Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released the official notification for the engagement of Apprentices for 2025–26 under the Apprenticeship Act 1973. This recruitment drive invites Engineering Diploma holders from across India for 100 Technician Apprentice posts in various engineering disciplines.
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The apprenticeship training will be provided across multiple locations in the Southern States only—Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Puducherry.
This article covers complete details, including eligibility, age limit, stipend, vacancy break-up, selection process, and step-by-step application through the NATS Portal.
IOCL Technician Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26
IOCL will engage apprentices in the Diploma (Technician) category with a total of 100 training places across five engineering disciplines.
| Organisation | Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL) |
|---|---|
| Apprenticeship Advertisement- NATS ID | AATN25111111878751 |
| Training Locations | Southern States |
| Total Posts | 100 (Diploma Technician Apprentices) |
| Training Duration | One Year |
| Application Mode | Online via the NATS portal |
| Application Start Date | 13 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Enrol in NATS | 31 January 2026 |
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Vacancy Details – 100 IOCL Technician Apprentice Posts
The discipline-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:
| S. No. | Discipline | No. of Training Places | Monthly Stipend (INR) | Duration of Training |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mechanical Engineering | 20 | ₹13,400 | One Year |
| 2 | Civil Engineering | 20 | ₹13,400 | One Year |
| 3 | Electrical Engineering | 20 | ₹13,400 | One Year |
| 4 | Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 20 | ₹13,400 | One Year |
| 5 | Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering / Electronics | 20 | ₹13,400 | One Year |
| Total | 100 | — | ||
Eligibility Criteria for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment:
1. Educational Qualification
- A Diploma in Engineering or technology (Full-time) granted by a State Council or Board of Technical Education is established by the State Government in the relevant discipline.
- A Diploma in Engineering or Technology (Full-time) granted by a University in a relevant discipline.
- A Diploma in Engineering and Technology granted by an Institution recognised by the State Government or the Central Government as equivalent to the above.
2. Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- Age will be calculated as of 30.11.2025
Relaxations:
- SC/ST → +5 years (up to 29 years)
- OBC (NCL) → +3 years (up to 27 years)
- PwBD → +10 years (extended for SC/ST/OBC accordingly)
3. Selection Process:
- Selection will be purely merit-based.
- Merit will be calculated based on the percentage of marks in the diploma qualification.
- Shortlisted candidates will receive communication through their registered email ID.
- No written exam, no interview.
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 13 November 2025 |
| Last date for enrolling in the NATS portal to apply to “ IOCL” | 31 January 2026 |
| Further Process Intimation | Via registered email by IOCL |
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How to Apply – Step-by-Step Process (NATS Portal)
- Visit: https://nats.education.gov.in
- Click Student Register
- Fill out the application and complete enrollment
- Receive 12-digit ATN enrollment number
- Log in → Apply for Indian Oil Corporation Limited
Important:
- Upload Marksheet or Provisional Certificate.
- Enter the exact percentage of marks.
- Applications without a percentage will be rejected.
Important Web-Links of IOCL Apprentice Recruitment
Key Benefits of Joining the IOCL Apprenticeship 2025-26
- Opportunity to train with a Maharatna PSU.
- Hands-on exposure in core engineering fields.
- Monthly stipend of ₹13,400.
- Certification under the Apprenticeship Act 1973.
- Training in multiple southern-state IOCL facilities.
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