IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 637 Posts
IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification released for 637 Apprentice vacancies. Eligible candidates with ITI, Diploma, 12th, B.Sc, B.Com can apply online from 07 February 2026 to 20 February 2026 through NAPS/NATS portal and Google Forms.
Total vacancies: 637
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Feb 20, 2026
Feb 7, 2026
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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
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- A) IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Notification 2026
- B) IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
- C) IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
- D) IOCL Apprentice Vacancy Details
- E) Eligibility Criteria for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- F) IOCL Apprentice Application Fee
- G) Salary / Stipend Details
- H) Selection Process
- I) Important Links
A) IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Notification 2026
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released the official notification for IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. PR/P/Apprentice/59(2025-26). A total of 637 Apprentice vacancies are announced for Trade Apprentice and Technician Apprentice posts.
The online application process has started on 07 February 2026 and will remain open till 20 February 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the NAPS/NATS portal along with mandatory Google Form submission. Selection will be purely merit-based.
B) IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 provides an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking apprenticeship training in India’s leading PSU.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Unit Name | Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex |
| Recruitment Name | IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Trade & Technician) |
| Total Vacancies | 637 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Age Limit | 18 to 24 Years |
| Qualification | 12th / ITI / Diploma / Graduate |
| Selection Process | Merit-Based |
| Official Website | www.iocl.com |
C) IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
Candidates must complete the application process within the scheduled timeline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 07 February 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 07 February 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 February 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Date of Reckoning Eligibility | 31 January 2026 |
| DV Shortlist Date (Tentative) | 26 February 2026 |
| Document Verification | 05 to 10 March 2026 |
D) IOCL Apprentice Vacancy Details
A total of 637 vacancies are distributed across various trades and disciplines.
| Trade / Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 129 |
| Fitter (Mechanical) | 143 |
| Technician Apprentice – Chemical | 107 |
| Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | 49 |
| Technician Apprentice – Electrical | 126 |
| Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | 39 |
| Secretarial Assistant (Panipat) | 3 |
| Secretarial Assistant (New Delhi) | 8 |
| Accountant | 1 |
| Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 25 |
| Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate) | 7 |
| Total | 637 |
Note: There is no ST reservation in Haryana State.
E) Eligibility Criteria for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
E1) Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Attendant Operator (Chemical) | B.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Industrial Chemistry) |
| Fitter (Mechanical) | Matric + ITI in Fitter Trade |
| Technician Apprentice (Chemical) | Diploma in Chemical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation) | Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering |
| Secretarial Assistant | B.A/B.Sc/B.Com |
| Accountant | B.Com |
| Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 12th Pass |
| Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate) | 12th Pass + Skill Certificate |
Important Notes:
- Minimum 50% marks required (45% for SC/PwBD).
- Only regular full-time courses are eligible.
- Candidates with higher qualifications like B.Tech/MBA are not eligible.
E2) Age Limit
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
| Cut-off Date | 31 January 2026 |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC | 5 Years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD-SC | 15 Years |
| PwBD-OBC | 13 Years |
F) IOCL Apprentice Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | NIL (No Fee) |
There is no application fee for any category.
G) Salary / Stipend Details
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Stipend | As per Apprentices Act |
| Accommodation | Not Provided |
| Safety Equipment | Provided for specific trades |
| Leave | 32 General + 12 Casual |
| Insurance | Accident Insurance Coverage |
Note: Apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment.
H) Selection Process
Selection will be purely merit-based without any written exam.
Stages of Selection:
- Merit list based on qualification marks
- Preference to first-time apprentices
- Tie-breaking by Date of Birth
- Document Verification
- Pre-Engagement Medical Test
- Final Selection
I) Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Notification link |
| Apply Online Link | Apply link |
| Register on NAPS Portal | Apply link |
| Register on NATS Portal | Apply link |
| Official Website | www.iocl.com |
Feb 7, 2026
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