Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Gujarat Refinery has announced a major recruitment drive for 2026, offering 566 apprenticeship positions for ITI holders, diploma engineers, and graduates. This is a great opportunity to work with a leading PSU of the Government of India under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973.

Notably, there is no written exam for this recruitment, and selection will be based solely on academic merit. The complete registration and application process is detailed below. The starting date for the online applications is 7 February 2026, and the last date is 20 February 2026.

1. Vacancy Details & Trade List

2. Eligibility Criteria (Age & Education)

3. Selection Process: No Written Test

4. Important Dates to Remember

5. Step-by-Step Application Guide

6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

✅ IOCL Gujarat Refinery Apprentice Vacancy 2026 List

The recruitment covers a wide range of technical and non-technical trades:

Trade Name	Total Vacancies
Trade Apprentice - Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)	113
Technician Apprentice - Chemical	105
Technician Apprentice - Electrical	95
Trade Apprentice - Fitter (Mechanical)	79
Technician Apprentice - Mechanical	77
Technician Apprentice - Instrumentation	49
Trade Apprentice - Boiler (Mechanical)	18
Data Entry Operator (Fresher & Skill Certificate)	27
Others (Secretarial Assistant, Accountant)	03

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as of 31.01.2026)

Minimum Age: 18 Years.
Maximum Age: 24 years for general/EWS candidates.
Relaxations: SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year relaxation, OBC (NCL) candidates receive a 3-year relaxation, and PwBD candidates receive a 10-year relaxation.

Educational Qualifications

Attendant Operator/Boiler: B.Sc. (Maths, Physics, Chemistry, or Industrial Chemistry).
Fitter: Matric with a 2-year ITI in the fitter trade.
Technician Apprentices: 3-year Diploma in relevant engineering fields (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, etc.).
Secretarial Assistant: B.A., B.Sc., or B.Com.
Accountant: B.Com.
Date Entry Operator: Class XII Pass (skill certificate required for specific posts).

✅ Selection Process: No Written Test

Selection is purely merit-based. A merit list will be prepared in descending order of percentage of marks obtained in your qualifying examination (ITI, Diploma, or Degree). Shortlisted candidates will then be called for Document Verification (DV).

✅ Important Dates for 2026

Online Application Starts: 07 February 2026 (10:00 AM).
Application Deadline: 20 February 2026 (5:00 PM).
Tentative DV List Publication: 26 February 2026.
Tentative Document Verification: 05 March 2026 to 10 March 2026.

✅ How to Apply: Step-by-Step

Applications must be submitted through the NAPS/NATS portals, followed by a mandatory Google Form.

1. Portal Registration: Register on the NAPS portal (for ITI trades) or NATS portal (for Diploma/Graduate trades) and ensure your profile is 100% complete.

2. Find Opportunity: Search for the Gujarat Refinery apprentice opportunity on your respective portal between Feb 7 and Feb 20, 2026.

3. Submit Google Form: After applying on the portal, you must fill out the advertisement.

4. Maintain Contact: Keep your mobile number and email active for at least one year for recruitment updates.

Important Links

Official Website: iocl.com
Download Notification: Click Here
ITI Registration (NAPS): Click Here
Diploma/Graduate Registration (NATS): Click Here
IOCL Apprentice Online Google Form: Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the monthly stipend for these roles?

The stipend is paid as per the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, and internal IOCL guidelines.

Q2: Can I apply for more than one trade?

No, candidates should apply for only one trade or discipline.

Q3: Is there an application fee?

There is no application fee for this recruitment.

Q4: When is the final deadline to submit the online application?

The online application process ends on February 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM (17:00 Hrs.). It is recommended to complete both the portal registration and the Google Form well before this time.

Q5: How exactly is the merit list calculated?

Selection is based on the percentage of marks obtained in your qualifying examination. The merit list is prepared in descending order based on the aggregate marks across all subjects, years, or semesters.

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