IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 582 Vacancies

IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has been announced by Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) for the engagement of 582 Trade and Technician Apprentices at its Paradip Refinery Unit under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 (as amended). Online applications can be submitted through the NATS/NAPS portals along with a mandatory Microsoft Forms submission from 29 June 2026 to 28 July 2026 (5:00 PM). This article covers the complete notification, trade-wise vacancy details, eligibility criteria, selection methodology, and the two-step application process.

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IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), one of India's largest commercial undertakings and a Fortune "Global 500" company, has released Advertisement No. PDR/HR/01/Apprentices-26 dated 29 June 2026, inviting applications for engagement as Apprentices at its Paradip Refinery Unit, as part of its Skill Building Initiative for the Nation.

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IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

The date for determining eligibility with respect to qualification and age criteria is 30 June 2026.

IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details

A total of 582 apprentice seats are available across 10 trade/discipline codes at Paradip Refinery. The seat-wise break-up, including likely reservation as per the prescribed reservation of Odisha, is given below.

The number of seats indicated is tentative and may increase or decrease in the relevant categories at the absolute discretion of the management, in compliance with the Presidential Directives on reservation at the time of engagement. In case of non-availability of suitable candidates against Code 110 or 111, the vacancy may be filled by suitable candidates from Code 111 or 110, as the case may be, as per the selection criteria.

IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have already passed the prescribed qualification as on the date of reckoning eligibility criteria (30 June 2026). Candidates awaiting results are not eligible to apply.
• The prescribed qualification for Class XII/Graduate/Diploma holders must be from a recognized Board/University/Institute as a regular full-time course in the relevant trade/discipline, with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST and PwBD category candidates against seats reserved for them).
• Where CGPA/OGPA or Letter Grade is awarded, the equivalent percentage must be indicated as per the norms of the concerned Board/University/Institute, with a supporting conversion certificate furnished at the time of document verification.
• For ITI qualification in the relevant trade, eligibility is pass marks; only a regular full-time ITI course recognised by NCVET/SCVT is considered.
• Diploma/Graduation/ITI in branches other than those specified against the respective trade/discipline are not considered eligible.
• Candidates holding qualifications acquired through part-time/correspondence/distance education mode are not eligible.
• Under Code 110, only "Fresher Apprentice" candidates (non-graduates who have not undergone any institutional or skill training before taking up on-the-job training) will be considered.
• Under Code 111, candidates must possess a Skill Certificate in 'Domestic Data Entry Operator' for training of less than one year, issued by a body recognised under the National Skill Qualifications Framework or by the Central Government.
• Candidates possessing higher professional qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB, MCA, or equivalent (completed on or before joining), are not eligible.
• Candidates who have completed five years after acquiring the prescribed qualification, as on the date of reckoning eligibility criteria, are also not eligible.
• Candidates applying for more than one trade/discipline will not be considered, and such applications will be summarily rejected.

Eligibility for Candidates with Prior Apprenticeship Training

Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act in a different trade/discipline are eligible for engagement, subject to the following conditions:

• A minimum gap of one year is required as on the date of reckoning eligibility criteria, from the date of completion of previous apprenticeship training.
• If the previous training contract was terminated due to failure on the part of the employer, no gap is required.
• If the previous training contract was terminated by the candidate due to health, financial hardship, relocation, transportation, career changes, or language barrier, a minimum gap of three months is required (no waiting period for women).
• Candidates whose previous apprenticeship contract was terminated due to the candidate's own failure to carry out contract terms are not eligible.
• Preference is given to candidates applying for apprenticeship training for the first time.

Age Limit

The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 24 years as on 30 June 2026, for General/EWS candidates. The Marksheet/Certificate issued by the Board of Secondary Education for Matriculation (Class X) is the only acceptable document for age proof.

Age Relaxation

Minimum prescribed qualification marks will be relaxed by 5% for candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwBD categories considered against reserved positions.

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IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Stipend and Other Benefits

• Stipend: The rate of stipend payable to apprentices per month shall be as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973/Apprentices Rules 1992 (as amended) and the Corporation's guidelines. The specific stipend amount is not mentioned in the notification.
• Personal Protective Equipment: Apprentices selected against Codes 101, 102, 104, 105, 106, and 107 shall be provided one pair of safety shoes and a helmet (returnable upon completion of training), wherever applicable.
• Company Accommodation/HRA: No HRA or company accommodation shall be provided to apprentices.
• Leave & Holidays: General Leave of 32 days (@ 8 days per quarter, including medical grounds), Casual Leave of 12 days per calendar year (pro-rata), and applicable holidays observed at the establishment. Leave not availed shall lapse at the end of the apprenticeship period.
• Insurance Coverage: Apprentices shall be covered under suitable Accident Insurance Coverage.
• Obligation for Employment: Upon completion of the apprenticeship period, IOCL has no obligation to offer employment, nor can an apprentice claim a right to employment on the grounds of completing apprenticeship.

IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Application Fee

The official notification does not mention any application fee details for this recruitment.

IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Selection Process

There is no written test for this recruitment. Candidates registered on the NAPS/NATS portal and applying against the notification shall be considered for selection as follows:

• Selection is based on the percentage of marks in descending order (aggregate of marks of all subjects across all years/semesters) obtained in the prescribed qualification applicable to the trade applied for, and meeting the notified eligibility criteria. Preference is given to candidates applying for apprenticeship training for the first time.
• In case of a tie in percentage of marks, the candidate senior in age (date of birth) shall be placed higher in the merit list. If the date of birth is also the same, the candidate with a higher percentage in Matriculation shall be considered.
• PwBD candidates who have availed relaxation in eligibility qualification marks will be considered against reserved seats, irrespective of their position in the overall select list (in order of merit within the category).
• Filling up of seats is solely at the discretion of the management based on suitability of candidates; no claim will arise if seats remain unfilled due to unsuitability or insufficient candidates.

Candidates shortlisted based on their position in the merit list, and subject to the number of seats in the respective trade/discipline, will be called for Document Verification. Candidates selected as apprentices must also fulfil the minimum physical fitness standards specified under the Apprentices Act, and only those declared fit in the pre-engagement medical examination shall be considered for final engagement.

IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Reservation for PwBD Candidates

PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) candidates can apply against identified seats under Codes 102, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, and 111 only. A "person with benchmark disability" is defined under Section 2(r) of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, as a person certified with not less than 40% of a specified disability.

Categories under which PwBD apprentices will be engaged:

• PV – Low vision, Blind
• PH – Hard of hearing, Deaf
• PL – Musculoskeletal (Orthopaedic Handicap/One Arm/One Leg), Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victim, Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured
• Multiple Disabilities (a combination of the above)

Candidates must submit a Disability Certificate issued by a competent authority as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017, failing which their candidature as a PwBD candidate will not be considered. Given that petroleum refining is a hazardous industry, PwBDs with other disabilities not listed above are not included in this recruitment.

IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Required Documents

The following original documents, along with a self-attested copy, must be furnished at the time of Document Verification:

• 10th Pass/Matriculation certificate as proof of date of birth
• Class XII marksheet; semester-wise/year-wise marksheets of ITI (Fitter)/Graduation/Diploma in Engineering
• Class XII/Final ITI (Fitter)/Graduation/Diploma Certificate issued by the respective Board/Authority
• Conversion certificate from CGPA/OGPA/Letter Grade to percentage of marks, if applicable
• Certificate mentioning the date of publication of result from the Principal of the concerned institute, if applicable
• SC/ST/Disability Certificate/OBC (NCL) Certificate with Declaration/EWS Income & Asset Certificate with Declaration, as applicable, in the prescribed format
• Skill Certificate in 'Domestic Data Entry Operator' for candidates applying under Code 111
• Print of NATS/NAPS portal registration with applicant details
• Affidavit confirming compliance with all eligibility conditions (Annexure-A)
• One Photo ID proof in original - Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Voter ID Card/Driving License/Passport
• Any other certificate/document, as specified

IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: How to Apply Online

Candidates must have a valid and active Apprentice Registration/Enrolment Number on the NAPS/NATS portal, with a 100% correctly updated profile. A candidate can apply for apprenticeship in only one trade/discipline of their choice. Completing both steps below is mandatory:

Step I: Registration and Application on NAPS/NATS Portal

For Codes 101, 102, 108, 109, 110 & 111:

1. Register on the NAPS portal: https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/
2. Select "Apprenticeship Opportunities" from the top menu, search by location (IOCL Refinery Unit), and select the respective trade.
3. Log in with basic details and follow the steps to complete registration.

For Codes 104, 105, 106 & 107:

1. Register on the NATS portal/Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT): https://nats.education.gov.in
2. After successful registration, apply to the advertisement notified by IOCL Paradip Refinery on the dashboard.

Candidates must apply using the Establishment ID of Paradip Refinery as given below:

Step II: Filling Additional Details on Microsoft Forms

After applying on the respective NAPS/NATS portal, candidates must mandatorily submit their details on the Microsoft Form at: https://forms.office.com/r/LZyLWrpk16. Only one response should be submitted per candidate.

Candidates can also access the detailed advertisement and application links by visiting www.iocl.com, going to 'What's New' → Engagement of Apprentices at Paradip Refinery - 2026 → "Detailed advertisement" → "Click here to Register/Apply on NAPS/NATS" → "Click here to fill additional information on MS forms".

Candidates must use the same email ID and mobile number across both the NAPS/NATS portal and the MS Form, and this must remain valid for at least the next one year, as all future communication will be through website/email/SMS alerts. Applications submitted through any mode other than online shall be rejected.

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IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Instructions

• Candidates should carefully read the full advertisement for educational qualification and eligibility criteria before applying, and ensure their NATS/NAPS profile is 100% correctly updated.
• If a candidate furnishes false or incorrect information at any stage, their candidature will be cancelled, and they may also be liable for criminal prosecution.
• The candidature is provisional and subject to subsequent verification of certificates and testimonials; engagement may be terminated if discrepancies are found even after joining.
• Any corrigendum/addendum or notice regarding this advertisement will be made available only on www.iocl.com.
• Disputes, if any, are subject to the jurisdiction of the local court near Paradip Refinery.
• Canvassing in any form is liable to render a candidate ineligible.
• Candidates are cautioned against fraudulent agencies/individuals circulating fake job announcements; they should rely only on information from www.iocl.com and official Employment News/Press Notifications.

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