ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification
Updated: By NaukriZila Editorial
- Total Posts
- 3,047
- Last Date
- 20 Nov 2026
- 18 days left
- Age Limit
- 18 – 24 years
ONGC has released a notification for the engagement of 3047 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates aged between 18 and 24 years can apply online through NAPS or NATS portals by 20 November 2026. Various qualifications from ITI to Graduate are eligible depending on the trade.
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) invites applications for Apprenticeship positions across multiple states. The recruitment is for the year 2026 under advertisement number ONGC/APPR/1/2026. Interested candidates must apply online by 20 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Date of Notification | 29 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date | 20 Nov 2026 |
| Date of Result/Selection | 15 Dec 2026 |
Application Fee
The notice does not state an application fee here — many walk-in and contract recruitments have none. Check the official notification before applying. Official notification ↗
Age Limit
18 – 24 years(as on 29 Nov 2026)
Upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. PwBD candidates get up to 10 years relaxation, up to 15 years for SC/ST and up to 13 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer).
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentices | 3,047 | — |
Eligibility
- Candidates must be residents (domicile) of or have obtained requisite qualification from eligible districts against the work centre.
- Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years as on 29.11.2026 with age relaxations as per government norms.
- Qualifications vary by trade: ITI, 10th pass, 12th pass, Diploma, Graduate, B.Com, BBA, B.Sc, B.Tech depending on trade.
- Candidates should not have undergone or be pursuing apprenticeship earlier.
- Candidates with one year or more job experience after qualification are not eligible for Technician Apprentice.
- Applicants should not have completed three years after passing qualifying exam as on 29.11.2026.
Salary / Pay Scale
Graduate Apprentice B.A / B.Com / B.Sc / B.B.A/ B.E./ B.Tech 12,300/-; Three years Diploma Respective discipline of Engineering 10,900/-; Trade Apprentices 10th/ 12th 8,200/-; Trade Apprentices ITI Trade of one year duration 9,600/-; Trade Apprentices ITI Trade of two-year duration 10,560/-
Calculate in-hand salary →Selection Process
- 1Application receipt and consolidation via NAPS and NATS portals.→
- 2Scrutiny of applications for eligibility.→
- 3Preparation of provisional merit list based on qualifying exam marks.→
- 4Shortlisting candidates for document verification.→
- 5Document verification of original certificates and documents.→
- 6Finalisation of merit list considering vacancies, merit, reservation and tie-break criteria.→
- 7Application of reservation policy as per government guidelines.→
- 8Publication of results on official ONGC website and communication via email.→
- 9Offer of engagement and completion of formalities.→
- 10Filling vacancies from remaining eligible candidates if selected candidates do not report.
How to Apply
- 1Apply online only through NAPS portal https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in for NAPS trades.
- 2Apply online only through NATS portal https://nats.education.gov.in for NATS trades.
- 3Applications accepted from 29.10.2026 to 20.11.2026.
- 4Candidates must ensure eligibility and district domicile before applying.
- 5Regularly check ONGC website and NAPS/NATS portals for updates.
- 6No offline applications accepted.
Important Links (Official)
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Should You Apply?
This recruitment is ideal for fresh candidates who have recently completed their ITI, Diploma, or Graduation and are looking for apprenticeship opportunities in the energy sector. The selection process is merit-based on qualifying exam marks, followed by document verification. Candidates should ensure they meet domicile requirements for the specified districts. Compared to previous years, the large number of vacancies (3047) offers good chances, but candidates must apply promptly and prepare their documents carefully. Since the application is online only via NAPS and NATS portals, familiarity with these platforms is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for ONGC Apprenticeship 2026?+
The last date to apply online is 20 November 2026.
What is the age limit for ONGC Apprentice posts?+
Candidates must be between 18 and 24 years as on 29 November 2026, with age relaxations for reserved categories.
How can I apply for the ONGC Apprentice recruitment?+
Candidates must apply online through the NAPS portal for NAPS trades or the NATS portal for NATS trades only.
Questions & Answers
Information is taken from the official notification. Always verify on the official website before applying.