ONGC Recruitment 2026: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC), a Maharatna PSU, has invited online applications for 3047 apprentice training seats across 24 work centres in India for 2026-27. The training lasts 12 months and the stipend runs from ₹8,200 to ₹12,300 a month, depending on qualification. Trades are open to 10th, 12th, ITI, diploma and degree holders. Applications are on the NAPS and NATS portals and close on 20 November 2026. For Tamil Nadu candidates, the Chennai centre (40 seats) takes all districts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, and the Karaikal centre (98 seats) takes ten listed districts. This is apprenticeship training, not regular employment.
ONGC Recruitment 2026 Apprentice Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) |
| Advertisement No. | ONGC/APPR/1/2026 (29.10.2026) |
| Scheme | Apprentices Act, 1961, through NAPS (trade apprentices) and NATS (graduate and diploma apprentices) |
| Total seats | 3047 (tentative) |
| Work centres | 24 locations across India |
| Training period | 12 months |
| Stipend | ₹8,200 to ₹12,300 per month |
| Age | 18 to 24 years (as on 29 November 2026) |
| Mode | Online only (NAPS / NATS portals) |
| Last date | 20 November 2026 |
| Application fee | Not mentioned in the notification |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement issued | 29 October 2026 |
| Online portals open | 29 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 20 November 2026 |
| Age and qualification cut-off date | 29 November 2026 |
| Result / selection | 15 December 2026 |
The notification says ONGC may extend the application date if it receives too few applications.
Vacancy Details
Sector-wise Seats
| Sector | Work centres | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Northern | Dehradun, Delhi, Jodhpur, OVL Delhi | 191 |
| Mumbai | Goa, Hazira, Mumbai, Nhava, Panvel, Uran | 482 |
| Western | Ahmedabad, Ankleshwar, Cambay, Mehsana, Vadodara | 1,166 |
| Eastern | Jorhat, Nazira & Sivasagar, Silchar | 674 |
| Southern | Chennai, Kakinada, Karaikal, Rajahmundry | 267* |
| Central | Agartala, Bokaro, Kolkata | 267 |
| Grand total | 3,047 |
*The notification prints 269 as the Southern Sector total, but the work-centre figures (40 + 76 + 98 + 53) add up to 267. Using 267 makes all six sectors add up to the stated grand total of 3,047.
Work Centre-wise Seats
| Work centre | Seats | Work centre | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dehradun | 138 | Nazira & Sivasagar | 466 |
| Delhi | 28 | Silchar | 73 |
| Jodhpur | 5 | Chennai | 40 |
| OVL Delhi | 20 | Kakinada | 76 |
| Goa | 25 | Karaikal | 98 |
| Hazira | 138 | Rajahmundry | 53 |
| Mumbai | 200 | Agartala | 200 |
| Nhava | 25 | Bokaro | 33 |
| Panvel | 25 | Kolkata | 34 |
| Uran | 69 | Ahmedabad | 331 |
| Ankleshwar | 392 | Mehsana | 301 |
| Cambay | 64 | Vadodara | 78 |
| Jorhat | 135 |
The trade-wise seats for every centre are in the advertisement PDF. Seats and trades are tentative and ONGC can change them. If you apply for more than one centre or trade, ONGC allots you one centre and one trade at its discretion.
Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Centres: Chennai and Karaikal
Chennai (40 Seats)
| Sl. | Trade | Scheme | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Accounts Executive | NATS | 7 |
| 2 | Executive HR (Oil & Gas) | NAPS | 7 |
| 3 | Secretarial Office Assistant (Oil & Gas) | NAPS | 10 |
| 4 | Fire Safety Technician (Oil & Gas) | NAPS | 4 |
| 5 | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant | NAPS | 9 |
| 6 | Electrician | NAPS | 3 |
| Total | 40 |
Karaikal (98 Seats)
| Sl. | Trade | Scheme | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant | NAPS | 22 |
| 2 | Computer Science Executive (Oil & Gas) | NAPS | 2 |
| 3 | Electrician | NAPS | 2 |
| 4 | Electrical Executive (Oil & Gas) | NAPS | 3 |
| 5 | Executive HR (Oil & Gas) | NAPS | 10 |
| 6 | Fitter | NAPS | 2 |
| 7 | Instrument Mechanic | NAPS | 2 |
| 8 | Machinist | NAPS | 2 |
| 9 | Mechanic Repair & Maintenance of Vehicles | NAPS | 2 |
| 10 | Mechanic Diesel | NAPS | 13 |
| 11 | Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | NAPS | 6 |
| 12 | Mechanical Executive (Oil & Gas) | NAPS | 4 |
| 13 | Welder (Gas & Electric) | NAPS | 1 |
| 14 | Accounts Executive | NATS | 5 |
| 15 | Civil Executive (Graduate) | NATS | 2 |
| 16 | Civil Executive (Diploma) | NATS | 1 |
| 17 | Electrical Executive (Graduate) | NATS | 4 |
| 18 | Instrumentation Executive (Graduate) | NATS | 3 |
| 19 | Mechanical Executive (Graduate) | NATS | 4 |
| 20 | Storekeeper (Petroleum Products) | NATS | 4 |
| 21 | Fire Safety Technician (Oil & Gas) | NAPS | 4 |
| Total | 98 |
Who Can Apply for Which Centre
You can apply for a centre only if you are a resident (domicile) of the listed districts, or got your required qualification from one of them.
| Work centre | Eligible area |
|---|---|
| Chennai | Tamil Nadu and Puducherry: all districts |
| Karaikal | Tamil Nadu: Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Ariyalur, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, Tiruchirappalli, Pudukkottai and Ramanathapuram; Puducherry: Karaikal |
| Kakinada | Andhra Pradesh: all districts |
| Rajahmundry | Andhra Pradesh: Krishna, East Godavari and West Godavari |
| Other centres | The state or districts listed in Annexure 1 of the PDF (for example Gujarat for Ahmedabad, Maharashtra for Mumbai, Assam for Jorhat) |
Qualification by Trade
| Trade | Qualification | Scheme |
|---|---|---|
| Library Assistant | 10th pass | NAPS |
| COPA, Draughtsman (Civil), Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Fitter, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, Mechanic Motor Vehicle / Diesel, Refrigeration & AC, Stenographer (English), Surveyor, Welder, Medical Lab Technician (Pathology) | ITI in the same trade (a Wireman certificate is not accepted for Electrician) | NAPS |
| Fire Safety Technician (Oil & Gas) | ITI in the relevant trade, or 12th class | NAPS |
| Executive Finance (Oil & Gas) | B.Com | NAPS |
| Lab Chemist / Analyst (Petroleum Products) | B.Sc (Chemistry) | NAPS |
| Executive HR (Oil & Gas) | BBA degree | NAPS |
| Secretarial Office Assistant (Oil & Gas) | Any graduate | NAPS |
| Computer Science, Electronics & Telecom, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical Executive (Oil & Gas) and Diploma Executives | 3-year engineering diploma in the respective discipline | NAPS |
| Accounts Executive | Bachelor’s degree in Commerce | NATS |
| Store Keeper (Petroleum Products) | Any graduate | NATS |
| Graduate Executives (Computer Science, Electrical, Civil, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechanical) | Engineering degree in the respective discipline | NATS |
| Petroleum Executive | Graduate with Geology as one of the subjects | NATS |
| Civil Executive (Diploma) | 3-year diploma in Civil Engineering | NATS |
- Apply only if you have the minimum qualification. B.A, B.Com, BBA and B.E / B.Tech must be recognised by UGC / AICTE. ITI certificates must be from SBTE / NCVT recognised institutes.
- The qualification must have been completed within the last 3 years as on 29 November 2026.
