ONGC Apprentices Recruitment 2025 — Online Application for 2,623 Positions
Online window: 16 October 2025 — 17 November 2025 | Official website: ongcindia.com
The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has released an official notification for the engagement of 2,623 apprentices across multiple trades and disciplines. Interested and eligible candidates may submit applications online through the official ONGC portal between 16-10-2025 and 17-11-2025. This article summarises vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limits, stipend/salary information, selection procedure and links to apply.
Quick Overview
| Recruitment Name | Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Apprentices |
| No. of Posts | 2,623 |
| Pay Matrix / Stipend | Rs. 8,200 – 12,300 (depending on category) |
| Qualification | Graduate, B.Com, B.Sc, Diploma, ITI, 10th |
| Age Limit | 18 to 24 years (relaxations apply) |
| Apply Online | 16-10-2025 to 17-11-2025 |
| Official Website | ongcindia.com |
Vacancy Details (Sector-wise)
| Work Centre / Sector | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Northern Sector | 165 |
| Mumbai Sector | 569 |
| Western Sector | 856 |
| Eastern Sector | 458 |
| Southern Sector | 322 |
| Central Sector | 253 |
Qualification / Trade-wise Eligibility
The apprentices are being engaged across a wide range of trades and disciplines under the NAPS and NATS frameworks. Below is a condensed, human-friendly mapping of trades and minimum qualifications:
Examples of trade-wise qualification prerequisites (summary):
- Library asst — 10th pass
- Mechanic Auto Electronics, Automotive Electronics — ITI in respective trade
- Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) — ITI (COPA)
- Draughtsman (Civil) — ITI (Draughtsman Civil)
- Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Fitter, Welder, Machinist, Diesel Mechanic, Refrigeration & A/C Mechanic — ITI in respective trade
- Medical Laboratory Technician (Cardiology/Pathology/Radiology) — ITI in respective medical lab discipline
- Stenographer (English) — ITI (English Stenography)
- Executives / Graduates (Accounts, Computer Science, Petroleum, Storekeeper) — Graduate / B.Com / B.Sc / Relevant engineering degree or Diploma as specified
- Technical Diploma posts — Three-year Diploma in relevant engineering subject
Applicants must carefully read the official notification to confirm trade codes, exact educational requirements and any additional conditions (such as subject combination for Petroleum posts, or trade-specific experience, if mentioned).
Age Limit (as on 06-11-2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- Valid date of birth range: 06-11-2001 to 06-11-2007
- Relaxation: SC/ST — +5 years; OBC (NCL) — +3 years.
- PwBD category relaxation: up to 10 years (and 15 years for SC/ST PwBD; 13 years for OBC PwBD) — refer to the notification for exact applicability.
Stipend / Salary
| Apprentice Category | Stipend (₹) |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 12,300 |
| Three-year Diploma Apprentice | 10,900 |
| Trade Apprentices (10th / 12th) | 8,200 |
| Trade Apprentices (ITI — 1 year) | 9,600 |
| Trade Apprentices (ITI — 2 years) | 10,560 |
Important Dates
- Advertisement & Application Call Issued: 16-10-2025
- Online Application Start Date: 16-10-2025
- Online Application Last Date: 17-11-2025
- Result / Selection Announcement (expected): 26-11-2025
Selection Process
Selection to apprentice positions will be based on merit — i.e., marks obtained in the qualifying examination specified for each trade. In case of equal merit, the older candidate will be placed higher in the merit list. Reservation rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD are applicable as per Government of India guidelines. Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification.
How to Apply
- Read the full official notification on ongcindia.com to confirm trade codes and eligibility.
- Applications are accepted only online. Paper-based applications will not be accepted.
- Registration portals:
- For trades listed under NAPS (Skill India portal) — register and apply at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (from 16-10-2025 onward).
- For trades listed under NATS / BOAT (SI No. 30 to 39 in the notification) — register on the Board of Apprenticeship Training portal at nats.education.gov.in (from 17-10-2025 onward).
- Fill the application form carefully, upload required documents and pay any application fee (if applicable).
- Keep a copy of the submitted application and print / save the acknowledgement for future reference.
Candidates are advised to check the official portals frequently for corrigenda, updates or schedule changes.
Disclaimer: Information in this post is based on the official notification released on 16-10-2025. Candidates must refer to the original ONGC notification for exact terms & conditions, and any subsequent updates published by ONGC or the concerned authorities.
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