Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Bongaigaon Refinery invites online applications from eligible candidates for engagement as Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 (as amended) at its Bongaigaon Refinery, Assam, as per Advertisement No. BGR/APPR/2026/01 dated 07 February 2026. This is a golden opportunity for fresh qualified youth in Chemical, Mechanical, and Instrumentation disciplines to undergo structured apprenticeship training in a premier refinery.
Eligible candidates must register on NAPS/ NATS portal and submit additional details via Microsoft Form. No written test; selection purely on merit of qualifying exam marks. The IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 88 Posts online application opens from 07 February 2026 and closes on 20 February 2026 (17:00 Hrs).
IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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| Organization |
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Bongaigaon Refinery |
|---|---|
|
Post Name |
Trade Apprentice & Technician Apprentice (Various Disciplines) |
| Total Vacancies |
88 Posts (Tentative) |
| Age Limit |
Minimum 18 years & Maximum 24 years as on 31.01.2026 (relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per rules) |
| Stipend |
As per Apprentices Act, 1961 (amended) & IOCL guidelines |
| Minimum Qualification |
B.Sc / Diploma |
| Application Fee |
No Fee |
| Selection Process |
Merit-based on Qualifying Exam Marks + Document Verification + Pre-Engagement Medical |
| Job Location |
Bongaigaon Refinery, Assam |
| Last Date |
20 February 2026 (17:00 Hrs) |
✅ IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Details
| Code | Trade/ Discipline | Training Period | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
|
101 |
Trade Apprentice - Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) - Chemical |
12 months |
39 |
|
103 |
Trade Apprentice (Boiler) - Mechanical |
24 months |
16 |
|
104 |
Technician Apprentice - Chemical |
12 months |
12 |
|
105 |
Technician Apprentice - Mechanical |
12 months |
11 |
|
107 |
Technician Apprentice - Instrumentation |
12 months |
10 |
✅ IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Trade/Discipline (Code) | Age Limit (as on 31.01.2026) | Qualification & Other Criteria |
|---|---|---|
|
Trade Apprentice - Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) (101) |
18-24 Years (relaxations apply) |
B.Sc. with Maths, Physics, Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry (min 50%; 45% for SC/ST/PwBD) as regular full-time course. No higher qualification like B.E./B.Tech allowed. |
|
Trade Apprentice (Boiler) (103) |
18-24 Years |
Same as Code 101: B.Sc. (Maths, Physics, Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry) min 50% aggregate. |
|
Technician Apprentice - Chemical (104) |
18-24 Years |
3-year Diploma in Chemical/Petrochemical/Chemical Technology/Refinery & Petrochemical Engg. (min 50%; 45% for reserved). Lateral entry eligible if aggregate meets criteria. |
|
Technician Apprentice - Mechanical (105) |
18-24 Years |
3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engg. (min 50%; 45% for reserved). PwBD seats available. |
|
Technician Apprentice - Instrumentation (107) |
18-24 Years |
3-year Diploma in Instrumentation/Instrumentation & Electronics/Instrumentation & Control/Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engg. (min 50%; 45% for reserved). PwBD seats available. |
✅ IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice 2026 Selection Process
|
Merit List Preparation based on % Marks in Qualifying Exam (descending order) |
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Tie-breaker: Date of Birth (senior first), then Matric % |
|
Shortlisting for Document Verification |
|
Document Verification + Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness |
✅ IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice 2026 Important Dates
|
Online Application Opens (NAPS/NATS + Microsoft Form) |
07 February 2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
|
Last Date for Submission |
20 February 2026 (17:00 Hrs) |
|
Tentative Publication of Shortlist for Document Verification |
26 February 2026 |
|
Tentative Document Verification |
05 March 2026 to 10 March 2026 |
✅ IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Links:
- Detailed Notification PDF: Download PDF
- ITI Apprentice Registration Portal (NAPS): Click Here
- Graduate/Diploma Apprentice Registration Portal (NATS): Click Here
- IOCL Apprentice Online Google Form: Click Here
- IOCL Official Website: Click Here
- IndGovtJobs.in Free Govt Jobs Alert Telegram Channel: Click Here
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✅ How to Apply IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Applications through NAPS/NATS portal + Microsoft Form. No other mode accepted.
➢ Step 1: Register/Enrol on NAPS/NATS portal (www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and ensure profile is 100% updated.
➢ Step 2: Visit www.iocl.com > What's New > Engagement of Apprentices > Click on Detailed Advertisement > Click on "Click here to Register/Apply on NAPS/NATS" > Then "Click here to submit additional information on Microsoft form".
➢ Step 3: Fill the Microsoft Form carefully with all required details (choose only ONE trade/discipline).
➢ Step 4: Submit on or before 20 February 2026 (17:00 Hrs). No Application fee required.
➢ Step 5: Keep printout of NAPS/NATS registration, Microsoft Form submission, and all certificates ready for document verification if shortlisted.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
88 tentative posts across Trade Apprentice (Chemical/Boiler) and Technician Apprentice (Chemical/Mechanical/Instrumentation).
What is the age limit for IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Minimum 18 years & Maximum 24 years as on 31 January 2026 (relaxations: 5 years SC/ST, 3 years OBC(NCL), 10 years PwBD etc.).
What is the stipend in IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
As prescribed under Apprentices Act, 1961 (amended) and IOCL guidelines; no HRA/accommodation provided.
What is the selection process for IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No written test. Merit list on qualifying exam % marks + Document Verification + Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness.
What are the important dates for IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Application Opens: 07 February 2026 | Closes: 20 February 2026 | DV Tentative: 05-10 March 2026.