Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has released Advertisement No. ONGC/APPR/1/2026 for 3,047 apprentice seats across 24 work centres in six sectors of India. The biggest trades are Fitter (393), Electrician (361) and COPA (328), along with Mechanic Diesel, Secretarial Office Assistant, Accounts Executive, Graduate and Diploma Engineering apprentices and more. Candidates with 10th, 12th, ITI, Diploma or Graduation can apply online from 29 October to 20 November 2026. There is no written exam and no application fee – selection is purely on merit of marks in the qualifying exam.
ONGC is India’s largest oil and gas producer and a Maharatna company under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. The apprentices will be engaged under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for 12 months with a monthly stipend of ₹8,200 to ₹12,300.
ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) |
| Advertisement No. | ONGC/APPR/1/2026, dated 29 October 2026 |
| Post Name | Trade, Diploma and Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Seats | 3,047 (tentative) |
| Work Centres | 24, in Northern, Mumbai, Western, Eastern, Southern and Central sectors |
| Training Period | 12 months |
| Stipend | ₹8,200 – ₹12,300 per month |
| Age Limit | 18 to 24 years (as on 29 November 2026) |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection | Merit list on qualifying exam marks + document verification |
| Mode of Application | Online (NAPS / NATS portal) |
| Last Date | 20 November 2026 |
| Official Websites | ongcindia.com, ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 29 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 29 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 20 November 2026 |
| Cut-off date for age and eligibility | 29 November 2026 |
| Result / selection list (expected) | 15 December 2026 |
ONGC Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – Trade-wise
| Trade | Seats | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 393 | ITI (Fitter) |
| Electrician | 361 | ITI (Electrician) |
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 328 | ITI (COPA) |
| Secretarial Office Assistant (Oil & Gas) | 262 | Any Graduate |
| Graduate Engineering Executive (CS / Electrical / Civil / Electronics / Instrumentation / Mechanical) | 251 | B.E./B.Tech in relevant branch |
| Mechanic Diesel | 225 | ITI (Mechanic Diesel) |
| Fire Safety Technician (Oil & Gas) | 175 | 12th pass or ITI in relevant trade |
| Diploma Executive (CS / Electrical / E&T / Instrumentation / Mechanical) | 158 | 3-year Engineering Diploma |
| Instrument Mechanic | 147 | ITI (Instrument Mechanic) |
| Accounts Executive | 119 | B.Com |
| Lab Chemist / Analyst – Petroleum Products | 108 | B.Sc. (Chemistry) |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 105 | ITI (Welder) |
| Petroleum Executive | 52 | Graduate with Geology as a subject |
| Store Keeper (Petroleum Products) | 50 | Any Graduate |
| Executive HR (Oil & Gas) | 47 | BBA |
| Machinist | 41 | ITI (Machinist) |
| Electronics Mechanic | 39 | ITI (Electronics Mechanic) |
| Mechanic Repair & Maintenance of Vehicles | 38 | ITI (Mechanic Motor Vehicle) |
| Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | 36 | ITI (Refrigeration & AC) |
| Draughtsman (Civil) | 30 | ITI (Draughtsman Civil) |
| Civil Executive (Diploma) | 29 | 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering |
| Stenographer (English) | 22 | ITI (Stenography English) |
| Surveyor | 14 | ITI (Surveyor) |
| Executive Finance (Oil & Gas) | 9 | B.Com |
| Fire Safety Supervisor (Oil & Gas) | 5 | As per notification |
| Library Assistant | 2 | 10th pass |
| Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology) | 1 | ITI (MLT Pathology) |
| Total | 3,047 |
Note: For the Electrician trade, a Wireman certificate is not accepted.
ONGC Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – Sector and Work Centre-wise
| Sector | Work Centres (Seats) | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Western | Ankleshwar (392), Ahmedabad (331), Mehsana (301), Vadodara (78), Cambay (64) | 1,166 |
| Eastern | Nazira & Sivasagar (466), Jorhat (135), Silchar (73) | 674 |
| Mumbai | Mumbai (200), Hazira (138), Uran (69), Goa (25), Nhava (25), Panvel (25) | 482 |
| Southern | Karaikal (98), Kakinada (76), Rajahmundry (53), Chennai (40) | 267 |
| Central | Agartala (200), Kolkata (34), Bokaro (33) | 267 |
| Northern | Dehradun (138), Delhi (28), OVL Delhi (20), Jodhpur (5) | 191 |
| Grand Total | 3,047 |
All vacancies are tentative and ONGC may change them.
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: 10th, 12th, ITI, 3-year Diploma or Graduation in the relevant trade/discipline (see the trade-wise table above). ITI must be from an NCVT or State Board recognised institute; degrees must be UGC/AICTE recognised.
