IOCL Barauni Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 272 vacant positions

IOCL Barauni Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 272 vacant positions, Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Barauni Refinery, has announced 272 Apprentice vacancies through its recruitment notification (Advertisement No. BR/HR/APPR/2026-27/II). The notification is available on the official IOCL website: https://www.iocl.com.

The recruitment drive covers several positions, including Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant), Trade Apprentice (Boiler), Technician Apprentice (Mechanical), and Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation).

Candidates holding a B.Sc. degree in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry, or a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Instrumentation Engineering with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates) are eligible to apply.

Eligible applicants can submit their applications through the online mode. The last date for submitting the IOCL Barauni Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 application form is 6 December 2026.

Interested candidates should review the detailed recruitment notification to understand the eligibility requirements, selection process and application guidelines before applying. The official notification and online application links are available below in the Important Links section.

Last Date of Application: 6^th December 2026

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Overview of IOCL Barauni Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 272 vacant positions

Organisation	Indian Oil Corporation Limited, Barauni Refinery
Notification Number	Advt No. BR/HR/APPR/2026-27/II
Post Name	Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)\|Trade Apprentice (Boiler)\|Technician Apprentice (Mechanical)\|Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation)
Total Number of Vacancies	272
Qualification	B.Sc. (Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry) / Diploma in Mechanical Engg. / Diploma in Instrumentation Engg. with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD)
Job Location	Bihar
Application Mode	Apply Online
Last Date to Apply	6/12/2026
Official Website	https://www.iocl.com

Important Dates for IOCL Barauni Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 272 vacant positions

Applicants are advised to note the key dates associated with the IOCL Barauni Apprentice Recruitment 2026 and complete each stage of the application process within the prescribed timeline. The important dates are provided below as per the official recruitment schedule. Any subsequent changes or updates will be notified through the official website.

Application Fees for IOCL Barauni Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 272 vacant positions

No application fees is applicable for this recruitment drive

Eligibility Criteria and other vacancy details

Vacancies Detail

The IOCL Barauni Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification specifies the number of openings, educational qualifications, age requirements and stipend provisions for each trade and technician apprentice position. Candidates should check the post-wise details below to ensure they meet the prescribed eligibility conditions.

1. Trade Apprentice – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) [Code 101]

Number of Vacancies: 190
Educational Qualification: Three-year B.Sc. degree with Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry.
Age Limit: 18–24 years as on 30 November 2026.
Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Stipend: As prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules, 1992 (as amended) and IOCL guidelines.

2. Trade Apprentice (Boiler) [Code 103]

Number of Vacancies: 38
Educational Qualification: Three-year B.Sc. degree with Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry.
Age Limit: 18–24 years as on 30 November 2026.
Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Stipend: As prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules, 1992 (as amended) and IOCL guidelines.

3. Technician Apprentice – Mechanical [Code 105]

Number of Vacancies: 21
Educational Qualification: Three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
Age Limit: 18–24 years as on 30 November 2026.
Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Stipend: As prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules, 1992 (as amended) and IOCL guidelines.

4. Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation [Code 107]

Number of Vacancies: 23
Educational Qualification: Three-year Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering, Instrumentation and Electronics, Instrumentation and Control Engineering, or Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering.
Age Limit: 18–24 years as on 30 November 2026.
Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Stipend: As prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules, 1992 (as amended) and IOCL guidelines.

Selection Procedure

IOCL Barauni Refinery will select candidates for its 2026 apprenticeship programme based on their academic performance. There will be no written examination. The selection process will follow the criteria outlined below:

Candidates will be shortlisted according to the percentage of marks obtained in their prescribed educational qualification. The aggregate marks across all subjects and semesters/years will determine their merit position.
Preference will be given to applicants seeking apprenticeship training for the first time.
If two or more candidates secure identical marks, the older candidate will receive preference based on their date of birth.
If the date of birth is also identical, the candidate with a higher percentage of marks in Matriculation will be ranked higher.
PwBD candidates who have received relaxation in the minimum qualifying marks will be considered against the designated reserved seats, based on merit within their respective categories.
Candidates shortlisted through the merit process will be invited for Document Verification.
Final engagement will be subject to successfully qualifying in the Pre-Engagement Medical Examination.
The management reserves the right to decide the number of candidates engaged, depending on their suitability and organisational requirements.

