Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex – 2025 (III) Refinery, a prestigious Government of India PSU, has released a notification (Advertisement No.- PR/P/Apprentice/59(2025-26) for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 (as amended). Eligible ITI candidates, Diploma holders, and B.Sc./B.Com graduates can apply for apprenticeship training in multiple trades and disciplines at the Panipat Refinery unit.
Applicants must complete registration on the NAPS/NATS portal with a fully updated profile before applying. The online application process for IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (108 posts) starts on 07 February 2026 (10:00 AM) and ends on 20 February 2026 (5:00 PM).
IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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| Organization |
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Panipat Refinery |
|---|---|
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Post Name |
Trade Apprentice / Technician Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies |
637 Posts |
| Age Limit |
Minimum 18 years & Maximum 24 years as on 31.01.2026 (Gen/EWS) with usual relaxations |
| Monthly Stipend |
As per Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 & IOCL guidelines |
| Minimum Qualification |
ITI (2 years) / Diploma (3 years) / B.Sc. / B.Com (post-wise) |
| Application Fee |
No Fee (Online via NAPS/NATS) |
| Selection Process |
Merit List based on Qualifying Exam % Marks + Document Verification (No Written Test) |
| Job Location |
Panipat Refinery, Haryana |
| Last Date |
20 February 2026 (17:00 Hrs) |
✅ IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Vacancy 2026 List
| Code | Trade Name | Training Period | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
|
101 |
Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) |
12 Months |
129 |
|
102 |
Trade Apprentice – Fitter (Mechanical) |
12 Months |
143 |
|
104 |
Technician Apprentice – Chemical |
12 Months |
107 |
|
105 |
Technician Apprentice – Mechanical |
12 Months |
49 |
|
106 |
Technician Apprentice – Electrical |
12 Months |
126 |
|
107 |
Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation |
12 Months |
39 |
|
108 |
Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant (Panipat) |
15 Months |
3 |
|
108 |
Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant (New Delhi) |
15 Months |
8 |
|
109 |
Trade Apprentice – Accountant |
12 Months |
1 |
|
110 |
Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher) |
12 Months |
25 |
|
111 |
Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder) |
12 Months |
7 |
|
Total |
637 | ||
✅ IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit:
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Minimum 18 years and Maximum 24 Years as on 31/01/2026.
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Age relaxation – SC/ST: 5 years, OBC(NCL): 3 years, PwBD: 10 years (additional for reserved categories) as per Govt. guidelines.
Educational Qualifications:
- Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant): B.Sc. (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry)
- Trade Apprentice – Fitter (Mechanical): Matric with ITI in Fitter Trade (Minimum 2 Years Duration)
- Technician Apprentice – Chemical: Diploma in Chemical / Petrochemical / Chemical Technology / Refinery & Petrochemical Engineering
- Technician Apprentice – Mechanical: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Technician Apprentice – Electrical: Diploma in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation: Diploma in Instrumentation / Instrumentation & Electronics / Instrumentation & Control / Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
- Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant: B.A. / B.Sc. / B.Com
- Trade Apprentice – Accountant: B.Com
- Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher): Class XII Pass
- Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder): Class XII Pass with Skill Certificate in Domestic Data Entry Operator
✅ IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice 2026 Selection Process
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No Written Test |
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Candidates registered on NAPS/ NATS portal and applying against the notification shall be considered for selection. |
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Merit List - Selection shall be on the basis of percentage of marks in descending order |
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Document Verification |
✅ IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice 2026 Important Dates
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Online Application Opens (NAPS/NATS + Google Form) |
07 February 2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
|
Last Date for Submission |
20 February 2026 (17:00 Hrs) |
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Tentative Publication of DV List |
26 February 2026 |
|
Tentative Document Verification |
05 March 2026 to 10 March 2026 |
✅ IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice 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 Apprentice Official Website: Click Here
- IndGovtJobs.in Free Govt Jobs Alert Telegram Channel: Click Here
- IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert WhatsApp Channel: Click Here
✅ How to Apply IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Applications through NAPS/NATS portal + additional Google Form. No direct IOCL portal application.
➢ Step 1: Register/Enrol on NAPS (for ITI) or NATS (for Diploma/Graduate) portal if not already done. Ensure 100% profile completion.
➢ Step 2: Visit www.iocl.com > 'What’s New' > Engagement of Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex – 2025 (III) > Read Detailed Advertisement.
➢ Step 3: Click “Click here to Register/Apply on NAPS/NATS” to apply against the opportunity on respective portal (07.02.2026 to 20.02.2026).
➢ Step 4: Fill and submit additional information via Google Form link provided in the advertisement (“Click here to submit additional information on google forms - Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex – 2025 (III)”).
➢ Step 5: Keep active email ID and mobile number valid for at least one year. Apply for only one trade/discipline. Take printout/screenshot for reference.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
637 posts across various trades including Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant), Fitter, Technician (Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation), Secretarial Assistant, Accountant, and Data Entry Operator.
What is the age limit for IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Minimum 18 years and Maximum 24 years as on 31 January 2026 (Gen/EWS); relaxations: 5 years SC/ST, 3 years OBC(NCL), 10 years PwBD (additional for reserved categories) as per Govt. guidelines.
What is the stipend in IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
As prescribed under Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 (amended) and IOCL guidelines; no HRA, company accommodation, or other regular benefits provided.
What is the selection process for IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No written test. Merit list prepared on percentage of marks in qualifying exam (descending order) + Document Verification + Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness.
What are the important dates for IOCL Panipat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Online Application Opens: 07 February 2026 (10:00 Hrs) | Closes: 20 February 2026 (17:00 Hrs) | Tentative DV List: 26 February 2026 | DV: 05-10 March 2026.