Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Marketing Division has announced a recruitment for Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice, and Data Entry Operator posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a fantastic opportunity for freshers with ITI, Diploma, 12th, or Graduation qualifications to gain 12 months of hands-on training in one of India’s leading PSUs in the oil & gas sector.
The recruitment is specifically for the Eastern Region (Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2025-26/1 or Phase-2 update), covering states like West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, etc. Total vacancies: 144 posts.
Latest Update (as of March 2026): Applications opened on 02 March 2026 (10:00 AM) and the last date to apply is 09 March 2026 (by 05:00 PM). This is a time-sensitive window—apply immediately if eligible! Selection is purely merit-based on qualifying marks (no written exam or interview).
Vacancy Details (Region-Wise)
Vacancies are distributed across Eastern Region states/UTs:
| State/UT | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| West Bengal | 73 |
| Bihar | 19 |
| Odisha | 14 |
| Jharkhand | 10 |
| Sikkim | 03 |
| Nagaland | 05 |
| Manipur | 05 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 02 |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 08 |
| Total | 144 |
Posts include Technician Apprentice (various engineering disciplines), Trade Apprentice (ITI trades like Fitter, Electrician, etc.), Graduate Apprentice (any discipline), and Data Entry Operator (12th pass). Exact discipline-wise split is available in the official notification PDF.
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: 02 March 2026 (or notification dated around late Feb/early March)
- Online Application Start: 02 March 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 09 March 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Last Date for NAPS/NATS Registration & Microsoft Form: 09 March 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Age Reckoning Date: 28 February 2026
- Apprenticeship Duration: 12 months
Eligibility Criteria (Simple Breakdown)
- Age Limit (as on 28 February 2026):
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 24 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: +5 years (up to 29 years)
- OBC-NCL: +3 years (up to 27 years)
- PwBD: +10 years (up to 34 years)
- PwBD + SC/ST: +15 years
- PwBD + OBC-NCL: +13 years
- Educational Qualification (Minimum 50% marks aggregate; 45% for SC/ST/PwBD):
- Technician Apprentice: 3-year Diploma in relevant Engineering branch (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, etc.) from recognized institute. Acquired between 01.04.2022 – 28.02.2026.
- Trade Apprentice (ITI): Matric + 2-year ITI in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT recognized). Acquired between 01.04.2021 – 28.02.2026.
- Graduate Apprentice: Full-time Bachelor’s Degree (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA etc.) in any discipline.
- Data Entry Operator: Class 12th pass.
- Other Key Points:
- Full-time regular courses only; no part-time/distance/correspondence.
- Not eligible if holding higher qualifications like B.E./B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, etc.
- PwBD candidates eligible only for specific codes (e.g., 112 & 113; not technical disciplines 101-111).
Application Fee
- NIL for all categories—no fee required!
Selection Process
- Register on NAPS (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) for Trade Apprentices/Data Entry or NATS (nats.education.gov.in) for Technician/Graduate Apprentices.
- Apply via IOCL portal and submit a Microsoft Form (with choice of 3 training locations).
- Merit list prepared based on percentage of marks in qualifying exam.
- No written test/interview.
- Shortlisted candidates undergo document verification + pre-engagement medical fitness check.
- Final engagement offer for 12-month apprenticeship.
Stipend
- As per Apprentices Act, 1961 (rules amended up to 2025)—typically ₹8,000–₹15,000 per month depending on category/discipline (exact amount in notification; paid by Board of Apprenticeship Training/IOCL).
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Easy Guide)
- Visit official IOCL website: https://iocl.com/
- Go to Careers > Apprenticeships or What’s New section.
- Find the relevant advertisement (Eastern Region Marketing Division Apprentice 2025-26/Phase-2).
- Register/login on NAPS/NATS portal first (as per your qualification).
- Fill IOCL online application with personal, educational details.
- Upload scanned photo, signature, certificates (format/size as specified).
- Submit the linked Microsoft Form with preferred training locations.
- Review, submit, and take printout of confirmation. Pro Tip: Complete NAPS/NATS registration early to avoid last-minute rush!
Important Links
- Official IOCL Website: https://iocl.com/
- Apprenticeships Section: https://iocl.com/apprenticeships (Check for Eastern Region Phase-2 notification & PDF)
- NAPS Portal (Trade/ITIs): https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/
- NATS Portal (Technician/Graduate): https://nats.education.gov.in/
- Download Notification PDF: Available under Apprenticeships or What’s New on iocl.com (search “IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2025-26/1” or Phase-2)
- Reference Article: https://www.freejobalert.com/articles/iocl-marketing-division-apprentice-recruitment-2026-apply-online-for-144-posts-3039240
This is a short-duration, merit-based opportunity with no fee and good stipend—ideal for building experience in a PSU like IOCL. Hurry, as the deadline is 09 March 2026! Always verify latest details from the official IOCL notification PDF, as minor changes can occur. Good luck with your application!
