ONGC Apprentice Online Form 2026

ONGC (Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited) invites applications for 3,047 Apprentice positions across India under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment is conducted by ONGC, a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. The apprenticeship programme provides practical training and on-the-job experience in various trades including technical (ITI certified trades), technician apprentices (diploma holders), and graduate/postgraduate apprentices. Selected candidates receive a monthly stipend during the training period, which typically lasts 1-3 years depending on the trade. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates, diploma holders, and ITI pass-outs to gain industry experience with India's largest oil and gas exploration company. Upon successful completion of apprenticeship, candidates may get preference in regular ONGC recruitments, though there is no guarantee of direct absorption.

Important Dates (Typical / Indicative)

Vacancy Breakdown (Typical / Indicative)

Note: Vacancies are distributed across various trades including Trade Apprentices (ITI qualified), Technician Apprentices (Diploma holders), and Graduate/Postgraduate Apprentices across multiple ONGC work centres in India.

Educational Qualification

Trade Apprentices:

• ITI Certificate in relevant trades (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Electronics Mechanic, Draughtsman, etc.)
• Must be registered with Apprenticeship Portal or willing to register

Technician Apprentices:

• Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Chemical, Civil, Petroleum, etc.) from recognized institution
• Minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates)

Graduate/Postgraduate Apprentices:

• B.E/B.Tech or M.Sc in relevant disciplines (Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, Physics)
• B.Sc/M.Sc with minimum 50% marks

Age Limit

Typical / Indicative Age Requirements:

Age Relaxation:

Age Calculation: As on the last date of online application submission.

Nationality

Applicant must be:

• A citizen of India, OR
• A subject of Nepal, OR
• A subject of Bhutan, OR
• A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with intention of permanently settling in India, OR
• A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with intention of permanently settling in India.

How to Apply

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to ONGC's official recruitment website (www.ongcindia.com) or designated apprenticeship portal

1. Register Account: Click on 'New Registration' and provide basic details (name, email, mobile number) to receive login credentials

1. Login: Use registration number and password to login to the application portal

1. Fill Application Form: Complete all sections including personal details, educational qualifications, category, trade/discipline preference, work centre preference

1. Upload Documents: Scan and upload recent photograph, signature, educational certificates, category certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate (if applicable) in prescribed format and size

1. Pay Application Fee: Make online payment through available modes (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI)

1. Review and Submit: Carefully review all entered information and submit the application form

1. Save Confirmation: Download and save the application confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference

1. Take Printout: Print the submitted application form for your records

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online only (Internet Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI)

Note: Application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances.

1. Screening of Applications: Initial screening of applications based on eligibility criteria. Only eligible candidates meeting educational qualifications, age limit, and other requirements will be shortlisted.

1. Merit List Preparation: For most apprentice categories, selection is based on merit determined by percentage of marks in qualifying examination (ITI/Diploma/Degree). Candidates are ranked category-wise and trade-wise based on their academic performance.

1. Written Test / Skill Test (If Conducted): ONGC may conduct written test covering technical knowledge related to the trade/discipline and general aptitude. For trade apprentices, practical skill tests may be conducted to assess hands-on competency in the respective trade.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification where original certificates (educational, age proof, category certificate, disability certificate if applicable) are physically verified. Candidates must bring all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates undergo pre-engagement medical examination to ensure fitness for apprenticeship training. Medical standards as per ONGC norms must be met. Candidates found medically unfit will not be engaged.

1. Final Selection and Engagement: Final merit list is prepared after successful completion of all stages. Selected candidates receive engagement letters specifying the work centre, trade/discipline, stipend amount, and training duration. Candidates must report at designated work centres on the specified date to commence apprenticeship training.

Written Test Pattern (If Applicable)

Trade Apprentices (ITI Qualified)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Technician Apprentices (Diploma Holders)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Note: In many ONGC apprentice recruitments, selection is primarily based on merit in qualifying examination (ITI/Diploma marks) without conducting a separate written test. The exam pattern varies based on specific notification. Questions are objective type (multiple choice). Skill tests may be conducted for trade apprentices to assess practical knowledge.

