IOCL Recruitment 2026 for 583 Trade & Technician Apprentice at Gujarat Refinery
December 11, 2025
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Gujarat Refinery, Vadodara, has announced a large-scale recruitment drive for 583 Trade and Technician Apprentice vacancies under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973. The recruitment is open to ITI, Diploma, 12th pass, and graduate candidates from various disciplines including Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Secretarial, Accounts, and Data Entry. The online application window is open from 28th November 2025 and will close on 18th December 2025. There is no written exam — selection will be based on document verification only. This is a valuable opportunity for freshers and diploma holders to gain on-the-job experience at one of India’s premier refining facilities.
Name of Organization
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) – Gujarat Refinery
Post Name
Trade & Technician Apprentice
Total Vacancies
583
Salary / Stipend
As per Apprentices Act & IOCL Guidelines
Age Limit
18 to 24 years (as on 30.11.2025)
Application Fee
Not Applicable
Selection Process
Document Verification Only (No Exam)
Apply Mode
Online via IOCL Portal + NAPS/NATS Portal
Job Location
Gujarat Refinery, Vadodara
Last Date To Apply
18th December 2025 (5:00 PM)
Post Name, Vacancy & Education
Post Name
Vacancy
Education Qualification
Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator
114
3 Years B.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Industrial Chemistry)
Trade Apprentice – Fitter
83
Matric + ITI (Fitter Trade)
Trade Apprentice – Boiler
18
3 Years B.Sc (PCM/Industrial Chemistry)
Technician Apprentice – Chemical
114
Diploma in Chemical/Refinery/Petrochemical
Technician Apprentice – Mechanical
77
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
Technician Apprentice – Electrical
96
Diploma in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics
Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation
49
Diploma in Instrumentation or allied trades
Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant
2
B.A / B.Sc / B.Com
Trade Apprentice – Accountant
1
B.Com
Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher)
15
12th Pass
Trade Apprentice – DEO (Skill Certificate)
14
12th + Skill Certificate in Domestic Data Entry Operator
How to Apply
Step 1: Register on NATS portal (for Technician Apprentice) or NAPS portal (for Trade Apprentice) and obtain a valid enrollment number.
Step 2: Ensure your profile is 100% complete on the NATS/NAPS portal.
Step 3: Visit the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment portal.
Step 4: Log in and fill out the application form with correct personal, educational, and trade details.
Step 5: Upload scanned copies of photo, signature, academic certificates, and ID proof.
Step 6: Submit the form online before 18th December 2025 (5:00 PM) and retain a copy of the application for future use.