Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a prestigious Fortune “Global 500” company and India’s largest commercial enterprise, has once again opened its doors for aspiring candidates under its Skill Building Initiative for the Nation. IOCL Pipelines Division has opened 537 apprenticeship positions nationwide for both Technical and Non-Technical trades. These apprenticeships, offered under The Apprentices Act, 1961 (as amended), are designed to empower youth with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in one of the most critical sectors – petroleum pipelines.
This comprehensive recruitment drive covers multiple regions, including the Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and South-Eastern regions of India, and offers candidates the chance to work in diverse trades such as Mechanical, Electrical, Telecommunication & Instrumentation, Assistant-Human Resource, Accounting, and Data Entry Operations.
IOCL Apprenticeship 2025 – Key Highlights
- Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) – Pipelines Division
- Advertisement No.: PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2025)-2
- Total Vacancies: 537
- Type of Engagement: Apprenticeship Training
- Duration: 12 months
- Mode of Application: Online
- Application Period: 29 August 2025 to 18 September 2025 (11:59 PM IST)
Important Dates
- Opening of Online Applications: 29 August 2025
- Last date to submit online applications: 18 September 2025 (11:59 PM IST)
Vacancy Details: Region-Wise Distribution
The apprenticeship opportunities are spread across five major pipeline regions: Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and South-Eastern regions. Below is the tentative distribution of seats:
1. Eastern Region Pipelines (Total: 156)
- Assam: Bongaigaon, Guwahati – 16
- Bihar: Banka, Barauni, Motihari, Muzaffarpur, Patna – 38
- Jharkhand: Jassidih – 3
- Uttar Pradesh: Baitalpur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mughalsarai, Prayagraj – 35
- West Bengal: Asansol, Bolpur, Budge Budge, Durgapur, Haldia, Siligudi, Kalyani, Kolkata, Madarihat, Mourigram, Rajbandh – 64
2. Western Region Pipelines (Total: 152)
- Gujarat: Ahmedabad, Dumad, Hazira, Jamnagar, Kandla, Koyali, Mundra, Radhanpur, Rajkot, Sidhpur, Songadh, Surendranagar, Vadinar, Viramgam – 84
- Madhya Pradesh: Ratlam – 5
- Maharashtra: Ahmednagar, Manmad, Solapur – 15
- Rajasthan: Abu Road, Beawar, Chaksu, Chittorgarh, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kot, Rajola – 48
3. Northern Region Pipelines (Total: 97)
- Delhi: New Delhi – 14
- Haryana: Ambala, Kohand, Panipat, Rewari – 29
- Himachal Pradesh: Una – 5
- Punjab: Bhatinda, Jalandhar, Nabha, Sangrur – 21
- Rajasthan: Bharatpur – 5
- Uttar Pradesh: Agra, Mathura, Meerut, Najibabad – 18
- Uttarakhand: Roorkee – 5
4. Southern Region Pipelines (Total: 47)
- Andhra Pradesh: Chittoor – 3
- Karnataka: Bangalore – 5
- Tamil Nadu: Asanur, Chengelpet, Chennai, Madurai, Ramanathapuram, Sankari, Trichy – 39
5. South Eastern Region Pipelines (Total: 85)
- Andhra Pradesh: Atchutapuram, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Vizag – 18
- Chhattisgarh: Korba, Raipur – 8
- Jharkhand: Khunti – 3
- Odisha: Balasore, Bhubaneswar, Brahmapur, Jatni, Jharsuguda, Paradip, Sambalpur – 51
- Telangana: Hyderabad – 5
Trade-Wise Opportunities
The 537 apprenticeship seats are available across the following trades:
- Technician Apprentice (Mechanical)
- Technician Apprentice (Electrical)
- Technician Apprentice (Telecommunication & Instrumentation)
- Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource)
- Trade Apprentice (Accountant)
- Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices)
- Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders)
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the following qualifications and age requirements to be eligible:
Educational Qualifications
- Technician Apprentice (Mechanical):
- Three years (or lateral entry after Class XII Science/ITI into the 2nd year) full-time Diploma in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering.
- Technician Apprentice (Electrical):
- Three years full-time Diploma in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
- Technician Apprentice (Telecommunication & Instrumentation):
- Three years full-time Diploma in one of the following: Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Radio Communication, Instrumentation & Control, Instrumentation & Process Control, or Electronics Engineering.
- Trade Apprentice (Assistant-HR):
- Full-time Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline) from a recognized university.
- Trade Apprentice (Accountant):
- A full-time Commerce Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
- Data Entry Operator (Fresher):
- Minimum 12th pass (but below graduate level).
- Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders):
- Minimum 12th pass with a Skill Certificate in “Domestic Data Entry Operator” for training of less than one year, issued under the National Skill Qualifications Framework or recognized by the Central Government.
Age Limit
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 24 years (as on 31 August 2025)
Relaxations:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years (additional 5 years for SC/ST PwBD and 3 years for OBC PwBD)
Stipend & Training Duration
- Duration of Apprenticeship: 12 months
- Stipend: As per Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and subsequent amendments.
Selection Process
The selection process for IOCL Pipelines Apprenticeship 2025 is merit-based, with no written test or interview. Shortlisting of candidates will be done based on the marks secured in their qualifying exam.
Selection Steps:
- Candidates must register on the NAPS/NATS Portal.
- The merit list will be compiled using the total aggregate marks from all semesters/years of the qualifying examination.
- In case of a tie:
- Preference will be given to candidates who are older in age (as per date of birth).
- If still tied, marks in Matriculation will be considered.
- Final selection will be based on document verification.
Concessions & Relaxations
- Reservation as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/PwBD.
- Age and qualification relaxations for reserved categories.
- PwBD candidates with benchmark disabilities (minimum 40%) are eligible as per trade-specific suitability.
How to Apply for IOCL Apprenticeship 2025?
Follow these steps to submit your application online:
- Go to the Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025 section.
- Select the desired trade and region.
- Complete the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents, including your photograph, signature, and qualification certificates.
- Submit the application before the deadline: 18 September 2025 (11:59 PM IST).
- Retain a hard copy of your submitted application form for future use.
Key Points to Remember
- Candidates with higher professional qualifications are not eligible.
- Only full-time regular courses will be considered.
- There will be no examination or interview, selection is purely merit-based.
- Candidates must ensure their documents are valid and accurate as per eligibility criteria.
- Age and other eligibility criteria will be reckoned as on 31 August 2025.
Why Join IOCL as an Apprentice?
- Work with India’s most trusted energy company.
- Gain hands-on experience in the petroleum pipeline sector.
- Opportunity to work in multiple states across India.
- Monthly stipend as per government norms.
- Boost your employability with recognized apprenticeship training.
