Post names	Technician Apprentice (Diploma), Trade Apprentice (ITI), Graduate Apprentice, Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator
Total vacancies	335 (99 Technician + 40 Trade/ITI + 174 Graduate + 22 DEO)
Qualification	Diploma / ITI + Matric / Graduation / Class 12 (as per discipline)
Age limit	18-24 years as on 30 September 2026 (relaxation for reserved categories)
Application fee	No fee mentioned in the notification
Last date to apply	4 November 2026 (5:00 PM)
Selection process	Merit list on qualifying marks, document verification, medical fitness test
Official website	iocl.com/apprenticeships

The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), one of India's largest commercial undertakings and a Fortune Global 500 company, has released the official notification for engagement of Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentices in its Marketing Division, Western Region for 2026-27. Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 dated 5 October 2026 invites online applications for 335 apprenticeship training slots under the Apprentices Act, 1961, spread across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Chhattisgarh, the UT of Daman & Diu and the UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli. The training period is 12 months. What makes this Sarkari Naukri 2026 opportunity attractive is that there is no written test or interview - selection is purely merit-based on the percentage of marks secured in the essential prescribed qualification, followed by document verification and a pre-engagement medical fitness test. Candidates must register on the NATS portal (for Technician and Graduate apprentices) or the NAPS/Apprenticeship India portal (for Trade and Data Entry Operator apprentices) and submit the online application before 4 November 2026, 5:00 PM.

Quick Overview

Organization	Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division, Western Region, Mumbai
Notification name	Engagement of Trade/Technician/Graduate Apprentices 2026-27 (Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 dated 05.10.2026)
Post names	Technician Apprentice (Diploma), Trade Apprentice (ITI), Graduate Apprentice, Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator (Fresher and Skill Certificate Holders)
Total Vacancies	335 (tentative; may increase or decrease at the management's discretion)
Qualification	Diploma / ITI with Matric / Graduation in any discipline / Class 12, through regular full-time courses
Age Limit	18 to 24 years as on 30.09.2026 (relaxation for OBC-NCL, SC/ST, PwBD)
Application Fee	No application fee is mentioned in the official notification
Last Date to Apply	4 November 2026, 5:00 PM
Official Website	iocl.com/apprenticeships

What is the state-wise vacancy break-up of IOCL Apprentice 2026?

The 335 tentative seats are distributed across the seven states and union territories covered by the Western Region. The category-wise totals are: Technician Apprentice 99, Trade Apprentice (ITI) 40, Graduate Apprentice 174 and Data Entry Operator 22.

State / UT	Technician	Trade (ITI)	Graduate	DEO	Total
Maharashtra	33	8	100	8	149
Gujarat	17	8	29	3	57
Madhya Pradesh	17	8	29	3	57
Goa	8	4	4	2	18
Chhattisgarh	8	4	4	2	18
Dadra & Nagar Haveli	8	4	4	2	18
Daman & Diu	8	4	4	2	18
Grand Total	99	40	174	22	335

Who is eligible for the IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026?

Eligibility differs by discipline code. All qualifications must be through regular full-time courses; part-time, correspondence and distance-learning qualifications are not eligible.

• Technician Apprentice (Codes 101-106 - Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics): 3-year regular full-time Diploma in the respective engineering discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 45% (SC/ST/PwBD on reserved positions), from a recognized institute or university.
• Trade Apprentice (Codes 107-111 - Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist): Matriculation with a regular full-time 2-year ITI course in the respective trade, recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
• Graduate Apprentice (Code 112): Regular full-time graduation in any discipline (BA, B.Com, B.Sc, BBA, etc.) with minimum 50% aggregate (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 45% (SC/ST/PwBD on reserved positions).
• Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator Fresher (Code 113): Class 12th (below graduate) with minimum 50% aggregate (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 45% (SC/ST/PwBD).
• Trade Apprentice - Data Entry Operator Skill Certificate Holders (Code 114): Class 12th (below graduate) plus a Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate (training under one year) from a body recognized under the National Skill Qualifications Framework or the Central Government.

What is the age limit and relaxation for IOCL Apprentice 2026?

Category	Age limit (as on 30.09.2026)
General / EWS / UR	18 to 24 years
OBC (NCL)	Up to 27 years (+3 years)
SC / ST	Up to 29 years (+5 years)
PwBD (General)	Up to 34 years (+10 years)
PwBD + OBC-NCL	Up to 37 years (+13 years)
PwBD + SC / ST	Up to 39 years (+15 years)

PwBD candidates are not eligible for Technician and Trade (ITI) disciplines (Codes 101-111); they may apply only for Graduate Apprentice (Code 112) and Data Entry Operator (Codes 113/114). Candidates holding or pursuing a higher qualification such as B.E./B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, ICWA or LLB completed on or before joining are not eligible.

What are the important dates for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Notification released	5 October 2026
Online application opens	5 October 2026, 10:00 AM
Last date to apply	4 November 2026, 5:00 PM
Cut-off date for age and qualification	30 September 2026
Qualification window - Graduate/Technician	01.04.2023 to 30.09.2026
Qualification window - Trade/DEO	01.04.2022 to 30.09.2026

How will IOCL select apprentices for 2026-27?

