IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division, Western Region, has invited applications for the engagement of Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentices across various locations in states including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, UT of Daman & Diu, and UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli. This initiative aims to provide skill-building opportunities under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973/1992.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates applying for Technician Apprentices must hold a regular 3-year diploma in the relevant engineering branch. Graduate Apprentices require a regular full-time graduation degree (BA, B.Com, B.Sc, or BBA). Trade Apprentices (ITI) need a Matriculation qualification along with a 2-year ITI course recognized by NCVT/SCVT in the respective trade. Data Entry Operator posts require Class 12th education, with specific skill certificates applicable for designated codes. A minimum of 50% marks in aggregate is generally required for General, EWS, and OBC-NCL candidates, while 45% is applicable for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Age Limit and Period of Training
The age of the candidate must be between 18 and 24 years as of 30.09.2026. Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories such as SC, ST, OBC-NCL, and PwBD as per government guidelines. The period of apprenticeship training is 12 months for all disciplines.
Selection Process
There will be no written test or interview for selection. The merit list will be prepared based on the percentage of marks secured by the candidates in their essential prescribed qualifications. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and must clear a pre-engagement medical fitness examination.
How to Apply
Candidates must register and apply online through the respective portals—NAPS for Trade Apprentices and NATS for Technician and Graduate Apprentices—using the official establishment IDs provided by IOCL. No other mode of application will be accepted.
Important Dates
| Label | Date |
|---|---|
| DATE OF OPENING OF ONLINE APPLICATION | 05.10.2026 FROM 10:00 AM ONWARDS |
| LAST DATE OF SUBMISSION OF ONLINE APPLICATION | 04.11.2026 UPTO 5 PM |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Count |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra - Technician Apprentice-Mechanical | 33 |
| Maharashtra - Trade Apprentice – Fitter | 8 |
| Maharashtra - Graduate Apprentice | 100 |
| Maharashtra - Trade apprentice - Data Entry Operator | 8 |
| Gujarat - Technician Apprentice-Mechanical | 17 |
| Gujarat - Trade Apprentice – Fitter | 8 |
| Gujarat - Graduate Apprentice | 29 |
| Gujarat - Trade apprentice - Data Entry Operator | 3 |
| Madhya Pradesh - Technician Apprentice-Mechanical | 17 |
| Madhya Pradesh - Trade Apprentice – Fitter | 8 |
| Madhya Pradesh - Graduate Apprentice | 29 |
| Madhya Pradesh - Trade apprentice - Data Entry Operator | 3 |
| Goa - Technician Apprentice-Mechanical | 8 |
| Goa - Trade Apprentice – Fitter | 4 |
| Goa - Graduate Apprentice | 4 |
| Goa - Trade apprentice - Data Entry Operator | 2 |
| Chhattisgarh - Technician Apprentice-Mechanical | 8 |
| Chhattisgarh - Trade Apprentice – Fitter | 4 |
| Chhattisgarh - Graduate Apprentice | 4 |
| Chhattisgarh - Trade apprentice - Data Entry Operator | 2 |
| Dadra Nagar & Haveli - Technician Apprentice-Mechanical | 8 |
| Dadra Nagar & Haveli - Trade Apprentice – Fitter | 4 |
| Dadra Nagar & Haveli - Graduate Apprentice | 4 |
| Dadra Nagar & Haveli - Trade apprentice - Data Entry Operator | 2 |
| Daman and Diu - Technician Apprentice-Mechanical | 8 |
| Daman and Diu - Trade Apprentice – Fitter | 4 |
| Daman and Diu - Graduate Apprentice | 4 |
| Daman and Diu - Trade apprentice - Data Entry Operator | 2 |
Eligibility
- 3 years regular full-time Diploma in relevant Engineering branch for Technician Apprentices.
- Regular full-time Graduate in any discipline for Graduate Apprentices.
- Matric with regular full-time 2-year ITI course recognized by NCVT/SCVT for Trade Apprentices.
- Class 12th (below graduate) for Data Entry Operator positions.
Age Limit
Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years as on 30.09.2026 with relaxations for reserved categories as per rules.
Salary
As prescribed under Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules 1992/2019/2025 as amended from time to time.
Selection Process
- Registration on NAPS/NATS portal and submission of online application.
- Preparation of a merit list based on the percentage of marks secured in the essential prescribed qualification.
- Document verification and Pre-engagement medical fitness test.
How to Apply
- Register online as an apprentice on the respective NAPS or NATS portals.
- Login to the NATS/NAPS portal using User ID/Email ID.
- Apply for the openings using the Establishment ID of Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division)-Western Region (NATS: WMHMCC000053, NAPS: E01172700332).
- Ensure the profile is 100% complete with all personal and educational details before final submission.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit online applications is 04.11.2026 up to 5:00 PM.
What is the age limit for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 and 24 years of age as on 30.09.2026, with applicable relaxations for reserved categories.
Is there any written test or interview for IOCL Apprentice selection?
No, there will be no written test or interview. Selection is based on a merit list prepared from marks scored in the essential qualification.
What are the establishment IDs for IOCL Western Region on NATS and NAPS portals?
The NATS establishment ID is WMHMCC000053 and the NAPS establishment ID is E01172700332.
What is the duration of the apprenticeship training at IOCL?
The period of apprenticeship training is 12 months.
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