IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply for 394 Posts, 12th Pass to Degree/Diploma Eligible
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) for its Pipelines Division. Under this recruitment drive, 394 Apprentice vacancies will be filled across multiple regions of India.
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Candidates who are 12th pass, ITI, Diploma, or Graduate in relevant disciplines can apply. The selection will be purely merit-based, and no written exam or interview will be conducted.
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 28 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Cut-off Date for Qualification | 31 January 2026 |
| Apprenticeship Duration | 12 Months |
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – Region-Wise Details
A total of 394 apprentice posts will be filled across different Pipelines Regions.
| Pipelines Region | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Western Region Pipelines | 136 |
| Eastern Region Pipelines | 101 |
| South Eastern Region Pipelines | 63 |
| Northern Region Pipelines | 54 |
| Southern Region Pipelines | 40 |
| Total | 394 Posts |
IOCL Apprentice Posts Available
The recruitment includes the following apprentice categories:
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Technician Apprentice
(Mechanical, Electrical, Telecommunication & Instrumentation) -
Trade Apprentice
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Assistant – Human Resources
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Accountant
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Data Entry Operator
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Domestic Data Entry Operator
IOCL Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification (Post-Wise)
Candidates must possess the required qualification on or before 31 January 2026.
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Technician Apprentice
→ Diploma / ITI in relevant engineering trade -
Assistant – HR
→ Graduation in any discipline -
Accountant
→ Graduation in Commerce -
Data Entry Operator / Domestic DEO
→ 12th Pass
Age Limit (as on 31 January 2026)
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Minimum Age: 18 Years
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Maximum Age: 24 Years
🔹 Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per Government rules.
IOCL Apprentice Stipend 2026
Selected apprentices will be paid a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and IOCL guidelines.
📌 Exact stipend amount will depend on the apprentice category and applicable rules.
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Selection Process 2026
The selection process is 100% merit-based:
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✅ No written exam
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✅ No interview
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Merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination
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In case of a tie:
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Older candidate will be given preference
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Is IOCL Apprentice a Permanent Job?
❌ No.
IOCL has clearly stated that:
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Apprenticeship is for training purpose only
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Duration is 12 months
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Completion of apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment in IOCL
However, apprenticeship experience at IOCL significantly improves future job prospects.
How to Apply for IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must complete the application in two stages:
Step 1: Register on NATS / NAPS Portal
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Diploma/Graduate → NATS Portal
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ITI Candidates → NAPS Portal
Step 2: Apply on IOCL Pipelines Portal
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Visit the IOCL Pipelines Apprentice application portal
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Enter NATS/NAPS registration number
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Fill the online application form carefully
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Submit and save a copy for future reference
📌 The final application must be completed on the IOCL Pipelines portal.
Key Points to Remember
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Application starts 28 January 2026
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Last date is 10 February 2026
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Selection is merit-based only
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Apprenticeship duration is 12 months
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No guarantee of permanent job after training
NaukriBee Insight
IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment is one of the best opportunities for freshers to gain hands-on industry experience in a Maharatna PSU. Since no exam is involved, candidates with good academic records have a high chance of selection.
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