Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), one of India’s largest Public Sector Undertakings and a Fortune Global 500 company, has released an official notification for the engagement of Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The recruitment is for IOCL Marketing Division – Western Region, covering multiple states and Union Territories.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the NAPS / NATS portals within the prescribed dates.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
- Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division)
- Region: Western Region
- Advertisement No.: IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2/2025-26
- Notification Date: 15 January 2026
- Apprenticeship Type: Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice
- Training Period: 12 Months
- Mode of Selection: Merit-based (No Written Test / Interview)
States & UTs Covered Under IOCL Western Region
The apprenticeship engagement will be carried out at IOCL locations across the following states and Union Territories:
- Maharashtra
- Gujarat
- Goa
- Madhya Pradesh
- Chhattisgarh
- Dadra & Nagar Haveli
- Daman & Diu
Applicants must apply only for vacancies notified under the Western Region. Selection of locations outside these states will result in rejection.
IOCL Apprentice Disciplines (Page 1 Highlights)
As mentioned on Page 1 of the notification, IOCL invites applications for the following major categories:
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Key Highlights
? Technician Apprentices (Diploma)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
? Trade Apprentices (ITI / Non-Technical)
- Fitter
- Electrician
- Electronics Mechanic
- Instrument Mechanic
- Machinist
- Data Entry Operator (Fresher)
- Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders)
? Graduate Apprentices
- Any Graduate (BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA or equivalent)
Vacancies are distributed state-wise and category-wise (UR, EWS, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD) and are tentative, subject to change as per IOCL requirements and Government reservation norms.
Reservation & PwBD Guidelines (As per Notification)
- Reservation is applicable as per Government of India norms
- PwBD reservation is applied on a horizontal basis
- PwBD candidates must possess a valid disability certificate issued under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
- Certain hazardous disciplines are not eligible for PwBD, as clearly stated in the notification
IOCL Apprentice Stipend 2026
The monthly stipend for selected apprentices will be paid as per:
- Apprentices Act, 1961
- Apprentices Rules, 1992/2019/2025 (as amended from time to time)
Why Choose IOCL Apprenticeship?
- Training with India’s leading PSU
- Hands-on industry exposure
- Skill development aligned with national standards
- Certificate recognized under the Apprentices Act
- Strong foundation for future PSU & private sector careers
Important Dates (Western Region)
- Online Application Start Date: 15 January 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 31 January 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Conclusion
The IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Western Region is an excellent opportunity for ITI, Diploma, and Graduate candidates seeking structured training in a reputed PSU. Interested candidates are advised to carefully read the full notification and complete their NAPS/NATS registration well before the closing date.
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