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IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Eligibility, Vacancies, Application Process, and Key Dates

Written by: ARVIND KUMAR

Published: 2025-03-18

Basic Information

Organization Name	Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Description	Indian Oil Corporation Limited, a Fortune "Global 500" company, is one of the largest commercial undertakings in India. It is engaged in skill-building initiatives and proposes to engage apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Title	Notification for Engagement of Trade/Technician/Graduate Apprentice
Contact	Not explicitly mentioned in the document
Address	IndianOil Bhawan, 1, Sri Aurobindo Marg, Yusuf Sarai, New Delhi - 110016
Website	https://www.iocl.com/apprenticeships

Dates

Start Date for Online Application	18th March 2025
Last Date for Online Application	18th April 2025
Admit Card Release Date	Not Available
Written Exam Date	Not Available
Result Declaration Date	Not Available

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS	₹100
SC/ST/PwBD	₹0 (Exempted)
Female Candidates	₹0 (Exempted)

Eligiblity Critera

Criteria	Details
Nationality	Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
Age Limit	- Minimum Age: 18 years - Maximum Age: 24 years (as of 28th February 2025) - Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years OBC-NCL: 3 years PWD: 10 years (additional relaxation for SC/ST and OBC-NCL categories).
Educational Qualification	- Technician Apprentice (Mechanical): 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). - Technician Apprentice (Electrical): 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). - Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation): 3-year Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). - Trade Apprentice (Fitter/Electrician/Electronics Mechanic/Instrument Mechanic/Machinist): Matric with 2-year ITI in the relevant trade. - Graduate Apprentice: Full-time graduate in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). - Trade Apprentice (Data Entry Operator): Class 12th passed (below graduate). - Trade Apprentice (Data Entry Operator - Skill Certificate Holders): Class 12th passed with a Skill Certificate in 'Domestic Data Entry Operator' (training less than 1 year).
Other Requirements	- Candidates must have an Aadhaar-seeded bank account enabled for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). - Candidates with higher professional qualifications (e.g., B.E., MBA, MCA) are not eligible. - Candidates must not have prior apprenticeship experience or job experience of 1 year or more.

Post Details

Post Title	Technician, Graduate, and Trade Apprentice
Total Vacancies	Varies by state and discipline (e.g., Technician Apprentice - Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, etc.)
Stipend	- Graduate Apprentice: ₹4,500 (from BOAT) + additional amount from IOCL - Technician Apprentice: ₹4,000 (from BOAT) + additional amount from IOCL - Trade Apprentice: Full stipend from IOCL
Duration	12 months
Reservation	As per government norms, including horizontal reservation for PwBD candidates.
Important Note	Apprenticeship does not guarantee employment after completion.

Selection Process

Stage	Details
Merit List	- Merit list is prepared based on the percentage of marks secured in the prescribed qualification. - Tie-breaking criteria: 1. Candidate with an earlier date of birth (older in age). 2. Higher percentage of marks in matriculation.
Document Verification	- Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification. - Original documents along with self-attested copies must be presented.
Medical Examination	- Candidates must meet the pre-engagement medical fitness standards of IOCL. - Guidelines for medical fitness can be accessed on the official website.
Final Selection	- Candidates who successfully qualify the document verification and medical examination will be issued an engagement offer for apprenticeship training.

Exam Pattern

Exam Pattern

- Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test).
- Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Total Questions: 100.
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes).
- Marking Scheme: 1 mark per question, no negative marking.
- Sections:

Generic Aptitude and Reasoning
General English
Numerical Aptitude
General Knowledge/Awareness
Trade-Specific Subjects

Syllabus

Generic Aptitude and Reasoning: Logical reasoning, puzzles, and problem-solving.
General English: Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing skills.
Numerical Aptitude: Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data interpretation.
General Knowledge/Awareness: Current affairs, history, geography, and science.
Trade-Specific Subjects: Technical knowledge relevant to the applied discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, etc.).

How to Apply

Visit the respective portals based on your application:
- NAPS Portal for Trade Apprentice and Data Entry Operator.
- NATS Portal for Graduate and Technician Apprentice.
Register on the portal using a valid email ID and mobile number. Ensure your profile (personal details, educational qualifications, etc.) is complete and accurate.
Log in to the portal and apply for the relevant opportunity using the establishment details of Indian Oil Corporation Limited:
- NATS Portal Establishment ID: NDLSDC000005
- NAPS Portal Establishment ID: E05200700003
Prepare a consolidated PDF (maximum size 5 MB) containing the following documents in this order:
- 10th/Matriculation certificate and marksheet (proof of Date of Birth).
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets (ITI/Diploma/Graduation, as applicable).
- Conversion formula certificate (if applicable).
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable).
- Latest EWS Certificate (if applicable).
- PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, and bank details with an Aadhaar-linked account for DBT.
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature in blue ink.
Submit the consolidated PDF through the dedicated link on the IOCL website: IOCL Apprenticeships.
Ensure submission of your application and required documents by the last date: 22nd March 2025, 11:55 PM.

Link

Apply Online	Apply Here
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