Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a Fortune Global 500 Company and Government of India undertaking, invites applications for 224 Apprentice positions at Barauni Refinery under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973.
Quick Overview
| Company Name | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Barauni Refinery |
| Total Apprentice Posts | 224 |
| Age Limit | 18-24 Years (as on 31.01.2026) |
| Duration | 12-24 Months (depending on trade) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | iocl.com |
Vacancy Details
| Code | Trade/Discipline | Total Posts | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 152 | 71 | 15 | 24 | 1 | 41 |
| 102 | Trade Apprentice (Fitter) | 16 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| 103 | Trade Apprentice (Boiler) | 29 | 12 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 8 |
| 107 | Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation) | 17 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| 109 | Trade Apprentice (Accountant) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 110-111 | Data Entry Operator (Fresher & Skill Holders) | 9 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Total | 224 | ||||||
Eligibility Criteria
Code 101: Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) - 152 Posts
- 3 Years B.Sc (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry)
- Minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD)
- 12-month training duration
Code 102: Fitter - 16 Posts
- Matriculation + ITI in Fitter (minimum 2 years) with Pass class
- 12-month training duration
Code 103: Boiler - 29 Posts
- 3 Years B.Sc (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry)
- Minimum 50% marks
- 24-month training duration
Code 107: Technician (Instrumentation) - 17 Posts
- 3 Years Diploma in Instrumentation/Electronics/Control Engineering
- Minimum 50% marks
- 12-month training duration
Code 109: Accountant - 1 Post
- B.Com qualification
- Minimum 50% marks
- 12-month training duration
Code 110-111: Data Entry Operator - 9 Posts
- Code 110: Class XII pass (Fresher)
- Code 111: Class XII + Skill Certificate in Domestic Data Entry Operator
- 12-month training duration
Age & Important Criteria
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 24 years as on 31.01.2026
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per Government guidelines
- Only regular full-time courses recognized by Board/University/Institute
- Part-time/correspondence/distance education not eligible
- No higher professional qualifications (BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, etc.)
- Not eligible if 5+ years passed since acquiring qualification
- One trade application per candidate only
- PwBD candidates can apply only for Codes 102, 107, 109, 110, 111
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FAQs
Q1: How many total apprentice posts are available?
A: 224 apprentice posts across 6 different trades at IOCL Barauni Refinery.
Q2: What is the age limit?
A: Minimum 18 years, maximum 24 years as on 31.01.2026. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD.
Q3: Is this a paid apprenticeship?
A: Yes, IOCL apprentices receive stipend as per Apprentices Act norms during training.
Q4: Can I apply for multiple trades?
A: No, candidates can apply for only one trade/discipline. Multiple applications will be rejected.
Q5: What is the training duration?
A: 12 months (most trades) to 24 months (Boiler) depending on the trade selected.
Q6: What is the last date to apply?
A: Check IOCL website for exact deadline mentioned in full notification.
Q7: Are there reservations?
A: Yes, SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD reservations as per Presidential directives and Government guidelines.
Q8: Can B.Tech/MBA holders apply?
A: No, candidates with higher professional qualifications are not eligible.
Q9: Is prior work experience acceptable?
A: No, candidates with 1+ year job experience after qualification are not eligible.
Q10: Can previous apprentices apply?
A: Yes, with minimum 1-3 year gap depending on circumstances, as per eligibility criteria.