Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Barauni Refinery has released Advertisement Barauni-BR/HR/APPR/2026-27/I for engagement of 432 Trade & Technician Apprentices across 11 trades for the 2026-27 session. Eligible candidates can apply online from 29 June 2026 to 28 July 2026 via the NAPS / NATS portals and the mandatory IOCL form at iocl.com. There is no written test — selection is on the basis of marks in the qualifying exam. Complete details are given below.
IOCL Barauni Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organisation | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Barauni Refinery |
| Advertisement No. | Barauni-BR/HR/APPR/2026-27/I |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice & Technician Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 432 Posts |
| Age Limit | 18 to 24 Years (as on 30 June 2026; relaxation as per rules) |
| Job Location | Barauni Refinery, Begusarai, Bihar |
| Selection Process | Merit in qualifying exam (No written test) |
| Application Mode | Online (NAPS / NATS + IOCL form) |
Important Dates
| Online Application Starts | 29 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 28 July 2026 |
Vacancy Details (Trade-wise)
| Trade | Posts |
| Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 237 |
| Boiler | 39 |
| Fitter | 24 |
| Technician Apprentice – Chemical | 24 |
| Technician Apprentice – Mechanical | 24 |
| Technician Apprentice – Electrical | 23 |
| Technician Apprentice – Instrumentation | 23 |
| Secretarial Assistant | 15 |
| Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | 11 |
| Data Entry Operator (Skill Certificate Holder) | 11 |
| Accountant | 1 |
| Total | 432 |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility depends on the trade applied for, ranging from Matriculation with relevant ITI, to Diploma and Graduation in the relevant discipline. The minimum aggregate marks required are 50% for General candidates and 45% for SC / ST / PwBD candidates against reserved seats. Age Limit: 18 to 24 years as on 30 June 2026 for General / EWS, with relaxation of 5 years for SC / ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL) and up to 10 years for PwBD candidates. Candidates awaiting results are not eligible.
Application Fee
There is generally no application fee for IOCL apprentice engagement. Candidates should confirm the exact fee (if any) from the official notification before applying.
How to Apply for IOCL Barauni Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register on the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) for trade apprentice posts, or NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) for technician apprentice posts, as applicable to your trade.
- Visit iocl.com, open the “What’s New” section and read the Barauni Refinery Apprentice 2026-27 advertisement carefully.
- Fill the mandatory IOCL Microsoft Form with your NAPS / NATS enrolment details.
- Upload the required documents and complete both steps before 28 July 2026.
- Keep a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online (IOCL Form) | Click Here |
| NAPS Portal | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download |
| Official Website | iocl.com |
Prepare for the Exam
Want to strengthen your basics? Explore our curated list of the Best Books for Government Exams 2026 for ITI, diploma and technical apprentice preparation.
Related Recruitment 2026
Disclaimer: The information above is compiled from the official IOCL Barauni Refinery notification (Barauni-BR/HR/APPR/2026-27/I) and reliable sources. Candidates are advised to read the official notification on iocl.com before applying.