IOCL Gujarat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: notification released for 566 Apprentice posts. Check eligibility, age limit, trade-wise vacancies, selection process and apply online before 20 February 2026.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Gujarat Refinery has released the official notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2026 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 566 Apprentice vacancies are announced for Trade Apprentice and Technician Apprentice posts in multiple disciplines. Eligible candidates can apply online through NAPS/NATS portals from 07 February 2026 to 20 February 2026.
IOCL Gujarat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Refinery Unit | Gujarat Refinery |
| Advertisement No. | JR/02/2025-26 |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 566 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
| Start Date | 07 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Official Website | iocl.com |
Post Details (Trade-wise Vacancies)
| Code | Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 101 | Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical) | 113 |
| 102 | Trade Apprentice – Fitter | 79 |
| 103 | Trade Apprentice – Boiler | 18 |
| 104 | Technician Apprentice – Chemical | 105 |
| 105 | Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | 77 |
| 106 | Technician Apprentice – Electrical | 95 |
| 107 | Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | 49 |
| 108 | Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant | 02 |
| 109 | Trade Apprentice – Accountant | 01 |
| 110 | Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 13 |
| 111 | Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder) | 14 |
Total Vacancies: 566
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Attendant Operator / Boiler | B.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Maths / Industrial Chemistry) |
| Fitter | Matric + ITI (Fitter) |
| Technician Apprentice (Chemical) | Diploma in Chemical / Petrochemical / Refinery Engg |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics |
| Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation) | Diploma in Instrumentation / Electronics |
| Secretarial Assistant | BA / BSc / BCom |
| Accountant | BCom |
| Data Entry Operator | Class 12 Pass / Skill Certificate (as applicable) |
👉 Qualification must be regular full-time from a recognized institute.
👉 Minimum 50% marks required (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).
Age Limit (as on 31-01-2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
| SC/ST | +5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | +3 Years |
| PwBD | +10 Years |
Salary / Stipend
Selected candidates will receive monthly stipend as per Apprentices Act, 1961 / Apprentices Rules and IOCL guidelines.
Application Fees
✔ No Application Fee for all categories.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 07 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 February 2026 |
| Merit List (Tentative) | 26 February 2026 |
| Document Verification | 05 – 10 March 2026 |
Selection Process
- No Written Examination
- Selection based on percentage of marks in prescribed qualification
- Merit list prepared trade-wise
- Tie-breaking based on date of birth
- Final selection after document verification & medical fitness
How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Step-by-Step Process:
- Visit official website iocl.com
- Register on:
- NAPS Portal (Trade Apprentices)
- NATS Portal (Technician Apprentices)
- Apply for the relevant apprenticeship opportunity
- Fill additional Microsoft / Google Form
- Submit application before 20 February 2026
⚠️ Both Step-I and Step-II are mandatory
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (NAPS) | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| Apply Online (NATS) | nats.education.gov.in |
| Official Website | iocl.com |
Candidates are advised to apply only through the official NAPS/NATS portals and carefully read the official IOCL Gujarat Refinery Apprentice Notification 2026 before submitting the application.
