IOCL Gujarat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Gujarat Refinery, has released the official notification for the engagement of 647 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973. Eligible candidates possessing ITI, Diploma, B.Sc, B.Com, BA, Class 12, and other prescribed qualifications can apply online through the NAPS/NATS portal.
The online application process starts on 29 June 2026, and the last date to submit the online application is 28 July 2026.
Details for IOCL Gujarat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Refinery | Gujarat Refinery |
| Advertisement No. | JR/01/2026-27 |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Posts | 647 |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 29 June 2026 |
| Last Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Merit Basis |
| Official Website | https://www.iocl.com |
Vacancy Details:
| Post Code | Trade/Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 101 | Trade Apprentice (Attendant Operator – Chemical Plant) | 120 |
| 102 | Trade Apprentice (Fitter) | 87 |
| 103 | Trade Apprentice (Boiler) | 19 |
| 104 | Technician Apprentice (Chemical) | 120 |
| 105 | Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | 81 |
| 106 | Technician Apprentice (Electrical) | 101 |
| 107 | Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation) | 51 |
| 108 | Trade Apprentice (Secretarial Assistant) | 34 |
| 109 | Trade Apprentice (Accountant) | 2 |
| 110 | Trade Apprentice (Data Entry Operator – Fresher) | 17 |
| 111 | Trade Apprentice (Data Entry Operator – Skill Certificate Holder) | 15 |
| Total | 647 |
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must possess the following qualifications according to the respective trade:
- Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant): B.Sc. (Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry)
- Fitter: Matric + ITI (Fitter)
- Boiler: B.Sc. (Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry)
- Technician Apprentice (Chemical): Diploma in Chemical/Petrochemical/Chemical Technology/Refinery & Petrochemical Engineering
- Technician Apprentice (Mechanical): Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Technician Apprentice (Electrical): Diploma in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation): Diploma in Instrumentation/Instrumentation & Control/Applied Electronics & Instrumentation
- Secretarial Assistant: BA/B.Sc/B.Com
- Accountant: B.Com
- Data Entry Operator (Fresher): Class 12 Pass
- Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate): Class 12 with Domestic Data Entry Operator Skill Certificate
Minimum Marks
- General/OBC/EWS: 50%
- SC/ST/PwBD: 45%
Age Limit:
As of 30 June 2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India rules.
Training Duration:
Training duration ranges from 12 to 24 months, depending on the trade.
Selection Process:
There will be no written examination.
Selection will be based on:
- Merit prepared from qualifying examination marks
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Stipend:
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and IOCL guidelines.
Important Documents
- Class 10 Certificate
- Class 12/ITI/Diploma/Degree Mark Sheets
- Qualification Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- NAPS/NATS Registration Copy
- Government Photo ID
- Passport-size Photograph
How to Apply:
Follow these steps to complete your application successfully:
- Visit the IOCL Official Website and open the Gujarat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Register on the appropriate apprenticeship portal:
- Post Codes 101, 102, 103, 108, 109, 110 & 111: Register on the NAPS portal.
- Post Codes 104, 105, 106 & 107: Register on the NATS portal.
- Complete your profile with correct personal, educational, and category details.
- Log in to the respective NAPS/NATS portal and apply for the IOCL Gujarat Refinery apprentice opportunity using the following Establishment IDs:
- NATS: WGJVDS000002
- NAPS: E03202408538
- After submitting the application on NAPS/NATS, fill in the mandatory Microsoft Form using the link provided in the official notification. Use the same email ID and mobile number that you used during NAPS/NATS registration.
- Verify all the details carefully before final submission.
- Submit both the NAPS/NATS application and the Microsoft Form before the deadline.
Important Note
✅ Both Step I (NAPS/NATS Registration & Application) and Step II (Microsoft Form Submission) are mandatory. If you complete only one step, your application will not be considered.
Important Dates:
| Notification Released | 29 June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 29 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 July 2026 |
| Merit List (Tentative) | 05 August 2026 |
| Document Verification | 11–18 August 2026 |
Important Links:
| Apply Online | NATS | NAPS |
| Microsoft (MS) Form | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – IOCL Gujarat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in the IOCL Gujarat Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 647 Apprentice vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 28 July 2026.
Q3. Is there any written examination?
Ans: No. Selection will be based on academic merit, document verification, and medical fitness.
Q4. What is the age limit?
Ans: Candidates should be between 18 and 24 years as of 30 June 2026.
Q5. Is it mandatory to register on NAPS/NATS?
Ans: Yes. Candidates must register on the relevant portal and also submit the Microsoft Form to complete the application process.