Syllabus (Typical / Indicative)

Trade Apprentices - Technical Knowledge

Trade Theory:

• Core concepts related to specific trade (Fitter/Electrician/Welder/Mechanic)
• Workshop calculations and safety practices
• Engineering drawing interpretation
• Material science and tools identification
• Trade-specific machinery and equipment operation
• Maintenance procedures and troubleshooting

General Aptitude:

• Numerical ability and basic mathematics
• Logical reasoning and analytical ability
• Spatial visualization
• General awareness related to oil & gas industry

Technician Apprentices - Discipline Specific

Mechanical Engineering:

• Thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer
• Strength of materials, manufacturing processes
• Machine design, industrial engineering
• Refrigeration and air conditioning
• Petroleum production and drilling fundamentals

Electrical Engineering:

• Circuit theory, electrical machines
• Power systems, control systems
• Electrical measurements and instrumentation
• Power electronics and drives
• Electrical safety standards

Electronics & Instrumentation:

• Analog and digital electronics
• Microprocessors and microcontrollers
• Process control and instrumentation
• Sensors and transducers
• Industrial automation

Chemical Engineering:

• Chemical process calculations
• Fluid mechanics and heat transfer
• Mass transfer operations
• Chemical reaction engineering
• Petroleum refining processes

Civil Engineering:

• Surveying, building materials and construction
• Structural analysis, geotechnical engineering
• Environmental engineering
• Transportation engineering

Graduate/Postgraduate Apprentices

Geology:

• Physical geology, structural geology
• Mineralogy and petrology
• Stratigraphy and paleontology
• Petroleum geology and exploration
• Geological mapping and fieldwork

Geophysics:

• Seismology, gravity and magnetic methods
• Electrical and electromagnetic methods
• Well logging and seismic interpretation
• Reservoir geophysics

Chemistry:

• Organic, inorganic and physical chemistry
• Analytical chemistry and instrumentation
• Petroleum chemistry
• Environmental chemistry

General Awareness

• Current affairs (national and international)
• Indian economy and oil & gas sector
• ONGC operations and projects
• Basic computer knowledge
• Environmental and safety awareness

Stipend Structure (Typical / Indicative)

Additional Benefits:

• HRA (Housing Rent Allowance) as per location if company accommodation not provided
• Conveyance allowance (where applicable)
• Accident insurance coverage during apprenticeship period
• Free medical facilities at ONGC hospitals/dispensaries
• Training materials and safety equipment provided

Note: Stipend amounts are fixed for each category as per Apprentices Act and ONGC norms. No other allowances like DA, TA, or perks applicable during apprenticeship. The stipend is not a salary and apprentices are not regular employees. EPF and gratuity benefits do not apply. After successful completion of apprenticeship, if absorbed as regular employees, salary will be as per ONGC pay scales (E-1 level starting basic pay around ₹50,000 with gross salary of ₹75,000-₹85,000).

During the apprenticeship period, candidates gain valuable practical experience and industry exposure in oil and gas operations. Upon successful completion, apprentices receive a certificate recognized under the Apprentices Act. While there is no automatic absorption, ONGC often provides preference to ex-apprentices in subsequent regular recruitment drives for similar positions. Ex-apprentices who clear ONGC's regular recruitment processes (Graduate Trainee, Technician, or Assistant Technician posts) join at appropriate levels with standard career progression through E-1, E-2, E-3 grades and beyond, potentially reaching senior management positions. Many successful ONGC employees began their careers as apprentices.

Admit cards for the written test/skill test (if conducted) will be released approximately 10-15 days before the examination date. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official ONGC recruitment portal using their registration number and password. No physical admit cards will be sent by post. The admit card contains important details including candidate's name, roll number, photograph, examination centre address, reporting time, and instructions. Candidates must bring the printed admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Driving License/Voter ID) to the examination centre. Entry will not be permitted without valid admit card and ID proof.

Results will be declared on the official ONGC website within 4-6 weeks after completion of the selection process. Candidates can check their results online using their registration number and date of birth. The result will display the candidate's score/rank and selection status. Selected candidates' names will appear in the final merit list published category-wise and trade-wise. Shortlisted candidates will receive further communication via registered email and SMS regarding document verification schedule. No separate letters will be sent by post. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website and their registered email for updates.

When selection is based on merit in qualifying examination, cutoff percentages typically range from 60-75% for General/EWS candidates, 55-65% for OBC candidates, and 50-60% for SC/ST candidates in their ITI/Diploma/Degree examinations. For written tests (if conducted), cutoffs vary by trade/discipline and category, generally ranging from 50-70 marks out of 150 for trade apprentices and 80-120 marks out of 200 for technician apprentices for General category. Category-wise cutoffs are typically 5-15% lower for reserved categories. Actual cutoffs depend on number of applicants, difficulty level, and vacancy distribution. Separate cutoffs are maintained for each trade/discipline and work centre combination.

Examination Centres

North: Delhi NCR, Dehradun, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Jaipur, Jammu, Panipat

South: Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Mangalore, Karaikal, Rajahmundry, Thiruvananthapuram

East: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Patna, Ranchi, Siliguri, Agartala

West: Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Pune, Nashik, Goa, Rajkot, Ankleshwar

Northeast: Guwahati, Nazira, Silchar, Imphal

Central: Bhopal, Indore, Raipur, Nagpur

Note: ONGC conducts examinations across major cities covering all states and union territories. Candidates can choose preferred exam centres during application, subject to availability. Final allotment of examination centre is at ONGC's discretion based on logistical feasibility.