Quick Answer
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IndianOil), Marketing Division – Northern Region has released Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1 for engagement of Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act.
The official vacancy table adds up to 433 apprentice seats across Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttarakhand.
Applications are open from 7 August 2026 at 10:00 AM to 6 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. Candidates must first apply through the applicable NAPS or NATS portal and must also submit the mandatory IndianOil Microsoft Form within the same deadline.
There is no written test or interview. Selection is based on marks in the prescribed qualification, followed by document verification and pre-engagement medical fitness.
View Details & Important Dates
| View Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Oil Corporation Limited |
| Division | Marketing Division – Northern Region |
| Advertisement | IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1 |
| Total Apprentice Seats | 433 |
| Categories | Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentice |
| States / UTs | Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, J&K, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand |
| Application Start | 7 August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date | 6 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age | 18–24 years as on 31 August 2026 |
| Training Duration | 12 months |
| Selection | Qualification marks merit |
| Written Test | No |
| Interview | No |
| Application Route | NAPS / NATS + mandatory Microsoft Form |
| Stipend | As per Apprentices Act/Rules + ₹2,500 per month miscellaneous allowance from IOCL MD-NR |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | 7 August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| NAPS/NATS Last Date | 6 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Mandatory Microsoft Form Last Date | 6 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Document Verification | To be intimated by registered email |
| Training | 12 months |
Candidates must complete both steps—NAPS/NATS application and Microsoft Form submission. Completing only one of them is not enough.
Official State-wise Vacancy Details
The official IndianOil vacancy table gives the following State/UT totals:
| State / UT | Apprentice Seats |
|---|---|
| Delhi | 50 |
| Haryana | 37 |
| Punjab | 57 |
| Chandigarh | 30 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 22 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 20 |
| Rajasthan | 76 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 121 |
| Uttarakhand | 20 |
| Total | 433 |
The vacancies cover multiple discipline codes for Technician, Trade, Graduate and Data Entry Operator apprentices.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility depends on the discipline code selected.
Trade Apprentice – ITI
Trade disciplines include:
- Fitter
- Electrician
- Electronics Mechanic
- Instrument Mechanic
- Machinist
Candidates generally need Matric/Class 10 plus the relevant regular full-time ITI qualification recognised by NCVT/SCVT.
Technician Apprentice
Technician Apprentice disciplines include:
- Mechanical
- Electrical
- Instrumentation
- Civil
- Electrical & Electronics
- Electronics
Candidates need a three-year regular full-time Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline.
The notification generally requires:
- 50% aggregate for General/EWS/OBC-NCL
- 45% aggregate for SC/ST/PwBD candidates against reserved positions
Graduate Apprentice
Graduate Apprentice candidates need a regular full-time graduation such as BBA, BA, B.Com or B.Sc. with:
- 50% aggregate for General/EWS/OBC-NCL
- 45% aggregate for SC/ST/PwBD candidates against reserved positions
Data Entry Operator
For the fresher Data Entry Operator discipline, candidates need Class 12 but below graduate level.
For the skill-certificate route, candidates also need the prescribed Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate.
Important Qualification Restrictions
The prescribed qualification must be completed through a full-time regular course. Part-time, correspondence and distance-learning qualifications are not accepted for the notified disciplines.
Candidates possessing or completing higher professional qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, ICWA or LLB are not eligible under the restriction stated in the notification.
For NATS and NAPS applicants, candidates who completed the relevant prescribed qualification five years or more before the 31 August 2026 reckoning date are also not eligible.
Age Limit, Stipend & Training
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 31 August 2026.
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| UR / General | 18–24 years |
| SC / ST | Upper age relaxed by 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | Upper age relaxed by 3 years |
| PwBD | Upper age relaxed by 10 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | Up to 15 years relaxation |
| PwBD + OBC-NCL | Up to 13 years relaxation |
Use Regal Career’s Recruitment Age Calculator before applying.
Training Duration
The apprenticeship period is 12 months for all notified disciplines.
Stipend
The statutory stipend is paid according to the Apprentices Act, Apprentices Rules and applicable amendments/guidelines.
In addition, IndianOil Marketing Division – Northern Region states that apprentices will receive ₹2,500 per month toward miscellaneous expenses.
Graduate and Technician apprentices receive the applicable Government/BOAT share through DBT, so the candidate must maintain a correctly updated Aadhaar-seeded and DBT-enabled bank account on NATS.
No Permanent-Job Guarantee
Completion of apprenticeship does not create a right to regular employment in IndianOil.
IndianOil states that it has no obligation to offer regular employment after the apprenticeship period.
Selection Process
There is no written test and no interview.
