Last Date: 14 November 2026, 11:00 hours · Vacancies: 32 · Job Type: Regular Government Service · Fee: ₹500 + taxes (General/OBC-NCL); Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/EWS/Ex-Servicemen · Salary: ₹50,000–2,20,000 pay scale · Selection: CBT + Personal Interview / Skill Test · Location: Duliajan, Assam (transferable)
Oil India Limited, a Maharatna public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, has opened applications for 32 executive posts in Grades A, B and C. Applications run from 16:00 hours on 15 October 2026 to 11:00 hours on 14 November 2026 through the official portal. Selection is through a computer-based test followed by an interview or skill test, depending on the grade.
The posts cover research, mechanical engineering, petroleum engineering, accounts, official language and secretarial work. Most candidates will be posted at Field Headquarters, Duliajan, Assam, with transfer liability across OIL’s operational areas. The cut-off date for age, qualification and experience is 14 November 2026.
This is a regular executive cadre recruitment with one-year probation. Grade B candidates (except one post) must sign a three-year service bond.
⚠️ Application Alerts
- Applications close at 11:00 hours on 14 November 2026; late submissions are not accepted.
- The application fee is non-refundable once paid.
- Category and post preference cannot be changed after submission.
- Keep the registered email and mobile active for all communications.
- Serving government/PSU employees must produce an NOC at the interview stage.
On this page
Official Source Chain
- Official updates page: Oil India Limited Advertisement List
- Application route: Online only through the configured application portal
- Official notice: Advertisement No. HRAQ/REC-EX-B/2026-03 dated 15 October 2026
- Last checked: 15 October 2026
Who Should Apply?
- PhD in Chemistry/Geology/Chemical Engineering/Petroleum Engineering (with relevant Master’s at 60% marks) + minimum 4 years post-qualification experience → Superintending Research Scientist (CH-01) – 5 posts
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (minimum 4 years, 65% marks; excluding listed specialised branches) → Senior Officer (Mechanical) (ME-02) – 14 posts
- Master’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering/Technology (minimum 2 years, 60% marks) + Engineering degree at graduation → Senior Officer (Petroleum) (PE-03) – 4 posts
- Associate Member of ICAI or ICMAI → Senior Accounts Officer / Senior Internal Auditor (AC-04) – 6 posts
- Post Graduate Degree in Hindi + minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in official language work → Hindi Officer (Official Language) (HO-05) – 2 posts
- Graduate with 1/2-year Diploma in Secretarial Practice/Modern Office Management/Executive Assistant (or equivalent) + computer knowledge + minimum 2 years experience → Confidential Secretary (CS-06) – 1 post (PwBD backlog)
Who cannot apply: Candidates without the exact qualification nomenclature printed for the post, or without the required post-qualification experience as on 14 November 2026. Private-sector experience is acceptable only if the company has a minimum annual turnover of ₹500 crore, supported by documentary proof.
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application opens | 15 October 2026, 16:00 hours |
| Last date to apply | 14 November 2026, 11:00 hours |
| Cut-off for age, qualification and experience | 14 November 2026 |
| CBT (tentative) | 28 December 2026 |
Quick Overview – Oil India Executive Recruitment 2026
- Notification Number: HRAQ/REC-EX-B/2026-03
- Job Location: Field Headquarters, Duliajan, Assam (transferable)
- Official Website: oil-india.com
- Last Date: 14 November 2026, 11:00 hours
- Apply Online: Apply for Oil India Executive Recruitment 2026
- Notification PDF: Download Oil India Executive Recruitment 2026 PDF
- Sector: Oil and gas exploration and production
What Posts Are Available? – Oil India Vacancy & Eligibility 2026
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superintending Research Scientist (CH-01) | 5 (UR 3, OBC-NCL 1, SC 1) | Ph.D. + relevant Master’s (60%) + 4 years’ experience | ₹80,000–2,20,000 (Grade C) |
| Senior Officer (Mechanical) (ME-02) | 14 (UR 7, OBC-NCL 3, SC 2, ST 1, EWS 1) | B.E./B.Tech Mechanical (4 years, 65%) | ₹60,000–1,80,000 (Grade B) |
| Senior Officer (Petroleum) (PE-03) | 4 (UR 3, OBC-NCL 1) | Master’s Petroleum Engg/Tech (2 years, 60%) + Engg degree | ₹60,000–1,80,000 (Grade B) |
| Senior Accounts Officer / Senior Internal Auditor (AC-04) | 6 (UR 4, OBC-NCL 1, SC 1) | Associate Member ICAI/ICMAI | ₹60,000–1,80,000 (Grade B) |
| Hindi Officer (Official Language) (HO-05) | 2 (UR 1, OBC-NCL 1) | Postgraduate in Hindi + 3 years’ experience | ₹50,000–1,60,000 (Grade A) |
| Confidential Secretary (CS-06) | 1 (PwBD backlog) | Graduate + Diploma in Secretarial Practice + 2 years’ experience | ₹50,000–1,60,000 (Grade A) |
Total: 32 posts. Numbers are provisional and may vary. No category-wise reservation breakup beyond the printed splits is given for further horizontal quotas.
Age limits (as on 14 November 2026): Upper age is printed post-wise and already includes category relaxations. Superintending Research Scientist: UR 37, OBC-NCL 40, SC 42. Senior Officer (Mechanical): UR 27, OBC-NCL 30, SC/ST 32, EWS 27. Other posts follow the printed upper ages in the tables (UR 29 or 37, depending on the post). Maximum age after all relaxations is 54 years for internal candidates and certain PwBD/Ex-Servicemen categories as per company policy. Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
✅ Eligible example: A UR candidate born on 15 November 1989 is 36 years old as on 14 November 2026 and eligible for Superintending Research Scientist.
