The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has released the ONGC Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advt. No. 2/2026) for 52 Geologist and Engineer (E1 Level) vacancies through a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Engineering and Geology graduates looking for a high-paying PSU job can apply online from 17 July 2026 to 31 July 2026.
Selected candidates will receive an attractive E1 Pay Scale of ₹60,000–₹1,80,000 with an approximate CTC of ₹26 Lakhs per annum, along with DA, HRA, PRP, medical facilities, provident fund, gratuity, and many other benefits.
Details for ONGC Recruitment 2026:
| Organization | Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 2/2026 (R&P) |
| Post Name | Geologists & Engineers (E1 Level) |
| Total Vacancies | 52 |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Starts | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
| CBT Date | 06 September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | www.ongcindia.com |
Vacancy Details
| Stream | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | 9 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 27 |
| Chemical Engineering | 10 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 2 |
| Geology | 4 |
| Total | 52 |
Educational Qualification
Petroleum Engineering
- Graduate Degree in Petroleum Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks OR
- Graduate Degree in Applied Petroleum Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks
Mechanical Engineering
- Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks
Chemical Engineering
- Graduate Degree in Chemical Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks
Instrumentation Engineering
- Graduate Degree in Instrumentation Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks
Geology
Candidates should possess any one of the following with a minimum of 60% marks:
- M.Sc. Geology
- M.Tech Petroleum Geoscience
- M.Sc./M.Tech Petroleum Geology
- M.Tech Geological Technology
Age Limit
Engineering Streams
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 26 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 29 Years |
| SC/ST | 31 Years |
Geology Stream
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 27 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 30 Years |
| SC/ST | 32 Years |
Age relaxation for PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and departmental candidates will be applicable as per Government of India rules.
Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed in E1 Grade.
- Pay Scale: ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000
- Approximate Annual CTC: ₹26 Lakhs
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Company Accommodation
- Medical Facility
- Provident Fund
- Leave Encashment
- Performance Related Pay (PRP)
- Gratuity
- Post-Retirement Benefits
- Social Security Scheme
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | Nil |
- Payment is to be made online.
- The registration fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Personal Interview
- Medical Examination
Weightage
| Stage | Marks |
|---|---|
| CBT | 85 |
| Interview | 15 |
| Total | 100 |
Candidates must qualify separately in both the CBT and the interview.
CBT Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Concerned Discipline | 40 |
| General Awareness | 10 |
| Aptitude | 25 |
| English Language | 10 |
| Total | 85 Questions |
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Objective Type Questions
- No Negative Marking
CBT Exam Centres
The Computer-Based Test will be conducted in:
- Delhi NCR
- Kolkata
- Mumbai
- Chennai
- Ahmedabad
- Hyderabad
- Guwahati
- Jaipur
- Udaipur
- Mohali
- Nagpur
- Bhopal
- Bengaluru
- Ernakulam
- Raipur
- Surat
- Lucknow
- Visakhapatnam
- Bhubaneswar
How to Apply:
Eligible candidates can apply online for ONGC Recruitment 2026 by following the steps below:
- Visit the official ONGC website and go to the Careers section.
- Click on the “Recruitment of Geologists and Engineers at E1 Level through CBT – Advt. No. 2/2026” link.
- Register yourself using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Log in with your registration credentials.
- Fill in the online application form carefully with your personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format:
- Recent passport-size colour photograph (JPG/JPEG, 20 KB–50 KB)
- Signature (JPG/JPEG, 10 KB–20 KB)
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
- Essential Degree Certificate
- Consolidated Marksheet/Transcript
- Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar/Passport/Voter ID/Driving Licence)
- PAN Card (PDF format, maximum 500 KB each)
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable):
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹1,000 + applicable bank charges/GST
- SC/ST/PwBD: No application fee
- Review all the entered details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application form and download/print the registration slip and confirmation page for future reference.
Important Dates
| Online Application Starts | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| CBT Examination | 06 September 2026 (Tentative) |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – ONGC Recruitment 2026:
Q1. How many vacancies are available under ONGC Recruitment 2026?
Answer: A total of 52 vacancies have been announced for Engineers and Geologists.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
Answer: The last date to submit the online application is 31 July 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q3. What is the salary of ONGC E1-level officers?
Answer: The pay scale is ₹60,000–₹1,80,000, with an approximate annual CTC of ₹26 Lakhs.
Q4. Is there any negative marking in the CBT?
Answer: No. There is no negative marking in the Computer Based Test.
Q5. What is the application fee?
Answer: General/OBC/EWS candidates need to pay ₹1,000, while SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.