IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 – 470 Vacancies for Engineers, Officers & Diploma Engineers

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Job Description

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has announced its Executive Recruitment 2026 for a total of 470 vacancies across multiple professional categories. The recruitment drive includes opportunities for Graduate Engineers, Marketing Officers, Law Officers, Assistant Quality Control Officers and Diploma Engineers.

Eligible candidates can apply online through the IOCL recruitment portal. The online application process started on 14 August 2026, and the last date to submit the application is 3 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.

The selection process will include a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Group Discussion (GD), Group Task (GT) and Personal Interview (PI), depending on the applicable recruitment stage.

IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 – Job Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Advertisement No.	IOCL/CO-HR/RECTT/2026/01
Recruitment	IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026
Total Vacancies	470 Posts
Posts	Graduate Engineer, Officer – Marketing, Law Officer, Assistant Quality Control Officer, Diploma Engineer
Application Mode	Online
Selection Process	CBT + GD/GT + Personal Interview
Application Start Date	14 August 2026
Last Date to Apply	3 September 2026, 5:00 PM
CBT Date	24 September 2026 (Tentative)
Basic Pay	₹30,000 – ₹50,000 depending on grade
Maximum Age	26–30 Years depending on post
Application Fee	₹1,000 + GST for applicable candidates

IOCL Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

IOCL has announced 470 Executive-level vacancies across Grade A, Grade A0 and Grade E0 positions.

Grade A – 411 Vacancies

The Graduate Engineer, Marketing and Law-related positions together account for 411 vacancies.

Discipline	Total Vacancies
Civil Engineering	62
Chemical Engineering	16
Electrical Engineering	75
Electronics & Communication	32
Mechanical Engineering	118
Instrumentation	35
Computer Science & IT	22
Law	10
Marketing	41
Total	411

Among the engineering disciplines, Mechanical Engineering has the highest number of vacancies with 118 posts, followed by Electrical Engineering with 75 posts and Civil Engineering with 62 posts.

Grade A0 – 9 Vacancies

Discipline	Total Vacancies
Quality Control – Chemistry	9
Total	9

Grade E0 – 50 Vacancies

Discipline	Total Vacancies
Electrical	14
Mechanical	21
Safety	15
Total	50

Therefore, the overall recruitment consists of 470 vacancies across the three grades.

IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Date	14 August 2026
Online Application Begins	14 August 2026
Last Date to Apply	3 September 2026
Last Time for Application	5:00 PM
Admit Card	15 September 2026
Computer Based Test	24 September 2026
Final Dates	Candidates should check IOCL updates regularly

The dates mentioned for the examination and admit card are subject to change. Candidates should check the official IOCL recruitment portal for any subsequent updates.

IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility requirements vary according to the post. Candidates should carefully check the educational qualification and experience requirements before submitting the application.

Graduate Engineer – Grade A

Candidates must possess a full-time regular B.E./B.Tech or equivalent engineering degree from an AICTE/UGC-recognized institution.

Eligible engineering disciplines include:

Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Science & IT
Electrical Engineering
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Instrumentation Engineering
Mechanical Engineering

For General, EWS and OBC (NCL) candidates, the minimum required percentage is 65%.

For SC, ST and PwBD candidates, the minimum required percentage is 55%.

Officer – Marketing – Grade A

Candidates applying for the Marketing Officer position must have:

Full-time 2-year MBA or PGDBA, equivalent to MBA as recognized by AIU, with specialization in Marketing Management.

Minimum marks:

General/EWS/OBC (NCL): 60%
SC/ST/PwBD: 55%

The required Marketing specialization should be clearly mentioned on the final qualification certificate.

Law Officer – Grade A

Candidates must possess either:

A graduation degree in any discipline followed by an LLB, or
A 5-year integrated LLB degree.

The qualification should be recognized by the Bar Council of India.

Minimum marks:

General/EWS/OBC (NCL): 60%
SC/ST/PwBD: 55%

Candidates also require a minimum of 2 years of post-qualification professional experience as specified in the recruitment notification.

Relevant experience may include litigation, arbitration/ADR, legal functions, legal drafting, contract drafting and vetting, or related legal work in government, PSU, private organizations or law firms.

