Overview
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has issued the Haldia Refinery Apprentice Document Verification (DV) Schedule 2026 for candidates shortlisted under the apprentice recruitment process. The notice provides the next-stage instructions concerning verification dates, reporting venue and documents; however, the total number of vacancies is not restated in the DV schedule and remains as notified in the original recruitment advertisement.
Candidates must check their individual call letter or the detailed schedule published on the IOCL recruitment portal to confirm their reporting slot. Document verification does not guarantee final engagement, as selection remains subject to eligibility and medical fitness.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice/Technician Apprentice at Haldia Refinery |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified separately in the DV schedule |
| Application Mode | Online; DV to be attended in person |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA/Not announced |
| Result Date | TBA |
The exact document verification date and reporting time may vary by candidate, trade or registration number. Shortlisted applicants should rely on the official DV schedule and their call letter rather than reporting on an assumed date.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Eligibility depends on the apprentice discipline selected in the original application. Broadly, candidates may be required to possess:
- Class 10 pass with the relevant ITI trade certificate from an institution recognised by NCVT or SCVT for designated trade apprentice positions.
- A recognised three-year diploma in the relevant engineering discipline for technician apprentice posts.
- Class 12, graduation or another prescribed qualification for specific non-technical apprentice categories, wherever applicable.
- The qualification must have been completed by the cut-off date specified in the original recruitment notification.
- Candidates must produce original mark sheets and certificates during DV. Provisional or incomplete qualifications will be considered only if permitted under the recruitment rules.
Age Limit
- The usual minimum age for IOCL apprentice engagement is 18 years.
- The general upper age limit is normally 24 years, calculated on the cut-off date mentioned in the original advertisement.
- Upper-age relaxation may apply to SC, ST, OBC-NCL and PwBD candidates under Central government rules.
- Candidates should verify the applicable age cut-off and category relaxation in the original notification.
Fees
- No fresh fee is payable for attending document verification.
- Candidates should refer to the original recruitment advertisement for any application-fee provision.
- IOCL does not require shortlisted candidates to pay agents or intermediaries for DV or apprenticeship selection.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting/Merit Preparation: Applications are screened and candidates are shortlisted based on the selection method prescribed for the relevant apprentice discipline, which may include qualifying-examination marks or another notified criterion.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must appear at the allotted venue with original certificates, self-attested copies, photographs and the DV call letter. Failure to report or produce mandatory records can lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Medical Fitness and Final Engagement: Candidates clearing verification must satisfy IOCL's prescribed medical fitness standards. Final engagement is subject to successful verification, medical clearance and fulfilment of all apprenticeship conditions.
How to Apply
- Visit the IOCL recruitment page at iocl.com and open the latest job openings section.
- Locate the link for the Haldia Refinery Apprentice DV Schedule 2026 and download the schedule or call-letter instructions.
- Search the PDF using the registration number, roll number or candidate name to confirm the DV date, reporting time and venue.
- Download and print the DV call letter, if issued separately. Check whether any candidate information or declaration must be completed in advance.
- Arrange the required records, including proof of date of birth, Class 10 certificate, relevant ITI/diploma/degree certificates, semester-wise mark sheets, Aadhaar or other photo identity proof, category certificate and recent passport-size photographs.
- Candidates claiming OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST or PwBD benefits should carry a valid certificate in the prescribed format. OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must meet the validity requirements stated in the recruitment notice.
- Carry original documents along with one or more sets of self-attested photocopies. Candidates should also retain copies of the submitted application form and apprenticeship registration details.
- Reach the notified Haldia Refinery venue before the reporting time. A late arrival, missing certificate or mismatch in personal details may affect candidature.
The DV schedule is meant only for candidates shortlisted from the earlier application process. It should not be treated as an invitation for new applications unless IOCL publishes a separate recruitment notice.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Where can candidates check the IOCL Haldia Refinery Apprentice DV schedule?
Candidates can download the schedule from the latest job openings section of the official IOCL website.
2. Which documents are required for document verification?
Applicants should carry the DV call letter, photo ID, educational certificates, mark sheets, category certificate, photographs and other records specified by IOCL.
3. Does appearing for DV confirm final apprentice selection?
No. Final engagement depends on successful document verification, fulfilment of eligibility conditions, medical fitness and completion of all required formalities.
