The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has reached a critical deadline in its major recruitment drive for apprentices. Today, December 18, 2025, marks the final day for candidates to submit their online applications for the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 cycle. The national oil and gas giant is looking to fill a substantial 2,785 apprentice positions across its multiple refinery units spread throughout India.
Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria
The extensive recruitment notification covers both technical and non-technical apprentice roles, aiming to engage a wide pool of candidates with varying educational backgrounds. The vacancies are distributed across IOCL's refineries located in Guwahati, Barauni, Gujarat, Haldia, Mathura, Panipat, Digboi, Bongaigaon, and Paradip.
To be eligible, applicants must have passed their Class 10 examination along with holding an ITI certificate, diploma, or a degree in a relevant discipline. The age limit for applicants is set between 18 and 24 years, calculated as of November 30, 2025. The corporation has stated that age relaxation will be provided to candidates from reserved categories as per the prevailing government norms.
Key Dates and Application Process
The online registration window opened on November 28, 2025, and will officially close today, December 18, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Prospective candidates must ensure they complete the application process through the designated portals before this deadline to be considered for the selection process.
The subsequent timeline for the recruitment is as follows:
- Result Declaration: December 27, 2025
- Document Verification Dates: January 2 to 7, 2026
There is no application fee required from any candidate, irrespective of their category, including General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, and PWD applicants.
Selection Procedure and Important Notes
The selection of apprentices will be based purely on merit. A merit list will be prepared using the marks obtained by candidates in their qualifying examination (ITI/Diploma/Degree). Shortlisted candidates will then be called for document verification and a mandatory medical examination.
It is crucial for applicants to note that this apprenticeship engagement is for training purposes under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The final posting will be contingent on the specific requirements of the refineries. Selected individuals must produce all original documents for verification as per the schedule. Furthermore, medical fitness as per IOCL's standards is a prerequisite for final engagement.
All communication regarding results and further stages will be published exclusively on the official recruitment portal. Candidates are strongly advised to apply only through the authentic websites: iocl.com and iocrefrecruit.in. Accuracy in filling out the application form is paramount, as any discrepancy found during document verification may lead to disqualification.
With the clock ticking down to the 5 PM deadline, eligible and interested candidates across India have a final opportunity to secure a position in one of the country's leading public sector undertakings through this extensive apprentice recruitment drive.