Assistant Quality Control Officer – Grade A0

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in Chemistry in an eligible specialization such as:

Inorganic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry
Physical Chemistry
Applied Chemistry
Industrial Chemistry

Minimum marks:

General/EWS/OBC (NCL): 60%
SC/ST/PwBD: 55%

A minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience in relevant testing, R&D or quality-control work is required.

Diploma Engineer – Grade E0

Candidates must have a 3-year full-time Diploma in Engineering in the disciplines specified by IOCL, including Electrical, Mechanical and Safety-related fields.

Minimum marks:

General/EWS/OBC (NCL): 65%
SC/ST: 55%

For the Safety discipline, an additional Diploma in Industrial Safety of at least one year is required as per the applicable requirements.

Candidates possessing higher qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech, MBA, CA, CS, CMA, MCA or PhD are not eligible for the Diploma Engineer position where the notification specifically excludes such qualifications.

IOCL Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The maximum age varies according to the position.

Post	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 is calculated as on 1 July 2026.

Applicable relaxation includes:

OBC (NCL): 3 years
SC/ST: 5 years
PwBD: Additional relaxation as applicable
Ex-servicemen: As per Government of India rules

Candidates should use the prescribed matriculation or higher-secondary certificate as the date-of-birth proof wherever required.

IOCL Executive Salary 2026

IOCL offers attractive pay scales along with various employee benefits.

Grade	Posts	Basic Pay	Pay Scale	Approx. Annual CTC
Grade A	Graduate Engineer, Marketing Officer, Law Officer	₹50,000	₹50,000–₹1,60,000	Approx. ₹18.4 Lakh
Grade A0	Assistant Quality Control Officer	₹40,000	₹40,000–₹1,40,000	Approx. ₹14.8 Lakh
Grade E0	Diploma Engineer	₹30,000	₹30,000–₹1,20,000	Approx. ₹11.1 Lakh

In addition to basic salary, selected candidates may receive benefits and allowances according to IOCL rules.

These may include:

Dearness Allowance
House Rent Allowance
Subsidized accommodation, where applicable
Medical facilities
Gratuity
Provident Fund benefits
Group Personal Accident Insurance
LTC/LFA
Superannuation benefits
Conveyance-related benefits
Performance Related Pay (PRP)

IOCL Service Bond

Selected candidates may be required to execute a service bond and serve IOCL for the minimum prescribed period.

Grade	General Category	EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PwBD
Grade A	₹3,00,000	₹50,000
Grade A0/E0	₹2,00,000	₹35,000

The applicable minimum service period mentioned in the recruitment details is 3 years from the date of joining.

IOCL Executive Recruitment Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of multiple stages:

Stage 1 – Computer Based Test (CBT)

Candidates first appear for the online written examination.

Stage 2 – Group Discussion & Group Task

Shortlisted candidates may be called for GD and GT.

Stage 3 – Personal Interview

Candidates qualifying through the earlier stages will proceed to the interview stage.

Final selection will be based on the prescribed composite assessment and eligibility verification.

IOCL CBT Exam Pattern

The CBT consists of aptitude and domain-specific sections.

Section	Subject	Questions
Section A	Quantitative Aptitude	20
Section A	Logical Reasoning	15
Section A	Verbal Ability / English	15
Section B	Post-specific Domain Knowledge	50
Total	All Sections	100

The examination is divided into aptitude and technical/domain components.

The total examination duration is approximately 150 minutes, subject to the applicable compensatory-time provisions.

Each question carries 1 mark, while an incorrect answer attracts a 0.25 mark deduction.

IOCL CBT Qualifying Marks

Candidates must achieve the required sectional and overall minimum marks.

Category	Sectional Minimum	Overall Minimum
General/EWS/OBC (NCL)	40%	45%
SC/ST	35%	40%
PwBD	25%	30%

Final Selection Weightage

The composite score is calculated using the prescribed weightage:

Selection Component	Weightage
Computer Based Test	85%
GD & Group Task	5%
Personal Interview	10%
Total	100%

Candidates must also satisfy the minimum qualifying requirements applicable to the GD/GT and Personal Interview stages.

