Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Pipelines Division, has released the latest notification for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 500 Apprentice vacancies in various Technical and Non-Technical trades across different regions of India.
The available positions include Technician Apprentice (Mechanical), Technician Apprentice (Electrical), Technician Apprentice (Telecommunication & Instrumentation), Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource), Trade Apprentice (Accountant), Data Entry Operator and Domestic Data Entry Operator.
Eligible Indian nationals can submit their applications through the NAPS/NATS portals and the Indian Oil Pipelines application portal. The online application process will start on 06 November 2026, and the last date to complete the application is 05 December 2026.
Candidates interested in this apprenticeship opportunity should check the region-wise vacancies, educational qualifications, age limit, selection procedure and application instructions given below.
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Division | Pipelines Division |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Advertisement Number | PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2026) |
| Notification Date | 06 November 2026 |
| Apply Start Date | 06 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 05 December 2026 |
| Application Fees | Not Mentioned |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Total Vacancies | Around 500 Posts |
| Job Location | Various Locations Across India |
| Category | Apprenticeship |
| Official Website | www.iocl.com |
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 06 November 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 06 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 05 December 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-Off Date | 30 November 2026 |
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| All Category | Rs 0/- |
| Mode of Payment | Not Applicable |
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details and Qualification
IOCL has announced approximately 500 apprenticeship opportunities across five regional pipeline divisions.
Region-Wise Vacancy Details
| Region | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Eastern Region Pipelines (ERPL) | 116 |
| Western Region Pipelines (WRPL) | 149 |
| Northern Region Pipelines (NRPL) | 110 |
| Southern Region Pipelines (SRPL) | 46 |
| South Eastern Region Pipelines (SERPL) | 79 |
| Total | 500 |
Trade-Wise Educational Qualification
| Trade Name | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | 3 Years Full-Time Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical) | 3 Years Full-Time Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Telecommunication & Instrumentation) | 3 Years Full-Time Diploma in Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Radio Communication, Instrumentation & Control, Instrumentation & Process Control or Electronics Engineering |
| Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource) | Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree from a Government-recognized University/Institute |
| Trade Apprentice (Accountant) | Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce from a Government-recognized University/Institute |
| Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices) | Minimum 12th Pass and below Graduate |
| Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | Minimum 12th Pass and below Graduate, along with a Domestic Data Entry Operator Skill Certificate of less than one year’s duration |
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age limit will be calculated as of 30 November 2026.
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | Additional 5 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | Additional 3 Years |
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on a merit list prepared using the marks obtained in the prescribed qualifying examination.
The selection procedure includes:
- Preparation of Panel-cum-Merit List.
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination.
- Final Engagement.
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready for the application and document verification process:
- Class 10th/Matriculation Certificate and Mark Sheet (Date of Birth Proof).
- Class 12th Mark Sheet and Certificate, wherever applicable.
- ITI Certificate and Semester/Year-Wise Mark Sheets, wherever applicable.
- Diploma Certificate and Mark Sheets, wherever applicable.
- Graduation Degree and Semester/Year-Wise Mark Sheets, wherever applicable.
- Latest SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD Certificate, wherever applicable.
- Aadhaar Card.
- PAN Card.
- Bank Passbook First Page of Aadhaar-Seeded Account.
- Cancelled Cheque.
- Passport-Size Photograph.
- Scanned Signature.
- CGPA/OGPA to Percentage Conversion Certificate, wherever applicable.
- Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Certificate.
How to Apply for IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates must complete the registration process on the relevant apprenticeship portal before applying through the Indian Oil Pipelines portal.
Follow these steps:
- Visit the appropriate apprenticeship registration portal according to your selected trade.
- Register as an apprentice on the NAPS or NATS portal.
- Complete your personal, educational and category details.
- Log in using your registered User ID/Email ID.
- Search for the relevant IOCL apprenticeship opportunity.
- Select the appropriate region and trade.
- Apply using the correct Establishment ID provided in the official notification.
- After applying through NAPS/NATS, visit the Indian Oil Pipelines application portal at https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/.
- Complete Part-I registration by entering your basic details and creating a password.
- Note down the registration number received through email/SMS.
- Log in again and complete Part-II registration.
- Upload your recent photograph, signature and required educational information.
- Check all the information carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application and download/print the completed application form for future reference.
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Official Notification | Notification |
| IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| IOCL Official Website | IOCL |
