The advertisement for recruitment of apprentices under the Pipelines Division of Indian Oil Corporation Limited will be released soon. If you are interested in getting appointed to this position, you will be able to apply through the official website.
Note that the application form for the IOCL Pipelines Apprentice Recruitment 2025 will be available for approximately two weeks after the release of notification. To apply, you have to provide details accurately and attach documents, if required.
Here, we have shared everything you need to know about this recruitment. Read this article thoroughly to check the number of vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, application process, and much more.
Vacancy Details
The number of vacancies for recruitment of apprentices under the Pipelines Division will be made public with the release of notification by the IOCL. Previously, it was released for a total number of 537 vacancies; check the details by going through the listed points.
Technician Apprentice
- Mechanical – 120 posts
- Electrical – 110 posts
- Telecommunication & Instrumentation – 80 posts
Trade Apprentice
- Assistant – Human Resource – 70 posts
- Accountant – 55 posts
Data Entry Roles
- Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentice) – 50 posts
- Domestic Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder) – 52 posts
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the apprentice recruitment under the Pipeline Division, it is mandatory that you meet the eligibility requirements.
Technician Apprentice – Mechanical
- Educational Qualification: 3-year full-time Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Age Limit: 18 to 24 years
Technician Apprentice – Electrical
- Educational Qualification: 3-year full-time Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Age Limit: 18 to 24 years
Technician Apprentice – Telecommunication & Instrumentation
- Educational Qualification:
- 3-year full-time diploma in electronics, instrumentation, or electronics & instrumentation (E&I)
- Age Limit: 18 to 24 years
Trade Apprentice – Assistant (Human Resource)
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream or discipline
- Age Limit: 18 to 24 years
Trade Apprentice – Accountant
- Educational Qualification: Full-time B.Com Degree
- Age Limit: 18 to 24 years
Data Entry Operator – Fresher
- Educational Qualification: 10th Pass
- Age Limit: 18 to 24 years
Domestic Data Entry Operator – Skill Certificate Holder
- Educational Qualification: 10th Pass & Skill Certificate in Domestic Data Entry Operator (120 Hours or More)
- Age Limit: 18 to 24 years
If you are exceeding the upper age limit, don’t worry—you can claim the age relaxation. It is three years for OBC-NCL and five years for SC and ST. Additionally, there is an additional relaxation for 10 years for PwBD.
Application Fee
In order to apply for the recruitment of apprentices under the Pipeline Division of IOCL, there is no requirement of paying the application fee. Whether you belong to UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, or any other category, you can apply without paying any amount.
Selection Process
The selection process for recruitment of apprentices under the IOCL’s Pipeline Division consists of shortlisting and documentation. After accepting application forms, they will prepare a merit list for each position separately—based on performance in the qualifying exam.
Individuals with better scores among all the candidates are finalised for the DV, in which they have to carry the original and Xerox copies of all required documents. Originals are asked for for verification, and xeroxes are required for the appointment procedure.
How to Apply?
To apply for the recruitment of apprentices under the Pipeline Division of IOCL, go through the step-by-step instructions.
- Visit the IOCL official website and open the Apprentice section.
- Select the Pipeline Division Apprentice Recruitment option.
- Click on Registration and create a new account with your basic details.
- Log in using your registered email address and password.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and contact details in the application.
- Choose your desired apprentice post and select the pipeline region.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Review your details and submit the application, then save the confirmation for future reference.
