IOCL Western Region Apprentice 2026-27: 335 Seats
IndianOil (Marketing Division) Western Region is engaging Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentices for 12 months in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu (Advertisement IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27, dated 05.10.2026). Apply on the NAPS/NATS portal from 5 October to 4 November 2026 (5 PM). There is no written test or interview; merit is based on marks in the prescribed qualification.
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| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Advertisement released (Western Region 2026-27) | 05.10.2026 | Done |
| Online application on NAPS/NATS opens | 05.10.2026 (10:00 AM) | Done |
| Last date for application/registration | 04.11.2026 (5:00 PM) | Open |
| Qualification and age reckoning date | 30.09.2026 | Done |
| Merit list / Document verification | To be announced | Tba |
Qualification by discipline
| Code | Qualification |
|---|---|
| 101–106 Technician (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics) | 3-year full-time Diploma in the same branch, 50% (45% SC/ST/PwBD for reserved seats) |
| 107–111 Trade (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist) | Matric + 2-year full-time ITI in the trade (NCVT/SCVT) |
| 112 Graduate (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA) | Full-time graduation in any discipline, 50% (45% SC/ST/PwBD) |
| 113 Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | Class 12 (below graduation), 50% (45% SC/ST/PwBD) |
| 114 Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | Class 12 (below graduation) + Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate (NSQF) |
Qualification acquired between: 01.04.2023 and 30.09.2026 (Graduate/Technician); 01.04.2022 and 30.09.2026 (ITI/Data Entry Operator). Lateral-entry diploma holders are eligible. Candidates with or pursuing BE/B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA/ICWA, LLB or equivalent are not eligible.
Age (as on 30.09.2026)
18 to 24 years. Relaxation for reserved seats: SC/ST 5 years (up to 29), OBC-NCL 3 years (up to 27). PwBD: up to 10 years (15 for SC/ST, 13 for OBC-NCL).
Keep ready: PAN card, Aadhaar card, bank account with your name printed on the cheque book, and scanned qualification certificates.
Summary: 335 seats in 7 States/UTs
| Discipline group | Seats |
|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (codes 101–106) | 99 |
| Trade Apprentice ITI (codes 107–111) | 40 |
| Graduate Apprentice (code 112) | 174 |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (codes 113–114) | 22 |
| Total | 335 |
Seats for codes 101–106 are shown jointly for all six Technician disciplines, and codes 107–111 jointly for all five ITI trades, exactly as in the advertisement. The total of 335 is the sum of the State-wise rows.
Maharashtra: 149 seats
| Discipline group | Seats | Category-wise |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (codes 101–106) | 33 | UR 15 · EWS 3 · SC 3 · ST 3 · OBC 9 |
| Trade Apprentice ITI (codes 107–111) | 8 | UR 3 · EWS 1 · SC 1 · ST 1 · OBC 2 |
| Graduate Apprentice (code 112) | 100 | UR 44 · EWS 10 · SC 10 · ST 9 · OBC 27 |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (codes 113–114) | 8 | UR 3 · EWS 1 · SC 1 · ST 1 · OBC 2 |
PwBD (horizontal, Graduate and Data Entry Operator codes only): 4
Gujarat: 57 seats
| Discipline group | Seats | Category-wise |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (codes 101–106) | 17 | UR 7 · EWS 1 · SC 1 · ST 3 · OBC 5 |
| Trade Apprentice ITI (codes 107–111) | 8 | UR 3 · EWS 1 · SC 1 · ST 1 · OBC 2 |
| Graduate Apprentice (code 112) | 29 | UR 12 · EWS 3 · SC 2 · ST 4 · OBC 8 |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (codes 113–114) | 3 | UR 1 · EWS 0 · SC 0 · ST 1 · OBC 1 |
PwBD (horizontal, Graduate and Data Entry Operator codes only): 1
Madhya Pradesh: 57 seats
| Discipline group | Seats | Category-wise |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (codes 101–106) | 17 | UR 7 · EWS 2 · SC 3 · ST 3 · OBC 2 |
