Assam Career : Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Digboi Refinery (Assam), is inviting applications from young and energetic Indian Nationals for the engagement of Trade and Technician Apprentices. This recruitment drive for 2026 offers 48 positions across various technical disciplines, providing a platform for aspirants to gain hands-on experience in the "Cradle of the Indian Oil Industry."
The apprenticeship is a great starting point for B.Sc. and Diploma holders to learn specialized refinery operations, from chemical plant management to high-precision instrumentation.
Vacancy & Qualification Details
The vacancies are distributed across specific technical trades as outlined below:
| Name of Post | Discipline | Vacancies | Minimum Qualification |
| Trade Apprentice | Attendant Operator (Chemical) | 32 | 3 years B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Maths/Industrial Chemistry) |
| Trade Apprentice | Boiler (Mechanical) | 02 | 3 years B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Maths/Industrial Chemistry) |
| Technician Apprentice | Chemical | 09 | 3 years Diploma in Chemical/ Petrochemical Engg./ Tech. |
| Technician Apprentice | Instrumentation | 05 | 3 years Diploma in Instrumentation/ Control/ Applied Electronics |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years as of 31-01-2026 (for General/EWS).
Age Relaxation: Upper age limit relaxation is applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), and PwBD (10 years) candidates as per Government of India guidelines.
Stipend: Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973/1992 and Corporation guidelines.
Application Process: Step-by-Step
The application process is entirely online and involves three critical steps. Ensure you have your mobile number and email ID ready before starting.
Mandatory Portal Registration:
Trade Apprentices: Register on the NAPS portal (
apprenticeshipindia.gov.in Technician Apprentices: Register on the NATS portal (
nats.education.gov.in
Apply via IOCL Website:
Visit
www.iocl.com Click on "Click here to Register/Apply on NAPS/NATS" to apply against the Digboi Refinery opportunity.
Submission of Additional Info:
After the portal application, click on “Click here to submit additional information on Microsoft / Google forms” available on the IOCL page. This step is mandatory to complete your candidature.
Important Dates
Last Date for Submission: 25th February 2026 (by 17:00 Hrs)
Note: Candidates who have already undergone Apprenticeship Training or have job experience of one year or more after acquiring the qualification are not eligible to apply.
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