IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Launch Your Career with a Maharatna
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a Fortune Global 500 company and India’s leading energy major, has announced a massive apprenticeship drive for its Marketing Division, Northern Region. This is a premier opportunity for ITI, Diploma, and Graduate holders to gain invaluable experience and skill development in a world-class industrial environment.
The official notification, Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2025-26/1, invites online applications for over 500 Apprentice positions across multiple trades and disciplines in states under the Northern Region.
IOCL Apprentice 2025: Key Highlights
- Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) – Marketing Division, Northern Region
- Post Name: Graduate, Technician & Trade Apprentices
- Total Vacancies: 500+ (Various Trades)
- Application Mode: Online via NATS/NAPS Portals
- Application Dates: 12th September 2025 (10:00 AM) to 11th October 2025 (11:55 PM)
- Stipend: Up to ₹15,000 per month
- Selection Process: Merit-Based (No Written Test/Interview)
- Official Website: https://www.iocl.com/apprenticeships
Stipend Details
Selected apprentices will receive a generous monthly stipend as per government norms:
- Graduate Apprentice: ₹15,000 (Part-paid by BOAT)
- Technician Apprentice: ₹12,000 (Part-paid by BOAT)
- Trade Apprentice (ITI): As prescribed under the Apprentices Act
- Important: Candidates must have an Aadhaar-seeded, DBT-enabled bank account to receive the stipend.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification (Key Trades):
- Trade Apprentice (Fitter/Electrician/etc.): Matric + 2-year full-time ITI in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT).
- Technician Apprentice (Mech/Electrical/etc.): 3-year full-time Diploma in Engineering with min. 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
- Graduate Apprentice: Full-time Graduation in any discipline with min. 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
- Data Entry Operator: Class 12th pass. Skill Certificate holders require an additional ‘Domestic Data Entry Operator’ certificate.
2. Age Limit (as on 30-09-2025):
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government rules (5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, 10 years for PwBD).
⚠️ Crucial Note: Candidates with higher qualifications (e.g., BE, MBA, MCA) or prior apprenticeship/job experience of 1+ years are NOT eligible.
Vacancy Breakdown (State-Wise)
Vacancies are distributed across Northern Indian states and UTs. Major openings include:
- Uttar Pradesh: 160+ vacancies (Technician, Trade, Graduate)
- Rajasthan: 80+ vacancies
- Delhi: 80+ vacancies
- Haryana: 45+ vacancies
- Punjab: 55+ vacancies
- Other States: Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand
For the complete, detailed discipline-wise and category-wise vacancy list, candidates must refer to the official notification PDF.
Selection Process
The selection for IOCL Apprenticeship 2025 is 100% merit-based:
- Application: Candidates must apply online through the respective NATS/NAPS portal.
- Merit List: A merit list will be prepared based on the percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification.
- Tie-breaker: In case of a tie, the candidate older in age (earlier date of birth) will be ranked higher.
- Document Verification & Medical Fitness: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and must be declared medically fit as per IOCL standards.
How to Apply: A Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these steps carefully to ensure your application is submitted correctly:
- Register on the Correct Portal:
- For Trade/Data Entry Operator Apprentices (ITI): Register on the NAPS Portal (http://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/).
- For Technician/Graduate Apprentices (Diploma/Degree): Register on the NATS Portal (https://nats.education.gov.in/).
- Complete Your Profile: Ensure your profile is 100% complete and accurate (Personal, Educational Details, Category, etc.).
- Apply for the Opportunity:
- Log in to your NAPS/NATS account.
- Search for opportunities using the IOCL Establishment ID:
- NATS ID:
NDLSDC000005 - NAPS ID:
E05200700003
- NATS ID:
- Apply for the relevant apprentice post.
- Fill the Mandatory Microsoft Form:
- After applying on NAPS/NATS, you MUST fill out the additional Microsoft Office Form by 11th October 2025.
- Form Link: https://forms.office.com/r/DHBa1WFthJ
- Here, you will select your preferred state and three preferred work locations.
⚠️ Important: Your application is incomplete until you complete BOTH steps (applying on the portal + submitting the Microsoft Form).
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here (Check the website) |
| Apply Online (NAPS Portal) | http://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ |
| Apply Online (NATS Portal) | https://nats.education.gov.in/ |
| Mandatory Microsoft Form | https://forms.office.com/r/DHBa1WFthJ |
| IOCL Apprenticeship Portal | https://www.iocl.com/apprenticeships |
| Pre-Engagement Medical Standards | Available on IOCL Website |
Disclaimer: This information is a summary for quick reference. Candidates must thoroughly read the official IOCL Apprentice 2025 notification available on iocl.com before applying to understand all terms, conditions, and detailed eligibility criteria.
