ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 3,047 Posts – Apply Online (NAPS/NATS)
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited • Advt. No. ONGC/APPR/1/2026 • ITI, Diploma & Graduate candidates • 674 seats in Assam (Jorhat, Sivasagar/Nazira, Silchar)
ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is out. Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC), a ‘Maharatna’ PSU, has invited online applications for 3,047 apprentice seats across 24 work centres under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Of these, 674 seats are in the Eastern Sector (Assam) and 200 more are at Agartala, Tripura, making this a major opportunity for job seekers in Assam and Northeast India. This guide covers vacancies, eligibility, domicile rules, stipend, selection process and the step-by-step way to apply.
ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) |
| Advertisement No. | ONGC/APPR/1/2026 (dated 29.10.2026) |
| Post Name | Trade, Diploma & Graduate Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 3,047 (tentative, may change as per ONGC requirement) |
| Work Centres | 24 across India |
| Training Duration | 12 months |
| Application Mode | Online only – NAPS / NATS portal |
| Official Websites | ongcindia.com • ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification & online portal opens | 29 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 20 November 2026 |
| Age & eligibility cut-off date | 29 November 2026 |
| Date of result / selection | 15 December 2026 |
Sector-wise Vacancy Details
| Sector | Work Centres | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Northern | Dehradun, Delhi, Jodhpur, OVL Delhi | 191 |
| Mumbai | Goa, Hazira, Mumbai, Nhava, Panvel, Uran | 482 |
| Western | Ahmedabad, Ankleshwar, Cambay, Mehsana, Vadodara | 1,166 |
| Eastern (Assam) | Jorhat, Nazira & Sivasagar, Silchar | 674 |
| Southern | Chennai, Kakinada, Karaikal, Rajahmundry | 267* |
| Central (incl. Tripura) | Agartala, Bokaro, Kolkata | 267 |
| Grand Total | 24 work centres | 3,047 |
Assam Work Centres – Trade-wise Vacancies
Candidates from Assam are eligible for all three Eastern Sector work centres (all districts of Assam are covered). “–” means no vacancy.
| Trade / Discipline | Jorhat | Nazira & Sivasagar | Silchar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | – | 52 | 13 |
| Draughtsman (Civil) | – | 6 | 4 |
| Electrician | 20 | 48 | 9 |
| Electronics Mechanic | – | 8 | – |
| Fire Safety Technician (Oil & Gas) | 6 | 23 | 3 |
| Fitter | 25 | 98 | 9 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 7 | 8 | – |
| Lab Chemist/Analyst – Petroleum Products | 15 | 14 | – |
| Library Assistant | – | 1 | – |
| Machinist | – | 13 | – |
| Mechanic Repair & Maintenance of Vehicles | 5 | 3 | – |
| Mechanic Diesel | 25 | 26 | 10 |
| Secretarial Office Assistant – Oil & Gas | 15 | 29 | 13 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 12 | 12 | 8 |
| Accounts Executive (NATS) | 5 | 21 | 4 |
| Electronics & Telecom Executive (Oil & Gas, Diploma) | – | 6 | – |
| Electrical Executive (Oil & Gas, Diploma) | – | 5 | – |
| Instrumentation Executive (Oil & Gas, Diploma) | – | 2 | – |
| Mechanical Executive (Oil & Gas, Diploma) | – | 6 | – |
| Civil Executive (Diploma) | – | 16 | – |
| Civil Executive (Graduate) | – | 15 | – |
| Computer Science Executive (Graduate) | – | 6 | – |
| Electrical Executive (Graduate) | – | 5 | – |
| Electronics Executive (Graduate) | – | 5 | – |
| Instrumentation Executive (Graduate) | – | 3 | – |
| Mechanical Executive (Graduate) | – | 8 | – |
| Petroleum Executive | – | 17 | – |
| Store Keeper (Petroleum Products) | – | 10 | – |
| Total | 135 | 466 | 73 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 29 November 2026)
Minimum 18 years, maximum 24 years (date of birth between 29.11.2002 and 29.11.2008).
