IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 1,450 Posts, Apply by 12 August
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has invited applications for Apprentice Engagement 2026-27 at its Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973. A total of 1,450 seats are on offer across Trade and Technician Apprentice categories — no written test, selection is purely merit-based.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Unit | Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex |
| Advertisement No. | PR/P/Apprentice/60 (2026-27) |
| Total Seats | 1,450 |
| Application Start | 14 July 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Application End | 12 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Document Verification List | 20 August 2026 (tentative) |
| Document Verification | 27 Aug – 3 Sep 2026 (tentative) |
| Age Limit | 18–24 years (as on 31-07-2026), relaxation for SC/OBC(NCL)/PwBD |
| Selection | Merit list on qualifying marks; no written exam/interview |
| Apply Mode | NAPS/NATS portal + mandatory Microsoft Forms |
Trade/Discipline-wise Seats
| Code | Trade/Discipline | Qualification | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | B.Sc. (Maths/Physics/Chemistry/Ind. Chemistry) | 274 |
| 102 | Fitter | Matric + ITI Fitter (2 yrs) | 314 |
| 104 | Technician (Chemical) | Diploma in Chemical/Petrochemical Engg. | 327 |
| 105 | Technician (Mechanical) | Diploma in Mechanical Engg. | 83 |
| 106 | Technician (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engg. | 277 |
| 107 | Technician (Instrumentation) | Diploma in Instrumentation Engg. | 70 |
| 108 | Secretarial Assistant (Panipat) | B.A./B.Sc./B.Com | 21 |
| 108 | Secretarial Assistant (New Delhi) | B.A./B.Sc./B.Com | 9 |
| 109 | Accountant | B.Com | 2 |
| 110 | Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | Class XII pass | 55 |
| 111 | Data Entry Operator (Skill Cert.) | Class XII + DDEO skill certificate | 18 |
Eligibility Highlights
- Minimum marks: 50% aggregate (45% for SC/PwBD in reserved seats)
- Age (as on 31-07-2026): 18–24 years, general; +5 yrs SC, +3 yrs OBC(NCL), +10 yrs PwBD
- Not eligible: Candidates with 1+ year work experience, B.E./B.Tech/MBA/CA/LLB/MCA holders, results-awaited candidates, part-time/distance-education qualification holders
- One application only: Candidates may apply to just one trade/discipline
- NAPS/NATS registration mandatory before applying
How to Apply
- Register on NAPS (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) for codes 101, 102, 108, 109, 110, 111 — or NATS/BOAT (nats.education.gov.in) for codes 104–107.
- Apply against the Panipat Refinery opportunity (Establishment ID: NHRPPC000003 for NATS / E10150600035 for NAPS).
- Mandatorily fill the additional Microsoft Forms on iocl.com.
- Both steps must be completed for a valid application.
Apply here: IOCL Official Website → What's New → Panipat Refinery Apprentice 2026
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FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies does IOCL Panipat Refinery have in 2026? 1,450 apprentice seats across 11 trade/discipline codes.
Q2. What is the last date to apply? 12 August 2026, 5:00 PM.
Q3. Is there a written exam? No. Selection is based on merit (aggregate marks) with no written test or interview.
Q4. Where do I register — NAPS or NATS? Codes 101, 102, 108, 109, 110, 111 → NAPS portal. Codes 104, 105, 106, 107 (Technician Apprentice) → NATS/BOAT portal.
Q5. Does completing the apprenticeship guarantee a job at IOCL? No. IOCL has no obligation to offer employment after apprenticeship completion.
Q6. Can I apply for more than one trade? No. Applying to multiple trades leads to summary rejection of all applications.
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