Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), under its Pipelines Division, has announced a major recruitment drive for engaging 537 Technical and Non-Technical Apprentices across various locations in India. This initiative is part of the Skill Building Initiative for the Nation under The Apprentices Act, 1961. Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for various trades in the Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and South Eastern Regions.
Job Details
| Detail | Information |
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Pipelines Division) |
| Employment Type | Apprenticeship (12 Months) |
| Job Title | Technician & Trade Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 537 |
| Publication Date | August 29, 2025 |
| Location | Various locations across India |
| Application Method | Online |
| Official Site | www.iocl.com |
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Post and Vacancy Details
The 537 vacancies are for the following trades: Technician Apprentice (Mechanical, Electrical, Telecommunication & Instrumentation), Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource, Accountant), Data Entry Operator (Fresher), and Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders).
The region-wise distribution is as follows:
| Region | States | Vacancies |
| Eastern Region (ERPL) | Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal | 156 |
| Western Region (WRPL) | Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan | 152 |
| Northern Region (NRPL) | Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand | 97 |
| Southern Region (SRPL) | Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu | 47 |
| South Eastern Region (SERPL) | Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Telangana | 85 |
| Total | 537 |
Salary Details
The rate of stipend paid to apprentices will be as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and its subsequent amendments and Corporation guidelines.
Educational Qualification
| Trade/Discipline | Qualification Requirement |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | Three-year full-time Diploma in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering. |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical) | Three-year full-time Diploma in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering. |
| Technician Apprentice (Telecom & Instrumentation) | Three-year full-time Diploma in various Electronics and Instrumentation-related fields. |
| Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource) | Full-time Bachelor’s degree (Graduation) from a recognized university. |
| Trade Apprentice (Accountant) | Full-time Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com) from a recognized university. |
| Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | Minimum 12th Pass qualification (but below Graduate). |
| Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | Minimum 12th Pass (below Graduate) with a Skill Certificate for ‘Domestic Data Entry Operator’. |
Note: Candidates must have a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD). Candidates with higher professional qualifications like BE/B.Tech, MBA, etc., are not eligible.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- The cut-off date for reckoning age is August 31, 2025. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on merit. There will be no written test or personal interview.
- A merit list will be prepared based on the percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed essential qualification.
- In case of a tie in marks, the older candidate will be given preference.
- Provisionally selected candidates will be called for document verification and must meet the pre-engagement medical fitness standards.
How to Apply
The application process involves multiple steps on different portals:
- Portal Registration:
- For Technician & Trade (Graduate) Apprentices, register on the NATS portal: https://nats.education.gov.in
- For Trade Apprentices (Data Entry Operator), register on the NAPS portal: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Apply on NATS/NAPS: After registration, log in and apply for the specific Indian Oil Corporation Limited apprenticeship opportunity using the relevant Establishment ID for your region.
- Apply on IOCL Portal: After applying on NATS/NAPS, you must complete the final application on the IOCL Pipelines portal: https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/
- The application requires filling out personal details, educational qualifications, and uploading a scanned photograph and signature.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.
Instructions
- Candidates can apply for one Trade Code only.
- The email ID and mobile number used for registration must be kept active throughout the apprenticeship period.
- Ensure all details in the online application are correct before final submission, as no changes can be made later.
- Candidates must not have undergone or be pursuing another apprenticeship training.
- Candidates with one year or more of job experience after their qualification are not eligible.
- All future communication will be updated on the official IOCL website.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start Date | August 29, 2025 |
| Online Application End Date | September 18, 2025 (11:59 PM) |
Important Links
| Career Page of IOCL: Website Link |
| Advertisement Pipelines Division: Notification PDF |
| Online Application Form Pipelines Division: Apply Link |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator Registration Portal: Apply Link |
| Technician Apprentice: Registration Portal: Apply Link |
| Trade Apprentice Registration Portal: Apply Link |
