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ONGC Recruitment 2026: Apply for 52 Geologist & Engineer Vacancies at E1 Level

Posted: Jul 10, 2026 05:51 PM IST
Updated: Aug 15, 2026 09:50 PM IST
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The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has officially published its latest employment notification under Advt. No. 2/2026 (R&P), inviting dynamic and qualified candidates to apply for 52 vacancies. This recruitment drive aims to fill crucial positions for Geologists and Engineers at the E1 Level. Aspirants looking to build a rewarding career in the energy sector can access the ONGC Notification 2026 PDF (Advt. No. 2/2026 (R&P)) for complete guidelines.

ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026 Highlights

Review the vital parameters of the recruitment drive through the structured overview table below:

OrganizationOil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
Advt. No.2/2026 (R&P)
Post NameGeologists and Engineers at E1 Level
Vacancies52
Last Registration Date31st July 2026
Educational QualificationGeologists – Post Graduation
Engineers – Graduation
Application FeeGEN/EWS/OBC – Rs. 1000/-
SC/ST/PwBD – Exempted
Selection ProcessCBT Test, Interview, and Medical Examination
Job LocationAll Over India
SalaryRs. 60,000 to Rs. 1,80,000/-
Official Websitehttps://ongcindia.com

Important Schedule & Dates

Candidates must adhere closely to the recruitment calendar to avoid missing critical milestones:

Events Dates
ONGC Notification17th July 2026
Apply Online Starts17th July 2026
Last Date to Apply Online31st July 2026
Fee payment last date31st July 2026
Last Date for Printing Application Form15th August 2026
ONGC CBT Exam Date6th September 2026 (Sunday)

Vacancy Distribution Breakdown

The 52 openings are categorized across different engineering disciplines and geology streams:

Post Name Total UR OBC SC ST EWS
Mechanical Engineering27126513
Chemical Engineering10441—1
Petroleum Engineering9422—1
Instrumentation Engineering22————
Geology42—11—
Total5224120925

Educational Qualifications

Candidates must verify that they hold the requisite academic degrees with a minimum of 60% marks prior to application:

Post Name Educational Qualification
Mechanical EngineeringGraduation Degree in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 60% marks
Chemical EngineeringGraduate Degree in Chemical Engineering with minimum 60% marks
Petroleum EngineeringGraduate Degree in Petroleum Engineering with minimum 60% marks OR Graduate Degree in Applied Petroleum Engineering with minimum 60% marks
Instrumentation EngineeringGraduate Degree in Instrumentation Engineering with minimum 60% marks
GeologyPost Graduate Degree in Geology with minimum 60% marks OR M.Sc. or M. Tech in Petroleum Geoscience with minimum 60% marks OR M.Sc. or M. Tech in Petroleum Geology with minimum 60% marks OR M. Tech in Geological Technology with minimum 60% marks

Age Limits by Category

Upper age limits vary by stream and applicant category:

Category Engineering Stream Geology Stream
Unreserved / EWS26 years27 years
OBC (NCL)29 years30 years
SC / ST31 years32 years
PwBD (General/EWS)36 years37 years
PwBD (OBC (NCL))39 years40 years
PwBD (SC / ST)41 years42 years
Ex-Servicemen (All categories)31 years32 years

Application Fee Structure

Category Application Fee
GEN/EWS/OBCRs. 1000/-
SC/ST/PwBDExempted

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection pipeline comprises two primary stages carrying a total of 100 marks:

Stage Selection Process Total Marks
Stage 1Computer-Based Test85
Stage 2Interview15
Total100

CBT Exam Structure

Subjects Total Questions Total Marks Time Duration
Concerned Domain (Mechanical / Chemical / Petroleum / Electrical / Geology / Geophysics / Physics)40402 hours
General Awareness10102 hours
Aptitude Test25252 hours
English Language10102 hours
Total85852 hours

To tailor your preparation effectively, you can review the ONGC Graduate Trainee Syllabus & Exam Pattern- Click to Check.

Salary Structure

Post Name Basic Pay Scale
Geologist (Surface), Geophysicist (Surface), and Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) (various disciplines)Rs. 60,000/- to Rs. 180,000 (E1)

Steps to Apply Online for ONGC Recruitment 2026

  1. Candidates have to visit the official website of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) at https://ongcindia.com.
  2. On the homepage, click on the button "Recruitment of Geologists and Engineers at E1 Level – Advt. No. 2/2026 (R&P)".
  3. Click on the Registration Link for the online application, or proceed directly via the ONGC Graduate Trainee Apply Online Link (Active) – Click to Apply.
  4. Candidates are redirected to a new page. Click on "New Registration or Sign In".
  5. Fill out registration forms by providing your email ID, roll number, and other personal details.
  6. Mobile number & E-mail ID in which the OTP will be sent for completing the registration process.
  7. Complete the application forms and submit your qualification details and other required details, such as a photo, signature, and caste certificate. (i) Scanned copy of a recent passport-size colour photograph of the candidate with a white background in jpg/jpeg format. (20 kb–50 kb only) (ii) Scanned copy of the signature of the candidate in jpg/jpeg format (10kb – 20kb only)
  8. Pay the application fee online.
  9. Download the ONGC Application form and take a printout for future reference.

Next Steps for Candidates

After successful registration, applicants must securely store their printed application form before the final deadline of 15th August 2026. Keep track of official updates regarding hall ticket releases, review your domain syllabi, and plan your travel arrangements ahead of the computer-based test scheduled for 6th September 2026.

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