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ONGC Graduate Trainee Vacancy 2026 – Detailed Breakdown
- The total of 52 vacancies are distributed across engineering and geoscience streams, with category-wise reservation as per government norms. Check the table below for post-wise and category-wise vacancies.
- *One ST vacancy in Mechanical Engineering is reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
Educational Qualification
Age Limit (as on 31/07/2026)
Age Relaxation
- Additional age relaxation is available for PwBD and Ex-Servicemen as per government norms. Refer to the official notification for details.
How to Apply for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026
- The application process is fully online. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official website: www.ongcindia.com and go to the Career section.
- Click on the link for “ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026” (active from 17th July 2026).
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) online via debit/credit card or net banking.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Application Fee
- Direct Apply Online Link: Click Here to Apply (Link will be active from 17th July 2026)
Selection Process & Exam Pattern 2026
- The selection consists of three stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT) – 85 MCQ questions, 2 hours, no negative marking.
- Interview – 15 marks, shortlisting in 1:5 ratio based on CBT scores.
- Medical Examination – As per ONGC standards.
Exam Pattern
- Qualifying marks: 45% for General/EWS/OBC, 40% for SC/ST/PwBD. Interview qualifying marks: 60% (9/15) for General/EWS/OBC, 40% (6/15) for SC/ST/PwBD.
Syllabus
- Download the official syllabus PDF: ONGC Graduate Trainee Syllabus (Engineer & Geologist)
Salary & Benefits
- Selected candidates will be placed at the E1 Level with a pay scale of Rs. 60,000 – 1,80,000 per month. Additional perks include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Benefits, Provident Fund, Gratuity, and other allowances as per ONGC rules.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026?
- There are a total of 52 vacancies across Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Instrumentation Engineering, and Geology streams.
Q3. What is the selection process for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026?
- The selection process consists of three stages: Computer Based Test (CBT), Interview, and Medical Examination.
Q4. What is the age limit for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026?
- The maximum age limit is 26 years for General/EWS candidates in Engineering streams and 27 years for Geology, with age relaxation for reserved categories.
Q7. What is the salary for ONGC Graduate Trainee posts?
- The salary is Rs. 60,000 – 1,80,000 per month (E1 level) plus allowances.
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