How to Apply for IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates should complete the application process online.

Step 1

Visit the official Indian Oil Corporation Limited website and navigate to the current recruitment section.

Step 2

Open the IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 application link.

Step 3

Complete the new registration process using your name, mobile number and email address.

Step 4

Use the generated registration credentials to log in.

Step 5

Enter your personal details, educational qualifications, category information and other required information.

Step 6

Upload the required photograph, signature, thumb impression and other documents in the prescribed format.

Step 7

Complete the live photograph requirement if prompted by the application portal.

Step 8

Carefully review the entire application form before final submission.

Step 9

Pay the applicable examination/application fee through the available online payment method.

Step 10

Submit the application and download the completed form and payment receipt for future reference.

Candidates should submit the application well before the deadline rather than waiting until the final day.

IOCL Application Fee

The applicable application fee for eligible candidates is:

₹1,000 + GST

Candidates belonging to SC, ST and PwBD categories are exempt from the application fee as per the recruitment conditions.

Applicants should check the official notification for the latest fee and exemption rules before payment.

Documents Required for IOCL Recruitment

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

Educational qualification certificates
Engineering degree or diploma certificate
All relevant academic mark sheets
CGPA-to-percentage conversion certificate, where applicable
Experience certificate for posts requiring work experience
Date-of-birth proof
Category certificate, if applicable
EWS certificate, if applicable
OBC (NCL) certificate, where applicable
SC/ST certificate, where applicable
PwBD certificate and UDID card, if applicable
Valid photo identity proof
Recent passport-size photograph
Signature
Left thumb impression
NOC from current employer, where applicable

Law Officer candidates with independent legal practice may also need the relevant Bar Council registration documentation.

Important Conditions for Candidates

Applicants should carefully read the official recruitment notification before applying.

Candidates should note that:

Only eligible full-time regular qualifications are considered for the specified posts.
Part-time, correspondence, distance and online qualifications are generally not accepted where the notification requires full-time regular education.
Integrated, combined or interdisciplinary qualifications may not be accepted for certain engineering positions.
Category details should be entered carefully because changes may not be permitted after final submission.
Candidates may be posted anywhere in India according to IOCL’s organizational requirements.
Selected candidates must satisfy document-verification requirements.
Medical fitness is mandatory before joining.
Candidates must comply with the prescribed Pre-Employment Medical Examination requirements.
Any malpractice, impersonation or use of unfair means can result in cancellation of candidature.
IOCL may modify or alter the recruitment process according to organizational requirements.

Important Advice for IOCL Aspirants

Before applying, candidates should match their engineering discipline, percentage, age, experience and category with the exact eligibility conditions for their preferred post.

Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering candidates have a particularly large number of vacancies under the Graduate Engineer category. Diploma candidates can also explore the Grade E0 positions in Electrical, Mechanical and Safety disciplines.

Candidates preparing for the CBT should focus on both general aptitude and their respective technical/domain syllabus, because the domain section carries a significant portion of the examination.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026?

IOCL has announced a total of 470 Executive vacancies across Grade A, Grade A0 and Grade E0 positions.

What is the last date to apply?

The online application deadline is 3 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.

What is the IOCL Executive salary?

The basic pay ranges from ₹30,000 to ₹50,000, depending on the grade. The approximate annual CTC mentioned for the different grades ranges from around ₹11.1 lakh to ₹18.4 lakh.

Can Diploma candidates apply?

Yes. Diploma candidates can apply for eligible Grade E0 Diploma Engineer positions, subject to the prescribed discipline, marks and other conditions.

Can B.Tech candidates apply for IOCL Graduate Engineer posts?

Yes. Eligible full-time B.E./B.Tech candidates in the specified engineering disciplines can apply for Graduate Engineer positions.

Is work experience required for every post?

No. Experience requirements differ by position. The Law Officer and Assistant Quality Control Officer posts require relevant post-qualification experience, while the Graduate Engineer and Diploma Engineer eligibility does not carry the same experience requirement.

What is the IOCL selection process?

The selection process includes Computer Based Test, Group Discussion/Group Task and Personal Interview, with the prescribed weightage applied during final assessment.