OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 80 Trade, Graduate Apprentices Posts

OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 80 Vacancies

ONGC Petro additions Limited (OPaL) has announced a recruitment drive for 80 Apprentice positions across various trades and disciplines. This is a great opportunity for ITI and Graduate candidates to gain valuable experience in a leading petrochemical company.

Key Details:

• Organization: ONGC Petro additions Limited (OPaL)
• Parent Company: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)
• Post Name: Apprentice (Various Trades / Disciplines)
• Total Seats: 80 (Tentative)
• Training Duration: One Year under Apprentices Act, 1961
• Application Mode: Online only
• Work Centres / Locations: Dahej, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi

Important Dates:

• Advertisement Issue Date: 24.04.2026
• Opening of Online Application Portal: 24.04.2026
• Last Date to Apply: 15.05.2026
• Age Cut-off Date: 15.05.2026

Vacancy Details:

A total of 80 tentative apprenticeship seats are available across 12 trades/disciplines at 5 work centre locations. The breakdown is as follows:

Eligibility Criteria:

• Nationality: Indian
• Qualification for ITI Trades: Trade Certificate in AOCP, Fitter, Electrician, or IMCP from NCVT/SCVT/SBTE-recognised ITI.
• Qualification for Degree Positions: Full-time Degree (B.B.A. / B.Com / Bachelor's in IT) from UGC/AICTE-recognised institution.
• Qualification Year: Must have been acquired in 2022 or later.
• Age Limit: 18 to 24 years as on 15.05.2026 (Relaxation for reserved categories).
• Previous Apprenticeship: Not eligible if already completed or undergoing apprenticeship.
• Work Experience: Not eligible if having 1 year or more of experience post-qualification.
• Domicile/District: Must be a resident of eligible districts as per Annexure-1.

Age Limit:

• General/EWS (UR): 24 years (DOB: 15.05.2002 – 15.05.2008)
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 27 years
• SC/ST: 29 years
• Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories.

Application Fee:

NIL (No application fee)

Stipend & Benefits:

• Trade Apprentice (ITI): Rs. 10,560/- per month
• Graduate Apprentice (Degree): Rs. 12,300/- per month
• PPE provided. Accommodation, TA/DA, and boarding expenses are NOT provided.

Selection Process:

1. Online Registration & Application
2. Merit-based Shortlisting
3. Document Verification
4. Medical Fitness

How to Apply:

Candidates must apply online through the NAPS Portal (for ITI trades) or NATS Portal (for Degree positions) using the provided Establishment IDs. Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying. Apply for only one trade/discipline and one location.

Apply Online (NAPS Portal - ITI Trades): https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in

Apply Online (NATS Portal - Degree Positions): https://nats.education.gov.in