IOCL Apprenticeship 2025-26 (Eastern Region): Apply Online for 508 Apprentice Vacancies

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division – Eastern Region, has released Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2025-26 for engagement of 508 Apprentices (Trade, Technician, Graduate & Data Entry Operator) across 13 States/UT. Online application on NATS/NAPS plus Microsoft Form is open from 10 December 2025 to 09 January 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).

This IOCL Eastern Region Apprenticeship 2025-26 is a big skill-building opportunity for ITI, Diploma, 12th-pass and Graduate candidates from West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Assam, Sikkim, Tripura, Nagaland, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh and Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

IOCL Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 – Overview

• Organisation: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) – Marketing Division, Eastern Region
• Advt. No.: IOCL/MKTG/ER/APPR/2025-26 (dated 10.12.2025)
• Name of Engagement: Trade / Technician / Graduate / Data Entry Operator Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961/1973/1992
• Region Covered:
  • West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Assam, Sikkim, Tripura, Nagaland, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh & UT of Andaman & Nicobar Islands
• Total Apprenticeship Seats: 508 (state- & category-wise as per table below)
• Training Period: 12 Months (for all disciplines)
• Stipend: As per Apprentices Act 1961/1973 and Apprentices Rules 1992/2019/2025 (as amended)
• Mode of Application:
  • NATS / NAPS portal + Microsoft Form (both mandatory)
• Selection Process: Merit-based on qualifying marks (no written test / no interview)

IOCL Apprenticeship 2025-26 – Important Dates

As per the official IOCL Eastern Region apprenticeship notification:

Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the last date and complete both NATS/NAPS registration and Microsoft Form submission.

IOCL Eastern Region Apprenticeship Vacancy 2025-26 – 508 Seats (State-wise)

The notification clearly mentions that provisional number of seats in each Apprentice category, including reservation, is state-wise. Numbers may increase or decrease at IOCL’s discretion.

State-wise Total IOCL Apprentice Seats (All Codes Combined)

Total Apprenticeship Seats = 508 across Technician, Trade, Graduate and Data Entry Operator Apprentices in IOCL Eastern Region.

Reservation (UR / EWS / SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PwBD) is clearly given in the notification table and will be applied as per Government of India rules for each State/UT.

IOCL Eastern Region Apprenticeship 2025 – Trade & Discipline Codes

As per the notification, apprentices are engaged in multiple disciplines. Candidates must apply for ANY ONE discipline code only. Applying for more than one discipline code leads to summary rejection.

Technician Apprentice (Diploma) – Codes 101–106

• 101 – Technician Apprentice (Mechanical)
• 102 – Technician Apprentice (Electrical)
• 103 – Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation)
• 104 – Technician Apprentice (Civil)
• 105 – Technician Apprentice (Electrical & Electronics)
• 106 – Technician Apprentice (Electronics)

Qualification (Common Pattern):

• 3-year regular full-time Diploma in the respective engineering branch.
• Minimum marks:
  • 50% aggregate for UR/EWS/OBC (NCL)
  • 45% aggregate for SC/ST/PwBD candidates against reserved posts.

Trade Apprentice (ITI) – Codes 107–111

• 107 – Trade Apprentice (Fitter) – Matric + 2-year full-time ITI (Fitter) (NCVT/SCVT)
• 108 – Trade Apprentice (Electrician) – Matric + 2-year full-time ITI (Electrician)
• 109 – Trade Apprentice (Electronics Mechanic) – Matric + 2-year full-time ITI (Electronics Mechanic)
• 110 – Trade Apprentice (Instrument Mechanic) – Matric + 2-year full-time ITI (Instrument Mechanic)
• 111 – Trade Apprentice (Machinist) – Matric + 2-year full-time ITI (Machinist)

All ITI courses must be regular full-time and recognized by NCVT/SCVT.

Graduate Apprentice (Non-Technical) – Code 112

• 112 – Graduate Apprentice (BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA etc.)
• Qualification: Regular full-time Graduation in any discipline with:
  • 50% aggregate for UR/EWS/OBC (NCL)
  • 45% aggregate for SC/ST/PwBD candidates on reserved posts.

Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator – Codes 113 & 114

• 113 – DEO (Fresher):
  • Class 12th (but below Graduate)
  • 50% marks (UR/EWS/OBC-NCL), 45% (SC/ST/PwBD).
• 114 – DEO (Skill Certificate Holders):
  • Class 12th (below Graduate) with required marks, plus
  • Skill Certificate of ‘Domestic Data Entry Operator’ (training <1 year) issued by NSQF or any other Central Govt-recognised awarding body.

