Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released the IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 notification for 470 vacancies in engineering, marketing, law, quality control and diploma-engineering streams. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 14 August 2026 to 3 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM, through the official IndianOil recruitment portal.
The recruitment is being conducted through a Computer-Based Test (CBT) under Advertisement No. IOCL/CO-HR/RECTT/2026/01, dated 14 August 2026. It is an important PSU opportunity for BE/BTech, Diploma, Chemistry, Law and Marketing-qualified candidates seeking executive-level roles in Indian Oil.
IOCL Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Recruitment name | Recruitment of Executives through CBT – 2026 |
| Advertisement number | IOCL/CO-HR/RECTT/2026/01 |
| Total vacancies | 470 posts |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start date | 14 August 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 3 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Selection mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| CBT date | 24 September 2026 |
| Admit card date | 15 September 2026 |
| Official website | iocl.com |
| Notification PDF | IOCL Executive Recruitment 2026 Notification |
| Online Application | https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/iocljun26/ |
IndianOil has also published the detailed notification, post-wise vacancy document, CBT syllabus links and category-certificate formats on its official “Latest Job Openings” page. Applicants should rely on this portal for addenda, corrigenda, admit-card updates and other recruitment notices.
IOCL Executive Vacancy 2026
The 470 vacancies are available across Grade A, Grade A0 and Grade E0 posts. The largest number of vacancies is for Mechanical Engineering, followed by Electrical and Civil Engineering disciplines. The vacancy distribution below is based on the official notice.
| Grade | Discipline/Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Grade A | Civil Engineering | 62 |
| Grade A | Chemical Engineering | 16 |
| Grade A | Electrical Engineering | 75 |
| Grade A | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 32 |
| Grade A | Mechanical Engineering | 118 |
| Grade A | Instrumentation Engineering | 35 |
| Grade A | Computer Science & IT | 22 |
| Grade A | Law | 10 |
| Grade A | Marketing | 41 |
| Grade A0 | Quality Control (Chemistry) | 9 |
| Grade E0 | Electrical Engineering | 14 |
| Grade E0 | Mechanical Engineering | 21 |
| Grade E0 | Safety | 15 |
| Total | 470 |
The official notification makes it clear that the stated number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending on IndianOil’s organisational requirements.
Eligibility and Selection
Candidates must carefully read the detailed advertisement before applying because the prescribed qualification, experience requirement where applicable, age limit, relaxation rules and discipline-specific eligibility can differ by post and grade.
In broad terms, the posts target candidates from these academic backgrounds:
- Grade A engineering posts: Relevant BE/BTech or equivalent engineering degree in Civil, Chemical, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Instrumentation, or Computer Science/IT, as specified in the notification.
- Law Officer posts: Relevant law qualification meeting the conditions specified by IOCL.
- Marketing posts: Relevant qualification in the prescribed marketing/management discipline under the advertisement.
- Assistant Quality Control Officer, Grade A0: Chemistry-based qualification as prescribed for Quality Control.
- Grade E0 posts: Relevant Diploma Engineering qualification for Electrical, Mechanical and Safety positions.
The selection process is centred on the Computer-Based Test. IOCL has separately placed indicative General Aptitude and discipline/domain-knowledge syllabi for Grade A, Grade A0 and Grade E0 positions on its official careers page. Candidates should download the syllabus that matches their applied post rather than preparing from a generic engineering recruitment syllabus.
The CBT is scheduled for 24 September 2026, while admit cards are expected to be issued from 15 September 2026.
How to Apply Online
Applicants should complete the form well before the deadline, especially because the application window closes at 5:00 PM rather than at midnight.
- Visit the official IndianOil latest-job-openings page at iocl.com.
- Open “Recruitment of Executives in Indian Oil Corporation Limited through Computer Based Test (CBT) – 2026.”
- Read the detailed advertisement and identify the correct grade and discipline.
- Click the official online-application link.
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, category details and other required information accurately.
- Upload the documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable to your category, through the authorised payment method.
- Review every entry before final submission.
- Submit the form and save/download the confirmation page and payment receipt.
Candidates should use only the official IOCL careers page and the official application link published there. Avoid relying on forwarded links, unofficial websites or social-media posts for submission of the form. IndianOil’s official listing also provides category-certificate formats for SC, ST, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates, along with PwBD and ex-servicemen-related documents.
Important Advice for Applicants
Candidates should first verify that their degree or diploma branch exactly matches the discipline listed in the detailed notification. For example, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Instrumentation and Computer Science/IT vacancies are separately notified; a related but differently named qualification may not automatically be accepted unless the advertisement specifically permits it.
Applicants claiming reservation or relaxation should ensure that their certificates are valid and issued in the format requested by IOCL. OBC applicants, in particular, should check the Non-Creamy Layer requirement and format before uploading documents. The official page includes prescribed formats for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwBD and ex-servicemen candidates.
For CBT preparation, split your time between General Aptitude and core-domain subjects. Engineering candidates should revise fundamental formulas, core concepts, numerical problem-solving, technical standards and discipline-specific objective questions. Law, Marketing and Quality Control candidates should focus first on the official domain syllabus and then build speed through timed mock tests.
With applications closing on 3 September 2026 at 5:00 PM, eligible candidates should not wait for the final day to apply.