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Indian Oil Corporation Limited has opened the IOCL Pipeline Division apprentice online form 2026 for about 500 seats under The Apprentices Act, 1961. The notice (Advertisement No. PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2026), dated 6 November 2026) covers seven technical and non-technical trades. There is no written test or interview. Candidates are ranked on qualifying marks.
Last Date: 2026-12-05 23:59:00
Quick Highlights
- Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Pipelines Division)
- Opportunities: About 500 (tentative)
- Last Date: 5 December 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications open | 6 November 2026 |
| Cut-off for age and qualification | 30 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 5 December 2026 |
Seats by Region and State
Seats are tentative.
| Region | State | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ERPL) | Assam | 13 |
| Bihar | 25 | |
| Jharkhand | 3 | |
| Uttar Pradesh | 30 | |
| West Bengal | 45 | |
| Western (WRPL) | Gujarat | 83 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 5 | |
| Maharashtra | 13 | |
| Rajasthan | 48 | |
| Northern (NRPL) | Delhi | 13 |
| Haryana | 29 | |
| Himachal Pradesh | 5 | |
| Punjab | 21 | |
| Rajasthan | 5 | |
| Uttar Pradesh | 32 | |
| Uttarakhand | 5 | |
| Southern (SRPL) | Andhra Pradesh | 3 |
| Karnataka | 5 | |
| Tamil Nadu | 38 | |
| South Eastern (SERPL) | Andhra Pradesh | 14 |
| Chhattisgarh | 8 | |
| Jharkhand | 3 | |
| Odisha | 49 | |
| Telangana | 5 | |
| Total | 500 |
Trades and Qualification
Pick the trade that fits your qualification. The trades are also open to persons with benchmark disabilities (minimum 40%) of the types listed in the notice.
| Trade | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | Full-time diploma (or lateral entry) in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Electronics Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Telecommunication and Instrumentation) | Diploma in an Electronics, Telecommunication or Instrumentation discipline |
| Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource) | Full-time bachelor degree from a Govt. recognized institute or university |
| Trade Apprentice (Accountant) | Full-time bachelor degree in Commerce |
| Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices) | 12th pass, but below graduate |
| Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | 12th pass, but below graduate, plus a Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate |
Conditions That Can Rule You Out
- The qualification must be passed by 30 November 2026, as a regular full-time course. Distance and part-time courses do not count.
- Graduates and diploma holders need at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC, ST and PwBD candidates on seats reserved for them).
- Higher qualifications such as BE, B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB or MCA, or a past or ongoing apprenticeship, make a candidate ineligible.
- One year or more of experience after qualifying, or five years since qualifying, also rules you out.
Age Limit and Relaxations
The age limit is 18 to 24 years as on 30 November 2026. Upper age relaxation is 5 years for SC and ST and 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates on reserved seats. PwBD candidates get 10 years, with a further 5 years for SC and ST and 3 years for OBC (NCL).
Stipend and Training
Training lasts 12 months. No stipend amount is stated, and apprentices must arrange their own accommodation and conveyance.
How Selection Works
A panel cum merit list is made for each post from the aggregate percentage in the essential qualification. Candidates with grades or CGPA must upload a certificate giving the equivalent percentage. Ties go to the older candidate. Medical fitness is also required.
How to Apply for IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Positions
Apply on NAPS or NATS first, then register on the IOCL Pipelines apprentice portal.
- Register on the portal that matches your trade: NAPS for Data Entry Operator and Domestic Data Entry Operator, and NATS for Technician Apprentice and Trade Apprentice (Assistant-Human Resource and Accountant).
- Log in and apply for the IOCL opening using the Establishment ID of your region. Apply on NAPS or NATS first, before the IOCL Pipelines portal.
- Check that your personal details, education details, category and aggregate percentage appear correctly. Contact the NAPS or NATS office for any correction.
- Register on the IOCL Pipelines apprentice portal with the same email ID and mobile number, and enter your NAPS or NATS registration number.
- In Part-I, fill in basic details and create a password. A registration number is sent to your email and by SMS. Log in again with it.
- In Part-II, upload a colour photograph (20 to 50 KB, JPG) and a signature in black ink (10 to 30 KB, JPG), add qualification and experience details, and submit. Details cannot be changed after this.
- Take a printout of the filled-in application and keep it. All steps must be finished by 5 December 2026.
Establishment IDs by Region
| Region | NATS ID | NAPS ID |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ERPL) | EWBKOC000079 | E11181900005 |
| Western (WRPL) | WGJRAC000006 | E11182400087 |
| Northern (NRPL) | NHRPPC000001 | E12180600006 |
| Southern (SRPL) | STNCHC000040 | E12183300008 |
| South Eastern (SERPL) | EORBBSC000001 | E02252100002 |
Document Verification
Originals are checked before joining. Bring your Class 10 certificate (the only accepted date of birth proof), mark sheets, final qualification certificate, caste or disability certificate if applicable, bank and ID documents, and the medical fitness certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is there a written test or interview for this apprenticeship?
No. The notice states there will be no written test or personal interview. Selection is by a panel cum merit list based on marks in the essential qualification.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 5 December 2026, for both the NAPS or NATS application and the IOCL Pipelines portal registration.
Q3. Can I apply for more than one trade?
No. Only one Trade Code is allowed, and applications for more than one are summarily rejected.
Q4. Can I apply if my final result is still awaited?
No. The qualification must already be passed on the cut-off date of 30 November 2026. Candidates whose result is awaited on that date are not eligible.
Q5. How much stipend will apprentices receive?
The notice gives no amount. The stipend follows the Apprentices Act, its Rules and the Corporation's guidelines, and no other benefit is admissible.
Source
Information is taken from the official IOCL Pipelines Division notification (Advertisement No. PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2026)). Corrigenda and updates are published only on the IOCL Apprenticeships page.
Disclaimer: VacancyPage is an information website and is not affiliated with Indian Oil Corporation Limited. Please verify every detail against the official notification before applying.
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