Applicants should consult the official notification for the complete selection guidelines and other applicable conditions.

How to Apply

Applications for IOCL Barauni Apprentice Recruitment 2026 require candidates to complete two mandatory stages. Applicants must first register and apply through the appropriate NAPS or NATS portal, depending on their chosen trade, and then submit additional information through a Microsoft Form.

Follow the instructions below to complete the application successfully.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Visit the official IOCL website at https://www.iocl.com between 6 November 2026 and 6 December 2026.
Make sure you have an active Apprentice Registration/Enrolment Number on the relevant NAPS or NATS portal.
Step 1 – Register and Apply Through the Apprenticeship Portal:
- For Post Codes 101 and 103, register through the NAPS portal: https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ and apply for the relevant apprenticeship opportunity.
- For Post Codes 105 and 107, register through the NATS portal: https://nats.education.gov.in and apply for the IOCL Barauni Refinery recruitment advertisement available on your dashboard.
Select the correct establishment using the following registration IDs:
- NATS Establishment ID: EBRBEC000003
- NAPS Establishment ID: E11191000001
Step 2 – Submit the Additional Information Form: After completing the NAPS/NATS application, candidates must also fill out the Microsoft Form titled APPRENTICESHIP ADDITIONAL DATA FORM: BARAUNI REFINERY 2026.
Verify that the information submitted through the Microsoft Form matches the details provided on the NAPS/NATS portal. This includes your enrolment number, student ID or registration number, email address and mobile number.
Complete both application stages within the prescribed deadline. Applications will be treated as valid only after successful submission through both platforms.
Incomplete applications and applications submitted through offline mode will not be accepted.

Candidates should carefully follow the instructions in the official notification to avoid errors during registration and submission.

Other Important Information

Before applying, candidates should also take note of the following conditions and provisions governing the IOCL Barauni apprenticeship programme:

Apprenticeship Duration: The training period is 12 months for Code 101, 24 months for Code 103, 12 months for Code 105 and 12 months for Code 107.
No Guarantee of Employment: Completion of apprenticeship training does not create any obligation on IOCL to offer permanent employment. Apprentices cannot claim an employment right solely on the basis of completing the programme.
Monthly Stipend: Apprentices will receive a stipend according to the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, Apprentices Rules, 1992 (as amended) and the Corporation’s applicable guidelines.
Safety Equipment: Eligible apprentices under Codes 101, 103, 105 and 107 will be provided with one pair of safety shoes and a returnable helmet, wherever applicable.
Accommodation and HRA: IOCL will not provide company accommodation or House Rent Allowance to apprentices.
Leave Entitlement: General leave will be 32 days, calculated at 8 days per quarter. Casual leave will be 12 days per calendar year on a pro-rata basis. Apprentices will also receive holidays observed by the establishment.
Accident Insurance: Apprentices will be covered under suitable accident insurance arrangements.
PwBD Reservations: Candidates with benchmark disabilities can apply only for the identified seats under Post Codes 105 and 107.
Minimum Qualifying Marks: Applicants must have at least 50% aggregate marks. The minimum requirement is relaxed to 45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates applying against reserved seats.
Higher Qualifications: Candidates holding higher qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, LLB or MCA are not eligible for this recruitment.
Previous Work Experience: Applicants with one year or more of job experience after obtaining the prescribed qualification are ineligible.
Qualification Validity: Candidates who have completed five years after acquiring the prescribed qualification as of 30 November 2026 cannot apply.
One Trade for B.Sc. Candidates: Applicants with a B.Sc. qualification may apply for only one discipline, either Code 101 or Code 103. Applying for both trades is not permitted.
Travel Reimbursement: SC/ST/PwBD candidates appearing for Document Verification will be reimbursed single second-class railway fare, provided the travel distance is at least 30 kilometres.
Legal Jurisdiction: Any disputes arising from the recruitment process will fall under the jurisdiction of the local courts at Begusarai.
Contact Details: Candidates can contact the Barauni Refinery recruitment cell at 06243-275258 or 06243-275240. Email: brrecttcell@indianoil.in.
Apprenticeship Establishment IDs: NATS – EBRBEC000003; NAPS – E11191000001 (Barauni Refinery).

Important Links

This section provides direct links to the official notification and online application portal for IOCL Barauni Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Before applying, candidates should carefully review the detailed notification to verify their eligibility and understand the application requirements for the following positions: