Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division, Western Region has invited online applications for engagement of Technician, Graduate and Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 335 apprenticeship slots are to be filled at IOCL locations in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and the Union Territories of Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli under Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 dated 05 October 2026.

The IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026 online application process opened on 05 October 2026, and the last date to apply is 04 November 2026 till 5:00 PM. Candidates must apply only through the NATS or NAPS portal. On this page, diploma, ITI and graduate aspirants can find all important details of this apprenticeship notification.

IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026

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Organization

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division)

Advertisement No.

IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27

Post Name

Technician, Graduate and Trade Apprentices

Total Slots

335

Age Limit

18 to 24 Years (as on 30.09.2026)

Training Period

12 Months

Qualification

Diploma / ITI / 12th / Graduation (discipline-wise)

Selection Process

Merit (Qualification Marks) + DV + Medical

Training Location

Western Region States / UTs

Last Date

04 November 2026 (5:00 PM)

✅ IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026 Discipline Codes:

Code Apprentice Discipline Essential Qualification
101 Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) 3-year full-time Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
102 Technician Apprentice (Electrical) 3-year full-time Diploma in Electrical Engineering
103 Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation) 3-year full-time Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering
104 Technician Apprentice (Civil) 3-year full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering
105 Technician Apprentice (Electrical & Electronics) 3-year full-time Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering
106 Technician Apprentice (Electronics) 3-year full-time Diploma in Electronics Engineering
107 Trade Apprentice (Fitter) Matric + 2-year ITI (Fitter), NCVT/SCVT
108 Trade Apprentice (Electrician) Matric + 2-year ITI (Electrician), NCVT/SCVT
109 Trade Apprentice (Electronics Mechanic) Matric + 2-year ITI (Electronics Mechanic), NCVT/SCVT
110 Trade Apprentice (Instrument Mechanic) Matric + 2-year ITI (Instrument Mechanic), NCVT/SCVT
111 Trade Apprentice (Machinist) Matric + 2-year ITI (Machinist), NCVT/SCVT
112 Graduate Apprentice Regular full-time BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA or Graduate in any discipline
113 Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher) Class 12th (below Graduate)
114 Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate) Class 12th (below Graduate) + Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate

Discipline-wise slot numbers are given in the detailed notification. Candidates must apply only against vacancies notified for Western Region states and UTs. Selection of a training location outside the notified states will lead to rejection.

✅ IOCL WR Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria:

  • Diploma disciplines (101 to 106): 3-year regular full-time Diploma in the relevant engineering branch with minimum 50% marks for General, EWS and OBC-NCL, and 45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates against reserved positions.
  • ITI disciplines (107 to 111): Matriculation with a regular full-time 2-year ITI course in the relevant trade, recognised by NCVT/SCVT.
  • Graduate Apprentice (112): Regular full-time Graduate in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD against reserved positions).
  • Data Entry Operator Fresher (113): Class 12th, but below Graduate, with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD against reserved positions).
  • Data Entry Operator Skill Certificate (114): Class 12th, but below Graduate, plus a Skill Certificate of Domestic Data Entry Operator for training of less than one year, issued by an awarding body recognised under NSQF or any other authority recognised by the Central Government.
  • Qualification must be a full-time regular course. Part-time, correspondence and distance-learning qualifications are not eligible.
  • Age Limit (as on 30.09.2026): Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years.
  • Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years (up to 29 years), OBC-NCL – 3 years (up to 27 years), for posts reserved for them. PwBD – up to 10 years (up to 15 years for SC/ST and up to 13 years for OBC-NCL).

✅ Training Location and Period:

Period of apprenticeship training: 12 months.

Training locations are restricted to Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, UT of Daman & Diu and UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli. This engagement is under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and does not confer any right to appointment in IOCL.

✅ IOCL WR Apprentice 2026 Selection Process:

  • Candidates must register successfully on the NAPS / NATS portal and apply against the notification.
  • There will be no written test and no interview.
  • Merit list will be prepared on the basis of percentage of marks in the essential prescribed qualification.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification.
  • Pre-engagement medical fitness test is compulsory.
  • Profile on NAPS / NATS must be 100% complete. Corrections, if any, must be taken up with the NAPS / NATS office.

✅ Important Dates:

Event

Schedule

Notification Date

05 October 2026

Opening of Online Application

05 October 2026 (10:00 AM)

Last Date of Online Application

04 November 2026 (5:00 PM)

Age Reckoning Date

30 September 2026

Document Verification

To be intimated on registered email

✅ Important Links:

IOCL WR Apprentice 2026 Notification Download Notification
NATS Online Application Portal Apply on NATS
NAPS Online Application Portal Apply on NAPS
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✅ How to Apply for IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026:

Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE ONLY through the NATS or NAPS portal, as applicable to the discipline. No other mode of application will be accepted.

➢ Step 1: Register on the NATS portal for Graduate / Technician Apprentices, or on the NAPS portal for Trade Apprentices, and complete the profile to 100%.

➢ Step 2: Read Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 and select only a Western Region location.

➢ Step 3: Apply against the relevant discipline code between 05 October 2026, 10:00 AM and 04 November 2026, 5:00 PM.

➢ Step 4: Ensure personal, educational and category details are correct. For corrections, contact the NAPS / NATS office.

➢ Step 5: Keep documents ready for verification. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email and must also clear the pre-engagement medical test.

✅ FAQs:

How many apprentice slots are notified in IOCL Western Region Recruitment 2026?

A total of 335 slots are notified for Technician, Graduate and Trade Apprentices under Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27.

What is the last date to apply for IOCL WR Apprentice 2026?

The last date for online application is 04 November 2026 up to 5:00 PM. The portal opened on 05 October 2026 at 10:00 AM.

What is the age limit for IOCL Western Region Apprentice?

Candidates must be between 18 and 24 years as on 30.09.2026. Age relaxation is admissible for SC/ST, OBC-NCL and PwBD candidates as per the advertisement.

Is there a written test for IOCL WR Apprentice 2026?

No. There is no written test or interview. Merit will be prepared on the percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification, followed by document verification and medical fitness.

How to apply for IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Apply only through the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in or the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, after completing the profile, between 05 October 2026 and 04 November 2026.



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