Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released official notifications for the recruitment of 178 Technician and Trade Apprentice posts in its Assam refineries – Bongaigaon, Guwahati, and Digboi. Eligible candidates can apply online through the NAPS/NATS portals and the IOCL Microsoft Form.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
- Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
- Post Name: Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 178 Posts
- Job Location: Assam
- Mode of Application: Online
- Last Date: 20–25 February 2026 (Refinery-wise)
Refinery-wise Vacancy Details
| Refinery | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Bongaigaon Refinery | 88 |
| Guwahati Refinery | 42 |
| Digboi Refinery | 48 |
Trade / Discipline-wise Vacancy
- Trade Apprentice (Attendant Operator – Chemical): 87
- Trade Apprentice (Boiler – Mechanical): 26
- Technician Apprentice (Chemical): 35
- Technician Apprentice (Mechanical): 11
- Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation): 19
Stipend
The stipend will be paid as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 / Apprentices Rules, 1992 and IOCL guidelines.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 31.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years (General/EWS)
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC/MOBC (NCL): 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- PwBD + OBC (NCL): 13 Years
- PwBD + SC/ST: 15 Years
Educational Qualification
- Trade Apprentice (Chemical / Boiler): 3 Years B.Sc with Physics, Chemistry & Maths / Industrial Chemistry
- Technician Apprentice (Chemical): 3 Years Diploma in Chemical / Petrochemical / Refinery Engineering
- Technician Apprentice (Mechanical): 3 Years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation): 3 Years Diploma in Instrumentation / Electronics / Control Engineering
How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Step 1: NAPS / NATS Registration
- Trade Apprentice: Register at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Technician Apprentice: Register at nats.education.gov.in
- Search IOCL apprenticeship opportunity and apply for the relevant trade
Step 2: IOCL Microsoft Form (Mandatory)
After applying through NAPS/NATS, candidates must submit details via the IOCL Microsoft Form available on the official website. Only one response should be submitted.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 07 February 2026
- Last Date – Bongaigaon Refinery: 20 February 2026
- Last Date – Guwahati Refinery: 24 February 2026
- Last Date – Digboi Refinery: 25 February 2026
Important Links
- Microsoft Form: Bongaigaon | Guwahati | Digboi
- NAPS / NATS Registration: NAPS | NATS
- Advertisement PDF: Bongaigaon | Guwahati | Digboi
- Official Website: https://iocl.com
Conclusion
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for diploma and science graduates in Assam to gain hands-on experience in one of India’s largest public sector enterprises. Eligible candidates should apply online before the respective refinery-wise last dates.