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IndianOil Executive Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 470 Posts
Post Name : Graduate Engineer, Officer (Marketing), Officer (Law), Assistant Quality Control Officer & Diploma Engineer
Conducting Authority : Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Advertisement No. : IOCL/CO-HR/RECTT/2026/01
Short Information
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), also known as IndianOil, has released the Recruitment of Executives through Computer Based Test (CBT) – 2026 notification. A total of 470 Executive vacancies are available across Engineering, Marketing, Law, Quality Control and Diploma Engineering disciplines. The recruitment is being conducted for Grade A, Grade A0 and Grade E0 positions. Eligible candidates can apply online through the IndianOil recruitment portal. The online application process starts on 14 August 2026 and the last date to apply is 03 September 2026 up to 05:00 PM. The tentative CBT date is 24 September 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 03 September 2026 05:00 PM |
| Admit Card | 15 September 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | 24 September 2026 |
Note: All dates are tentative and subject to change as per the official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC (NCL) | ₹1,000 + GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD | No Fee |
The application fee is non-refundable. Applicable bank or transaction charges are also payable by the candidate.
Payment Mode : Candidates can pay the application fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet, or UPI.
Age Limit
The age will be calculated as on 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 |
Note: Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable as per the notification.
Date of Birth Criteria – Post Wise
| Post | General/EWS Candidates – Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Graduate Engineer – Grade A | Born on or after 01 July 2000 |
| Diploma Engineer – Grade E0 | Born on or after 01 July 2000 |
| Officer (Marketing) – Grade A | Born on or after 01 July 1998 |
| Law Officer – Grade A | Born on or after 01 July 1996 |
| Assistant Quality Control Officer – Grade A0 | Born on or after 01 July 1996 |
Age Relaxation: Separate age relaxation is applicable to OBC (NCL), SC/ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per the notification.
Educational Qualification (Post Wise)
| Post | Required Qualification | Minimum Marks | Additional Requirements / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Engineer – Grade A | Full-Time Regular B.E./B.Tech./Equivalent Degree in relevant engineering discipline from an AICTE/UGC recognized institution. | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65% SC/ST/PwBD: 55% |
Eligible disciplines include Chemical, Civil, Computer Science & IT, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Instrumentation and Mechanical Engineering. |
| Officer (Marketing) – Grade A | MBA / Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration, equivalent to MBA as per AIU, with specialization in Marketing Management. | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60% SC/ST/PwBD: 55% |
Marketing specialization must be mentioned on the final degree certificate or established through an appropriate certificate. |
| Officer (Law) – Grade A | Graduation in any discipline + LLB OR 5-Year Integrated LLB Degree. | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60% SC/ST/PwBD: 55% |
LLB must be recognized by the Bar Council of India. |
| Assistant Quality Control Officer – Grade A0 | Master’s Degree in relevant Chemistry discipline such as Chemistry, Inorganic, Organic, Analytical, Physical, Applied or Industrial Chemistry. | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 60% SC/ST/PwBD: 55% |
Degrees in Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Toxicology, Geochemistry, Pharmacology, Food Technology, etc. are not eligible. |
| Diploma Engineer – Grade E0 | 3-Year Full-Time Regular Diploma in Engineering in relevant discipline. Main disciplines: Electrical, Mechanical and Safety. | General/EWS/OBC(NCL): 65% SC/ST: 55% |
For Safety, a Diploma in Industrial Safety of at least 1 year is also required. Candidates with higher professional qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech., MBA, CA, CS, CMA, MCA, Ph.D., etc. are not eligible. |
Work Experience – Post Wise
| Post | Required Experience | Important Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Law Officer – Grade A | Minimum 2 years of post-qualification professional experience as on 30 June 2026. | Experience may include Advocacy, Law Firms, Legal functions in Private/Public Sector or Central/State Government, Litigation, Arbitration & Dispute Resolution, Legal/Contract Drafting & Vetting, Legal Opinions and Regulatory Matters. Experience before declaration of the final Law qualification result will not be counted. |
