IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply for 335 Posts

Table of Contents

1. IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
2. Vacancy Details
3. Educational Qualification
4. Age Limit
5. Application Fee
6. Important Dates
7. Selection Process
8. How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice 2026
9. Important Links
10. Frequently Asked Questions
11. Disclaimer
12. Other Recent Jobs

✓ Last verified on 18 October 2026 from official notification

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Marketing Division, Western Region has released the IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 dated 05-10-2026) for 335 Technician, Trade and Graduate Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Training locations are in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli. Candidates must apply through the NATS or NAPS portal on or before 04 November 2026 (5:00 PM). There is no written test or interview; selection is based on merit.

IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division), Western Region
Post Name	Technician Apprentice, Trade Apprentice (ITI / Data Entry Operator), Graduate Apprentice
Advertisement / Notification Number	IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 dated 05-10-2026
Total Vacancies	Total Vacancies: 335
Job Location	Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli
Application Mode	Online through NATS / NAPS portal
Official Website	iocl.com
Apply Start Date	05 October 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply	Last Date: 04 November 2026 (5:00 PM)

Vacancy Details

State / UT	Vacancies	Post-wise Breakup / Stipend
Maharashtra	149	Technician 33, Trade (ITI) 8, Graduate 100, Data Entry Operator 8
Gujarat	57	Technician 17, Trade (ITI) 8, Graduate 29, Data Entry Operator 3
Madhya Pradesh	57	Technician 17, Trade (ITI) 8, Graduate 29, Data Entry Operator 3
Goa	18	Technician 8, Trade (ITI) 4, Graduate 4, Data Entry Operator 2
Chhattisgarh	18	Technician 8, Trade (ITI) 4, Graduate 4, Data Entry Operator 2
Dadra & Nagar Haveli	18	Technician 8, Trade (ITI) 4, Graduate 4, Data Entry Operator 2
Daman & Diu	18	Technician 8, Trade (ITI) 4, Graduate 4, Data Entry Operator 2
Total	335	Stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Apprentices Rules as amended. Seats are tentative.

Educational Qualification

Post Name	Required Qualification	Additional Requirement / Experience
Technician Apprentice (Codes 101-106)	3-year regular full-time Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics or Electronics Engineering	Minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD); qualification acquired between 01.04.2023 and 30.09.2026
Trade Apprentice (Codes 107-111)	Matric with 2-year regular full-time ITI in Fitter OR Electrician OR Electronics Mechanic OR Instrument Mechanic OR Machinist (NCVT/SCVT)	Qualification acquired between 01.04.2022 and 30.09.2026
Graduate Apprentice (Code 112)	Regular full-time graduate degree (BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA) in any discipline	Minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD); qualification acquired between 01.04.2023 and 30.09.2026
Data Entry Operator (Codes 113-114)	Class 12th (below graduate) with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD)	Code 114 also needs a Domestic Data Entry Operator Skill Certificate

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 24 years
• Age Calculation Date: 30 September 2026
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST 5 years; OBC-NCL 3 years; PwBD 10 years (15 years for SC/ST and 13 years for OBC-NCL)

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee	Payment Mode
All Candidates	Not Mentioned in Official Notification	Not Mentioned in Official Notification

Important Dates

Event	Date
Opening of Online Application	05 October 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date of Online Application	04 November 2026 (5:00 PM)
Eligibility Reckoning Date	30 September 2026

Selection Process

1. Registration on the NAPS/NATS portal and applying against the notification. There will be no written test or interview.
2. Merit list prepared on the percentage of marks in the essential qualification.
3. Document verification and pre-engagement medical fitness test.
4. Offer of engagement for apprenticeship training (12 months).

How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice 2026

1. Register on the relevant portal: Trade Apprentice (ITI/Data Entry Operator) at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in; Technician and Graduate Apprentice at nats.education.gov.in.
2. Log in and apply with the IOCL (Marketing Division) Western Region Establishment ID: NATS – WMHMCC000053, NAPS – E01172700332.
3. Choose only one discipline code and only states of the Western Region.
4. Ensure your profile is 100% complete and submit before 04 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
5. Keep PAN, Aadhaar, bank account details and scanned certificates ready.

Important Links

Link	URL
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Apply Online Link	Apply Online
Official Website	iocl.com/apprenticeships

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many posts are there in IOCL Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

There are 335 apprentice posts across the Western Region.

2. What is the last date to apply?

The last date is 04 November 2026 up to 5:00 PM.

3. Is there a written test or interview?

No. The merit list is based on percentage of marks in the essential qualification.

4. What is the age limit?

Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years as on 30.09.2026, with relaxation for reserved categories.

5. How long is the apprenticeship training?

The period of apprenticeship training is 12 months.

6. Can I apply for more than one discipline?

No. Candidates must apply for any one discipline code only; multiple applications will be rejected.

Disclaimer

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. The information in this article is prepared for quick reference only. For complete and updated details, including eligibility conditions, reservation rules, and application instructions, please visit the official website or read the official notification.

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