IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 88 Apprentice Vacancies

Indian Oil Corporation Limited Invites Applications for Trade & Technician Apprentice Posts – Check Eligibility, Dates, Selection Process

IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 88 Trade Apprentice and Technician Apprentice vacancies at Bongaigaon Refinery.

Eligible candidates with B.Sc or Diploma qualifications can apply online within the prescribed dates. This is a valuable opportunity for candidates seeking Central Government apprenticeship training in the oil and gas sector.

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

1. Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)

• Posts: 39
• Qualification: 3-year B.Sc with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics / Industrial Chemistry
• Age Limit: 18–24 years
• Stipend: As per Apprentices Act

2. Trade Apprentice (Boiler) – Mechanical

• Posts: 16
• Qualification: 3-year B.Sc with PCM / Industrial Chemistry
• Age Limit: 18–24 years
• Stipend: As per Apprentices Act

3. Technician Apprentice – Chemical

• Posts: 12
• Qualification: 3-year Diploma in Chemical / Petrochemical / Refinery Engineering
• Age Limit: 18–24 years

4. Technician Apprentice – Mechanical

• Posts: 11
• Qualification: 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Age Limit: 18–24 years

5. Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation

• Posts: 10
• Qualification: 3-year Diploma in Instrumentation / Control Engineering
• Age Limit: 18–24 years

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (NCL): 3 years
• PwBD: 10 years

Important Dates

Selection Process: Direct Merit-Based

The most attractive feature of the IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Recruitment 2026 is the selection methodology.

• No Written Test: Unlike other PSU recruitments, this selection is based purely on the percentage of marks obtained in your qualifying examination (B.Sc or Diploma).
• Preference: First-time apprenticeship applicants are prioritized.
• Tie-Breaker: In case of a tie in marks, the candidate’s age (older preferred) and matriculation marks are considered.

How to Apply for IOCL Bongaigaon Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Interested and eligible candidates must follow this two-step online process:

Step 1: Portal Registration

Candidates must first register on the respective government apprenticeship portals:

• Trade Apprentices: Register on the NAPS Portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in).
• Technician Apprentices: Register on the NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in).

Step 2: IOCL Application

1. Visit the official IOCL website: www.iocl.com.
2. Go to the ‘What’s New’ section or the ‘Careers’ tab.
3. Choose ‘Apprenticeships’ and select the Bongaigaon Refinery notification.
4. Fill out the application form with your registration details from Step 1.
5. Upload the necessary documents and submit the form before Feb 20, 2026.

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