IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment [Released] for Graduates, Diploma Holders, Don’t Miss

JOB INFORMATION
TOTAL VACANCIES
470 Posts
LAST DATE TO APPLY
03 Sep 2026

IOCL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 470 Graduate Engineer, Diploma Engineer, Officer Marketing, Law Officer & Quality Control Posts

IOCL Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by Indian Oil Corporation Limited on 14th August 2026, inviting online applications for 470 Executive vacancies through Computer Based Test (CBT) under Advt. No. IOCL/CO-HR/RECTT/2026/01. This IOCL notification 2026 covers a wide range of posts including Graduate Engineer (Grade A) in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Electronics & Communication, Instrumentation and Computer Science & IT disciplines, Officer (Marketing) Grade A, Law Officer Grade A, Assistant Quality Control Officer Grade A0, and Diploma Engineer Grade E0. Eligible candidates of Indian nationality can apply online at www.iocl.com from 14th August 2026 to 3rd September 2026.

This IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment detailed guide covers IOCL Recruitment 2026 eligibility, age limit, educational qualification, application fee, selection process, salary, and how to apply online — everything job seekers need to know before applying for this Maharatna PSU job opportunity.

IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Overview – Quick Summary Table

Before going into the detailed eligibility and application process, here is a quick overview table summarizing all the key details of IOCL Recruitment 2026 for easy reference.

IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment [Released] for Graduates, Diploma Holders, Don't Miss
IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment [Released] for Graduates, Diploma Holders, Don’t Miss
Particulars Details
Organization Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Advertisement No. IOCL/CO-HR/RECTT/2026/01
Notification Date 14th August 2026
Post Name Graduate Engineer, Diploma Engineer, Officer (Marketing), Law Officer, Assistant Quality Control Officer
Total Vacancies 470 Posts
Selection Mode Computer Based Test (CBT)
Application Mode Online
Online Application Start Date 14th August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online 3rd September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Admit Card Release Date 15th September 2026
CBT Exam Date 24th September 2026
Job Location Anywhere in India (including overseas offices)
Official Website www.iocl.com




About Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)

Indian Oil Corporation Limited is India’s largest and most diversified energy major, operating across refining, pipelines, marketing, petrochemicals, and natural gas businesses. As a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise and a regular in the Fortune Global 500 list, IOCL offers one of the most sought-after and stable careers in India’s PSU sector. Through this IOCL Recruitment 2026 drive, the Corporation aims to hire talented engineers, marketing officers, law officers and quality control officers to support its growth into green hydrogen, biofuels, CGD, and next-generation energy solutions.

IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment Vacancy Details – Post Wise & Category Wise

A total of 470 vacancies have been notified across Grade A, Grade A0 and Grade E0 posts. Vacancy details are kept discipline-wise below for easy scanning. Candidates are advised to verify the latest vacancy figures on the official IOCL notification, as the numbers may increase or decrease at the Corporation’s discretion.

Grade A – Graduate Engineer, Officer (Marketing) & Law Officer Vacancies

Discipline UR EWS OBC(NCL) SC ST Total
Civil 25 6 17 11 3 62
Chemical 11 1 2 1 1 16
Electrical 32 7 20 11 5 75
Electronics & Communication 13 4 8 6 1 32
Mechanical 49 12 32 19 6 118
Instrumentation 17 3 8 5 2 35
Computer Science & IT 11 2 4 3 2 22
Law 4 1 2 2 1 10
Marketing 17 4 11 7 2 41
Total Grade A 411

Grade A0 – Assistant Quality Control Officer Vacancies

Discipline UR EWS OBC(NCL) SC ST Total
Quality Control (Chemistry) 6 0 0 1 2 9

Grade E0 – Diploma Engineer Vacancies

Discipline UR EWS OBC(NCL) SC ST Total
Electrical 8 1 2 1 2 14
Mechanical 12 1 4 2 2 21
Safety 8 1 2 2 2 15
Total Grade E0 50




Note: A separate PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) vacancy break-up covering Visual Impairment, Hearing Impairment, Locomotor Disability and Multiple Disabilities categories is also given in the official notice. Candidates claiming PwBD reservation should check the official vacancy notice PDF for exact figures under their disability category.

IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment – Age Limit & Age Relaxation

The upper age limit for IOCL Recruitment 2026 is reckoned as on 1st July 2026 and varies according to the post applied for. Age relaxation is applicable to reserved category candidates as per Government of India norms.

