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About the Post
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) – Pipelines Division is engaging 394 Apprentices under The Apprentices Act, 1961 (as amended) as part of its Skill Building initiative. Engagement is purely apprenticeship training for a fixed duration and does not guarantee employment after completion.
Vacancy Details (Region/State/Location)
Total Seats: 394 (Pipelines Division)
| Region | State | Location(s) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERPL | Assam | Bongaigaon, Guwahati | 10 |
| Bihar | Banka, Barauni, Motihari, Muzaffarpur, Patna | 21 | |
| Jharkhand | Jassisdih | 3 | |
| Uttar Pradesh | Baitalpur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mughalsarai, Prayagraj | 29 | |
| West Bengal | Asansol, Bolpur, Budge Budge, Durgapur, Haldia, Siligudi, Kalyani, Kolkata, Madarihat, Mourigram, Rajbandh | 38 | |
| ERPL Total | 101 | ||
| WRPL | Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Dumad, Hazira, Jamnagar, Kandla, Koyali, Mundra, Radhanpur, Rajkot, Sidhpur, Songadh, Surendranagar, Vadinar, Viramgam | 77 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Ratlam | 5 | |
| Maharashtra | Ahmednagar, Manmad, Solapur | 12 | |
| Rajasthan | Abu Road, Beawar, Chaksu, Chittorgarh, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kot, Rajola | 42 | |
| WRPL Total | 136 | ||
| NRPL | Delhi | New Delhi | 7 |
| Haryana | Ambala, Kohand, Panipat, Rewari | 11 | |
| Himachal Pradesh | Una | 4 | |
| Punjab | Bhatinda, Jalandhar, Nabha, Sangrur | 19 | |
| Rajasthan | Bharatpur | 3 | |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Meerut, Najibabad | 8 | |
| Uttarakhand | Roorkee | 2 | |
| NRPL Total | 54 | ||
| SRPL | Andhra Pradesh | Chittoor | 2 |
| Karnataka | Bangalore | 5 | |
| Tamil Nadu | Asanur, Chengelpet, Chennai, Madurai, Ramanathapuram, Sankari, Trichy | 33 | |
| SRPL Total | 40 | ||
| SERPL | Andhra Pradesh | Atchutapuram, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Vizag | 14 |
| Chhattisgarh | Korba, Raipur | 5 | |
| Jharkhand | Khunti | 2 | |
| Odisha | Balasore, Bhubaneswar, Brahmapur, Jatni, Jharsuguda, Paradip, Sambalpur | 37 | |
| Telangana | Hyderabad | 5 | |
| SERPL Total | 63 | ||
| Grand Total | 394 |
Trades Offered
Apprentices will be engaged in these trades:
- Technician Apprentice (Mechanical / Electrical / Telecommunication & Instrumentation)
- Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource / Accountant)
- Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices)
- Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders)
Eligibility Criteria
| Sl. No. | Trade/Discipline | Qualification Required |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | 3-year full-time Diploma (or lateral entry) in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering |
| 2 | Technician Apprentice (Electrical) | 3-year full-time Diploma (or lateral entry) in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
| 3 | Technician Apprentice (Telecom & Instrumentation) | 3-year full-time Diploma in ECE / ETC / Electronics & Radio Comm / Instrumentation & Control / Instrumentation & Process Control / Electronics Engineering |
| 4 | Trade Apprentice (Assistant-HR) | Full-time Bachelor’s Degree (any stream) |
| 5 | Trade Apprentice (Accountant) | Full-time B.Com (Commerce Graduation) |
| 6 | Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | Minimum 12th Pass (but below Graduate) |
| 7 | Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate) | Minimum 12th Pass (but below Graduate) + Skill Certificate “Domestic Data Entry Operator” (training < 1 year) from NSQF/recognized authority |
Qualification Cut-off: Candidate must have already passed the prescribed qualification on 31.01.2026. Result awaited candidates are not eligible.
Minimum Marks: 50% for Graduate/Diploma holders (45% for SC/ST/PwBD for reserved posts).
Not Eligible: Part-time/correspondence/distance mode qualifications; higher qualifications like BE/B.Tech/MBA/CA/LLB/MCA or pursuing higher qualification (if completed before joining).
