Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC), a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking, has released the recruitment notification for Graduate Trainee (E1 Level) posts. ONGC is inviting online applications for 52 vacancies in Engineering and Geology disciplines. The online registration has started on 17 July 2026 and will close on 31 July 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official ONGC website.
ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Graduate Trainee (E1 Level) |
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| Total Vacancies |
52 Posts |
| Pay Scale |
E1 Level (₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000) |
| CTC (Approx.) |
₹26 Lakhs per annum |
| Minimum Qualification |
Graduate Degree with minimum 60% marks (as per discipline) |
| Application Fee |
₹1000/- (GEN/OBC/EWS) | Nil (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Selection Process |
Computer Based Test (CBT) + Personal Interview |
| Job Location |
All India (ONGC Offices & Work Centres) |
| Last Date |
31 July 2026 |
✅ ONGC Graduate Trainee Vacancy 2026 (Discipline-wise):
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Discipline |
UR |
OBC |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | 4 | 2 | 9 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 12 | 6 | 27 |
| Chemical Engineering | 4 | 4 | 10 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Geology | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Grand Total | 24 | 12 | 52 |
✅ ONGC Graduate Trainee Eligibility Criteria 2026:
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Educational Qualification: Graduate Degree in relevant Engineering discipline or Post Graduate Degree in Geology with minimum 60% marks.
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Age Limit (as on 31.07.2026): Engineering Streams: 26 years (UR/EWS), 29 years (OBC), 31 years (SC/ST), Geology Stream: 27 years (UR/EWS), 30 years (OBC), 32 years (SC/ST).
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Age relaxation applicable for PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and Departmental candidates as per rules.
✅ ONGC Graduate Trainee Selection Process 2026:
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The selection process consists of Computer Based Test (CBT) and Personal Interview.
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Weightage: CBT Score – 85 Marks | Interview – 15 Marks
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CBT will consist of 85 questions (Domain Knowledge + General Awareness + Aptitude + English).
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Candidates shortlisted on the basis of CBT will be called for Interview.
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Final merit will be prepared on the basis of combined marks of CBT and Interview.
✅ ONGC Graduate Trainee Application Fee 2026:
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General / OBC / EWS: ₹1000/-
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SC / ST / PwBD: No Fee (Nil)
✅ Important Dates – ONGC Graduate Trainee 2026:
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Activity |
Date |
| Start Date of Online Registration | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Registration | 31 July 2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | 06 September 2026 (Tentative) |
✅ Important Links:
| ONGC Graduate Trainee Detailed Notification 2026 | View Notification |
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✅ How to Apply for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates can apply online only through the official ONGC website. Follow the steps below:
➢ Step 1: Visit the official ONGC website www.ongcindia.com and go to the Career section.
➢ Step 2: Click on the link for “Recruitment of Graduate Trainees – Advt. No. 2/2026 (R&P)”.
➢ Step 3: Register yourself using a valid mobile number and email ID.
➢ Step 4: Fill the online application form carefully and upload the required documents (Photograph, Signature, Educational Certificates, etc.).
➢ Step 5: Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form before 31 July 2026.
➢ Step 6: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026?
ONGC has released a total of 52 Graduate Trainee (E1 Level) vacancies.
What is the pay scale for ONGC Graduate Trainee posts?
The selected candidates will be placed in E1 Level with a pay scale of ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 and an approximate CTC of ₹26 Lakhs per annum.
What is the age limit for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026?
For Engineering streams: 26 years (UR/EWS). For Geology stream: 27 years (UR/EWS). Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.
What is the selection process for ONGC Graduate Trainee?
Selection will be done through Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Personal Interview. Final merit will be prepared with 85% weightage to CBT and 15% to Interview.
What is the application fee for ONGC Graduate Trainee 2026?
₹1000/- for General, OBC and EWS candidates. No fee for SC, ST and PwBD candidates.
What is the last date to apply for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online registration is 31 July 2026.
How to apply for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Candidates need to apply online through the official ONGC website between 17 July 2026 and 31 July 2026.