- You cannot have done apprenticeship before, or be doing it now. Candidates with one year or more of training or job experience after qualifying are not eligible as Technician Apprentices.
- Apply under one sector, one work centre and one trade only.
Age Limit
| Category | Age (as on 29 November 2026) |
|---|---|
| General | 18 to 24 years (born between 29.11.2002 and 29.11.2008) |
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 years; 15 years for SC/ST; 13 years for OBC (NCL) |
Stipend
| Category of apprentice | Qualification | Stipend (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | B.A / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA / B.E / B.Tech | ₹12,300 |
| Three-year Diploma | Engineering diploma | ₹10,900 |
| Trade Apprentice | 10th / 12th | ₹8,200 |
| Trade Apprentice | One-year ITI | ₹9,600 |
| Trade Apprentice | Two-year ITI | ₹10,560 |
No TA/DA, boarding, lodging or transport help is paid. After training, ONGC has no obligation to give regular employment.
Selection Process
- ONGC collects the applications from NAPS and NATS and sorts them by trade, qualification and work centre.
- Applications are checked for eligibility.
- A provisional merit list is made from the marks in the qualifying examination. On a tie, the older candidate is preferred.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification, with the list on the ONGC website or by email.
- The final merit list follows verification, with reservation as per Government rules.
- Selected candidates complete the engagement formalities on the NAPS / NATS portal.
There is no written test or interview in the notification. Keep originals plus self-attested copies of the date-of-birth proof, mark sheets, diploma / degree / ITI certificate, category and PwBD certificates, ID proof and your NAPS / NATS registration details.
How to Apply
- Check Para C (age), Para D (qualification) and Annexure 1 (eligible districts) first.
- For NAPS trades (ITI and other trade apprentices), register and apply at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- For NATS trades (graduate and diploma executives), register and apply at nats.education.gov.in.
- Choose ONGC, your sector, work centre and trade, and check that your details and marks are correct before submitting.
- Check your email and the portals often for updates. Hard-copy, postal and hand applications are not accepted.
For queries, write to ongc_skilldev@ongc.co.in. Updates are posted on www.ongcindia.com and www.ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in.
General Conditions
- Engagement is subject to medical fitness under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
- The candidature is provisional until documents are verified. False information leads to cancellation, even after engagement.
- Canvassing of any kind disqualifies a candidate.
- The management’s decision on eligibility and selection is final, and vacancies may stay unfilled.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Website (ONGC Apprentices) | CLICK HERE |
| Notification PDF | DOWNLOAD NOW |
| Application Link (NAPS: trade apprentices) | APPLY NOW |
| Application Link (NATS: graduate and diploma apprentices) | APPLY NOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many apprentice seats does ONGC have in 2026-27?
3,047 tentative seats across 24 work centres.
What is the last date to apply?
20 November 2026. ONGC says it may extend the date if applications are too few.
Which ONGC centres can Tamil Nadu candidates apply for?
Chennai (all Tamil Nadu and Puducherry districts) and Karaikal (Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Ariyalur, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, Tiruchirappalli, Pudukkottai, Ramanathapuram and Karaikal).
What is the stipend?
₹8,200 to ₹12,300 a month, depending on qualification.
Is this a permanent job?
No. It is 12 months of apprenticeship training, and ONGC has no obligation to offer regular employment.
What is the age limit?
18 to 24 years as on 29 November 2026, with relaxation for SC/ST, OBC (NCL) and PwBD.
Is there an exam?
No. Selection is by merit in the qualifying exam marks, followed by document verification.
About This Information
This article summarises ONGC Advertisement No. ONGC/APPR/1/2026 for apprentices. This website is not affiliated with ONGC, NAPS or NATS. We do not charge any fee for jobs or applications. Seats, trades and dates can change, so confirm everything on www.ongcindia.com and the NAPS / NATS portals before you apply. If you find an error, tell us and we will correct it.
