Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has announced IOCL Recruitment 2026 Notification for 470 Executive and Officer-level vacancies across engineering, marketing, law, quality control, and diploma disciplines. The online applications will be active till 03 September 2026, 5:00 PM. Selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT).
IOCL Recruitment 2026
Candidates with qualifications such as engineering, MBA in Marketing, LLB, M.Sc. Chemistry, or relevant engineering diplomas can apply for suitable IOCL posts. The recruitment includes positions like Graduate Engineer, Marketing Officer, Law Officer, Assistant Quality Control Officer, and Diploma Engineer. Selection will involve CBT followed by GD, Group Task, and Personal Interview.
IOCL 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Recruitment | IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | IOCL/CO-HR/RECTT/2026/01 |
| Total Vacancies | 470 |
| Posts | Graduate Engineer, Officer (Marketing), Law Officer, Assistant Quality Control Officer, Diploma Engineer |
| Grades | Grade A, Grade A0 & Grade E0 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | CBT + GD + Group Task + PI |
| Application Fee | ₹1,000 + GST for General/EWS/OBC(NCL); SC/ST/PwBD Exempted |
| Official Website | iocl.com |
IOCL Notification 2026
The detailed recruitment advertisement was issued by Indian Oil Corporation Limited on 14 August 2026 under Advt. No. IOCL/CO-HR/RECTT/2026/01. Candidates should refer to the notification for the discipline-wise eligibility, reservation provisions, document requirements, syllabus, test-centre rules, and other conditions before submitting the application.
IOCL Notification 2026: Download PDF
IOCL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should mark the recruitment timeline now because the application window is open for a limited period.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 14 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Admit Card | 15 September 2026 |
| CBT | 24 September 2026 |
IOCL Vacancy 2026
This recruitment offers 470 vacancies across three grades, with the largest share going to engineering disciplines under Grade A.
| Grade | Post/Discipline | Total Vacancies |
| Grade A | Civil | 62 |
| Grade A | Chemical | 16 |
| Grade A | Electrical | 75 |
| Grade A | Electronics & Communication | 32 |
| Grade A | Mechanical | 118 |
| Grade A | Instrumentation | 35 |
| Grade A | Computer Science & IT | 22 |
| Grade A | Law | 10 |
| Grade A | Marketing | 41 |
| Grade A | Total | 411 |
| Grade A0 | Quality Control (Chemistry) | 9 |
| Grade A0 | Total | 9 |
| Grade E0 | Electrical | 14 |
| Grade E0 | Mechanical | 21 |
| Grade E0 | Safety | 15 |
| Grade E0 | Total | 50 |
| All Grades | Total | 470 |
IOCL Eligibility Criteria 2026
The recruitment is spread across several professional streams, so candidates should not assume that the eligibility criteria are the same for every post.
Educational Qualification & Experience
| Post | Grade | Educational Qualification | Minimum Marks | Work Experience |
| Graduate Engineer – Civil | A | B.Tech./BE/Equivalent in eligible Civil Engineering disciplines | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% | Not required |
| Graduate Engineer – Chemical | A | B.Tech./BE/Equivalent in eligible Chemical Engineering/Chemical Technology/Petrochemical disciplines | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% | Not required |
| Graduate Engineer – Electrical | A | B.Tech./BE/Equivalent in eligible Electrical/Electrical & Electronics/Power-related disciplines | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% | Not required |
| Graduate Engineer – Electronics & Communication | A | B.Tech./BE/Equivalent in eligible Electronics/Electronics & Communication/Telecommunication disciplines | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% | Not required |
| Graduate Engineer – Instrumentation | A | B.Tech./BE/Equivalent in eligible Instrumentation/Control/Electronics & Instrumentation disciplines | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% | Not required |
| Graduate Engineer – Mechanical | A | B.Tech./BE/Equivalent in eligible Mechanical Engineering disciplines | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% | Not required |
| Graduate Engineer – Computer Science & IT | A | B.Tech./BE/Equivalent in eligible Computer Science/IT/AI/ML/Data Science/Cyber Security and related disciplines | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% | Not required |
| Officer (Marketing) | A | 2-year full-time regular MBA/PGDBA equivalent to MBA as per AIU, with specialization in Marketing Management | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% | Not required |
| Officer (Law) | A | Graduate Degree in any discipline + LLB OR 5-year Integrated LLB; LLB must be recognized by Bar Council of India | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% |
Minimum 2 years post-qualification professional experience
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| Assistant Quality Control Officer | A0 | Master’s Degree in Chemistry/eligible Chemistry branches such as Inorganic, Organic, Analytical, Physical, Applied or Industrial Chemistry | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% |
Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience
|
| Diploma Engineer – Electrical | E0 | 3-year Diploma in Engineering in eligible Electrical disciplines | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% | Not required |
| Diploma Engineer – Mechanical | E0 | 3-year Diploma in Engineering in Mechanical | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65%; SC/ST/PwBD: 55% | Not required |
| Diploma Engineer – Safety | E0 | 3-year Diploma in Engineering in specified disciplines and Diploma in Industrial Safety of at least 1 year | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65%; SC/ST: 55% | Not required |
Age Limit
The maximum age limit depends on the post and grade, with the cut-off date fixed as 01 July 2026.