Post / Grade Maximum Age (General/EWS)
Graduate Engineer (Grade A) 26 Years
Diploma Engineer (Grade E0) 26 Years
Officer (Marketing) (Grade A) 28 Years
Law Officer (Grade A) 30 Years
Assistant Quality Control Officer (Grade A0) 30 Years

Age relaxation of 3 years is applicable for OBC(NCL) candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates. Additional relaxation applies for PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per extant Government of India guidelines. Only the Matriculation/Higher Secondary certificate showing date of birth is accepted as valid age proof.

IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Educational Qualification – Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must check the post-wise minimum educational qualification carefully before applying, as IOCL strictly screens applications based on eligible disciplines and minimum marks.

Post Qualification Required
Graduate Engineer (Grade A) Full-time BE/B.Tech in Chemical, Civil, Computer Science & IT, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Instrumentation or Mechanical discipline with 65% marks (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 55% (SC/ST/PwBD)
Officer (Marketing) (Grade A) Full-time MBA/PGDBA with specialization in Marketing Management, 60% marks (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 55% (SC/ST/PwBD)
Law Officer (Grade A) Graduate degree + LLB (or 5-year Integrated LLB) with 60% marks (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 55% (SC/ST/PwBD), recognized by Bar Council of India, plus minimum 2 years post-qualification legal experience
Assistant Quality Control Officer (Grade A0) M.Sc. in Chemistry (Organic/Inorganic/Analytical/Physical/Applied/Industrial Chemistry) with 60% marks (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 55% (SC/ST/PwBD), plus minimum 2 years relevant lab experience
Diploma Engineer (Grade E0) 3-year Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering with 65% marks (General/EWS/OBC-NCL) or 55% (SC/ST). Safety discipline additionally requires a 1-year Diploma in Industrial Safety




Important: Qualifications obtained through Part-time, Correspondence, Distance or Online learning mode are NOT eligible. Candidates must be able to produce their final degree/diploma marksheet by 30th September 2026. PwBD candidates are NOT eligible for the Diploma Engineer (Safety) post due to the hazardous nature of the job role.

IOCL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee Details

The application fee for IOCL Recruitment 2026 must be paid online at the time of form submission. Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Category Application Fee
General / EWS / OBC(NCL) ₹1,000/- + GST as applicable
SC / ST / PwBD Exempted (No Fee)

Payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, UPI or Mobile Wallets. Candidates should keep a printout of the e-Receipt and completed application form for future reference.

IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Selection Process

Selection for IOCL Executive posts 2026 will be made through a three-stage process combining a written exam and personality-based assessment.

Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)

Section Subject No. of Questions Duration
A – General Aptitude Quantitative Aptitude 20 60 minutes (80 min for eligible PwBD)
Logical Reasoning 15
Verbal Ability (English) 15
B – Domain Knowledge Discipline-specific 50 90 minutes (120 min for eligible PwBD)
Total 100 Questions 150 minutes

Each question carries 1 mark, with 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer. Minimum qualifying marks are 45% overall for General/EWS/OBC(NCL), 40% for SC/ST, and 30% for PwBD candidates, subject to sectional cut-offs.

Stage 2 & 3: Group Discussion, Group Task and Personal Interview

Candidates shortlisted based on CBT scores will be called for Group Discussion (GD), Group Task (GT), and Personal Interview (PI). Document verification is conducted prior to GD/GT/PI, and only original documents in the latest prescribed format will be accepted.

Component Weightage Minimum Qualifying Marks
Computer Based Test (CBT) 85% As per category-wise CBT cut-off
Group Discussion (GD) & Group Task (GT) 5% 40%
Personal Interview (PI) 10% 40%

The final merit list is prepared based on the Composite Score, with minimum overall qualifying percentage of 45% (General/EWS/OBC-NCL), 40% (SC/ST) and 30% (PwBD).

How to Apply Online for IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment – Step by Step Guide

Follow the steps below to successfully submit your IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment online application:

    1. Visit the official IOCL website – www.iocl.com and click on “Latest Job Opening”.
    2. Click on the “APPLY ONLINE” link for IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026.
    3. Click “New Registration” and enter your Name, Email ID and Mobile Number to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
    4. Log in using the generated credentials and fill in personal, educational and category details carefully.
    5. Upload scanned photograph (4.5cm x 3.5cm, 20-50 KB), signature (10-20 KB) and left thumb impression (20-50 KB) as per prescribed specifications.
    6. Capture a live photograph using webcam or mobile phone as required by the portal.
    7. Preview the complete application form carefully before clicking “COMPLETE REGISTRATION” — no changes are allowed afterward.
    8. Pay the requisite application fee online (if applicable) through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
  1. Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.

Advisory: Only one application per candidate per post is allowed. In case of multiple applications, the latest submitted application will be considered final. Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute website traffic issues.

