IOCL Apprentice 2026 : Apply for 335 Western Region Posts
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Important Schedule & Dates
| Online Application Starts | 05 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 28 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 28 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Available before exam |
| Written Exam / CBT Date | Written Test / Merit Selection in November 2026 |
Application Fee
Application Fee: Nil for All Candidates
Payment Mode: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
Age Limit & Criteria
18 to 24 Years as on 30 September 2026 (Relaxation applicable)
Age relaxation provided for SC, ST, OBC, PwD as per Government norms.
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Full Notification Details
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL Marketing Division, Western Region) has issued notification IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 inviting applications for 335 Apprentice training slots across Western India.
The training positions are distributed across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Chhattisgarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu in various refinery and marketing locations.
Vacancies include Technician Apprentices in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Civil disciplines: Trade Apprentices in Fitter, Electrician, and Welder trades: and Non-Technical Apprentices in Accountant, Data Entry Operator, and Retail Sales Associate roles.
Candidates must be between 18 and 24 years old as on 30 September 2026. Online registration continues on iocl.com until 28 October 2026 at 17:00 hours. There is no application fee for any candidate category.
Selected apprentices will receive one year of comprehensive industrial training accompanied by prescribed monthly stipends ranging from Rs. 9,000 to Rs. 10,500.
Step-by-Step Application Guide
Open the official recruitment portal using the direct application link provided below.
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) with your active email address and mobile number.
Fill in educational qualifications, personal details, and category certificate numbers accurately.
Upload required scanned photographs and signatures in the dimensions specified by the commission.
Pay the prescribed application fee through authorized net banking, card, or UPI channels.
Download and print the final confirmation slip and fee receipt for future verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common candidate queries for IOCL Apprentice 2026
What is the application deadline for IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026?
The application submission portal closes on 28 October 2026 at 17:00 hours. No offline submissions are accepted.
Is there an application fee for IOCL apprenticeships?
No, the application is completely free of cost for all categories including General, OBC, SC, ST, and PwD applicants.
Can candidates with prior apprentice training apply?
No, candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or possess job experience of one year or more are not eligible.
What is the selection procedure for IOCL Apprentices?
Selection is based on performance in an objective online test evaluating general aptitude, reasoning, basic English, and relevant technical subject knowledge.
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