Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division (Western Region), has published an official recruitment notification (Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27) for the engagement of Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentices. Through this apprenticeship drive, IOCL aims to fill 325 vacancies across various locations in the Western Region.
The online application process started on October 05, 2026, on the official Indian Oil portal. Eligible candidates holding an ITI certificate, Engineering Diploma, Class 12th certificate, or Bachelor’s Degree can submit their online forms without any application fee on or before the closing date of November 04, 2026.
IOCL WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Highlights
| Recruiting Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) – Western Region |
| Advertisement Number | IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 |
| Post Names | Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 325 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration Dates | October 05 to November 04, 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹0/- (Exempted for All Categories) |
| Official Website | iocl.com |
IOCL WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates interested in applying for the Indian Oil Western Region Apprenticeship 2026-27 cycle should keep track of the following official schedule.
- Online Application Start Date: October 05, 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: November 04, 2026
- Exam / Document Verification Date: To be announced later
- Admit Card / Call Letter Release: Before the examination or verification
IOCL Western Region Apprentice Application Fee
Indian Oil Corporation Limited does not charge any registration or examination fee for this apprenticeship engagement drive.
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹0/- (Nil)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates: ₹0/- (Nil)
IOCL WR Apprentice Age Limit 2026
The age of the applicants will be calculated as on the cut-off date of September 30, 2026. Candidates must fall within the prescribed age limits below:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Age Relaxation: Upper age limit relaxation is granted to SC, ST, OBC (NCL), and PwBD category candidates in accordance with Government of India and IOCL regulations.
IOCL WR Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Post Wise Details
The recruitment drive covers Graduate, Diploma (Technician), and ITI/12th (Trade) apprentice disciplines across Western India. Check the discipline-wise breakdown of seats in the table below.
| Apprentice Category & Trade | Number of Posts |
| Graduate Apprentice (BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA) | 174 Posts |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics) | 99 Posts |
| Trade Apprentice – Technical (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist) | 40 Posts |
| Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher & Skill Certificate Holders) | 22 Posts |
IOCL WR Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026
Applicants must fulfill the following educational and technical qualifications from a recognized board, university, or institute before submitting their online form:
| Post Name | Required Educational Qualification |
| Graduate Apprentice | Regular full-time Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA) in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks for General, EWS, and OBC-NCL candidates (45% marks for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates against reserved positions) from a recognized university. |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 3-Year regular full-time Diploma in the relevant Engineering branch (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, or Electronics) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks for General, EWS, and OBC-NCL candidates (45% marks for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates) from a recognized institute or university. |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI Trades) | Passed Class 10th (High School) examination along with a regular full-time 2-Year ITI Certificate in the relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, or Machinist) recognized by NCVT or SCVT. |
| Trade Apprentice (Data Entry Operator) | Passed Class 12th (Intermediate) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks for General, EWS, and OBC-NCL (45% marks for SC, ST, and PwBD). Candidates applying under the Skill Certificate Holder category must also possess an NSQF-recognized Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate for training of less than one year. |
How to Apply for IOCL WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their online application forms on or before November 04, 2026, by following the steps below:
- First, register yourself on the official apprenticeship portal: Trade Apprentices must register at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (NAPS), while Graduate and Technician Apprentices must register on the NATS 2.0 portal.
- Next, visit the official Indian Oil website at iocl.com/apprenticeships.
- Click on the notification link for Engagement of Apprentices under Western Region (Marketing Division) – 2026-27 and open the online application link.
- Log in and enter your NAPS/NATS registration number, personal information, state/location preference, and academic qualification details.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, mark sheets, and caste/disability certificate (if applicable).
- Review the filled details carefully, submit the online form, and download the confirmation printout for future reference.
Important Links
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