IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 : has been released for 88 Trade and Technician Apprentice positions. The IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice recruitment apply online process has started on 7th February 2026. Check complete details here.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Bongaigaon Refinery has come up with a total of 88 vacancies for Trade and Technician Apprentices across various disciplines . As per the official notice, the last date to apply online for the IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Recruitment 2026 is 20th February 2026. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria must apply through the official NAPS/NATS portals and complete the mandatory Microsoft form submission.
IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Recruitment 2026
Indian Oil Corporation Limited has invited online applications from interested and eligible candidates for the recruitment of Apprentices at its Bongaigaon Refinery. The selection process for these apprentice positions is based on the percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed qualification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 7th February 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 7th February 2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20th February 2026 (17:00 Hrs) |
| Tentative Merit List Publication | 26th February 2026 |
| Document Verification Date | 5th March 2026 to 10th March 2026 |
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IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification from a recognized Board/University/Institute as a regular full-time course.
| Trade/Discipline Code | Trade / Discipline Name | Prescribed Educational Qualification |
| 101 | Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 3 years B.Sc. (Maths, Physics, Chemistry, or Industrial Chemistry) |
| 103 | Trade Apprentice (Boiler) | 3 years B.Sc. (Maths, Physics, Chemistry, or Industrial Chemistry) |
| 104 | Technician Apprentice (Chemical) | 3 years Diploma in Chemical Engineering / Petrochemical Engineering / Chemical Technology / Refinery & Petrochemical Engineering |
| 105 | Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| 107 | Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation) | 3 years Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering / Instrumentation & Electronics / Instrumentation & Control Engineering / Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering |
IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Selection Process
- Merit-Based (Marks in Qualification).
- Document Verification.
- Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness.
Important Links
- Official Notification PDF
- NAPS Portal Link (Codes 101 & 103)
- NATS Portal Link (Codes 104, 105 & 107)
IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Vacancy 2026
Under the IOCL Recruitment 2026, the Bongaigaon Refinery has announced 88 seats for various Trade and Technician Apprentice disciplines.
| Code | Trade/Discipline | Total Seats |
| 101 | Trade Apprentice (Chemical) | 39 |
| 103 | Trade Apprentice (Boiler) | 16 |
| 104 | Tech Apprentice (Chemical) | 12 |
| 105 | Tech Apprentice (Mechanical) | 11 |
| 107 | Tech Apprentice (Instrumentation) | 10 |
IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Online Form 2026
The online form-filling process for IOCL Apprentice recruitment is active until 20th February 2026. Candidates must complete two mandatory steps: registration on the NAPS/NATS portal and filling out the Microsoft form on the IOCL website.
Educational Qualification
Check post-wise educational qualifications for the IOCL Bongaigaon Recruitment 2026 below.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Trade Apprentice (Chemical Plant) | 3 years B.Sc (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry) |
| Trade Apprentice (Boiler) | 3 years B.Sc (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry) |
| Technician Apprentice (Chemical) | 3 years Diploma in Chemical/Petrochemical Engg/Technology |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation) | 3 years Diploma in Instrumentation/Electronics/Control Engg |
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Age Limit (As on 31/01/2026)
The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum is 24 years for General/EWS candidates.
| Categories | Age Relaxations |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
Steps to Apply for IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice 2026
- Portal Registration: Register on the NAPS portal (for codes 101/103) or NATS portal (for codes 104/105/107).
- Apply to Opportunity: Search for Bongaigaon Refinery (NATS ID: EASCHC000001 / NAPS ID: E07191800001) and apply.
- Microsoft Form: Visit www.iocl.com and fill out the mandatory additional information form.
- Verification: Ensure all details (Enrollment No., Email, Mobile) match across both steps.
- Final Submission: Submit before the deadline of 20th February 2026 (17:00 Hrs).
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IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery Apprentice Salary/Stipend
Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act and Corporation guidelines.
- Leave: 32 days General Leave and 12 days Casual Leave per year.
- Insurance: Apprentices are covered under suitable Accident Insurance Coverage.
FAQs
Is the IOCL Bongaigaon Apprentice Notification 2026 released? Yes, it was released on 7th February 2026 under Advertisement No. BGR/APPR/2026/01.
What is the last date to apply? The last date for online application and Microsoft form submission is 20th February 2026.
What is the selection process? Selection is based on the percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification in descending order. There is no written test.