Official source: IOCL Advt. No. IOCL/CO-HR/RECTT/2026/01 dated 14.08.2026 for recruitment of Executives (Graduate Engineer, Officer-Marketing, Law Officer, Assistant Quality Control Officer, Diploma Engineer) through Computer Based Test. Applicants must apply online at www.iocl.com; no hardcopy or manual applications are accepted.
IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 Overview
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Advertisement No. | IOCL/CO-HR/RECTT/2026/01 |
| Notification Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Posts Advertised | Graduate Engineer (Grade A), Officer – Marketing (Grade A), Law Officer (Grade A), Assistant Quality Control Officer (Grade A0), Diploma Engineer (Grade E0) |
| Total Vacancies | 470 (Grade A: 411, Grade A0: 9, Grade E0: 50) |
| Recruitment Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Group Discussion (GD), Group Task (GT) and Personal Interview (PI) |
| Application Mode | Online only, via www.iocl.com |
IOCL Executive Recruitment Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 14 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 03 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Issuance of Admit Card | 15 September 2026 |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | 24 September 2026 |
Note: All dates are tentative and subject to change; candidates should check the official IOCL website regularly for updates. Age is reckoned as on 01 July 2026; work experience (for Law Officer and Assistant QC Officer) is reckoned as on 30 June 2026.
IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Note: The 31-page detailed advertisement does not itself carry a vacancy table - IOCL has published the post-wise and category-wise breakup in a separate vacancy annexure alongside the main notification. Figures below are compiled from that official annexure.
411 Grade A
9 Grade A0
470 Total Vacancies
Grade A – 411 Vacancies (Discipline-wise)
| Discipline | UR | EWS | OBC(NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil | 25 | 6 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 62 |
| Chemical | 11 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| Electrical | 32 | 7 | 20 | 11 | 5 | 75 |
| Electronics & Communication | 13 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 32 |
| Mechanical | 49 | 12 | 32 | 19 | 6 | 118 |
| Instrumentation | 17 | 3 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 35 |
| Computer Science & IT | 11 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 22 |
| Law | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| Marketing | 17 | 4 | 11 | 7 | 2 | 41 |
| Grade A Total | 411 | |||||
Grade A0 – 9 Vacancies
| Discipline | UR | EWS | OBC(NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Control (Chemistry) | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
Grade E0 – 50 Vacancies
| Discipline | UR | EWS | OBC(NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 8 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 14 |
| Mechanical | 12 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 21 |
| Safety | 8 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 15 |
PwBD vacancies are reserved horizontally within the above totals across VI (Visual Impairment), HI (Hearing Impairment), LD (Locomotor Disability), and Others/Multiple Disabilities categories for most disciplines. Reservation for OBC(NCL)/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD candidates is applicable as per Government of India directives.
IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 Eligibility (Post-wise)
1. Graduate Engineer (Grade A)
Full-time regular B.Tech/BE/equivalent degree from an AICTE/UGC-recognized institution in one of the following domains: Chemical, Civil, Computer Science & IT, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Instrumentation, or Mechanical Engineering.
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC(NCL) | 65% |
| SC/ST/PwBD | 55% |
2. Officer (Marketing) – Grade A
Full-time 2-year MBA / PGDBA (equivalent to MBA as per AIU) with specialization in Marketing Management. General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60% marks minimum; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% marks minimum. The specialization must be reflected on the final degree certificate.
3. Law Officer (Grade A)
Graduate degree in any discipline plus LLB, OR a 5-year Integrated LLB, recognized by the Bar Council of India. General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60% marks in each qualifying degree; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% marks. Minimum 2 years of post-qualification work experience (as on 30.06.2026) is required in litigation, law firms, or legal functions with private/public organizations or government, in areas such as litigation, arbitration/ADR, or drafting and vetting of legal/contractual documents.
4. Assistant Quality Control Officer (Grade A0)
Master’s degree in Chemistry (Inorganic/Organic/Analytical/Physical/Applied/Industrial Chemistry). General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60% marks minimum; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% marks minimum. Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in Testing/R&D/Quality Control in a petroleum, petrochemical, polymer, or fertilizer laboratory, and/or in an NABL-accredited lab (Chemical discipline, Lubricants/Petroleum group).
5. Diploma Engineer (Grade E0)
3-year full-time Diploma in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Safety-related disciplines as listed in the official notification). General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65% marks minimum; SC/ST: 55% marks minimum. Candidates possessing higher professional qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, CS, CMA, MCA, or Ph.D. are not eligible for this post. For the Safety discipline, an additional Diploma in Industrial Safety (minimum 1 year) is required.
Important: For the Diploma Engineer (Safety) post, PwBD candidates are not eligible, as the notification states this is a hazardous-industry role involving critical safety operations.
Common Eligibility Points
- Candidates must produce their final degree/marksheet by 30 September 2026.
- Qualifications acquired through Part-time/Correspondence/Distance/Online learning modes are not eligible.
- CGPA/grade-based results must be converted to percentage as per the respective institute's official conversion formula.
- Candidates must be Indian nationals with an outstanding academic record.
