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On October 7, 2026

IOCL WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 335 Posts, Apply Online by 04 November 2026

The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Marketing Division, Western Region, has officially released the IOCL WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27) on 05 October 2026 on its official website iocl.com/apprenticeships. A total of 335 seats have been announced for Technician, Trade and Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Eligible candidates can register and apply online on the NATS or NAPS portal from 05 October 2026 (10:00 AM) to 04 November 2026 (5:00 PM). Training locations are in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Chhattisgarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.

As per the notification, there is no written test or interview. Selection is based on the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination, followed by Document Verification and a Pre-Engagement Medical Examination. The apprenticeship training period is 12 months.

IOCL WR Apprentice 2026 Recruitment Overview

Important Dates — IOCL WR Apprentice 2026

Note: Apply only through the NATS or NAPS portal using the IOCL Marketing Division Western Region Establishment ID. Applications received in any other mode are not accepted. All future updates and corrigenda will be published only on iocl.com/apprenticeships.

Application Fee

Vacancy Details — IOCL WR Apprentice 2026

Age Limit — IOCL WR Apprentice 2026

Age Relaxation (Upper Age Limit)

Note: Age relaxation is applicable only for the posts reserved for the respective category. Date of birth as recorded in the Class 10 (Matriculation) certificate or mark sheet is the only proof accepted at Document Verification.

Educational Qualification

  • The qualification must be a full-time regular course. Part-time, correspondence or distance learning qualifications are not eligible.
  • Candidates with higher qualifications such as B.E. / B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, ICWA, LLB or equivalent, or pursuing them, are not eligible.
  • A candidate can apply for any one discipline code only. Applying for more than one code leads to rejection.
  • PwBD candidates are not eligible for discipline codes 101 to 111. PwBD reservation applies to codes 112, 113 and 114.
  • A candidate may undergo a maximum of two apprenticeship trainings, and the second training cannot be in the same trade.

Selection Process

How to Apply Online — Step by Step

1) Read the full advertisement and confirm eligibility, discipline code and the state where you want to train.
2) Register on the correct portal: Trade Apprentice (ITI / Data Entry Operator) on NAPS at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ and Technician or Graduate Apprentice on NATS at https://nats.education.gov.in/
3) Complete your profile to 100 percent, including personal details, educational details and category.
4) Log in to the portal and search for the IOCL Marketing Division Western Region opening using the Establishment ID: NATS WMHMCC000053 or NAPS E01172700332.
5) Apply for any one discipline code only and select a training location only within the notified Western Region states and UTs.
6) Submit the application on the portal between 05 October 2026 (10:00 AM) and 04 November 2026 (5:00 PM).
7) Keep your registered email ID and mobile number active. Document Verification details will be sent by email.
8) Keep PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, bank account details and scanned qualification certificates ready.
9) Check iocl.com/apprenticeships regularly for corrigenda and updates.

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for IOCL WR Apprentice 2026?

The last date to apply online is 04 November 2026 up to 5:00 PM. Registration and application are open from 05 October 2026 (10:00 AM) on the NATS or NAPS portal.

How many vacancies are there in IOCL WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A total of 335 seats are notified: 99 Technician, 40 Trade (ITI), 174 Graduate and 22 Trade (Data Entry Operator). The seats are tentative and may change at the discretion of the management.

What is the age limit for IOCL WR Apprentice 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 24 years as on 30 September 2026. Relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC-NCL. PwBD candidates get 10 years, 15 years for SC/ST and 13 years for OBC-NCL.

What is the application fee for IOCL WR Apprentice 2026?

The official notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates apply through the NATS or NAPS portal. Check iocl.com/apprenticeships for any update before applying.

What is the selection process for IOCL WR Apprentice 2026?

There is no written test or interview. A merit list is prepared on the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination. Shortlisted candidates go through Document Verification and a Pre-Engagement Medical Examination.

What is the qualification required for IOCL WR Apprentice 2026?

Technician needs a 3-year regular Diploma, Trade needs Matric with 2-year ITI, Graduate needs a regular BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA degree, and Data Entry Operator needs Class 12. Diploma, graduate and DEO need minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).

How to apply for IOCL WR Apprentice 2026?

Register on NAPS for Trade posts or NATS for Technician and Graduate posts, complete your profile, and apply using the IOCL Western Region Establishment ID: NATS WMHMCC000053 or NAPS E01172700332. No other mode is accepted.

What is the stipend for IOCL WR Apprentice 2026?

The notification states that the monthly stipend is payable as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and the Apprentices Rules as amended. The exact amount is not specified in the advertisement.

Can candidates from outside Western Region apply for IOCL WR Apprentice 2026?

Applicants must apply only against vacancies in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli. Selecting a training location outside these states leads to rejection. No domicile rule is stated.

Can B.Tech or engineering degree holders apply for IOCL WR Apprentice 2026?

No. Candidates holding or pursuing higher qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, ICWA or LLB are not eligible. Suppression of this information leads to cancellation of candidature at any stage.