IOCL Barauni Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by the Indian Oil Corporation Limited for its Barauni Refinery unit in Bihar. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking to start their career in a “Global 500” company without facing a tough written exam. The corporation is inviting online applications for 224 apprentice seats across various trades like Fitter, Chemical, Accountant, and Data Entry Operator. The selection is purely based on the merit of your marks in the qualifying examination. Interested candidates with qualifications ranging from Class 10th (with ITI), Class 12th, Diploma, to Graduation (B.Sc/B.Com) can apply online between February 10, 2026, and February 23, 2026.
Since there is no written examination for this recruitment, there is no syllabus. Selection is based entirely on the marks obtained in your qualifying degree/diploma/ITI.
What is the last date to apply for IOCL Barauni Refinery Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to register and submit the online application form, including the required additional data via the Google Form, is February 23, 2026.
What is the selection process for the IOCL Barauni Apprentice posts?
Selection is strictly merit-based. There is no written examination. Candidates are shortlisted based on the percentage of marks obtained in their qualifying examination (ITI, Diploma, Degree, or Class 12th).
What is the age limit for candidates applying for this apprenticeship?
As of January 31, 2026, candidates must be between 18 and 24 years of age. Relaxations apply for reserved categories: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Is there any application fee for the IOCL Barauni Apprentice 2026?
No, there is no application fee for any category. Candidates from General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, and PH categories can apply for these positions free of cost.
What are the educational eligibility criteria for the Data Entry Operator post?
For the Data Entry Operator (Fresher) post, a candidate must have passed Class 12th. For the Skill Certificate holder post, the candidate must have passed Class 12th and possess a ‘Domestic Data Entry Operator’ skill certificate.
When will the merit list for document verification be released?
The tentative date for the release of the merit list or document verification list is March 02, 2026. Verification of original documents is scheduled to take place between March 09 and March 12, 2026.
How can I apply for the Technician or Trade Apprentice positions?
Candidates must first register on the NAPS portal (for Trade Apprentices) or NATS portal (for Technician Apprentices). After finding and applying for the Barauni Refinery opportunity on these portals, candidates must complete the “Apprenticeship Additional Data Form” link provided on the official IOCL website.
Candidates are advised to cross-check the latest information on the official website before applying. 👉 ImagesIntoPDF converter
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