OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 80 Trade & Graduate Posts

ONGC Petro additions Limited (OPaL), a subsidiary of ONGC, has released a notification for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment drive aims to fill 80 seats across various locations including Dahej, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and Delhi. Candidates with ITI Trade certificates or Graduate degrees (BBA/B.Com/IT) acquired in 2022 or later are eligible to apply for this one-year training program.

OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Official Overview of OPaL Apprentice Notification 2026
OPaL Apprentice Engagement 2026 Advertisement No.:- Apprentice-Advertisement-2026-SS1
Recruitment AuthorityONGC Petro additions Limited (OPaL)
Post NameApprentice (Trade/Graduate)
Total Vacancies80
Job LocationDahej, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi
Start Date to Apply24 April 2026
Last Date to Apply15 May 2026
QualificationITI / B.B.A / B.Com / Bachelor's in IT
Age Limit18 to 24 Years
Selection ProcessMerit Based (Qualifying Marks)
SalaryRs. 10,560 - 12,300/- Per Month
Application Fees General / OBC / EWS: Nil
SC / ST / PwBD: Nil
(No application fee for any category)
Application ModeOnline via NAPS/NATS Portal
Official NotificationDownload PDF
Official WebsiteOPaL Official Site
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Important Date

  • Notification Released: 24 April 2026
  • Application Start: 24 April 2026
  • Last Date : 15 May 2026
  • Merit List Announcement: To be notified

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 24 Years
  • Age Relaxation:
    • SC/ST Candidates: 5 Years
    • OBC (NCL) Candidates: 3 Years
    • PwBD Candidates: Up to 10-15 Years
  • Note: Age calculated as on 15 May 2026.

Application Fees

  • All Categories: No Fee/-

Qualification

  • AOCP/Fitter/Electrician/IMCP: ITI Trade Certificate in respective trade.
  • HR Executive: B.B.A. Degree (Full Time).
  • Account Executive: B.Com Degree (Full Time).
  • IT Executive: Bachelor's degree in IT (Full Time).

Full Eligibility

Applicants must ensure they meet the domicile requirements and have acquired their essential qualifications in the year 2022 or later. Full-time degree holders only are eligible.

Eligibility Criteria and Domicile Requirements
Location Eligible Districts/States
Dahej / Vadodara / Ahmedabad All Districts of Gujarat
Mumbai All Districts of Maharashtra
Delhi All Districts under National Capital Region (NCR)

Salary

Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act. No accommodation or TA/DA will be provided by OPaL.

Monthly Stipend for OPaL Apprentices
Category Qualification Stipend (Per Month)
Trade Apprentice ITI (2-year duration) Rs. 10,560/-
Graduate Apprentice B.Com / B.B.A / Bachelor's in IT Rs. 12,300/-

Selection Process

The selection process is strictly based on academic performance and document verification. There is no written exam for these posts.

  • Preparation of Merit List based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
  • In case of a tie in marks, the older candidate will be preferred.
  • Document Verification of original certificates.
  • Medical Fitness examination by a Registered Medical Officer.

Post / Category Wise Vacancy

A total of 80 vacancies are available across different trades and locations. 20% of seats are reserved for specific local villages near Dahej.

Vacancy Breakdown by Trade and Location
Location Trade / Discipline Seats
Dahej AOCP, Fitter, Electrician, IMCP, HR, Account, IT 49
Vadodara HR Executive, Account Executive 17
Ahmedabad Account Executive 3
Mumbai Account Executive 3
Delhi Account Executive 3
Total All Disciplines 80

How To Apply

Candidates must apply through the official government portals for NAPS and NATS depending on their qualification.

  • Step 1: For ITI Trades (Sl 1-4), register on https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (NAPS).
  • Step 2: For Graduate Trades (Sl 5-12), register on https://nats.education.gov.in (NATS).
  • Step 3: Search for ONGC Petro additions Limited using Establishment IDs: NAPS (E03202407435) or NATS (WGJVDC110841).
  • Step 4: Fill in all details, upload documents, and submit the application before 15 May 2026.
  • Step 5: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

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FAQs

What is the last date to apply for OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit online applications is 15 May 2026.

Who is eligible to apply for these posts?

Candidates with ITI, BBA, B.Com, or Bachelor's in IT degree (Full-time) passed in 2022 or later can apply.

Is there any application fee for OPaL Apprenticeship?

No, there is no application fee for any category of candidates.

What is the stipend for Graduate Apprentices?

Graduate Apprentices (BBA/B.Com/IT) will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 12,300/-.

How will the selection be made?

Selection will be based on a merit list prepared according to marks obtained in the qualifying examination.

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