| Assistant Quality Control Officer – Grade A0 | Minimum 2 years of cumulative post-qualification experience in Testing, R&D or Quality Control. | Experience should be relevant to Petroleum/Petrochemical/Polymer/Fertilizer laboratories or NABL-accredited laboratory work. Only experience gained after declaration of the qualifying degree result will be considered. |
Vacancy Details – Post/Discipline Wise
| Post / Discipline | Grade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Engineer – Civil | Grade A | 62 |
| Graduate Engineer – Chemical | Grade A | 16 |
| Graduate Engineer – Electrical | Grade A | 75 |
| Graduate Engineer – Electronics & Communication | Grade A | 32 |
| Graduate Engineer – Mechanical | Grade A | 118 |
| Graduate Engineer – Instrumentation | Grade A | 35 |
| Graduate Engineer – Computer Science & IT | Grade A | 22 |
| Officer (Marketing) | Grade A | 41 |
| Officer (Law) | Grade A | 10 |
| Assistant Quality Control Officer – Chemistry | Grade A0 | 9 |
| Diploma Engineer – Electrical | Grade E0 | 14 |
| Diploma Engineer – Mechanical | Grade E0 | 21 |
| Diploma Engineer – Safety | Grade E0 | 15 |
| Total | — | 470 |
Grade-Wise Vacancy Details
| Grade | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 411 |
| Grade A0 | 9 |
| Grade E0 | 50 |
| Total | 470 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Grade A
| Discipline / Post | 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 |
| Grade A Total | 179 | 40 | 104 | 65 | 23 | 411 |
Grade A0
| Discipline / Post | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Control (Chemistry) | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
Grade E0
| Discipline / Post | 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 |
| Grade E0 Total | 28 | 3 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 50 |
Important: PwBD reservation is applied on a horizontal basis as per Government of India guidelines. Therefore, PwBD vacancies are not shown as a separate vertical category in the above tables.
Important Instructions
| S. No. | Important Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Applications must be submitted Online Only. No hardcopy or offline application will be accepted. |
| 2 | Apply only for the post for which you meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. |
| 3 | Candidates should submit only one application for each post. |
| 4 | If multiple applications are submitted for the same post, the latest application will be considered final and earlier applications will be rejected. |
| 5 | No changes or corrections will be allowed after final submission. |
| 6 | Keep the generated application PDF safely for future reference. |
| 7 | The application printout does not need to be sent to any IndianOil office. |
| 8 | Reserved-category candidates must possess valid supporting certificates. |
| 9 | Original documents will be verified before GD, GT and PI. |
| 10 | Candidates who fail to produce the required original documents may be declared ineligible. |
| 11 | Final selection is subject to medical fitness. |
| 12 | Candidates must be able to produce their final degree/marksheet by 30 September 2026. |
| 13 | Candidates must keep their registered email ID and mobile number active throughout the recruitment process. |
| 14 | The registered email ID and mobile number cannot be changed after registration. |
Important Links
| Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Form |
Registration
|
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| Exam Pattern / Syllabus | Click Here |
| Post/Discipline Wise Notice | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Our Official Whatsapp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Our Official Telegram Channel | Click Here |
Salary / Pay Scale
| Grade | Initial Basic Pay | Pay Scale | Approx. CTC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade A | ₹50,000/month | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 | ₹18.4 Lakhs/year |
| Grade A0 | ₹40,000/month | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 | ₹14.8 Lakhs/year |
| Grade E0 | ₹30,000/month | ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000 | ₹11.1 Lakhs/year |
Required Documents
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Passport-Size Photograph | Recent photograph |
| Signature | Signature in Black Ink |
| Left Thumb Impression | Scanned left thumb impression |
| Educational Certificates/Marksheets | Required qualification certificates and marksheets |
| Date of Birth Proof | Valid document showing date of birth |
| Category Certificate | Wherever applicable |
| EWS Certificate | Wherever applicable |
| OBC (NCL) Certificate | Wherever applicable |
| SC/ST Certificate | Wherever applicable |
| PwBD Certificate & UDID Card | Wherever applicable |
| Experience Certificate | For posts where experience is required |
| Law Registration Certificate | Wherever applicable |
| NOC | If working in Government/PSU/Autonomous Body |
Important: Candidates must upload scanned copies of their photograph, signature and left thumb impression while submitting the online application.
