Overview
IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice has released a recruitment notification for 582 apprentice posts. Interested candidates can apply online for the IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice 2026 recruitment starting from June 29, 2026, at 10:00 Hrs. The application window will close on July 28, 2026, at 17:00 Hrs.
This recruitment drive includes various posts, such as 4 vacancies for post 102, 4 for post 105, 5 for post 106, and 2 for post 107. Candidates are advised to carefully review the official notification and visit the official website before proceeding to apply.
Quick Overview
| Organisation | IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice |
|---|---|
| Post / Exam | Paradip Refinery Apprentice |
| Advertisement No. | PDR/HR/01/Apprentices-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 582 |
| Category | Recruitment |
| Location | All India |
| Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 28 July 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Code | Trade/Discipline | Qualification | Period of Training | Total | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC(NCL) | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant), Discipline: Chemical | 3 years B.Sc (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry) | 12 months | 180 | 71 | 18 | 29 | 40 | 22 | 0 |
| 102 | Trade Apprentice (Fitter), Discipline: Mechanical | Matric with ITI in Fitter Trade of minimum 2 years duration with Pass class | 12 months | 59 | 24 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 7 | 4 |
| 104 | Technician Apprentice, Discipline: Chemical | 3 years Diploma in Chemical Engg./Petrochemical Engg./Chemical Technology/Refinery and Petrochemical Engg. | 12 months | 130 | 52 | 13 | 21 | 29 | 15 | 0 |
| 105 | Technician Apprentice, Discipline: Mechanical | 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engg. | 12 months | 60 | 24 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 7 | 4 |
| 106 | Technician Apprentice, Discipline: Electrical | 3 years Diploma in Electrical Engg./Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 12 months | 80 | 31 | 8 | 13 | 18 | 10 | 5 |
| 107 | Technician Apprentice, Discipline: Instrumentation | 3 years Diploma in Instrumentation Engg./Instrumentation & Electronics/Instrumentation & Control Engg./Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering | 12 months | 20 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 108 | Trade Apprentice – Secretarial Assistant | 3 Years B.A./B.Sc/B.Com | 15 months | 23 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 |
| 109 | Trade Apprentice – Accountant | 3 year B.Com | 12 months | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 110 | Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentices) | Class XII pass | 12 months | 20 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| 111 | Trade Apprentice – Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holders) | Class XII pass with Skill Certificate in 'Domestic Data Entry Operator' | 12 months | 9 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 582 | 234 | 58 | 93 | 128 | 69 | 23 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the educational qualification and age limit prescribed by IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice for this recruitment. The required minimum qualification is generally Diploma/ITI, Graduate from a recognised board or university. Age relaxation is provided to reserved categories (SC / ST / OBC / PwD / Ex-Servicemen) as per government rules. For the exact educational qualification, age limit and experience, please read the official notification carefully before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Online Application in NAPS/NATS Portal and MS Forms | 29 June 2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application and MS Forms | 28 July 2026 (17:00 Hrs) |
| Tentative Date of Publication of List for Document Verification | 5 August 2026 |
| Tentative Date of Document Verification | 11 August 2026 to 18 August 2026 |
Application Fee
The application fee, including category-wise concessions, is mentioned in the official notification. The fee is usually paid online through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. SC / ST / PwD and (in many exams) women candidates get a fee concession or exemption — check the notification for exact details.
How to Apply Online
- Open the official website using the link in the Important Links section below.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, then log in to the recruitment portal.
- Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational and contact details.
- Upload the required documents — recent photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form before the last date.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on the stages fixed by IOCL Paradip Refinery Apprentice, which may include a written examination or computer-based test (CBT), skill / typing test, physical efficiency test (where applicable), document verification and a medical examination. The exact selection procedure, exam pattern and syllabus are given in the official notification. Candidates who clear each stage are shortlisted for the next.
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