Oil India Recruitment 2026 Out for 32 Grade A, B & C Executive Posts, Apply Online by 14 November
Oil India Limited (OIL), a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking, has released the Oil India Recruitment 2026 notification under Advertisement No. HRAQ/REC-EX-B/2026-03, dated 15 October 2026, for 32 Executive cadre posts in Grade A, Grade B and Grade C. The posts are Superintending Research Scientist (Grade C), Senior Officer (Mechanical), Senior Officer (Petroleum), Senior Accounts Officer / Senior Internal Auditor (Grade B), Hindi Officer (Official Language) and Confidential Secretary (Grade A). The online application started on 15 October 2026 (4:00 PM), and the last date to apply is 14 November 2026 (11:00 AM).
The Oil India Grade B Senior Officer Mechanical post has the most vacancies (14), open to B.E./B.Tech Mechanical graduates with 65% marks and no prior experience. The pay ranges from Rs. 50,000–1,60,000 (Grade A) to Rs. 80,000–2,20,000 (Grade C), with approximate gross monthly pay of Rs. 90,000 to Rs. 1,50,000. The Computer Based Test (CBT) is tentatively scheduled for 28 December 2026, and selected candidates will mainly be posted at Field Headquarters, Duliajan, Assam. Engineering graduates can also check the NPCC Recruitment 2026 and the ARCI Recruitment 2026. This article covers the OIL India Executive vacancy 2026, salary, qualification, age limit, fee, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus and how to apply, all taken from the official advertisement.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruitment: Oil India Grade A, B & C Executive Recruitment 2026
➤ Advertisement No.: HRAQ/REC-EX-B/2026-03, dated 15.10.2026
➤ Total posts: 32
➤ Grades: Grade A (3 posts), Grade B (24 posts), Grade C (5 posts)
➤ Pay scale: Rs. 50,000 – 2,20,000 (IDA)
➤ Gross pay (approx.): Rs. 90,000 (A), Rs. 1,20,000 (B), Rs. 1,50,000 (C)
➤ Apply online: 15 October to 14 November 2026 (11:00 AM)
➤ Fee: Rs. 500 + taxes (General/OBC); Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/EWS/ExSM
➤ CBT date: 28 December 2026 (tentative)
➤ Cut-off date: 14 November 2026
➤ Posting: Mainly Duliajan, Assam
➤ Official website: oil-india.com
Table of Contents
- Important Dates
- Oil India Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Post-wise Vacancy
- Category-wise Vacancy
- Salary and Pay Scale
- Educational Qualification and Experience
- Age Limit and Relaxation
- Application Fee
- Selection Process
- CBT Exam Pattern and Syllabus
- Service Bond and Posting
- How to Apply
- FAQs
- Important Links
Oil India Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The Oil India Grade A, B, C recruitment online application opened at 4:00 PM on 15 October 2026. The last date is 14 November 2026 at 11:00 AM (server time), so apply before the last morning. The important dates are given below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement released | 15 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 15 October 2026 (16:00 hours) |
| Last date to apply online | 14 November 2026 (11:00 hours) |
| Cut-off date for age, qualification and experience | 14 November 2026 |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | 28 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Admit card | Exact CBT date will be given with admit card |
Oil India Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Oil India Executive recruitment 2026 is for permanent posts in a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. The key details are summarised below.
| Organisation | Oil India Limited (OIL), a Maharatna PSU |
| Advertisement No. | HRAQ/REC-EX-B/2026-03 |
| Cadre | Executive – Grade A, Grade B, Grade C |
| Total posts | 32 |
| Pay scale | Rs. 50,000 – Rs. 2,20,000 (IDA pattern) |
| Selection | CBT + Personal Interview (Grade B & C) / CBT + Skill Test (Grade A) |
| CBT date | 28 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Probation | 1 year |
| Job location | Field HQ Duliajan, Assam (transferable) |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Official website | oil-india.com |
Oil India Vacancy 2026 Post-wise
The Oil India vacancy 2026 has 32 posts across 6 post codes. Grade B has the most vacancies (24). The post-wise OIL India Executive vacancy is given below.
| Post Code | Post Name | Grade | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| CH-01 | Superintending Research Scientist | Grade C | 5 |
| ME-02 | Senior Officer (Mechanical) | Grade B | 14 |
| PE-03 | Senior Officer (Petroleum) | Grade B | 4 |
| AC-04 | Senior Accounts Officer / Senior Internal Auditor | Grade B | 6 |
| HO-05 | Hindi Officer (Official Language) | Grade A | 2 |
| CS-06 | Confidential Secretary | Grade A | 1 |
| Total | 32 | ||
Oil India Recruitment 2026 Category-wise Vacancy
The Oil India category-wise vacancy 2026 is given below. The Confidential Secretary post is a PwBD backlog vacancy, and one vacancy in Grade B is reserved for PwBD candidates.
