Selection Process
- No Written Test
- Selection based on percentage of marks in descending order obtained in the prescribed qualification
- Preference given to candidates applying for apprenticeship training for the first time
- Document Verification
How to Apply
- Register on NAPS portal (https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/) for Codes 101 & 103, or NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) for Code 107.
- Apply for the apprenticeship opportunities with the respective Establishment ID of Bongaigaon Refinery (EASCHC000001 for NATS, E07191800001 for NAPS).
- Submit additional details mandatorily via Microsoft forms available through the link at www.iocl.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for IOCL Bongaigaon Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit online applications is 18.10.2026 up to 17.00 hours.
What is the age limit for General/EWS candidates?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 24 years as on 30.09.2026.
Is there any written test for selection?
No, there is no written test. Selection is based on the percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed qualification.
What is the total number of vacancies notified?
There are a total of 58 vacancies available for apprenticeship training.
Details are compiled from official notices. Always confirm eligibility, dates and fees on the official website before applying. Jankari Portal never charges any fee.