| Trade Apprentice ITI (codes 107–111) | 8 | UR 3 · EWS 1 · SC 1 · ST 2 · OBC 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice (code 112) | 29 | UR 12 · EWS 3 · SC 4 · ST 6 · OBC 4 |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (codes 113–114) | 3 | UR 1 · EWS 0 · SC 1 · ST 1 · OBC 0 |
PwBD (horizontal, Graduate and Data Entry Operator codes only): 1
Goa: 18 seats
| Discipline group | Seats | Category-wise |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (codes 101–106) | 8 | UR 4 · EWS 1 · SC 0 · ST 1 · OBC 2 |
| Trade Apprentice ITI (codes 107–111) | 4 | UR 2 · EWS 0 · SC 0 · ST 1 · OBC 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice (code 112) | 4 | UR 2 · EWS 0 · SC 0 · ST 1 · OBC 1 |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (codes 113–114) | 2 | UR 1 · EWS 0 · SC 0 · ST 0 · OBC 1 |
PwBD (horizontal, Graduate and Data Entry Operator codes only): 0
Chhattisgarh: 18 seats
| Discipline group | Seats | Category-wise |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (codes 101–106) | 8 | UR 3 · EWS 1 · SC 1 · ST 3 · OBC 0 |
| Trade Apprentice ITI (codes 107–111) | 4 | UR 2 · EWS 0 · SC 1 · ST 1 · OBC 0 |
| Graduate Apprentice (code 112) | 4 | UR 2 · EWS 0 · SC 1 · ST 1 · OBC 0 |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (codes 113–114) | 2 | UR 1 · EWS 0 · SC 0 · ST 1 · OBC 0 |
PwBD (horizontal, Graduate and Data Entry Operator codes only): 0
Dadra & Nagar Haveli: 18 seats
| Discipline group | Seats | Category-wise |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (codes 101–106) | 8 | UR 3 · EWS 1 · SC 0 · ST 4 · OBC 0 |
| Trade Apprentice ITI (codes 107–111) | 4 | UR 2 · EWS 0 · SC 0 · ST 2 · OBC 0 |
| Graduate Apprentice (code 112) | 4 | UR 2 · EWS 0 · SC 0 · ST 2 · OBC 0 |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (codes 113–114) | 2 | UR 1 · EWS 0 · SC 0 · ST 1 · OBC 0 |
PwBD (horizontal, Graduate and Data Entry Operator codes only): 0
Daman & Diu: 18 seats
| Discipline group | Seats | Category-wise |
|---|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (codes 101–106) | 8 | UR 4 · EWS 1 · SC 0 · ST 1 · OBC 2 |
| Trade Apprentice ITI (codes 107–111) | 4 | UR 2 · EWS 1 · SC 0 · ST 0 · OBC 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice (code 112) | 4 | UR 2 · EWS 1 · SC 0 · ST 0 · OBC 1 |
| Trade Apprentice Data Entry Operator (codes 113–114) | 2 | UR 1 · EWS 0 · SC 0 · ST 0 · OBC 1 |
PwBD (horizontal, Graduate and Data Entry Operator codes only): 0
No written test or interview.
- A merit list is prepared for each opportunity from the percentage of marks in the essential prescribed qualification, for candidates who applied on NAPS/NATS and meet the eligibility criteria.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification (original certificates with a self-attested copy).
- Pre-engagement medical fitness test as per IndianOil's format.
- Candidates whose documents and medical fitness are in order receive the offer of engagement. Unfilled seats are offered to the next candidates on the panel.
Completing document verification or being empanelled does not by itself give a right to engagement.
- Register on the right portal: Trade Apprentice (ITI / Data Entry Operator) on NAPS (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in); Technician and Graduate Apprentice on NATS.
- Complete your profile 100% (personal, educational and category details).
- Log in and apply to the IndianOil (Marketing Division) Western Region opportunity: Establishment ID NATS – WMHMCC000053, NAPS – E01172700332.
- Choose only one discipline code and a location within the 7 Western Region States/UTs.
- Apply between 05.10.2026 (10:00 AM) and 04.11.2026 (5:00 PM). No other mode is accepted.
- Keep the same e-mail and mobile number active; IOCL posts updates only on iocl.com/apprenticeships.
Full Details
IndianOil (Marketing Division) Western Region has notified Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentice seats for 2026-27 under Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27, dated 05.10.2026. The State-wise table covers Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, and adds up to 335 seats. Apply on the NAPS or NATS portal from 5 October (10:00 AM) to 4 November 2026 (5:00 PM). There is no written test or interview.
