Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in IOCL Marketing Division NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Indian Oil Corporation Limited has notified a total of 433 apprentice posts for the Northern Region Marketing Division. The break up is 156 Technician Apprentice seats, 104 Trade Apprentice seats, 104 Graduate Apprentice seats and 69 Data Entry Operator seats. Uttar Pradesh carries the highest share with 121 posts, while Rajasthan follows with 76 posts. Seats are also open in Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand.

Q2. What is the educational qualification required for IOCL NR Apprentice posts?

Qualification depends on the post you pick. Technician Apprentice needs a three year diploma in a relevant engineering branch with 50% marks. Trade Apprentice needs Class 10 pass with a two year ITI certificate from NCVT or SCVT. Graduate Apprentice needs a full degree in any discipline with 50% marks. The Data Entry Operator post needs Class 12 pass, or Class 12 with a Domestic Data Entry Operator skill certificate. Reserved candidates get a 45% marks relaxation in most cases.

Q3. What is the age limit and how is the cutoff date calculated for IOCL NR Apprentice 2026?

The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 24 years as on 31 August 2026. OBC-NCL candidates get 3 extra years, while SC and ST candidates get 5 extra years. PwBD applicants get 10 years, and SC or ST PwBD applicants get 15 years. Ex-servicemen get relaxation as per government rules. Your age is counted strictly against the cutoff date mentioned in the notification.

Q4. Is there any application fee for IOCL NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

No. There is no application fee for this recruitment. General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, women and PwBD candidates all pay nothing. You do not need a debit card, net banking or challan at any stage. Since no payment is involved, there is also no fee payment last date. Any website demanding money for this form is not genuine.

Q5. Is there a written exam or interview for IOCL Marketing Division NR Apprentice posts?

There is no written exam, no computer based test and no interview. Selection is purely merit based, drawn from your qualifying exam marks. Separate merit lists are prepared for each discipline and each state. Shortlisted candidates move to document verification and then to a medical fitness test. Final joining depends on clearing both stages successfully.

Q6. What is the last date to apply online for IOCL NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The online application process began on 07 August 2026 and closes on 06 September 2026. Applicants should not wait for the final days because portal traffic slows down near the deadline. NAPS and NATS registration takes extra time, so start early. The final IOCL application form must also be submitted before the closing date. Late applications are never accepted by the corporation.

Q7. How do I apply for IOCL Marketing Division NR Apprentice posts step by step?

First register on the NAPS portal if you are applying for ITI trade apprentice posts. For technician and graduate apprentice posts, register on the NATS portal instead. Note your enrolment number carefully. Then open the final IOCL application form link and fill your personal, academic and contact details. Upload the required documents, preview the form and submit it online. Finally, download a copy of the submitted form for your records.

Q8. Which documents are needed at the IOCL apprentice document verification stage?

Carry your Class 10 marksheet and certificate for date of birth proof. Add the Class 12 marksheet, ITI certificate, diploma or degree certificate as applicable. Keep your caste, EWS or PwBD certificate issued by a competent authority ready. A valid photo identity proof such as Aadhaar, PAN, voter ID or passport is also required. Bring the NAPS or NATS registration printout and passport size photographs along with the submitted application copy.

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IOCL Marketing Division Northern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 433 Posts

Indian Oil Corporation Limited has opened 433 apprentice seats in its Marketing Division for the Northern Region. The advertisement number is IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1. Seats are spread across Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. You need at least 50% marks in Class 10, 12th, ITI, diploma or graduation. Reserved candidates get a 45% relaxation on qualifying marks. Your age must fall between 18 and 24 years as on 31 August 2026. Category wise upper age relaxation applies under government rules. Online registration starts on 7 August 2026. The closing date is 6 September 2026. There is no application fee for any category. Payment is not required at all. Selection runs through merit based shortlisting. Document verification and a medical fitness check follow later. Apply online at the IOCL apprenticeship portal.

By Sarkari King Team

Updated: 08 August 2026 | 03:45 PM

Advt: IOCL/MKTG/NR/APPR/2026-27/1

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Technician Apprentice (Diploma Holders)	156	Three year Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical and Electronics or Electronics Engineering. Minimum 50% aggregate marks needed for General, EWS and OBC-NCL candidates. SC, ST and PwBD candidates need only 45% aggregate marks in the diploma. The diploma must come from a recognised board or institute approved by a government authority. Final semester candidates must hold the passing certificate before the cutoff date. Registration on the NATS portal is compulsory before the final application form.
Trade Apprentice (ITI Holders)	104	Class 10 (Matric) pass from a recognised board along with a two year ITI certificate. The ITI trade must be Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic or Machinist. The ITI certificate must come from an NCVT or SCVT recognised institute. General, EWS and OBC-NCL candidates need at least 50% marks in Class 10. SC, ST and PwBD candidates need only 45% marks in Class 10. NAPS portal registration is mandatory for trade apprentice applicants.
Graduate Apprentice (Degree Holders)	104	Graduation in BBA, BA, B.Com, B.Sc or any other discipline from a recognised institute or university. 50% aggregate marks needed for General, EWS and OBC-NCL candidates. SC, ST and PwBD candidates need 45% aggregate marks in the degree. The degree should be recognised by UGC, AICTE or a state university. Distance and open university degrees are acceptable when recognised by the UGC. Candidates must complete NATS portal registration before applying online.
Trade Apprentice (Data Entry Operator)	69	Class 12th pass from a recognised board, and applicants must stay below graduate level. Skilled certificate holders need a Domestic Data Entry Operator certificate under NSQF. The skill training must run for one year from a central government recognised authority. Simple 12th pass candidates without the skill certificate can also apply for these seats. Qualifying marks follow the same category wise slabs as other apprentice posts.

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