IOCL Executive Recruitment Age Limit
| Post (Grade) | Maximum Age (General/EWS) |
|---|---|
| Graduate Engineer (Grade A) | 26 years |
| Diploma Engineer (Grade E0) | 26 years |
| Officer (Marketing) (Grade A) | 28 years |
| Law Officer (Grade A) | 30 years |
| Assistant Quality Control Officer (Grade A0) | 30 years |
Note: Age is reckoned as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation for OBC(NCL): 3 years; SC/ST: 5 years; PwBD: additional 10 years over the applicable category limit. Ex-servicemen relaxation is as per extant Government of India guidelines. Only a Board of Secondary Education matriculation/higher-secondary certificate is accepted as proof of date of birth.
IOCL Executive Recruitment Pay Scale 2026
| Grade | Applicable Posts | Initial Basic | Pay Scale | Approx. CTC/annum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Graduate Engineer, Officer (Marketing), Law Officer | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000–1,60,000 | ₹18.4 Lakhs |
| A0 | Assistant Quality Control Officer | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000–1,40,000 | ₹14.8 Lakhs |
| E0 | Diploma Engineer | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000–1,20,000 | ₹11.1 Lakhs |
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates receive Dearness Allowance, HRA/subsidized housing, medical facilities, gratuity, contributory provident fund, group personal accident insurance, LTC/LFA, superannuation benefit fund, conveyance advance, and Performance Related Pay (PRP), as per Corporation rules.
Service Bond
| Grade | General Category | EWS/OBC(NCL)/SC/ST/PwBD |
|---|---|---|
| Grade A | ₹3,00,000 | ₹50,000 |
| Grade A0/E0 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹35,000 |
Selected candidates must serve a minimum bond period of 3 years from the date of joining.
IOCL Executive Recruitment Selection Process
Selection comprises three stages: Computer Based Test (CBT), Group Discussion (GD) & Group Task (GT), and Personal Interview (PI).
CBT Pattern
| Section | Subject | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| A – General Aptitude | Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 60 min (80 min with compensatory time) |
| Logical Reasoning | 15 | ||
| Verbal Ability (English) | 15 | ||
| B – Domain Knowledge | Post-specific technical/domain questions | 50 | 90 min (120 min with compensatory time) |
| Total | 100 | 150 min | |
- Each question carries 1 mark; 0.25 marks deducted for every incorrect answer.
- Section order is fixed - Section A first, then Section B.
- CBT will be held at 83 test centers across India (city list available in the official notification and syllabus link below).
Qualifying Standard in CBT
| Category | Each Section (A & B) | Overall Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC(NCL) | 40% | 45% |
| SC/ST | 35% | 40% |
| PwBD | 25% | 30% |
Composite Score Weightage
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | 85% |
| Group Discussion (GD) & Group Task (GT) | 5% |
| Personal Interview (PI) | 10% |
Minimum composite score required: General/EWS/OBC(NCL) – 45%, SC/ST – 40%, PwBD – 30%. GD/GT and PI each require a minimum 40% pass mark.
How to Apply for IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website www.iocl.com and click "Apply Online."
- Choose "Click here for New Registration" and enter Name, contact details, and email ID to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Log in and fill the application form; use "Save and Next" to save progress at each stage.
- Upload scanned photograph (4.5cm x 3.5cm, 20–50 KB), signature (10–20 KB), and left thumb impression (20–50 KB) as per specifications.
- Capture a live photograph via webcam or mobile phone as prompted by the portal.
- Fill in educational, category, and other required details.
- Preview the form carefully, then click "Complete Registration" - no changes are allowed after this step.
- Proceed to the Payment tab and pay the application fee online.
- Click "Submit" and download/print the completed application form and e-receipt for your records.
Important: Only one application per post is allowed; in case of multiple applications, the latest one is treated as final. SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempt from the application fee; all other candidates must pay ₹1,000 + GST.
Documents Required
- Qualifying degree/diploma certificate and mark sheets (as applicable to the post)
- CGPA-to-percentage conversion certificate, if applicable
- Work experience proof (for Law Officer and Assistant Quality Control Officer posts) on organizational letterhead
- Bar Council of India registration certificate (for Law Officer candidates with independent practice)
- Birth date proof (Board of Secondary Education matriculation/higher-secondary certificate)
- Category certificate (EWS/OBC(NCL)/SC/ST), as applicable, in the latest prescribed format
- PwBD certificate and UDID card, where applicable
- Valid photo identity proof (PAN/Passport/Driving License/Voter ID/Aadhaar, etc.)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer, if presently employed in Government/PSU/Autonomous Body
Important Conditions
- Candidates having their graduation/diploma in combined, integrated, or interdisciplinary subjects (e.g., Mechatronics, Robotics) are not eligible for the Graduate Engineer or Diploma Engineer posts.
- No change of category (Gen/EWS/SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD) is permitted once submitted in the online application.
- Selected candidates will be placed anywhere in India, including overseas offices, at Corporation discretion.
- Final selection is provisional and subject to subsequent verification of certificates, testimonials, and medical fitness.
- Candidates must clear Pre-Employment Medical Examination (PEME) guidelines before joining.
- Any use of unfair means, impersonation, or misconduct during the process will lead to disqualification and may result in debarment from future IOCL examinations.
- IOCL reserves the right to cancel, restrict, enlarge, modify, or alter the recruitment/selection process without prior notice.