CURRENT STATUS: Applications Open | Last Date: 4 November 2026, 5:00 PM | Seats: 335 (tentative) | Training: 12 months
This is a 12-month apprenticeship, not an IOCL job. IOCL says it has no obligation to offer employment after the apprenticeship, and an apprentice cannot claim employment on completing it.
Current Status at a Glance
- Authority: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Marketing Division), Western Region, Mumbai.
- Advertisement: IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27, dated 05.10.2026.
- Seats: 335 in 7 States/UTs: 99 Technician, 40 Trade (ITI), 174 Graduate and 22 Data Entry Operator (tentative).
- Application: 05.10.2026 (10:00 AM) to 04.11.2026 (5:00 PM) on NAPS/NATS only.
- Next stage: merit list, document verification and pre-engagement medical test. No dates announced.
- Last verified: 6 October 2026. Source: official IOCL Western Region advertisement on iocl.com.
What Changed
IndianOil Western Region released its 2026-27 Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentice notification on 5 October 2026. Online applications are open from 5 October at 10:00 AM to 4 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Selection is merit-based on the prescribed qualification; no written test or interview is specified.
Career Growth & Work Profile
Apprentices train for 12 months at IndianOil marketing locations (terminals, depots, LPG plants and offices) in the Western Region. Technician and Trade apprentices get exposure to plant operations and maintenance; Graduate and Data Entry Operator apprentices work in office and commercial functions. The stipend is as prescribed under the Apprentices Act and Rules. The apprenticeship does not lead to a guaranteed IOCL job.
Historical Merit Trends
IOCL does not publish a fixed cut-off. The merit list is prepared opportunity-wise from the percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification, so the marks needed vary by State, discipline and category.
Discipline-Specific Selection Nuances
- Qualification date window: Graduate and Technician applicants must have acquired the qualification between 01.04.2023 and 30.09.2026; Trade (ITI/Data Entry Operator) applicants between 01.04.2022 and 30.09.2026.
- Higher qualifications bar you: holders of (or those pursuing and completing before joining) BE/B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA/ICWA, LLB or equivalent are not eligible.
- One discipline code only; more than one gets rejected.
- Only the 7 Western Region States/UTs: choosing a location outside them leads to rejection.
- PwBD can apply only for Graduate and Data Entry Operator codes (112–114).
- Full-time regular course only; part-time/distance qualifications are not eligible.
- Maximum two apprenticeships in a lifetime, in different trades, with a one-year gap.
Who Should Apply / Who Should Not
| Should apply | Not eligible / be careful |
|---|---|
| Diploma/Graduate passed 01.04.2023–30.09.2026, or ITI/Class 12 passed 01.04.2022–30.09.2026 | Qualification passed before the window |
| Aged 18–24 on 30.09.2026 (plus relaxations) | B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, LLB holders |
| Wanting a year of oil-industry training | Anyone expecting a permanent IOCL job |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying on the wrong portal (ITI/DEO on NAPS; Diploma/Graduate on NATS).
- Applying under a State outside the Western Region.
- An incomplete portal profile (must be 100% complete).
- Applying for more than one discipline code.
- Not converting CGPA to percentage as per the university’s norms.
Candidate Pathway
Register on NAPS/NATS → Apply to the IOCL Western Region opportunity (by 4 Nov 2026, 5 PM) → Merit list → Document verification → Pre-engagement medical test → Offer of engagement → 12-month training
Source
Official source: IndianOil (Marketing Division) Western Region Advertisement No. IOCL/MKTG/WR/APPR/2026-27 dated 05.10.2026 on iocl.com/apprenticeships. Last verified 6 October 2026.
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The State-wise table in the advertisement adds up to 335 seats: 99 Technician, 40 Trade (ITI), 174 Graduate and 22 Data Entry Operator. IOCL says the seats are tentative.
4 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Applications opened on 5 October 2026 at 10:00 AM.
No. A merit list is made from the percentage of marks in the essential prescribed qualification, followed by document verification and a pre-engagement medical test.
Trade Apprentices (ITI/Data Entry Operator) apply on the NAPS portal; Technician and Graduate Apprentices apply on the NATS portal, against the IOCL Western Region opportunity.
No. Candidates having or pursuing higher professional qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA/ICWA or LLB are not eligible.
No. IOCL says it has no obligation to offer employment after the apprenticeship.