Top News

Good news for 12th pass youth, Indian Oil announces recruitment; applications open for apprenticeships

Siddhi Jain | February 3, 2026 5:15 PM CST

Indian Oil Corporation Limited has released a notification for apprentice recruitment in its Pipeline Division; interested candidates can apply by the specified date.

Indian Oil Corporation Limited has released a notification for apprenticeship recruitment in its Pipeline Division. A total of 394 posts will be filled across different regions of the country under this recruitment. The application process is entirely online.

This recruitment by IOCL is for the Pipeline Division and includes both technical and non-technical apprentice positions. Selected candidates will receive apprenticeship training for a specified period, which will provide them with better career opportunities in the future.

A total of 394 posts are available in this recruitment. 101 posts are in the Eastern Region, 136 in the Western Region, 54 in the Northern Region, 40 in the Southern Region, and 36 in the South-Eastern Region. Candidates can apply according to their region.

Applicants must have passed 12th grade or possess an ITI certificate. For some positions, a diploma or a graduation degree is also required. Educational qualifications vary depending on the post, so please check the eligibility criteria before applying.

The minimum age for candidates is 18 years, and the maximum age is 24 years. Reserved category candidates will be given age relaxation as per government rules.

The last date to apply online for the IOCL Pipeline Division Apprenticeship 2026 is February 10, 2026. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date and complete the application process in time.

For the IOCL apprenticeship, candidates need to register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in or nats.education.gov.in. Create login details using your email and mobile number, and then log in to the portal using your registration number and password. After logging in, fill out the form by clicking on the "Apply Online" option, and upload your photo, signature, and necessary documents. Submit the form after paying the application fee and keep a printout of the submitted form for your records. For more information, please visit the official IOCL website.