The selection process for the IOCL Western Region Apprentice engagement has no written test and no interview. The stages are:

1. Registration and application: Candidates who register and apply on the NAPS or NATS portal against the notified opportunity are considered.
2. Merit list: A separate merit list is prepared for each post based on the percentage of marks secured in the essential prescribed qualification.
3. Document verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of original documents along with self-attested copies.
4. Pre-engagement medical fitness: Candidates must complete IOCL's prescribed medical fitness test before engagement.
5. Offer of engagement: Candidates whose documents and medical fitness are found in order are issued the offer of engagement for 12 months of training.

What stipend will IOCL apprentices receive?

The notification states that the stipend payable to apprentices per month will be as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and the Apprentices Rules 1992/2019/2025, as amended from time to time. The exact per-month stipend figure for each apprentice category is not specified in the notification, so candidates should check the portal or the official notification for the current prescribed rates. Note that on completion of the apprenticeship, IOCL has no obligation to offer employment, nor can an apprentice claim employment on the ground of having completed the training.

How to apply for IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026?

1. Trade Apprentice (ITI) and Data Entry Operator: Register at the NAPS/Apprenticeship India portal - apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
2. Technician (Diploma) and Graduate Apprentice: Register at the NATS portal - nats.education.gov.in.
3. Log in with your user ID and apply against the opportunity listed under "Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division) - Western Region" (NATS Establishment ID: WMHMCC000053; NAPS Establishment ID: E01172700332).
4. Ensure your portal profile is 100% complete - personal, educational and category details - before submitting the application.
5. Apply for only ONE discipline code; applying for more than one leads to summary rejection of all your applications.
6. Submit the application by 4 November 2026, 5:00 PM, well in advance of the deadline.
7. Keep your registered e-mail ID and mobile number active for at least one year, as all future communications (document verification and offer letter) are sent by e-mail only. Take a printout of the submitted application for your records.

What documents are needed at document verification?

• 10th standard/SSLC/Matriculation certificate or mark sheet (the sole accepted proof of date of birth)
• Latest caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) in the prescribed Government proforma from a competent authority
• Semester-wise or year-wise mark sheets and the final ITI/HSC/Graduation/Diploma certificate
• Regular-mode and year-of-passing certificate from the institute
• Copy of the first page of the Aadhaar-seeded bank passbook, Aadhaar card, PAN card and a cancelled cheque leaf
• Pre-engagement medical fitness certificate
• Disability certificate as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017 (for PwBD candidates)

All documents must be furnished in original along with a self-attested copy at the time of verification.

Important Links

Apply Online (NAPS - Trade/DEO)	apprenticeshipindia.gov.in - search "Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division) - Western Region" (NAPS Establishment ID: E01172700332)
Apply Online (NATS - Technician/Graduate)	nats.education.gov.in - search "Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division) - Western Region" (NATS Establishment ID: WMHMCC000053)
Official Notification	Direct notice PDF not verified yet - check iocl.com/apprenticeships for Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 dated 05.10.2026
Official Website	iocl.com/apprenticeships

FAQs

Q: How many apprentice posts has IOCL notified for the Western Region in 2026?
IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026 covers 335 vacancies - 99 Technician Apprentice, 40 Trade Apprentice (ITI), 174 Graduate Apprentice and 22 Data Entry Operator posts across seven states and union territories.

Q: What is the last date to apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026 is 4 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Applications opened on 5 October 2026 at 10:00 AM.

Q: Which portal should I use to apply for IOCL Apprentice 2026?
Trade Apprentice (ITI) and Data Entry Operator candidates must apply through the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, while Technician (Diploma) and Graduate Apprentice candidates apply through the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in, against the "Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division) - Western Region" opportunity.

Q: Is there any written exam for IOCL Apprentice selection?
No. Selection for IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026 is purely merit-based on the percentage of marks in the essential prescribed qualification, followed by document verification and a pre-engagement medical fitness test. There is no written test or interview.

Q: What is the age limit for IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026?
The age limit for IOCL Apprentice 2026 is 18 to 24 years as on 30 September 2026. Relaxation applies: OBC-NCL up to 27 years, SC/ST up to 29 years, PwBD up to 34 years, PwBD+OBC-NCL up to 37 years and PwBD+SC/ST up to 39 years.

Q: What qualification is needed for IOCL Graduate Apprentice 2026?
For the Graduate Apprentice category of IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026, candidates need a regular full-time graduation in any discipline (BA, B.Com, B.Sc, BBA, etc.) with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD on reserved positions) from a recognized university.

Q: Can I apply for more than one discipline in IOCL Apprentice 2026?
No. IOCL requires candidates to apply for only one discipline code; applying for more than one discipline leads to summary rejection of all applications.

Q: Is there an application fee for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The official notification for IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026 does not mention any application fee.

Q: What is the training period and stipend for IOCL apprentices?
The training period is 12 months under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and the stipend is paid as prescribed under the Apprentices Act and Rules; the exact monthly figure is not specified in the notification.

Q: Does IOCL apprenticeship guarantee a job at Indian Oil?
No. The notification clearly states that IOCL has no obligation to offer employment on completion of the apprenticeship, nor can an apprentice claim employment on the ground of having completed the training.

Candidates are advised to read the official notification (Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 dated 05.10.2026) on iocl.com/apprenticeships carefully before applying, and follow Job Ready Portal for daily sarkari job updates.

Last updated: 5 October 2026