The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has announced ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026 for the posts of Engineers & Geologists Graduate Trainee under Advt. No. 2/2026 (R&P) . Eligible B.E or B.Tech and M.Sc and M.Tech can apply online. A total of 52 vacancies declared in this process. Online registration process starts from 17 July 2026 to 31 July 2026. Selection of candidates will be through Computer Based Test, Interview and Medical Test.
Official Notification: Candidates can visit here official notification
ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026 Overview
ONGC, India’s largest public sector enterprise has released notification to receuit Engineers & Geologists Graduate Trainee. Vacancies across five streams are Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, and Geology declared . Around 52 vacancies out in this recruitment. Last date of application is 31 July 2026.
Post Name: Graduate Trainee (Engineers & Geologists)
Organization Name: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
Job Level: E1 Executive Level
Required Qualification:Bachelor’s degree in the relevant Engineering discipline (B.E or B.Tech) or Master’s degree in Geology or the relevant qualifications required.
Application Mode: Online only
Selection Process: CBT, Personal Interview, Medical Test
Application Start Date: 17 July 2026
Last Date to Apply: 31 July 2026
Official Website: https://ongcindia.com
Important Dates For ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Date | To be Notified |
| Exam Date | To be Notified |
Vacancy Details for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026
There are vacancies across five disciplines announced such as Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, and Geology. All total 52 vacancies declared for above declared posts.
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 27 |
| Petroleum Engineering | 9 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 2 |
| Chemical Engineering | 10 |
| Geology | 4 |
| Total | 52 |
Eligibility Criteria for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026
Age limit and educational qualifications are must be satisfied as prescribed in notifications.
Educational Qualification
• Petroleum Engineering: BE/B.Tech in Petroleum Engineering with at least 60% marks required.
• Chemical Engineering: BE/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering with minimum 60% marks.
• Mechanical Engineering: BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 60% marks needed.
• Instrumentation Engineering: BE/B.Tech in Instrumentation Engineering with required minimum marks is 60%
• Geology: M.Sc or M.Tech in Petroleum Geology with at least 60% marks.
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Age Limit for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment
| Category | All Engineering Streams (Except Geology) | Geology |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 26 Years | 27 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 29 Years | 30 Years |
| SC / ST | 31 Years | 32 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 36 Years | 37 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 39 Years | 40 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 41 Years | 42 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 31 Years | 32 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable for reserved categories. Candidates must provide age relaxation supporting documents while interview.
Category Wise Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (General/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per government rules |
| ONGC Departmental Candidates | As per ONGC rules |
Application Fee for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment
Application fee is needed to pay through online via available payment modes such as debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. There is no charges for SC, ST, PwBD candidates. For General (Unreserved), OBC (NCL), EWS candidates need to pay ₹1,000/- online.
ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment Selection Process
ONGC selection process includes Computer-Based Test, Personal Interview and Medical Examination.
1. Computer-Based Test
Online Computer-Based Test will be there with MCQ type questions from General Awareness, Aptitude Test, English Language and concerned Engineering subjects. Online Test contains total of 85 numbers within duration of 120 minutes. No negative marking is applicable.
2. Personal Interview
CBT exam qualify candidates will be called for Interviews round.
3. Medical Examination
Medical Examination will be conducted as per ONGC rules.
Documents Required for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026
• Matriculation Certificates and marksheet.
• All degree certificates of all semesters.
• Color passport-size photographs.
• Scanned signature in JPG or JPEG format.
• Aadhaar Card, PAN Card or any other identity proof.
• Contact number with email ID.
Salary Structure For E1 Executive Level Trainee Recruitment 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed at post of E1 Executive Level. Starting basic pay is Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 180,000. Additional allowances and benefits are also included: Dearness Allowance (DA), Company Accommodation, Contributory Provident Fund (CPF), Medical Facilities for self and eligible dependents, Performance Related Pay (PRP) and other benefits as per ONGC rules. Check detailed information from official notification.
How to Apply for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026
Visit the official ONGC website at www.ongcindia.com. On Careers or Recruitment section, click “ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026”. Register yourself and fill your name, and personal, educational details. Upload required documents. General, EWS and OBC candidates pay the fee online. Check all details and save. Submit the application and print a hardcopy.
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ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Applications last date for applying is 31 July 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
There are 52 vacancies announced
Q3. What is the qualification required?
Required qualifications are B.E or B.Tech for Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Instrumentation Engineering. M.Sc or M.Tech for Geology.
Q5. Is there any negative marking on CBT Test?
There is no negative marking at online test.