Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has officially released the Apprentice Engagement Notification 2026 for its Mathura Refinery, under the Refineries Division. As per Advertisement No. MR/HR/APP3/2025-26, IOCL invites online applications from eligible candidates for engagement as Trade Apprentices and Technician Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 (as amended).
This apprenticeship program is part of IOCL’s national Skill Building Initiative, offering valuable hands-on industrial training in one of India’s most prestigious public sector undertakings.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
- Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
- Refinery Unit: Mathura Refinery
- Advertisement No.: MR/HR/APP3/2025-26
- Date of Notification: 07 February 2026
- Training Under: Apprentices Act, 1961/1973
- Application Mode: Online (NAPS / NATS + Google Form)
- Total Pages in Notification: 8
Apprentice Trades, Qualifications & Seats
? Trade & Technician Apprentice Details
Trade Apprentice – Mechanical (Fitter)
- Qualification: Matric + ITI (Fitter) – minimum 2 years
- Training Period: 12 Months
- Total Seats: 19
Trade Apprentice – Boiler (Mechanical)
- Qualification: B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics / Industrial Chemistry)
- Training Period: 24 Months
- Total Seats: 22
Technician Apprentice – Mechanical
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Key Highlights
- Qualification: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Training Period: 12 Months
- Total Seats: 23
Technician Apprentice – Electrical
- Qualification: Diploma in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Training Period: 12 Months
- Total Seats: 20
Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation
- Qualification: Diploma in Instrumentation / Applied Electronics & Instrumentation
- Training Period: 12 Months
- Total Seats: 23
Trade Apprentice – Accountant
- Qualification: B.Com
- Training Period: 12 Months
- Total Seats: 01
? Seats include reservations for UR, EWS, SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and PwBD categories as per Government norms.
Eligibility Criteria for IOCL Apprentices 2026
? Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed the prescribed qualification on or before 31 January 2026.
- Minimum 50% marks required (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates).
- Only regular full-time courses recognized by NCVET / SCVT / AICTE / UGC are valid.
- Distance, correspondence, or part-time courses are NOT eligible.
- Candidates with higher qualifications like BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB, MCA, etc., are not eligible.
? Age Limit (as on 31.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years (UR/EWS)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years (additional category relaxations applicable)
Reservation & PwBD Guidelines
- Reservation applicable for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS & PwBD.
- PwBD candidates can apply only for identified trades due to the hazardous nature of refinery operations.
- Minimum 40% disability certification required as per Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
- Reservation for PwBD is horizontal, as per Section 34(1) of the Act.
Selection Process for IOCL Apprenticeship
? No Written Test
? Merit-based Selection
Selection will be based on:
- Percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination
- Preference to first-time apprenticeship candidates
- In case of tie:
- Older candidate (by date of birth)
- Higher marks in Matriculation
Stipend & Benefits
- Monthly Stipend as per Apprentices Act & IOCL guidelines
- Safety Shoes & Helmet (for select trades)
- Accident Insurance Coverage
- Leave Benefits:
- 32 days General Leave
- 12 days Casual Leave per year
- No HRA or Company Accommodation
Important Dates – IOCL Apprentice 2026
- Application Start Date: 07 February 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 20 February 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Tentative DV List: 26 February 2026
- Document Verification: 05 March to 10 March 2026
How to Apply for IOCL Mathura Refinery Apprenticeship
Step-1: Register on NAPS / NATS Portal
- Codes 102, 103, 109 ? Register on NAPS Portal
- Codes 105, 106, 107 ? Register on NATS Portal
Apply against Mathura Refinery Establishment ID:
- NAPS ID: E12150900008
- NATS ID: NUPMTC000001
Step-2: Fill Google / Microsoft Form
After applying on NAPS/NATS:
- Submit additional details via the Google Form link provided on IOCL website
- Ensure details match both portals
- Only one response is allowed
?? Both steps are mandatory. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates must produce:
- 10th Certificate (DOB proof)
- ITI / Diploma / Degree Mark Sheets & Certificates
- Category / PwBD / EWS Certificates
- NAPS/NATS Registration Printout
- Affidavit (Annexure-A)
- Valid Photo ID
Important Instructions
- Apprenticeship does not guarantee employment in IOCL
- Candidates declared medically unfit will not be engaged
- False information will lead to cancellation & legal action
- Updates will be published only on www.iocl.com
Official Notification & Contact Details
- Official Website: www.iocl.com
- Email: mr_apprenticeship@indianoil.in
- Contact No.: 0565-241-8153
? Be Aware of Job Frauds
IOCL does not charge any fee for apprenticeship engagement. Rely only on official notifications published on the IOCL website.
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