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IOCL Recruitment 2026 – 500 Apprentice Posts (Pipelines)
Last Updated: 07 November 2026
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released Advertisement No. PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2026) to engage 500 Apprentices under Pipelines division for a period of one year. Online applications are open from 06 November 2026 to 05 December 2026. Candidates with 12th / Diploma / Graduation can apply.
🔥 Key Highlights
- Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
- Notification No: PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2026)
- Total Vacancies: 500 Apprentice Posts
- Employment Type: Apprenticeship Training (One Year)
- Location: All Over India (Pipelines Regions)
- Starting Date: 06.11.2026
- Last Date: 05.12.2026
- Apply Mode: Online
IOCL Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
| Organization Name | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Notification No | PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2026) |
| Employment Type | Apprentice Training |
| Duration | One Year |
| Total No of Vacancies | 500 Apprentice Posts |
| Place of Posting | All Over India |
| Starting Date | 06.11.2026 |
| Last Date | 05.12.2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://iocl.com/ |
IOCL Recruitment 2026 – Job Openings (Region-wise)
- Eastern Region Pipelines – 116 Posts
- Western Region Pipelines – 149 Posts
- Northern Region Pipelines – 110 Posts
- Southern Region Pipelines – 46 Posts
- South Eastern Region Pipelines – 79 Posts
IOCL Recruitment 2026 – State-wise Vacancy Details
Eastern Region Pipelines
- Assam – 13 Posts
- Bihar – 25 Posts
- Jharkhand – 03 Posts
- Uttar Pradesh – 30 Posts
- West Bengal – 45 Posts
Western Region Pipelines
- Gujarat – 83 Posts
- Madhya Pradesh – 05 Posts
- Maharashtra – 13 Posts
- Rajasthan – 48 Posts
Northern Region Pipelines
- Delhi – 13 Posts
- Haryana – 29 Posts
- Himachal Pradesh – 05 Posts
- Punjab – 21 Posts
- Rajasthan – 05 Posts
- Uttar Pradesh – 32 Posts
- Uttarakhand – 05 Posts
Southern Region Pipelines
- Andhra Pradesh – 03 Posts
- Karnataka – 05 Posts
- Tamil Nadu – 38 Posts
South Eastern Region Pipelines
- Andhra Pradesh – 14 Posts
- Chhattisgarh – 08 Posts
- Jharkhand – 03 Posts
- Odisha – 49 Posts
- Telangana – 05 Posts
IOCL Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification
1. Technician Apprentice (Mechanical)
- Three years (or lateral entry) full time Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / Automobile Engineering from a Govt. recognized Institute.
2. Technician Apprentice (Electrical)
- Three years (or lateral entry) full time Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a Govt. recognized Institute.
3. Technician Apprentice (Telecommunication & Instrumentation)
- Three years (or lateral entry) full time Diploma in Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics & Radio Communication / Instrumentation & Control / Instrumentation & Process Control / Electronics Engineering from a Govt. recognized Institute.
4. Trade Apprentice (Assistant – Human Resource)
- Full Time Bachelor Degree (Graduation) from a Govt. recognized Institute / University.
5. Trade Apprentice (Accountant)
- Full Time Bachelor Degree (Graduation) in Commerce from a Govt. recognized Institute / University.
6. Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices)
- Minimum 12th Pass (but below Graduate).
7. Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders)
- Minimum 12th Pass (but below Graduate) + Skill Certificate of ‘Domestic Data Entry Operator’ (training of less than one year) issued by an awarding body recognized under NSQF or any other authority recognized by the Central Government.
IOCL Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit (As on 30.11.2026)
- For UR Applicants – 18 to 24 years
Relaxation of Upper Age Limit: As per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen.
IOCL Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
- Merit List
- Document Verification
IOCL Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
- Step 1: Candidates must first register on the respective apprenticeship portals:
- Trade Apprentice (Data Entry Operator) → https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Technician Apprentice (Mechanical / Electrical / Telecommunication & Instrumentation) → https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php
- Trade Apprentice (Assistant-HR / Accountant) → https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php
- Step 2: After successful registration, complete the application process on the Indian Oil Pipelines portal: https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/ between 06.11.2026 and 05.12.2026.
- Carefully read the official notification before applying.
✅ Fact-Check Note: This is a one-year Apprenticeship engagement for 500 posts under IOCL Pipelines (Advt. No. PL/HR/ESTB/APPR (2026)). Candidates must register on NATS / Apprenticeship India portal first and then apply on the IOCL Pipelines portal. Online applications are open from 06 November 2026 to 05 December 2026. Tamil Nadu has 38 vacancies under Southern Region Pipelines. Always verify complete eligibility from the official notification before applying.
IOCL Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
Official Notification
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IOCL Recruitment 2026 – FAQ
Q: How many vacancies are there in IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A: 500 Apprentice Posts
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 05 December 2026
Q: How many vacancies are there in Tamil Nadu?
A: 38 Posts (Southern Region Pipelines)
Q: What is the age limit?
A: 18 to 24 years (as on 30.11.2026)
Q: What is the selection process?
A: Merit List + Document Verification
Q: Do I need to register on NATS / Apprenticeship India portal?
A: Yes. Candidates must first register on the respective apprenticeship portal and then apply on the IOCL Pipelines portal.
Q: What is the official application portal?
A: https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/
Q: How to apply for IOCL Apprentice posts?
A: Register on NATS/Apprenticeship India portal → Apply on https://plapps.indianoilpipelines.in/ between 06.11.2026 and 05.12.2026
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