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (General) | Up to 10 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | Up to 15 years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | Up to 13 years |
Educational Qualification
| Trade / Discipline | Qualification | Scheme |
|---|---|---|
| Library Assistant | 10th pass | NAPS |
| COPA, Draughtsman (Civil), Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Fitter, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Diesel, Medical Lab Technician, Mechanic RAC, Stenographer (English), Surveyor, Welder | ITI in the respective trade (NCVT/SBTE recognised) | NAPS |
| Fire Safety Technician (Oil & Gas) | 12th pass, or ITI in relevant trade | NAPS |
| Lab Chemist/Analyst – Petroleum Products | B.Sc. (Chemistry) | NAPS |
| Executive HR – Oil & Gas | BBA | NAPS |
| Executive Finance – Oil & Gas | B.Com | NAPS |
| Secretarial Office Assistant – Oil & Gas | Any graduate | NAPS |
| Computer Science / Electronics & Telecom / Electrical / Instrumentation / Mechanical Executive (Oil & Gas) | 3-year Engineering Diploma in the respective discipline | NAPS |
| Civil Executive (Diploma) | 3-year Engineering Diploma in Civil | NATS |
| Accounts Executive | Bachelor’s degree in Commerce | NATS |
| Store Keeper (Petroleum Products) | Graduate | NATS |
| Computer Science / Electrical / Civil / Electronics / Instrumentation / Mechanical Executive (Graduate) | B.E./B.Tech in the respective discipline | NATS |
| Petroleum Executive | Graduate with Geology as one subject | NATS |
Other Conditions
- You must not have undergone, or be currently undergoing, apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
- You must not have completed three years after passing the qualifying exam as on 29.11.2026.
- Candidates with one year or more of training/job experience after the required qualification are not eligible as Technician Apprentice.
- Selection is subject to medical fitness as per the Apprentices Act.
Domicile Rule – Check Before Choosing a Work Centre
You can apply for a work centre only if you are a resident (domicile) of, or obtained your essential qualification from, the eligible district(s) listed against that centre in Annexure-I of the notification. For Jorhat, Nazira & Sivasagar and Silchar, all districts of Assam are eligible. If you apply to several centres or trades, ONGC will allot only one centre and one trade, at its discretion.
Stipend
| Category | Qualification | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA / BE / B.Tech | ₹12,300 |
| Diploma (Technician) Apprentice | 3-year Engineering Diploma | ₹10,900 |
| Trade Apprentice | ITI (2-year trade) | ₹10,560 |
| Trade Apprentice | ITI (1-year trade) | ₹9,600 |
| Trade Apprentice | 10th / 12th pass | ₹8,200 |
Selection Process
There is no written exam mentioned in the notification. Selection is merit-based:
- Applications from NAPS/NATS are consolidated trade-wise and work-centre-wise and scrutinised for eligibility.
- A provisional merit list is prepared on marks in the qualifying examination. In a tie, the older candidate is preferred.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification (list published on the ONGC website and/or sent by email).
- A final merit list is prepared after verification, following the reservation policy (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD as per Government guidelines).
- Results are published on ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in (scheduled date: 15 December 2026).
Documents to keep ready
- Class 10 certificate / proof of date of birth
- Mark sheets and certificates of the qualifying exam (ITI / Diploma / Degree)
- Caste (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) or PwBD certificate, if claiming relaxation
- Valid photo ID and NAPS/NATS registration details
- Domicile proof, if required for the chosen work centre
How to Apply Online for ONGC Apprentice 2026
- Check eligibility and Annexure-I domicile rules in the official notification.
- Trade apprentices (NAPS trades): register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and complete your profile.
- NATS trades (graduate/diploma executive roles): register on nats.education.gov.in.
- Find the ONGC apprenticeship opening, select your sector, work centre and one trade.
- Enter qualification details exactly as on your certificates and upload documents.
- Submit before 20 November 2026 and save the confirmation.
Important Links
Apply Online – NAPS (Trade) Apply Online – NATS (Graduate/Diploma) Official Notification PDF ONGC Apprentices Website
Official queries: ongc_skilldev@ongc.co.in
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vacancies are there in ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
ONGC has announced 3,047 tentative apprentice vacancies across 24 work centres. The number may change as per ONGC’s requirement.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online is 20 November 2026. The portal opened on 29 October 2026.
How many ONGC apprentice seats are in Assam?
The Eastern Sector has 674 seats: Jorhat (135), Nazira & Sivasagar (466) and Silchar (73).
Is there any written exam?
The notification describes a merit-based selection using marks in the qualifying examination, followed by document verification. No written test is mentioned.
Can I apply for more than one work centre?
You may apply for more than one, but ONGC will allot only one work centre and one trade, at its discretion.
Can 10th pass candidates apply?
Yes, for Library Assistant (10th pass) and Fire Safety Technician (12th pass or ITI). Most other trades need ITI, a diploma or a degree.
Will ONGC give a permanent job after the apprenticeship?
No. Apprenticeship is training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and ONGC has no obligation to offer regular employment.
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