IOCL Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification - Summary
IOCL Eastern Region Apprentice recruitment notification is the official advertisement released by the Indian Oil Corporation Limited Marketing Division (Eastern Region) under notification number IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2026-27. The notification announces 409 apprentice seats across West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Assam for Trade, Technician, and Graduate disciplines.
IOCL Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Division | Marketing Division (Eastern Region) |
| Post Name | Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentices |
| Notification Number | IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 409 |
| Application Dates | 13 November 2026 to 12 December 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | 10th with ITI / Engineering Diploma / Graduate Degree |
| Age Limit | 18 to 24 years (as on 30 November 2026) |
| Training Period | 12 Months |
| Official Website | iocl.com |
Eligibility and Trade Distribution
The notification covers trade apprentices in fitter, electrician, electronic mechanic, instrument mechanic, and machinist trades requiring matriculation with a regular ITI certificate. Technician apprentice positions require a three-year regular diploma in mechanical, electrical, civil, or instrumentation engineering with at least 50 percent aggregate marks for general and OBC candidates, and 45 percent for SC and ST applicants. Graduate apprentice openings require a full-time regular degree in arts, science, or commerce. Candidates who completed their qualifying examination before 2023 or have prior apprenticeship training are not eligible to apply. Applicants can also check the IOCL apprentice recruitment for Pipelines Division for additional apprentice roles.
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 24 years as on 30 November 2026. The upper age limit is relaxed by five years for SC and ST candidates, three years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and ten years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. Selection is done purely on merit based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying academic examination.
How to Apply Online
STEP 1 – Register on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in for technician and graduate posts or the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in for trade apprentice posts.
STEP 2 – Visit the official website at iocl.com and open the IndianOil for Careers section.
STEP 3 – Select Marketing Division Apprentice Engagement and click on notification IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2026-27.
STEP 4 – Enter your apprenticeship portal registration number, personal details, state preference, and trade selection.
STEP 5 – Upload scanned copies of your qualifying examination marksheet, caste certificate if applicable, photograph, and signature.
STEP 6 – Review the entered information, submit the online application form before 12 December 2026, and print a copy for document verification.