| Post Code | UR | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | EWS | PwBD (Backlog) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CH-01 | 3 | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 5 |
| ME-02 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | – | 14 |
| PE-03 | 3 | 1 | – | – | – | – | 4 |
| AC-04 | 4 | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 6 |
| HO-05 | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – | 2 |
| CS-06 | – | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 18 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 32 |
Oil India Salary 2026 and Pay Scale
The Oil India salary 2026 follows the IDA pay scale with Industrial DA, HRA or company accommodation, free medical benefits, PF, gratuity and loans. The grade-wise OIL India pay scale is given below.
| Grade | Posts | Pay Scale (IDA) | Approx. Gross Pay at Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade C (E5) | Superintending Research Scientist | Rs. 80,000 – 2,20,000 | Around Rs. 1,50,000 |
| Grade B | Senior Officer (Mech/Petroleum), Sr. Accounts Officer / Sr. Internal Auditor | Rs. 60,000 – 1,80,000 | Around Rs. 1,20,000 |
| Grade A (E2) | Hindi Officer, Confidential Secretary | Rs. 50,000 – 1,60,000 | Around Rs. 90,000 |
Grade B Senior Officers (except AC-04) will be appointed under the "Scheme for Induction Level Engineers/Officers on Probation" with a starting basic pay of Rs. 60,000.
Oil India Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification and Experience
The Oil India eligibility criteria differ for each post. Grade B posts need no experience, while Grade A and Grade C posts need post-qualification experience. The qualification and experience are counted as on 14 November 2026.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Superintending Research Scientist (CH-01) | Ph.D. in Chemistry / Geology / Chemical Engineering / Petroleum Engineering with the relevant 2-year Master's degree (60% marks) | 4 years in R&D, technology development or applied engineering in oil & gas, energy, chemicals or materials |
| Senior Officer (Mechanical) (ME-02) | 4-year B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 65% marks (Automation, Automobile, Industrial, Power, Manufacturing, Production, Mechatronics, Mining, Marine, Robotics etc. not accepted) | Not required |
| Senior Officer (Petroleum) (PE-03) | 2-year Master's in Petroleum Engineering/Technology with 60% marks, with Engineering at graduation level | Not required |
| Sr. Accounts Officer / Sr. Internal Auditor (AC-04) | Associate Member of ICAI / ICMAI (membership certificate mandatory) | Not required |
| Hindi Officer (Official Language) (HO-05) | Post Graduate degree in Hindi | 3 years in official language implementation, promotion, translation etc. |
| Confidential Secretary (CS-06) | Graduate with 1/2-year Diploma in Secretarial Practice / Modern Office Management / Executive Assistant or equivalent, with computer knowledge | 2 years in secretarial functions (shorthand and transcription proficiency needed) |
Note: Candidates already working in Government/PSUs must have at least 2 years' service in the next lower pay scale. Private sector experience is counted only from companies with an annual turnover of Rs. 500 crore or more.
Oil India Age Limit 2026 and Relaxation
The Oil India age limit 2026 is calculated as on 14 November 2026. The upper age limits below already include category relaxation. The post-wise and category-wise maximum age is given below.
| Post Code | UR / EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC / ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| CH-01 (Grade C) | 37 | 40 | 42 |
| ME-02 (Grade B) | 27 | 30 | 32 |
| PE-03 (Grade B) | 29 | 32 | – |
| AC-04 (Grade B) | 29 | 32 | 34 |
| HO-05 (Grade A) | 29 | 32 | – |
| CS-06 (Grade A) | 37 | 40 | 42 |
Additional age relaxation:
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- Domiciled in J&K from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989: 5 years
- PwBD: As per Government directives
- Ph.D. in relevant discipline: 3 years (Grade B and Grade A posts)
- Internal OIL candidates: up to 54 years
- Maximum age after all relaxations: 54 years
Oil India Application Fee 2026
The Oil India application fee 2026 is non-refundable and must be paid online through the SBI e-Pay Lite gateway. The fee details are given below.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 500 + applicable taxes |
| SC / ST / PwBD / EWS / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
Oil India Selection Process 2026
The Oil India selection process is different for Grade B/C and Grade A posts. For Grade C and Grade B posts (CH-01, ME-02, PE-03, AC-04), selection is through a CBT and a Personal Interview, as shown below.
| Phase | Test | Total Marks | Weightage in Final Score | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I | Computer Based Test (CBT) | 100 | 85 | 50 (UR/OBC/EWS), 40 (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Phase II | Personal Interview | 15 | 15 | No qualifying marks |
Final Score = (CBT marks out of 100 × 0.85) + Interview marks out of 15. Candidates will be called for interview in a 1:5 ratio.