| Post | Maximum Age |
| 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 |
IOCL Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link (Active)
Candidates interested in IOCL Recruitment 2026 can now complete the registration process through the official portal. Before submitting the application form, applicants should carefully check the eligibility criteria, fill in accurate details, and upload the required documents in the prescribed format. It is advisable to complete the process early to avoid technical issues at the last moment.
IOCL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online Link
Are You Preparing for IOCL Exam 2026?
How to Apply for IOCL 2026?
Candidates should first confirm that their educational qualification, discipline, age, marks, and experience match the requirements for the post they want to apply for.
- Visit the official IOCL website and open the recruitment section.
- Select the IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 online application link.
- Complete the registration using the required personal details.
- Select the applicable post and discipline.
- Enter educational qualification and other required information.
- Upload the photograph, signature, and left thumb impression in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Carefully check the complete application before final submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the completed application form and e-Receipt for future reference.
IOCL 2026 Application Fee
Candidates should also keep the application fee ready before beginning the online registration process.
- General/EWS/OBC(NCL): ₹1,000 + GST
- SC/ST/PwBD: Exempted
IOCL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The IOCL selection process 2026 consists of three major components: Computer Based Test, Group Discussion and Group Task, and Personal Interview. However, simply clearing the CBT does not automatically mean that a candidate will be called for GD, GT and PI, because candidates are shortlisted based on their CBT marks arranged in descending order for their respective domain.
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Group Discussion (GD)
- Group Task (GT)
- Personal Interview (PI)
- Document Verification and Medical Fitness
Final Merit List
The final merit list will not be based on CBT marks alone. IOCL will prepare the merit list using a composite score, provided the candidate qualifies individually in all components of the selection process.
- Computer Based Test: 85%
- Group Discussion + Group Task: 5%
- Personal Interview: 10%
IOCL CBT Exam Pattern 2026
The Computer Based Test will contain 100 objective multiple-choice questions divided into two sections. Section A is General Aptitude and contains 50 questions, while Section B contains 50 questions on Domain Knowledge.
| Section | Subject | Questions | Time |
| A | Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 60 minutes |
| Logical Reasoning | 15 | ||
| Verbal Ability – English | 15 | ||
| General Aptitude Total | 50 | ||
| B | Domain Knowledge | 50 | 90 minutes |
| Total | All Sections | 100 | 150 minutes |
Qualifying Marks
The qualifying requirement is different across categories, and candidates need to clear both sections as well as the overall qualifying threshold.
| Category | Section A | Section B | Overall |
| General/EWS/OBC(NCL) | 40% | 40% | 45% |
| SC/ST | 35% | 35% | 40% |
| PwBD | 25% | 25% | 30% |
What Will Be Asked in the Domain Knowledge Section?
The Domain Knowledge section will test candidates on subjects related to the specific post or discipline they have applied for. The questions will focus on the core concepts of the candidate’s professional or technical field.
- Engineering Posts: Questions will cover core subjects of the respective engineering discipline.
- Marketing: Questions will focus on marketing management and related concepts.
- Law: Questions will be based on relevant legal subjects.
- Quality Control: Questions will cover core Chemistry concepts.
- Diploma Posts: Questions will focus on the technical subjects related to the respective diploma discipline.
IOCL Recruitment 2026: How Will Candidates Be Shortlisted for GD, GT & PI?
Candidates will first have to qualify in the Computer Based Test (CBT). Based on CBT performance, candidates will be shortlisted for the next stages in their respective post/domain. Shortlisting is done in merit order, so merely meeting the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee a call for GD, GT and PI.
The selection will then proceed through:
- CBT: Initial screening and major component of the selection.
- Group Discussion (GD): Assesses communication, awareness and ability to present views.
- Group Task (GT): Evaluates teamwork, problem-solving and leadership qualities.
- Personal Interview (PI): Assesses suitability, professional knowledge and overall personality.
IOCL Salary 2026
The salary is another major attraction of this recruitment, particularly for candidates entering a Maharatna public sector company.
| Grade | Initial Basic Pay | Pay Scale | Approx. CTC |
| Grade A | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 | ₹18.4 lakh/year |
| Grade A0 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 | ₹14.8 lakh/year |
| Grade E0 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000 | ₹11.1 lakh/year |




