IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Apply for 2785 Vacancies Online

The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has officially announced an extensive recruitment campaign offering 2785 Apprentice vacancies across its Refineries Division for the year 2025. Aspiring candidates looking to build a career in the petroleum sector can leverage this nationwide opportunity. This comprehensive guide outlines everything you need to know about eligibility criteria, important timelines, the application procedure, and essential verification documents.

IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Key Overview

Conducted by the Indian Oil Corporation Limited, this recruitmentdrive targets candidates holding ITI, Diploma, or Degree qualifications. Selected candidates will be placed across various major refinery locations including Guwahati, Barauni, Gujarat, Haldia, Mathura, Panipat, Digboi, Bongaigaon, and Paradip.

Important Dates & Timeline

• Application Start Date: 28th November 2025
• Application End Date: 18th December 2025 at 5:00 PM
• Result Date: 27th December 2025
• Document Verification Tentative Dates: 2nd to 7th January 2025

Age Limit and Relaxations

Candidates must meet the age requirement of 18 to 24 years as on 30/11/2025. Category-wise age relaxations apply as follows:

• SC/ST: +5 years
• OBC (NCL): +3 years
• PwBD General: +10 years
• PwBD SC/ST: +15 years
• PwBD OBC: +13 years

Salary, Stipend, and Leave Policy

Selected apprentices will receive a lucrative monthly stipend ranging between Rs. 25,000/- to Rs. 30,000/- per month. Additionally, candidates are entitled to a structured leave policy comprising General Leave (32 days including medical) and Casual Leave (12 days per year).

Steps to Apply Online for IOCL Recruitment 2025

1. Go to the official website of Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) at https://www.iocl.com.
2. On the homepage, go to the Careers >> Click here for the Latest Job Opening section.
3. Click on the Apply Link mentioned below the text 'Engagement of Apprentices under Refineries Division – 2025 (II)'.
4. Step I: Complete registration on the NAPS/NATS Portal by visiting https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in or https://nats.education.gov.in, select refinery location and trade, and apply to the IOCL advertisement on your dashboard.
5. Step II: Complete your application on IOCL portal: www.iocrefrecruit.in.
6. Enter personal, educational, and registration details ensuring they match in both portals.
7. Use the same Email & Mobile number as used in NAPS/NATS portal.
8. Upload a color photograph and signature in JPG format (max 50 KB).
9. Save a copy of your online application for future reference and document verification.

Documents Required for Document Verification

Shortlisted candidates must prepare the following credentials for verification:

• Certificate from Principal confirming course completion, full-time mode, and good conduct.
• SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD/EWS certificates in prescribed format from competent authority.
• Skill certificate (if applying for Code 111 – Domestic Data Entry Operator).
• Printout of NAPS/NATS registration.
• Affidavit confirming eligibility compliance (Annexure–A).
• 10th/Matriculation certificate (proof of DOB).
• Class XII marksheet; ITI (Fitter) semester/year-wise mark sheets; Graduation/Diploma marksheets.
• Class XII/Final ITI/Graduation/Diploma certificate from respective Board/Authority.
• Conversion certificate from CGPA/OGPA/Letter Grade to percentage (if applicable).
• Any other certificate/document as specified.
• Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness.

Refinery-wise Notification Downloads

Candidates can review official regional notifications via the following links:

• Paradeep Refinery: Download PDF
• Bongaigaon Refinery: Download PDF
• Digboi Refinery: Download PDF
• Panipat Refinery: Download PDF
• Mathura Refinery: Download PDF
• Haldia Refinery: Download PDF
• Gujarat Refinery: Download PDF
• Barauni Refinery: Download PDF
• Guwahati Refinery: Download PDF

Next Steps After Application

Once you submit your application successfully before 18th December 2025, monitor the official Official IOCL website for result announcements on 27th December 2025. Shortlisted candidates should ready their travel arrangements and organize all necessary documentation for the physical verification rounds scheduled between 2nd and 7th January 2025. You may also access the direct portal link here: Apply Online: IOCL Apprentice 2025 Registration Link (Active).