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as on 31.01.2026) |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 24 years |
Age Relaxation (Upper Age)
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years (additional 5 years for PwBD-SC/ST, 3 years for PwBD-OBC(NCL))
Stipend
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Stipend | As prescribed under Apprentices Act / Rules (as amended) and IOCL guidelines |
Duration of Training
| Item | Duration |
|---|---|
| Apprenticeship Training | 12 months from the date of engagement |
Selection Process
No Written Test / No Interview.
Selection will be based on a Panel-cum-Merit List prepared using percentage marks (descending order) in the essential qualification for the trade applied.
Tie-breakers:
- Older candidate (earlier DOB)
- If same DOB → higher % in Matriculation
Medical Fitness: Candidates must be medically fit as per IOCL pre-engagement medical standards (guidelines available on portal download section).
Important eligibility exclusions:
- Job experience of 1 year or more after attaining qualification → not eligible
- If 5 years have passed after acquiring prescribed qualification as on 31.01.2026 → not eligible
- Can apply for one Trade Code only (multiple trade applications rejected)
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)?
Step 1: Register on the correct Apprenticeship Portal
| Trade Type | Portal |
|---|---|
| Data Entry Operator (Fresher) / Domestic DEO | https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (NAPS) |
| Technician Apprentice (All Diploma trades) | https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php (NATS) |
| Trade Apprentice (Assistant-HR / Accountant) | https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php (NATS) |
Step 2: Apply on NATS/NAPS using IOCL Establishment ID
| Region | Establishment ID (NATS) | Establishment ID (NAPS) |
|---|---|---|
| ERPL | EWBKOC000079 | E11181900005 |
| WRPL | WGJRAC000006 | E11182400087 |
| NRPL | NHRPPC000001 | E12180600006 |
| SRPL | STNCHC000040 | E12183300008 |
| SERPL | EORBBSC000001 | E02252100002 |
Step 3: Apply on Indian Oil Pipelines Portal (Compulsory)
After applying in NATS/NAPS, complete your application on:
https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/
Registration has two parts:
- Part I: Basic details + password creation (registration number sent via email/SMS)
- Part II: Upload photo/signature + fill education/experience details → final submit (no edits after final submission)
Important: Use the same email & mobile as used in NATS/NAPS and enter your NATS/NAPS enrolment number in IOCL Pipelines portal.
Documents Required
| Stage | Documents |
|---|---|
| Upload on IOCL Pipelines portal | Photo (20–50 KB JPG), Signature (10–30 KB JPG), qualification details, category details, NATS/NAPS enrolment number |
| Document Verification (Original + self-attested copies) | Matric certificate/marksheet (DOB proof), caste certificate (if applicable), OBC-NCL certificate (≤12 months old from 31.01.2026), semester/year marksheets, final diploma/degree/12th certificate, Aadhaar, PAN, bank passbook (Aadhaar-seeded), cancelled cheque, Pre-engagement medical fitness certificate |
Important Dates
| Event | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Opening of online application | 28.01.2026 |
| Last date to submit online application | 10.02.2026 (11:59 PM IST) |
| Cut-off date for eligibility (Age/Qualification etc.) | 31.01.2026 |
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Indian Oil Pipelines Apprentice Portal | https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/ |
| NAPS Portal (Apprenticeship India) | https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| NATS Portal | https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php |
| IOCL Apprenticeships Updates | https://www.iocl.com/apprenticeships |
| Disability certificate format download | https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/ |
| Medical fitness guidelines download | https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/ |
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| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Total seats available?
394 seats across ERPL/WRPL/NRPL/SRPL/SERPL.
Is there a written test or interview?
No. Selection is purely merit-based on qualification marks.
What is the age limit?
18 to 24 years as on 31.01.2026 (with category relaxations).
What is the qualification cut-off date?
You must have passed the required qualification by 31.01.2026.
Can final year/result awaited candidates apply?
No, result awaited candidates are not eligible.
Can I apply if I have B.Tech/MBA/CA etc.?
No, higher professional qualifications (or pursuing such and completed before joining) make you ineligible.
Can I apply for multiple trades?
No. Only one Trade Code allowed; multiple applications are rejected.
Is job experience allowed?
If you have 1 year or more job experience after attaining qualification → not eligible.
What are the mandatory portals?
You must apply on NATS/NAPS first, then complete registration on IOCL Pipelines portal.
Does apprenticeship guarantee a job in IOCL?
No. Completion of apprenticeship does not confer any right to employment.
Stay updated with APSC ORG official website for further details and notifications.
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