For Grade A posts (HO-05 and CS-06), selection is through a CBT and a qualifying Proficiency/Skill Test. The final merit list is based only on CBT marks.
| Phase | Test | Total Marks | Weightage | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I | Computer Based Test (CBT) | 100 | 100 (final merit) | 50 (UR/OBC), 40 (PwBD) |
| Phase II | Proficiency / Skill Test | 100 | Qualifying only | 50 |
The skill test is Shorthand & Transcription for Confidential Secretary, and Translation, Essay Writing, Computer Application and Bilingual Typing for Hindi Officer. Candidates will be shortlisted for the skill test in a 1:2 ratio. Candidates called for interview or skill test will get AC-II tier train fare (or economy air fare within the Northeast and up to Kolkata).
Oil India CBT Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026
The Oil India CBT exam pattern is the same for all post codes: 100 marks in 1 hour 30 minutes, divided into two sections. The OIL India exam pattern and post-wise syllabus topics are given below.
| Section | Subjects | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Section I | General English, Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude | 40 |
| Section II | Subject knowledge of the concerned post | 60 |
| Total (Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes) | 100 | |
Main syllabus topics for Section II, post-wise:
| Post Code | Key Syllabus Topics |
|---|---|
| CH-01 | Research methodology & innovation, engineering & energy technologies (CCUS, hydrogen, energy storage), digitalization, upstream oil & gas operations, mathematics & modelling |
| ME-02 | Theory of machines, machine design, vibrations, strength of materials, manufacturing & tool operations, metrology, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, turbomachinery, heat transfer, IC engines, CAD/CAM |
| PE-03 | Petroleum geology, well logging, drilling technology, reservoir engineering, natural gas engineering, production technology, oil & gas field development, HSE, well servicing, petroleum geoscience |
| AC-04 | Financial accounting, cost & management accounting, direct tax laws (Income Tax Act 1961), indirect taxes, auditing, company law |
| HO-05 | Official language policy, Hindi literature & grammar, Devanagari script, Hindi–English translation, technical terminology, IT tools for Hindi, English grammar |
| CS-06 | Secretarial practice, office management, communication, computer knowledge and related topics |
The full syllabus PDF is available in the Important Links section below.
Oil India Service Bond and Posting
Selected Grade B candidates (except AC-04) must sign a bond to serve the company for at least 3 years from the date of joining. All selected candidates will serve a 1-year probation. Vacancies are mainly for Field Headquarters, Duliajan, Assam, but candidates may be posted at any operational area or office of Oil India. Appointment is subject to a Pre-Employment Medical Examination (PEME).
How to Apply for Oil India Recruitment 2026
The Oil India apply online process has two steps: registration and filling in the application. Follow the steps below.
- Visit oil-india.com (Career section) or use the direct apply link below.
- Step I – Registration: Enter personal and contact details, verify the OTPs sent to your mobile and e-mail, and submit. You will receive an Application Sequence Number (User ID) and password.
- Step II – Log in and click "Go To Application". Fill in personal, additional, communication, qualification and experience details.
- Upload your photo (100–200 KB, 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, white background) and signature (80–150 KB, black ink), both in JPG/JPEG format.
- Preview and submit the form. Once submitted, it cannot be edited.
- Pay Rs. 500 + taxes through the SBI e-Pay Lite gateway (if applicable).
- Print and save your application form before 14 November 2026 (11:00 AM).
For technical help, contact the helpdesk at 9513253397 (Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 5 PM).
Oil India Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many posts are there in Oil India Recruitment 2026?
There are 32 Executive posts in Grade A, B and C under Advt. No. HRAQ/REC-EX-B/2026-03.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Oil India Recruitment 2026?
The last date is 14 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Q3. What is the Oil India Senior Officer salary?
Grade B pay scale is Rs. 60,000 – 1,80,000, with approximate gross pay of Rs. 1,20,000 per month.
Q4. Is experience required for Oil India Senior Officer (Mechanical)?
No. A 4-year B.E./B.Tech Mechanical degree with 65% marks is enough.
Q5. When is the Oil India CBT exam 2026?
The CBT is tentatively scheduled for 28 December 2026.
Q6. Where will selected candidates be posted?
Mainly at Field Headquarters, Duliajan, Assam, but posting can be at any operational area or office of Oil India.
Oil India Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Oil India Grade A, B, C Apply Online (till 14.11.2026, 11:00 AM) | Apply Online |
| Oil India Detailed Advertisement PDF | Download Notification |
| Oil India Executive CBT Syllabus PDF | Check Executive Syllabus |
| Oil India Official Website | oil-india.com |
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