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| Recruiting authority | ONGC Petro additions Limited (OPaL) |
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| Last successful check | 12 Nov 2026 |
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| Last date | 15 May 2026 |
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- Updated April 27, 2026 11:19 AM
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- Applications closed on 15 May 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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- The latest ONGC Petro additions Limited (OPaL) Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Apprentice (Various Trades / Disciplines) posts! Published on 24 April 2026 at OPaL opalindia.in, this new recruitment drive offers 80 openings for eligible candidates. Applicants within the 18 to 24 years age group (as on 15 May 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories) and possessing ITI Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) or full-time Degree (B.B.A./B.Com/Bachelor’s in IT) can apply online from 24 April 2026 to 15 May 2026. Find all details about the OPaL Apprentice new vacancy 2026, including eligibility, online form, and notification PDF here.
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OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
- A total of 80 tentative apprenticeship seats have been announced across 12 trades/disciplines at 5 work centre locations.
- Location-wise and Trade/Discipline-wise Vacancy Breakup
- Domicile / District Eligibility (Annexure-1)
OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 24 years, both calculated as on 15.05.2026. In other words, the date of birth of the candidate must fall between 15.05.2002 and 15.05.2008 (inclusive) for General category candidates.
OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
- The official notification does not mention any application fee for OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Online registration on both the NAPS Portal (https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and the NATS Portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) is free of cost. Candidates are advised to apply only through the official portals using OPaL's Establishment IDs as specified in the notification. Do not use any third-party website or agent for applying. NAPS Establishment ID for OPaL is E03202407435 and NATS Establishment ID is WGJVDC110841. Hard copy applications sent by post or courier will not be accepted under any circumstances.
OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
How to Apply for OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- The application process is entirely online - no hard copy applications by post or courier will be accepted. Before applying, candidates must verify that they meet the eligibility criteria including qualification, age, and domicile/district conditions as per Annexure-1. ITI trade candidates (Sl. No. 1–4 at Dahej) must apply through the NAPS Portal, and Degree candidates (Sl. No. 5–12 at all locations) must apply through the NATS Portal, using OPaL's respective Establishment IDs. Candidates may apply for only one trade/discipline and one location - multiple applications will result in OPaL allocating one centre/trade at its sole discretion. Candidates must ensure their email ID and mobile number are active and correct, as all communication will be through the registered email ID.
- For ITI Trades (Sl. No. 1–4, NAPS): Login to https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in → Apply with OPaL's NAPS Establishment ID: E03202407435 from 24.04.2026.
- For Degree Positions (Sl. No. 5–12, NATS): Login to https://nats.education.gov.in → Apply with OPaL's NATS Establishment ID: WGJVDC110841 from 24.04.2026.
- Check domicile/district eligibility as per Annexure-1 before applying for a specific location.
- Apply for only one trade/discipline and one location.
- Last date for application: 15.05.2026.
- No hard copy / postal / courier applications will be accepted.
- For queries: [email protected] | Phone: 02641-667929
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Apply for only ONE trade/discipline and ONE location - multiple applications will be merged at OPaL's discretion.
- Qualification must be full-time and acquired in 2022 or later - Distance/Part-time/Correspondence not accepted.
- Wireman trade certificate is NOT acceptable for the Electrician trade vacancy.
- Aadhaar-linked bank account and PAN Card are mandatory for stipend payment at joining.
- No accommodation, TA, DA, or boarding expenses will be provided.
- No canvassing - will result in immediate rejection of candidature.
- Hard copy / postal / courier applications will NOT be accepted.
- 20% seats reserved for Ambetha and Suva village residents (Vagra Taluka).
- OPaL reserves the right to cancel the process at any stage without prior intimation.
- Regularly visit https://opalindia.in, NAPS, and NATS portals for all updates.
OPaL Apprentice Important Links
- Apply Online – NAPS Portal (ITI Trades): https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Apply Online – NATS Portal (Degree Positions): https://nats.education.gov.in
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Q1. What is the total number of vacancies and which trades/disciplines are available in OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- A total of 80 tentative apprenticeship seats have been announced across 12 trades/disciplines at 5 work centre locations. The trades include AOCP (18 posts), Fitter (8 posts), Electrician (8 posts), IMCP (6 posts), HR Executive (10 posts across Dahej and Vadodara), Account Executive (26 posts across Dahej, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and Delhi), and IT Executive (4 posts at Vadodara). The positions are distributed across Dahej, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and Delhi work centres.
Q3. What is the age limit for OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 24 years as on 15.05.2026, meaning the date of birth must fall between 15.05.2002 and 15.05.2008 for General category candidates. Age relaxation is provided as per government norms: OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates get 3 years relaxation (up to 27 years), SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation (up to 29 years), and PwBD candidates receive additional relaxation of 10-15 years depending on their category.
Q4. What are the educational qualification requirements for OPaL Apprentice positions?
- For ITI trades (AOCP, Fitter, Electrician, IMCP), candidates must possess a Trade Certificate from NCVT/SCVT/SBTE-recognised ITI in the respective trade. For degree positions, HR Executive requires B.B.A. degree, Account Executive requires B.Com degree, and IT Executive requires Bachelor's degree in IT, all from UGC/AICTE-recognised institutions. The qualification must be full-time (Distance Learning, Part-time, and Correspondence are not accepted) and must have been acquired in 2022 or later. Additionally, Wireman trade certificate is NOT acceptable for the Electrician trade vacancy.
Q6. Is there any application fee for OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- No, there is no application fee for OPaL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Online registration on both the NAPS Portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and the NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in) is completely free of cost. Candidates are advised to apply only through the official portals using OPaL's Establishment IDs and not use any third-party website or agent for applying.
Q7. What is the domicile/district eligibility criterion for OPaL recruitment?
- Candidates must be residents (domiciled) of, or have obtained their qualification from, eligible districts as per Annexure-1 of the notification. For Dahej, Vadodara, and Ahmedabad work centres, candidates must be from all districts of Gujarat; for Mumbai work centre, from all districts of Maharashtra; and for Delhi work centre, from all districts under the National Capital Region (NCR). This domicile condition is mandatory and will be verified during document verification.
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