IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for 335 Technician, Graduate and Trade Apprentice Posts
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division, Western Region, Indian Oil Bhavan, BKC, MumbaiMaharashtra27 Vacancies
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Western Region, invites applications for 335 Apprentice positions in Technician, Graduate, and Trade categories across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Chhattisgarh, Daman & Diu, and Dadra & Nagar Haveli. Apply online via the NAPS or NATS portal from 5 October to 4 November 2026.
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IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for 335 Technician, Graduate and Trade Apprentice Posts – Overview
Candidates who have completed the required qualifications within the specified timeframe can apply. For Technician Apprentice posts, a 3-year full-time diploma in the relevant engineering discipline with minimum aggregate marks is required. Trade Apprentices must have passed matriculation plus a two-year ITI course in the respective trade. Graduate Apprentices need a full-time graduate degree in any discipline. For Data Entry Operator roles, candidates should have passed Class 12th, with or without a recognized skill certificate. Age limits vary by category, starting from 18 up to 24 years for general candidates, with relaxations for reserved and PwBD categories. The qualification completion date should fall between April 2022 or 2023 and September 2026 depending on the category.
3-year regular full-time Diploma in the respective Engineering discipline, min. 50% aggregate (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 45% (SC/ST/PwBD, reserved positions), from a recognized Institute/University
Matriculation with a regular full-time 2-year ITI course in the respective trade, recognized by NCVT/SCVT
Graduate Apprentice
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Regular full-time Graduate in any discipline (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA, etc.), min. 50% aggregate (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 45% (SC/ST/PwBD, reserved positions), from a recognized Institute/University
Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher)
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Class 12th (below graduate), min. 50% aggregate (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 45% (SC/ST/PwBD, reserved positions)
Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders)
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Class 12th (below graduate) plus a 'Domestic Data Entry Operator' Skill Certificate (training under 1 year) from a body recognized under the National Skill Qualifications Framework or the Central Government
Q: What is the last date to apply for IOCL Western Region Apprenticeship 2026?
The online application window closes on 4 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Make sure to complete your registration and application before this deadline.
Q: How many apprentice vacancies are available in IOCL Western Region for 2026?
There are a total of 335 apprentice positions available across Technician, Graduate, and Trade categories in the Western Region.
Q: Which states and union territories are covered under this IOCL apprenticeship recruitment?
The vacancies are spread across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Chhattisgarh, and the union territories of Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli.
Q: What is the eligibility criteria for Technician Apprentice posts?
Candidates must hold a 3-year regular full-time diploma in the relevant engineering discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks for general categories or 45% for reserved categories, obtained from a recognized institute.
Q: Can I apply if I have completed my ITI in a relevant trade?
Yes, candidates with matriculation plus a regular full-time 2-year ITI course recognized by NCVT or SCVT in the specified trades are eligible to apply for Trade Apprentice positions.
Q: How do I apply for these apprenticeships?
You need to register and apply online through the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in or the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in. No other mode of application is accepted.
Q: Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
Yes, age relaxations are provided as per government rules. For example, OBC candidates get 3 years, SC/ST candidates 5 years, and PwBD candidates get additional relaxations up to 10 to 15 years depending on the category.
Q: What documents are required during the application process?
You will need to upload educational certificates, caste or disability certificates if applicable, and identity proof documents as specified on the NAPS or NATS portals during application.