Age
18-24 Years
Min Qualification
12th
Location
All India
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a prestigious Fortune "Global 500" company and one of India's largest commercial powerhouses, has announced an exciting opportunity for young aspirants. Under its Skill Building Initiative for the Nation, the Marketing Division (Eastern Region) is looking to engage 150 Apprentices across various technical and non-technical disciplines.
This is a golden chance for freshers to kickstart their careers with a Maharatna PSU. Whether you have completed your schooling, ITI, Diploma, or Degree, this 12-month training program offers hands-on industry experience that is highly valued in the Indian job market. If you are looking to bridge the gap between education and professional life, this apprenticeship is the perfect stepping stone.
Trade Apprentice (Fitter/Electrician/Electronic/Instrument/Machinist): Matric with regular full-time ITI in the relevant trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
Technician Apprentice (Mechanical/Electrical/Civil/Instrumentation, etc.): 3-year regular full-time Diploma in the relevant engineering branch with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
Graduate Apprentice: Regular B.A., B.Com, B.Sc, or BBA degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
Data Entry Operator (DEO): Class 12th pass (but below Graduate) with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
General / OBC / EWS: ₹0 (Exempted)
SC / ST / PwBD: ₹0 (Exempted)
Note: The notification does not mention any application fee for these apprenticeship roles.
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Can I apply if I have a B.E. or B.Tech degree?
Ans: No. Candidates with higher professional qualifications like B.E./B.Tech, MBA, CA, or LLB are not eligible.
Is there any stipend?
Ans: Yes, monthly stipends are paid as per the Apprentices Act and current government rules.
What is the duration of the training?
Ans: The apprenticeship training period is 12 months.
I completed my Diploma in 2020. Am I eligible?
Ans: No. For Technician/Graduate roles, you must have passed between 01.04.2022 and 28.02.2026.
Can I apply for more than one post?
Ans: No. You can only apply for one discipline code. Multiple applications will be rejected.
Is a permanent job guaranteed after training?
Ans: No. IOCL has no obligation to provide permanent employment after the apprenticeship ends.
Do I need to pay any application fee?
Ans: No, there is no application fee mentioned in the official notification.
Is distance learning education accepted?
Ans: No. Only regular full-time courses from recognized institutes are eligible.
What if my result date isn't on my marksheet?
Ans: You must obtain a certificate from your Principal/Institute confirming the result declaration date.
Are PwBD candidates eligible for technical roles?
Ans: PwBD candidates are not eligible for technical discipline codes 101 to 111 due to the hazardous nature of the industry.