ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 3047 Vacancies

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Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 3,047
Employment Type
Employment Type: Internship, Temporary
Pay Scale
Pay Scale: ₹8,200 - ₹12,300 per month
Qualification
Qualification: 10th Class, 12th Class, ITI in relevant trades, Diploma in Engineering, or Graduate degree (B.A, B.Com, B.Sc, B.B.A, B.E., B.Tech) depending on trade/discipline.
Experience Required
Experience Required: This recruitment is suitable for both freshers and experienced candidates, with some posts asking for relevant work experience of up to 3 years. Check the role-wise criteria in the official notification 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.

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has announced a major engagement drive for 3,047 Apprentices across 24 work centres nationwide under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Opportunities span multiple disciplines across Northern, Mumbai, Western, Eastern, Southern, and Central sectors under both NAPS and NATS schemes. Candidates seeking hands-on technical and operational training in a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise can apply online through the respective government apprenticeship portals before the specified deadline.

  • Covers 3,047 apprentice seats distributed across 24 operational work centres in India.
  • Engagement covers various ITI trades, Engineering Diplomas, and Graduate disciplines under NAPS and NATS.
  • Monthly stipend ranges from Rs. 8,200 to Rs. 12,300 depending on candidate qualification.
  • Selection is purely merit-based on marks obtained in the qualifying educational examination.
  • Candidates must meet the specific domicile or qualification eligibility rules per work centre.
Notification

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Additional Salary Information

Monthly stipend payable: Graduate Apprentice Rs. 12,300/-, Diploma Apprentice Rs. 10,900/-, Trade Apprentice (10th/12th) Rs. 8,200/-, Trade Apprentice (1-yr ITI) Rs. 9,600/-, Trade Apprentice (2-yr ITI) Rs. 10,560/-.

Important Dates

Notification Date 29.10.2026
Opening of online application portal 29.10.2026
Last date for receiving of applications 20.11.2026
Date of Result/Selection 15.12.2026

Selection Process

Preparation of provisional merit list trade-wise and work-centre-wise based on marks in qualifying exam.
Tie-breaking rule: Older candidate given preference in case of merit tie.
Shortlisting for Document Verification at designated ONGC venues.
Finalisation of merit list post certificate verification.

Application Fees

Refer official detailed notification

Reservation

Reservations apply for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, and PwBD as per Government of India guidelines.
Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL).
PwBD age relaxation: Up to 10 years (15 years for SC/ST, 13 years for OBC-NCL).

How to Apply

  • Check eligibility and confirm residence/qualification district criteria specified under Annexure 1.
  • Identify the appropriate apprenticeship scheme (NAPS or NATS) for the desired trade/discipline.
  • For NAPS trades, register and apply online via https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
  • For NATS trades, register and apply online via https://nats.education.gov.in.
  • Ensure all personal, educational, and registration details are correctly submitted prior to the deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date to submit online applications on the respective NAPS or NATS portals is 20 November 2026.

Selection is based on a provisional merit list prepared using marks obtained in the prescribed qualifying examination, followed by document verification.

No, engagement as an apprentice is for a 12-month period under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and does not confer any right to regular employment in ONGC.