- Domicile rule: You can apply only for a work centre whose eligible district(s) you belong to, or where you obtained your qualification. For example, Kolkata is open to West Bengal and Odisha, Delhi to NCR, Dehradun to Uttarakhand, Jodhpur to Rajasthan, and Gujarat centres to Gujarat candidates.
- Passing year: You must not have completed three years after passing the qualifying exam as on 29 November 2026.
- Not eligible: Candidates who have already done or are currently doing an apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, and (for Technician apprentices) candidates with one year or more of work/training experience after the qualification.
Age Limit
- Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years as on 29 November 2026 (born between 29.11.2002 and 29.11.2008).
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (General) | 10 years |
| PwBD + OBC (NCL) | 13 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
Stipend
| Category of Apprentice | Qualification | Stipend per Month |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | B.A. / B.Com. / B.Sc. / BBA / B.E. / B.Tech | ₹12,300 |
| Diploma Apprentice | 3-year Engineering Diploma | ₹10,900 |
| Trade Apprentice | ITI of 2-year duration | ₹10,560 |
| Trade Apprentice | ITI of 1-year duration | ₹9,600 |
| Trade Apprentice | 10th / 12th pass | ₹8,200 |
No TA/DA, boarding or lodging is given during training. The apprenticeship does not give any right to a regular job in ONGC.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for any category.
Selection Process
There is no written exam or interview. Selection is done as follows:
- Applications from the NAPS and NATS portals are sorted trade-wise and work centre-wise.
- A merit list is prepared on the basis of marks in the qualifying examination. If two candidates have equal marks, the older candidate gets preference.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification (information on ONGC website / email).
- Final merit list is published on ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in.
- Selected candidates must be medically fit and complete the apprenticeship contract on the NAPS/NATS portal.
How to Apply for ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The application is online only through the Government apprenticeship portals. Hard copies are not accepted. Which portal you use depends on your trade:
- NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in): ITI trades (Fitter, Electrician, COPA etc.), 10th/12th trades, Oil & Gas graduate trades (Secretarial Office Assistant, Lab Chemist, Executive HR, Executive Finance) and Oil & Gas Diploma Executive trades.
- NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in): Graduate Engineering Executive, Accounts Executive, Store Keeper, Petroleum Executive and Civil Executive (Diploma).
Follow these steps:
- Visit the ONGC official website ongcindia.com and download the notification (Advt. No. ONGC/APPR/1/2026). Check your trade, qualification, age and the eligible districts for each work centre (Annexure-I).
- Open the correct portal – apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (NAPS) or nats.education.gov.in (NATS).
- Register with your Aadhaar-linked details, a valid mobile number and email ID, and complete your profile with educational qualifications.
- Upload your photo, signature, mark sheets and other required documents.
- Search for ONGC under apprenticeship opportunities, select the work centre in your domicile area and your trade, and apply.
- Submit the application on or before 20 November 2026 and save the registration/enrolment number.
- Keep checking your email (including spam) and ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in for the merit list and document verification call.
Documents Needed at Document Verification
- Proof of date of birth (10th certificate)
- Mark sheets and certificate of the qualifying exam (ITI / Diploma / Degree)
- Caste / PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile proof
- Aadhaar card or other photo ID
- NAPS/NATS registration details
Official Websites
| Purpose | Website |
|---|---|
| ONGC Official Website (notification) | ongcindia.com |
| ONGC Apprentice Portal (results and updates) | ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in |
| Apply Online – Trade / NAPS Apprentices | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| Apply Online – Graduate / Diploma NATS Apprentices | nats.education.gov.in |
| Query Email | [email protected] |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many apprentice seats has ONGC announced in 2026? A total of 3,047 seats across 24 work centres in six sectors.
Q2. What is the last date to apply? 20 November 2026.
Q3. Which trades have the most vacancies? Fitter (393), Electrician (361) and COPA (328).
Q4. Is there any exam or application fee? No. There is no written exam and no fee. Selection is on the basis of marks in the qualifying exam.
Q5. What is the age limit? 18 to 24 years as on 29 November 2026, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL) and 10 years for PwBD.
Q6. How much stipend will ONGC apprentices get? Between ₹8,200 and ₹12,300 per month, depending on the qualification.
Q7. Can I apply for any work centre in India? No. You can apply only for the work centre whose eligible districts cover your domicile, or where you obtained your qualification.
Q8. Will I get a permanent job in ONGC after the apprenticeship? No. The apprenticeship is for 12 months and does not give any right to regular employment in ONGC.
Conclusion
ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest apprenticeship drives of the year, with 3,047 seats for ITI, Diploma, Graduate and 10th/12th pass candidates. With no exam and no fee, your marks and the right work centre choice decide your selection. Register on the correct portal, choose a work centre in your domicile area, and apply before 20 November 2026.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the official ONGC notification (Advt. No. ONGC/APPR/1/2026). Vacancies are tentative. Candidates should verify all details from the official notification on ongcindia.com before applying.