Selection proceeds through:
- Valid NAPS/NATS registration
- Application against the relevant IndianOil opportunity
- Mandatory Microsoft Form submission
- Merit list based on prescribed qualification marks
- Tie-breaking by older date of birth
- If date of birth is also the same, higher Matriculation percentage
- Document verification
- Pre-engagement medical fitness
- Offer of apprenticeship engagement
Preference is given to candidates applying for apprenticeship training for the first time.
Candidates can apply for only one discipline code under this advertisement. Multiple discipline applications can result in rejection.
How to Apply & Documents Required
How to Apply
- Read the official IndianOil Northern Region advertisement.
- Identify the exact discipline code for which you are eligible.
- Register on NATS if applying for Graduate or Technician/Diploma apprenticeship.
- Register on NAPS if applying for ITI Trade Apprentice or Data Entry Operator.
- Ensure the portal profile is fully updated with personal, qualification and category details.
- Apply for the IndianOil Northern Region establishment opportunity:
- NATS Establishment ID: NDLSDC000005
- NAPS Establishment ID: E05200700003
- After applying through NATS/NAPS, complete the mandatory IndianOil Microsoft Form.
- Select the preferred State and up to three preferred locations in the Microsoft Form.
- Submit both application stages before 6 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
- Keep the registration/enrolment number and submitted details for future document verification.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Class 10 certificate for date of birth
- Class 12 certificate where applicable
- ITI certificate and marksheets where applicable
- Diploma certificate and semester marksheets
- Graduation degree and marksheets where applicable
- skill certificate for DEO skill-certificate route
- category certificate
- OBC-NCL certificate in Central Government format
- PwBD certificate where applicable
- PAN card
- Aadhaar card
- active Aadhaar-seeded / DBT-enabled bank account
- bank passbook first page
- cancelled cheque
- active email ID and mobile number
- NATS/NAPS registration details
- institute certificate confirming regular mode/year of passing where required
Useful Regal Career Links
| Regal Career Resource | Action |
|---|---|
| Latest Government Jobs | Click here to view |
| Existing IOCL Refineries Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Click here to view |
| All Application Tools | Click here to view |
Important Official Links
| Official Resource | Action |
|---|---|
| Official IOCL Northern Region Advertisement PDF | Click here to view |
| IndianOil Apprenticeships Page | Click here to view |
| NATS Portal | Click here to view |
| NAPS / Apprenticeship India Portal | Click here to view |
| Mandatory IndianOil Microsoft Form | Click here to view |
| IndianOil Official Website | Click here to view |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are in IOCL Northern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The official State/UT vacancy table adds up to 433 apprentice seats.
Why are some websites showing 1,883 posts?
Some third-party pages are reporting 1,883, but that number does not match Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1. Regal Career uses the official table total of 433.
What is the last date?
The final deadline for NAPS/NATS application and the mandatory Microsoft Form is 6 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
When did applications start?
Applications opened on 7 August 2026 at 10:00 AM.
What is the age limit?
The basic age range is 18–24 years as on 31 August 2026, with category relaxation.
Is there a written examination?
No. The official notification explicitly states there will be no written test or interview.
How is selection made?
The merit list is prepared using marks in the prescribed qualification. Shortlisted candidates then undergo document verification and pre-engagement medical fitness.
What is the training period?
Training is for 12 months.
What stipend is paid?
The statutory apprenticeship stipend applies, and IndianOil Northern Region additionally provides ₹2,500 per month toward miscellaneous expenses.
Can I apply for multiple disciplines?
No. Candidates can apply for only one discipline code under the advertisement.
Is completing the NATS/NAPS application enough?
No. Candidates must also submit the mandatory IndianOil Microsoft Form by the deadline.
Does apprenticeship guarantee an IndianOil job?
No. Completion of apprenticeship does not create a right to regular employment in IndianOil.
Official Source & Editorial Verification
The primary source is Indian Oil Corporation Limited, Marketing Division – Northern Region, Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1.
The official PDF confirms:
- applications from 7 August to 6 September 2026;
- Northern Region coverage across nine States/UTs;
- official state-wise vacancy tables;
- 18–24 year basic age limit as on 31 August 2026;
- 12-month apprenticeship;
- no written test/interview;
- merit based on prescribed qualification marks;
- mandatory NAPS/NATS registration;
- mandatory Microsoft Form submission;
- ₹2,500 monthly miscellaneous allowance in addition to statutory stipend; and
- no guarantee of regular employment after training.
Editorial correction: Careerera and some third-party listings currently display 1,883 vacancies. Regal Career manually totalled the official IndianOil State/UT vacancy table and verified 433 seats. Use 433 unless IndianOil issues a corrigendum revising the vacancy table.
