Apprentice Recruitment at Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex – IOCL 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1,450
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Internship
- Qualification
- Qualification: Matric with ITI, Class XII, Diploma in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation), or Graduate (B.Sc, B.A, B.Com) depending on the trade.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: This recruitment appears suitable for a mix of fresher and experienced candidates, depending on the post. Applicants should review the official notification for the exact experience expectations before applying.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 24 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Vacancies under this Notification
This list may not include all posts.
- Technician Apprentice Discipline - Chemical 327 Vacancies
- Technician Apprentice Discipline - Electrical 277 Vacancies
- Technician Apprentice Discipline - Instrumentation 70 Vacancies
- Technician Apprentice Discipline - Mechanical 83 Vacancies
- Trade Apprentice - Accountant 2 Vacancies
- Trade Apprentice - Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) 274 Vacancies
- Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices) 55 Vacancies
- Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) 18 Vacancies
- Trade Apprentice - Secretarial Assistant 30 Vacancies
- Trade Apprentice (Fitter) 314 Vacancies
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has announced a major recruitment drive for Apprentices at its Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex for the 2026-27 session. This initiative offers a structured pathway for technical and non-technical graduates, diploma holders, and ITI certificate holders to gain hands-on industrial experience in one of India's premier Fortune 500 companies. The program is designed to build essential skills in the petroleum refining sector, providing a significant career launchpad for young professionals seeking to enter the energy industry. Eligible candidates can apply for various trades including Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, and Data Entry roles through the NAPS/NATS portals.
- This recruitment provides a prestigious opportunity to train within a hazardous industry environment, emphasizing safety and technical excellence.
- Candidates must ensure their NAPS/NATS profiles are 100% updated before applying to avoid immediate rejection during the automated screening process.
- The selection is purely merit-based, calculated from the aggregate marks of all semesters in the qualifying examination, with no written test required.
- Successful apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act and are provided with essential safety gear like helmets and safety shoes.
- Applicants should be mindful of the specific eligibility cut-off date of July 31, 2026, for both age and qualification requirements.
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Additional Salary Information
Stipend is payable as per the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and Apprentices Rules 1992 as amended from time to time.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Merit-based selection on aggregate marks of qualifying exam Tie-breaking based on Date of Birth (Seniority) Secondary tie-breaking based on Matriculation marks Document Verification Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Examination
Application Fees
No Application Fee
Reservation
Reservation as per Haryana State guidelines for SC, OBC (NCL), EWS, and PwBD.
No reservation for ST category in the State of Haryana.
5% relaxation in qualifying marks for SC and PwBD candidates.
How to Apply
- Register on the NAPS portal (for codes 101, 102, 108-111) or NATS portal (for codes 104-107).
- Search for 'IOCL, Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex' in the opportunities section.
- Apply for the specific trade/discipline matching your qualification.
- After applying on the portal, visit www.iocl.com to find the mandatory Microsoft Form link.
- Fill out the Microsoft Form with the same details used in the NAPS/NATS portal.
- Ensure the email and mobile number remain active for at least one year.
- Submit the form before the deadline of 12-08-2026 (17:00 Hrs).
- Keep a printout of the portal registration and the submitted form for document verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, candidates are allowed to apply for only one trade or discipline. Applying for multiple positions will lead to the summary rejection of all applications.
No, there is no written test. Selection is based on the percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed qualifying examination in descending order of merit.
No, candidates possessing higher professional qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB, or MCA are not eligible to apply for these apprentice positions.
