Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released a recruitment notification for the engagement of ITI Trade and Technician Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 / 1973 (as amended) at various IOCL locations, including Guwahati, Barauni, Gujarat, Haldia, Mathura, PRPC Panipat, Digboi, Bongaigaon, and Paradip Refineries, for a one-year apprenticeship period. The registration process began on October 21, 2023, and will conclude on November 20, 2023.
Positions for IOCL Apprentice
Here we have provided all the information regarding how to apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2023? The IOCL Apprentice Jobs for 2023-24 offer a variety of positions, including Data Entry Operator, Accountant, Secretarial Assistant, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Fitter, and Instrumentation.
IOCL Apprentice 2023 Important Dates
- Date of opening of online application: October 21, 2023 (10:00 Hrs)
- Last date of submission of online application: November 20, 2023 (17:00 Hrs)
- Last date for PWBD candidates to submit prescribed preforms for a scribe through email: November 22, 2023
- Tentative date for downloading admit cards: November 27, 2023, to December 2, 2023
IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2023
| Particulars | Remarks |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Job Title | Trade Apprentices, Technician Apprentices |
| Number of Vacancies | 1720 |
| Job Type | Apprentice, Technician, Data Entry Operator |
| Application Mode | Application Mode |
| Selection Process | Merit List |
| Job Locations | Guwahati, Barauni, Gujarat, Haldia, Mathura, Panipat, Digboi, Bongaigaon, Paradip |
| Application Deadline | November 20, 2023 |
IOCL Apprentice Vacancy 2023 – Refinery Wise:
| Location | No of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| IOCL Guwahati Refinery | 108 Vacancies |
| IOCL Barauni Refinery | 179 Vacancies |
| IOCL Gujarat Refinery | 314 Vacancies |
| IOCL Haldia Refinery | 207 Vacancies |
| IOCL Mathura Refinery | 153 Vacancies |
| IOCL Panipat Refinery & Petrochemical Complex | 352 Vacancies |
| IOCL Digboi Refinery | 142 Vacancies |
| IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery | 119 Vacancies |
| IOCL Bongaigaon Refinery | 119 Vacancies |
Eligibility and Other Criteria for IOCL
| Particulars | Remarks |
|---|---|
| Qualifications | Minimum 50% marks, 45% for SC and PwBD category |
| Age Limit | Minimum: 18 years Maximum: 24 years as of October 31, 2023 Age relaxation for SC/ST (up to 29 years), OBC-NCL (up to 27 years), and PWD (up to 34 years). |
| Trade Apprentice (Chemical & Boiler) | 3 years B.Sc. Degree (Maths, Physics, Chemistry, or Industrial Chemistry). |
| Technician Apprentice (Chemical) | 3 years Diploma in Chemical Engineering / Petrochemical Engineering / Chemical Technology / Refinery and petrochemical Engineering. |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) | 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical) | 3 years Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Electrical and Electronics Engineering. |
| Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation) | 3 years Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering / Instrumentation & Electronics and other relevant disciplines |
| Trade Apprentice (Secretarial Assistant) | 3 years B.A. / B.Sc. / B.Com Degree |
| Trade Apprentice (Accountants) | 3 years Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com) |
| Trade Apprentice (Data Entry Operator) (Fresher) | Matriculation with 12th Class Pass Only |
| Trade Apprentice (DEO) (Skill Certificate Holders) | Class XII (10+2) Pass with a Skill Certificate in ‘Domestic Data Entry Operator |
Trade Wise Vacancies
- Trade Apprentice/Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)
- Trade Apprentice (Fitter) Discipline – Mechanical
- Technician Apprentice Discipline – Chemical
- Technician Apprentice Discipline – Mechanical
- Technician Apprentice Discipline – Electrical
- Technician Apprentice Discipline – Instrumentation
- Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant
- Trade Apprentice – Accountant
- Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices)
- Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders)
IOCL Apprentice 2023 Stipend
The stipend for apprentices per month will be as per the Apprentices Act and its amendments.
IOCL Apprentice Selection Process
The selection process for IOCL Apprentice 2023 will be based on a written test, consisting of objective type multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Candidates who qualify in the online test may be called for online document verification.
IOCL Apprentice Exam 2023-24 Details
The merit list will be determined based on candidates’ performance in the written test, which has a duration of 2 hours. In case of a tie in marks, priority will be given to the older candidate based on their date of birth. Call letters for the written test will be issued to all candidates who meet the preliminary eligibility criteria.
IOCL Apprentice Exam Syllabus 2023
The written test will cover technical acumen in the relevant discipline, generic aptitude (including quantitative aptitude), reasoning abilities, and basic English language skills.
How to Apply for IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2023
- Eligible candidates can apply online through the IOCL Apprentice Online Application Portal (www.iocrefrecruit.in) starting from October 21, 2023.
- Applicants must have an active email ID and mobile phone number that will remain valid for at least the next year.
- After completing the online application, candidates should upload scanned copies of their color photograph, signature in jpg format, and other relevant documents.
- The last date for online application registration is November 20, 2023, up to 11:55 PM.
Selection Process
- Selection for these positions will be primarily based on the candidates’ performance in the Written Test, a two-hour examination. Successful candidates must also meet the eligibility criteria specified in the job notification.
- In the event of a tie in the marks obtained by two or more candidates in the written test, the candidate’s date of birth (with preference given to the older candidate) will be the determining factor in ranking them on the merit list.
- As indicated in their online applications, All candidates who meet the preliminary eligibility criteria will receive call letters for the Written Test.
- The written test will take place in Delhi for candidates applying for apprenticeships at Panipat Refinery and Petrochemical Complex. Detailed venue information will be provided in the Admit Card.
- The Written Test will consist of Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), offering four options with one correct answer.
- To qualify for the selection process, a candidate must achieve a minimum of 40% marks in the Written Test. However, for candidates from SC/PwBD categories applying for reserved positions, the minimum qualifying marks are set at 35%. It’s important to note that meeting these minimum qualifying marks in the written test does not guarantee a candidate’s shortlisting for Document Verification or final selection. Final selection is based on the candidate’s rank in the merit list, which considers their performance in the Written Test, the number of available seats in specific Trades/Disciplines, eligibility criteria fulfillment, and successful document verification.
- Candidates from PwBD categories who have availed concessions in eligibility qualification marks or in Written Test qualifying marks will be considered against reserved seats, regardless of their position in the select list. Their selection will be made in order of merit within the category.
- The allocation of seats is entirely at the discretion of the management, which selects candidates based on their suitability for the position. Please be aware that no claims can be made for engagement, and any unfilled seats may be due to a lack of suitable candidates or other reasons.