Photograph, Signature & Thumb Impression Specifications
| Item | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Photograph Size | 4.5 cm × 3.5 cm |
| Photograph Type | Recent passport-style colour photograph |
| Background | Preferably light-coloured/white |
| Preferred Dimensions | 200 × 230 pixels |
| File Size | 20 KB – 50 KB |
| Photograph Date | Preferably captured in April 2026 or later |
| Live Photograph | Live photograph capture through webcam/mobile is required as per application portal instructions. |
| Signature | Must be done using Black Ink. CAPITAL LETTERS are not accepted. |
| Thumb Impression | Left thumb impression on white paper using black or blue ink. It must be clear and not smudged. |
| If Left Thumb is Not Available | Right thumb impression may be used. |
How to Apply
Candidates have to apply Online through the official IndianOil recruitment website.
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the official IndianOil recruitment website.
- Open the Latest Job Opening section.
- Select Recruitment of Executives in Indian Oil Corporation Limited through CBT – 2026.
- Click on Apply Online.
- Select Click Here for New Registration.
- Enter your name, contact details and email ID.
- Note down the Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Fill in your personal, educational, category and experience details.
- Upload the Photograph, Signature and Thumb Impression according to the prescribed specifications.
- Carefully verify all the details before submission.
- Complete the payment process, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the final application form and e-Receipt for future reference.
Important: The online application must be submitted through the IndianOil website. No hardcopy or manual application will be accepted.
Selection Process
| Stage | Selection Method |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Stage 2 | Group Discussion (GD) & Group Task (GT) |
| Stage 3 | Personal Interview (PI) |
Selection Process: CBT → GD & GT → PI
❓ IndianOil Executive Recruitment 2026 – Important Questions & Answers (FAQs)
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Q1. How many vacancies are available in IndianOil Executive Recruitment 2026?
Ans: There are 470 vacancies in total. -
Q2. Which posts are included?
Ans: The recruitment includes Graduate Engineer, Officer (Marketing), Officer (Law), Assistant Quality Control Officer and Diploma Engineer posts. -
Q3. What is the Advertisement Number?
Ans: IOCL/CO-HR/RECTT/2026/01. -
Q4. When does the online application start?
Ans: 14 August 2026. -
Q5. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: 03 September 2026 up to 05:00 PM. -
Q6. When will the CBT be conducted?
Ans: The tentative CBT date is 24 September 2026. -
Q7. What is the application fee?
Ans: General/EWS/OBC(NCL) candidates: ₹1,000 + GST. SC/ST/PwBD candidates: No Fee. -
Q8. Is there negative marking?
Ans: Yes. 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer. -
Q9. How many questions are there in the CBT?
Ans: The CBT contains 100 objective questions. -
Q10. What is the CBT duration?
Ans: The total CBT time is 150 minutes. -
Q11. What is the selection process?
Ans: CBT → GD & GT → Personal Interview. -
Q12. What is the maximum age for Graduate Engineer?
Ans: 26 years as on 01 July 2026 for General/EWS candidates. -
Q13. Is work experience required for Law Officer?
Ans: Yes. 2 years of post-qualification professional experience is required. -
Q14. Is work experience required for Assistant Quality Control Officer?
Ans: Yes. 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience is required. -
Q15. What is the salary for Grade A posts?
Ans: Grade A posts have an initial basic pay of ₹50,000 per month, with a pay scale of ₹50,000–₹1,60,000 and approximate CTC of ₹18.4 lakh per annum. -
Q16. What is the salary for Diploma Engineer?
Ans: Grade E0 has an initial basic pay of ₹30,000 per month, with a pay scale of ₹30,000–₹1,20,000 and approximate CTC of ₹11.1 lakh per annum. -
Q17. Is there a service bond?
Ans: Yes. Selected candidates must serve IndianOil for a minimum of 3 years, subject to the prescribed bond conditions. -
Q18. Can Diploma holders with B.Tech apply for Diploma Engineer posts?
Ans: No. Candidates possessing professional higher qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, MBA, CA, CS, CMA, MCA or Ph.D. are not eligible for Grade E0 Diploma Engineer posts. -
Q19. Is the final degree required before applying?
Ans: Candidates must be able to produce the final degree/marksheet by 30 September 2026, subject to the other eligibility conditions. -
Q20. Can the application be submitted offline?
Ans: No. The application must be submitted online only. No hardcopy/manual application will be accepted. -
Q21. Can a candidate apply for multiple posts?
Ans: Candidates are advised to submit only one application for one post based on their qualification. If multiple applications are submitted for the same post, the latest application will be treated as final. -
Q22. Is PwBD reservation available?
Ans: Yes. PwBD reservation is provided on a horizontal basis according to Government of India guidelines.
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