Documents Required for IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment

Keep the following documents ready in original and photocopy for document verification at the time of GD, GT and PI:

  • Matriculation/10th certificate (proof of date of birth)
  • Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets (Degree/Diploma)
  • Caste/EWS/PwBD certificate in the latest prescribed format (if applicable)
  • Work experience certificates (for Law Officer and Assistant Quality Control Officer posts)
  • Valid photo identity proof (PAN Card, Passport, Driving License, Voter ID, Aadhaar Card, etc.)
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC), if currently employed in Government/PSU
  • Passport-size photograph and signature as uploaded during registration

IOCL Recruitment 2026 Salary & Pay Scale

IOCL offers an attractive salary package along with a host of allowances and PSU benefits to selected Executives.

Grade Initial Basic Pay (per month) Pay Scale Approx. CTC per annum
Grade A ₹50,000/- ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 ₹18.4 Lakhs
Grade A0 ₹40,000/- ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 ₹14.8 Lakhs
Grade E0 ₹30,000/- ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000 ₹11.1 Lakhs

In addition to Basic Pay, selected candidates will receive Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA/Subsidized Housing, Medical Facilities, Gratuity, Contributory Provident Fund, Group Personal Accident Insurance, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Performance Related Pay (PRP) and other allowances as per Corporation rules.

Service Bond: Selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve IOCL for a minimum of 3 years. Bond amount is ₹3 Lakhs (General category) / ₹50,000 (EWS/OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwBD) for Grade A, and ₹2 Lakhs (General) / ₹35,000 (Reserved category) for Grade A0/E0.

IOCL Recruitment 2026 CBT Exam Centres

The Computer Based Test will be conducted across 83 cities all over India, including major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Vijayawada region cities like Guntur, Kakinada, Rajahmundry, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, and Telangana cities such as Karimnagar and Warangal. Candidates must select 3 test centre preferences in order of priority at the time of application; no change in centre preference is allowed later.

IOCL Recruitment 2026 FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for IOCL Recruitment 2026?
The online application window closes on 3rd September 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in IOCL 470 Engineers 2026?
A total of 470 vacancies are notified across Graduate Engineer, Diploma Engineer, Officer (Marketing), Law Officer, and Assistant Quality Control Officer posts.

Q3. What is the age limit for IOCL Recruitment 2026?
Age limit varies from 26 to 30 years depending on the post, reckoned as on 1st July 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories.

Q4. What is the application fee for IOCL 470 Engineers 2026?
₹1,000/- + GST for General/EWS/OBC(NCL) candidates. SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted from fee payment.

Q5. What is the selection process for IOCL Executive posts?
Selection involves Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Group Discussion (GD), Group Task (GT) and Personal Interview (PI).

Q6. When will the IOCL CBT exam be conducted?
The Computer Based Test is scheduled for 24th September 2026.




Q7. What is the salary for IOCL Graduate Engineer Grade A?
Initial basic pay is ₹50,000/- per month with pay scale ₹50,000–₹1,60,000 and approximate CTC of ₹18.4 Lakhs per annum.

Q8. Is work experience required for IOCL 470 Engineers 2026?
Yes, Law Officer and Assistant Quality Control Officer posts require a minimum of 2 years of relevant post-qualification work experience. Graduate Engineer, Officer (Marketing) and Diploma Engineer posts do not require work experience.

Q9. Can final year students apply for IOCL 470 Engineers Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be able to produce their final degree/diploma marksheet by 30th September 2026 to be considered eligible.

Q10. Is there negative marking in the IOCL CBT exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer in the Computer Based Test.

Q11. Where can I apply for IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment?
Applications must be submitted online only through the official website www.iocl.com. No offline or manual applications are accepted.

Q12. What is the minimum service bond period for IOCL Executives?
Selected candidates must serve IOCL for a minimum of 3 years as per the executed service bond.

IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment Important Links

Link Details
Apply Online www.iocl.com → Latest Job Opening → Apply Online
Official Notification Available on www.iocl.com under “Latest Job Opening”
Official Website www.iocl.com

 

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IOCL 470 Engineers 2026 Recruitment is a golden opportunity for engineering graduates, diploma holders, MBA (Marketing), Law and Chemistry postgraduates to build a long-term, stable career with one of India’s largest Maharatna PSUs. With 470 vacancies across multiple disciplines, attractive pay scale up to ₹18.4 Lakhs CTC, and postings across India, eligible candidates should apply online before the last date of 3rd September 2026. Keep visiting our blog for the latest updates on IOCL admit card, exam date, and result notifications.