IOCL Barauni Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 432 Technician, Trade Apprentice Posts

This section gives candidates the core facts about the IOCL Barauni Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 in one place. It covers the hiring unit, total seats, application mode, and closing date. Use this table as a quick reference before checking detailed eligibility below.

Candidates wondering about the IOCL Barauni Apprentice 2026 timeline can note that the notification was issued on 29 June 2026, with applications accepted on the NAPS/NATS portals from the same date. The eligibility cut-off date for age and qualification is also fixed, and document verification follows shortly after the application window closes.

The IOCL Barauni Refinery Apprentice Vacancy 2026 covers 11 trade and technician categories totaling 432 seats. The Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) trade has the highest number of openings at 237, followed by Boiler Trade Apprentice at 39. Candidates should check the post code, qualification, and reserved seats relevant to their trade before applying. PwBD candidates can apply only against identified seats under Codes 102, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, and 111, since Petroleum Refining is classified as a hazardous process and certain trades are not open to PwBD reservation.

Category-wise Reservation (Code 101 – Largest Trade)

Eligibility for IOCL Barauni Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 depends on the trade applied for, with qualification ranging from Matric with ITI to Graduation and Diploma. Candidates must have already passed the prescribed qualification as on the eligibility cut-off date — those awaiting results are not eligible. The minimum aggregate marks required are 50% for general candidates and 45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates against reserved seats. The minimum age for IOCL Barauni Apprentice 2026 is 18 years, and the maximum is 24 years as on 30 June 2026 for General/EWS candidates. Age relaxation is extended to SC, ST, OBC (NCL), and PwBD candidates as per Government of India guidelines — up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), and up to 10 years for PwBD candidates irrespective of reservation. Only the Matriculation (Class X) certificate issued by the Board of Secondary Education is acc

Candidates wondering about the IOCL Barauni selection process can note that there is no written test for this apprentice engagement. Selection is based purely on the percentage of marks scored in the prescribed qualification, in descending order, among candidates registered on the NAPS/NATS portal. Merit Listing: Candidates are ranked by aggregate percentage of marks (all years/semesters) in the prescribed qualification for their trade. Preference is given to first-time apprenticeship applicants. Tie-Breaker: In case of equal marks, the candidate senior in age (date of birth) is ranked higher; if dates of birth also match, higher Matriculation marks decide the rank. PwBD Consideration: PwBD candidates who avail relaxation in qualifying marks are considered against reserved seats based on merit within their category. Document Verification (Tentative: 11–18 August 2026): Shortlisted candid

The stipend payable to apprentices selected under IOCL Barauni Refinery Recruitment 2026 follows the rates prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules 1992, and Corporation guidelines, rather than a fixed flat figure stated in this notification. Apprentices engaged against Codes 101 to 107 receive one pair of safety shoes and a helmet, returnable upon training completion. Importantly, IOCL has clarified that the Corporation has no obligation to offer regular employment upon completion of the apprenticeship period, and apprentices cannot claim employment rights based solely on completing their training. Calculate your exact in-hand Salary in 10 seconds - Calculate Now

Shortlisted candidates must carry original documents along with self-attested copies at the time of document verification, tentatively scheduled between 11 and 18 August 2026. Missing or incorrect documents at this stage can lead to automatic rejection of candidature. 10th Pass/Matriculation certificate (proof of date of birth) Class XII / ITI / Graduation / Diploma marksheets (semester-wise/year-wise, as applicable) Final qualification certificate issued by the respective Board/Authority/NCVET/SCVT CGPA/OGPA to percentage conversion certificate, if applicable Certificate confirming regular full-time mode of study and good conduct, from the Principal of the institute SC/ST/Disability/OBC(NCL)/EWS Income & Asset Certificate, as applicable, in the prescribed format Skill Certificate (for Code 111 candidates only) Print of NAPS/NATS portal registration with applicant details Affidavit (Anne