Indian Oil (IOCL) Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentices Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 88 Posts

IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentices Recruitment 2026

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has issued an official notification for the engagement of 88 Trade and Technician Apprentices at its Bongaigaon Refinery Unit for the year 2026. Candidates who possess qualifications such as B.Sc or Diploma in relevant disciplines are eligible to apply through the online mode.

The online registration process started on 07 February 2026, and the last date to submit the application is 20 February 2026. Applications will be accepted only through the official IOCL portals and the mandatory Microsoft Form.

This apprenticeship is governed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, and selected candidates will undergo training for a period of 12 to 24 months depending on the trade.

IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Particulars Details
Organization Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Refinery Unit Bongaigaon Refinery
Advertisement No. BGR/APPR/2026/01
Post Name Trade & Technician Apprentices
Total Vacancies 88
Training Act Apprentices Act, 1961/1973
Training Duration 12–24 Months
Age Limit 18 to 24 Years
Application Mode Online (NAPS / NATS + Microsoft Form)
Application Start Date 07 February 2026
Last Date to Apply 20 February 2026
Official Website www.iocl.com

IOCL Bongaigaon Vacancy Details 2026

Code Trade / Discipline Vacancies
101 Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical) 39
103 Trade Apprentice – Boiler (Mechanical) 16
104 Technician Apprentice – Chemical 12
105 Technician Apprentice – Mechanical 11
107 Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation 10
Total 88

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Trade Category Required Qualification
Trade Apprentice (Chemical / Boiler) B.Sc with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics / Industrial Chemistry
Technician Apprentice – Chemical Diploma in Chemical / Petrochemical / Refinery Engineering
Technician Apprentice – Mechanical Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation Diploma in Instrumentation / Electronics / Control Engineering

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 years

  • Maximum Age: 24 years (as on 31 January 2026)

  • Age relaxation will be applicable for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD candidates as per Government of India rules.

Selection Process

The selection for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be based on:

  • No written examination

  • Merit list prepared on academic marks

  • Preference given to first-time apprenticeship candidates

  • Document verification

  • Pre-engagement medical fitness test

Important Dates

Event Date
Application Start 07 February 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply 20 February 2026 (5:00 PM)
Merit List 26 February 2026 (Tentative)
Document Verification 05 to 10 March 2026 (Tentative)

How to Apply for IOCL Bongaigaon Apprentices 2026

Candidates must complete both registration steps to be considered.

Step 1: Portal Registration

  • Register on NAPS portal for Trade Apprentice posts (Codes 101 & 103)

  • Register on NATS portal for Technician Apprentice posts (Codes 104, 105 & 107)

Step 2: IOCL Application

  • Apply for IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery apprenticeship on the respective portal

  • Fill the mandatory Microsoft Application Form using the link available on www.iocl.com

Both steps are compulsory. Applications will be rejected if either step is incomplete.

Key Instructions

  • Only online applications will be accepted

  • Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying

  • Incorrect or incomplete details may lead to rejection

  • Apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment

  • Final engagement is subject to medical fitness and document verification

  • IOCL reserves the right to modify or cancel recruitment at any stage

Status:  Live

Selection Board/Company NameIndian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Advt NoBGR/APPR/2026/01
Application Start Date2026-02-07
Last Date2026-02-20
Age Limit18 to 24 Years
QualificationB.Sc with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics / Industrial Chemistry
Tentative Vacancies88 Posts