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ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — Complete Guide (3,047 Posts)

Important Dates — ONGC Apprentice 2026

• Notification Date: 29 October 2026
• Online Application Start: 29 October 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 20 November 2026
• Date of Result / Selection: 15 December 2026
• Age Calculation Date: 29 November 2026 (as per the reference page)

Key Points You Must Know Before Applying

• It is an apprenticeship, not a permanent job. ONGC has no obligation to give regular employment after training
• Training: 12 months in all trades, under the Apprentices Act, 1961
• Stipend: ₹8,200 to ₹12,300 per month depending on your qualification
• Selection: By marks in the qualifying exam. No written exam
• Medical fitness: You must be medically fit
• One application only: Check the notification for rules about choosing trade and location
• Registration is on the NAPS / NATS portals, and hard copy applications are not accepted
• Canvassing (asking for influence or recommendation) will disqualify you

Eligibility Criteria — Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: 10th pass; or 12th pass; or ITI in the relevant trade; or Diploma in Engineering; or Graduate in the relevant discipline — as specified for each trade
• Age: 18 to 24 years as on 29 November 2026
• Age relaxation: SC / ST 5 years, OBC 3 years and PwBD 10 to 15 years
• Residence or study: Candidates must be residents of, or have obtained their qualification from, the eligible districts given in Annexure-I of the notification
• Medical fitness: You must be medically fit as per ONGC’s requirement
• Rules: The apprenticeship is governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961

Who Cannot Apply for ONGC Apprentice 2026?

• Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training earlier
• Candidates with one year or more of job experience after their qualification
• Candidates who completed their qualification more than three years ago
• Candidates who do not live in, or did not obtain their qualification from, the eligible districts listed in the notification
• Please note: The reference page’s eligibility section is worded in a confusing way about experience. Please follow the “who cannot apply” rules above and read the official notification PDF to confirm

Training Locations

• The reference page lists these places: Dehradun, Delhi, Jodhpur, Goa, Hazira, Mumbai, Uran and Panvel
• ONGC apprentice notices in earlier years covered more work centres across India. For 2026, please check Annexure-I for the full location-wise and trade-wise vacancy list
• Choose the location carefully. You will have to arrange your own stay and travel unless the notification says otherwise
• Eligible districts for each location are given in Annexure-I. Make sure your district is eligible for the location you choose

Selection Process — Step by Step

• Step 1: ONGC collects (consolidates) all applications from the NAPS and NATS portals
• Step 2: Applications are checked (scrutiny)
• Step 3: A provisional merit list is prepared based on marks in the qualifying examination
• Step 4: Document verification of shortlisted candidates
• Step 5: Final merit list is prepared. Selection is based on the marks in the prescribed qualifying exam
• Tie-break: If two candidates have the same marks, the older candidate gets preference
• Date of result or selection: 15 December 2026
• No written exam or interview is mentioned in the sources we reviewed

How to Apply for ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. Read the official notification PDF (ONGC/APPR/1/2026) fully. Check your eligibility, trade and the eligible districts in Annexure-I
2. Decide your trade and location
3. For NAPS trades, register and apply on the NAPS portal: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
4. For NATS trades, register and apply on the NATS portal: nats.education.gov.in
5. Fill in your personal, educational and bank details correctly, and upload the documents as asked
6. Check all details again before final submission
7. Apply on or before 20 November 2026. Hard copy applications are not accepted
8. Save the registration details and the application proof, and keep checking the official websites for updates

Documents to Keep Ready

• Proof of date of birth (10th certificate or equivalent)
• Mark sheets and certificates of the qualifying examination (10th / 12th / ITI / Diploma / Degree)
• ITI, Diploma or Degree certificate, for trades that need them
• Caste or category certificate, if you claim reservation or age relaxation
• PwBD certificate, if applicable
• Valid ID proof, such as Aadhaar
• Passport-size photograph and signature in the required format
• Bank account details, as asked on the portal
• Proof of residence or study in an eligible district
• Please check the exact list on the NAPS / NATS portals and in the notification

NAPS vs NATS — A Simple Explanation

• NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) is mainly for trade apprentices such as ITI and 10th / 12th pass candidates
• NATS (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) is mainly for graduate and diploma apprentices
• Each ONGC trade is linked to one of these portals. Check which portal your trade uses before you register
• You need an account on the right portal, and you must apply to ONGC’s establishment there
• If you register on the wrong portal, your application may not be considered. Read the notification carefully
• Keep your login details safe, because you may need them again

Why Do Candidates Like ONGC Apprenticeship?

• ONGC is a very large and respected public sector company in the energy sector
• You get hands-on training with real equipment, safety systems and professional work culture
• An ONGC apprenticeship certificate adds value to your resume for private and public sector jobs
• You earn a stipend while you learn
• It helps in preparing for ITI-based and diploma-based recruitments in PSUs, railways and other sectors
• But remember: it does not promise a job at ONGC

Smart Tips for a Strong Application

• Check the eligible districts for your chosen location before you register
• Use your latest and correct marks. Selection is based on them
• Make sure your name, date of birth and marks match your certificates exactly
• Create your NAPS / NATS profile early, because verification on the portal can take time
• Keep your documents scanned and ready in the right format
• Apply a few days before 20 November 2026, because portals can become slow near the last date
• Keep checking your email and mobile for updates from ONGC and the portals

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Applying on the wrong portal (NAPS instead of NATS, or the opposite)
• Applying from a district that is not eligible for your location
• Having more than one year of job experience or having done an apprenticeship before, and still applying
• Entering wrong marks or date of birth
• Thinking that this will lead to a permanent ONGC job. It will not automatically do so
• Trusting agents who promise selection for money
• Using canvassing or recommendations, which can disqualify you

Important Warnings

• Apply only through the official NAPS and NATS portals and the official ONGC website
• ONGC does not take money for apprenticeship selection. The notification does not mention any application fee
• Do not share your login details or documents with unknown persons
• Some details, such as the exact stipend table and trade-wise vacancies, are in the official PDF. Please read it before applying
• This article is based on the reference page (officially verified) and the notification details reported on 31 October 2026. If any detail differs, the official notification is final

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