IOCL Apprenticeship Eligibility Rules (Very Important)

From the same IOCL ER advertisement:

1. Mode of Study:
   • All required qualifications must be through full-time regular course from a recognized University/Institute.
   • Part-time, Distance, Correspondence modes are NOT eligible.
2. Passing Year Window:
   • For Graduate & Technician Apprentices (Codes 101–106, 112): qualification acquired between 01.04.2022 and 31.12.2025.
   • For Trade Apprentices (ITI & DEO) (Codes 107–111, 113, 114): qualification acquired between 01.04.2021 and 31.12.2025.
3. Age Limit (as on 31.12.2025):
   • Minimum: 18 years
   • Maximum: 24 years (UR/EWS)
   • Relaxation:
     • SC/ST: +5 years (up to 29 years)
     • OBC-NCL: +3 years (up to 27 years)
     • PwBD: up to 10 years (UR/EWS), 13 years (OBC-NCL), 15 years (SC/ST).
4. Higher Professional Qualification Restriction:
   • Candidates possessing B.E./B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA/ICWA, LLB or similar higher professional qualifications, or pursuing them and completing before joining apprenticeship are NOT ELIGIBLE.
   • Suppression of this information can lead to rejection or termination at any stage.
5. Maximum Two Apprenticeships Rule:
   • A candidate may undergo maximum two apprenticeship trainings in a lifetime, and the second cannot be in the same trade.
   • Minimum one-year gap required between two completed apprenticeships (with special conditions as per notification).

IOCL Apprenticeship 2025 – Reservation & PwBD Guidelines

• Reservation for SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / EWS is applied as per Government norms for each State/UT.
• PwBD reservation is applied horizontally for:
  • Graduate Apprentice (112)
  • DEO (Freshers) – 113
  • DEO (Skill Certificate Holder) – 114
• PwBD are not eligible for Technician & ITI Trade Apprentice codes 101–111 due to hazardous nature of industry.
• Eligible PwBD categories mentioned include Low Vision/Blind, Hard of Hearing/Deaf, Locomotor Disability (OA/OL), Dwarfism, Acid attack victims, Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy-cured, and Multiple Disabilities, with minimum 40% benchmark disability and valid certificate.

IOCL Apprenticeship Selection Process 2025-26 (No Exam, Only Merit)

The notification clearly says: No written test, no interview.

1. Registration on NATS/NAPS portal
   • Only candidates who register and apply on NATS/NAPS against IOCL Eastern Region establishment IDs will be considered.
2. Merit List Preparation
   • A state- and discipline-wise merit list is prepared based on percentage of marks in the essential qualification.
3. Document Verification
   • Shortlisted candidates are called for physical Document Verification at any IOCL unit/office in the concerned State. No TA/DA is paid.
4. Pre-Engagement Medical Examination
   • Candidates must be declared medically fit as per IOCL pre-engagement medical format.
5. Issue of Offer for Apprenticeship Training
   • Only those whose documents and medical reports are in order receive the Offer of Engagement for apprenticeship.
   • Unfilled seats can be filled from the same merit panel.

Important: Even after completion of document verification and training, IOCL has NO obligation to give permanent employment. Apprentices cannot claim job rights based on apprenticeship.

Required Documents for IOCL Apprentice 2025-26

Keep these documents ready (scanned + originals for DV):

• 10th / SSLC / Matric Certificate & Marks Sheet (for Date of Birth)
• Semester/year-wise marksheets of ITI / Diploma / Graduation / HSC
• Final ITI / Diploma / Degree / HSC Certificate or Provisional
• Latest caste certificate in Central Govt format for SC/ST/OBC-NCL (OBC-NCL not older than 12 months as on 31.12.2025)
• EWS certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhaar Card & PAN Card
• Aadhaar-seeded bank passbook (first page) & cancelled cheque
• Recent colour passport photo
• Signature in blue ink (scanned)

How to Apply for IOCL Eastern Region Apprenticeship 2025-26 (Step-by-Step)

As per Section F & H of the notification:

Step 1: Register on NATS / NAPS Portal

Based on your qualification:

• Trade Apprentice – ITI & DEO (Codes 107–111, 113, 114):
  Register at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ (NAPS).
• Technician Apprentice – Diploma (Codes 101–106) & Graduate Apprentice (112):
  Register at https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php (NATS).

Create your apprentice profile with personal and educational details.

Step 2: Apply Against IOCL Eastern Region Establishment IDs

• Login to NATS/NAPS with your User ID / Email ID
• Search for IOCL Eastern Region opportunities and apply against the following Establishment IDs:
  • NATS: EWBKOC000077
  • NAPS: E05201900011

Step 3: Fill Microsoft Form (Mandatory Second Step)

After applying on NATS/NAPS, you must also submit details through a Microsoft Form:

• Provide:
  • Personal & educational details
  • NATS/NAPS registration details
  • Choice of 3 locations for Apprenticeship training and Document Verification

If you don’t submit the Microsoft Form by 09.01.2026, you will not receive a call letter for DV and will not be considered further.

Step 4: Monitor Email & IOCL Website

• Keep same email ID and mobile number active for at least 1 year.
• Regularly check the IOCL apprenticeship page for updates / corrigendum:
  https://www.iocl.com/apprenticeships

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