❌ Not eligible example: A UR candidate born on 14 November 1988 is 38 years old as on 14 November 2026 and exceeds the 37-year limit for that post.
What Is the Salary? – Oil India Executive Recruitment 2026
Pay scales are on the IDA pattern:
| Grade | Pay Scale | Approximate Gross at Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| Grade C | ₹80,000–2,20,000 | ₹1,50,000 |
| Grade B | ₹60,000–1,80,000 | ₹1,20,000 |
| Grade A | ₹50,000–1,60,000 | ₹90,000 |
Benefits include DA, HRA or company accommodation, medical facilities, PF, gratuity and loans, as per company rules. The notice prints the approximate gross figures above. Actual in-hand depends on DA rate, posting city and deductions. Use our PSU Pay Calculator (IDA Pattern) for an indicative estimate.
What Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | ₹500 + applicable taxes |
| SC / ST / PwBD / EWS / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Pay online through the SBI e-Pay Lite gateway when submitting the application.
How to Apply?
- Visit the Oil India advertisement list and open the application link for Advertisement No. HRAQ/REC-EX-B/2026-03.
- Register with a valid email and mobile number; receive OTP and Application Sequence Number.
- Fill in personal, educational, experience and post preference details.
- Upload a photograph (100–200 KB, jpg/jpeg) and signature as per instructions. Use our Photo & Signature Resizer if needed.
- Pay the fee (if applicable) and submit. Save the confirmation.
Applications open only online. No offline mode is accepted. Submit well before 11:00 hours on 14 November 2026 to avoid server congestion.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Uploading a photograph outside the 100–200 KB size or in the wrong format.
- Claiming experience without the mandatory supporting documents (pay slips, appointment letter, roles document and any two of the listed proofs).
- Applying for a post without the exact qualification nomenclature printed in the advertisement.
- Waiting until the last hour; the portal closes at 11:00 hours.
- Serving employees failing to arrange NOC for the interview stage.
অইল ইণ্ডিয়া ডুলিয়াজান এক্সিকিউটিভ নিযুক্তি ২০২৬ – ৩২ পদৰ বাবে অনলাইন আবেদন
অইল ইণ্ডিয়া লিমিটেডে ডুলিয়াজানত ৩২টা এক্সিকিউটিভ পদৰ বাবে নিযুক্তি ঘোষণা কৰিছে। আবেদন ১৫ অক্টোবৰ ২০২৬ৰ ১৬:০০ বজাৰ পৰা ১৪ নৱেম্বৰ ২০২৬ৰ ১১:০০ বজালৈকে খোলা।
কোন আবেদন কৰিব পাৰে?
পিএইচডি ধাৰক (কেমিষ্ট্ৰী/জিঅ’লজী/কেমিকেল/পেট্ৰ’লিয়াম ইঞ্জিনিয়াৰিং) আৰু ৪ বছৰ অভিজ্ঞতা থকা প্ৰাৰ্থীয়ে ছুপাৰইন্টেণ্ডিং ৰিচাৰ্চ ছাইণ্টিষ্ট পদৰ বাবে আবেদন কৰিব পাৰে। মেকানিকেল ইঞ্জিনিয়াৰিংত ৬৫% নম্বৰ থকা স্নাতকসকলে ছিনিয়ৰ অফিচাৰ (মেকানিকেল) পদৰ বাবে যোগ্য।
দৰমহা আৰু নিৰ্বাচন
গ্ৰেড অনুসৰি দৰমহা ₹৫০,০০০–₹২,২০,০০০। নিৰ্বাচন CBT আৰু সাক্ষাৎকাৰ বা দক্ষতা পৰীক্ষাৰ জৰিয়তে হ’ব।
আবেদন কেনেকৈ কৰিব?
অফিচিয়েল ৱেবছাইট oil-india.comৰ জৰিয়তে অনলাইন আবেদন কৰক। শেষ তাৰিখ ১৪ নৱেম্বৰ ২০২৬।
How Are Candidates Selected?
For Superintending Research Scientist and Grade B posts (Tables I and II): Computer Based Test (100 marks, 1 hour 30 minutes) followed by Personal Interview (15 marks). Final Score = (CBT marks × 0.85) + PI marks. CBT qualifying marks: 50/100 for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS; 40/100 for SC/ST/PwBD. Shortlist ratio for interview is 1:5.
For Grade A posts (Hindi Officer and Confidential Secretary): Computer-Based Test followed by Proficiency/Skill Test. Final merit is based on CBT marks; the skill test is qualifying.
CBT is tentatively scheduled for 28 December 2026. Negative marking is not mentioned in the advertisement. For the General Awareness component, revise with our daily Current Affairs digest.
No physical standards are specified in this notification.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst’s Take
This recruitment offers direct entry into a Maharatna upstream oil and gas PSU at executive grades with IDA pay scales and company benefits. It differs from many other PSU drives because the research scientist post requires a PhD plus relevant experience, while the mechanical and petroleum posts demand specific engineering degrees and percentages.
Best fit: Candidates with the exact printed qualifications and the required post-qualification experience who are ready for field posting in Assam and possible transfers.
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Who should skip: Candidates whose degree nomenclature does not match the advertisement exactly, or those unwilling to serve a three-year bond on Grade B posts (except AC-04).
Practical tip: Prepare the full set of experience documents (appointment letter, roles and responsibilities letter, and two of the listed proofs) before starting the form; incomplete experience proof leads to rejection at any stage.
What Documents Are Required?
- Matriculation certificate for date of birth.
- Degree/diploma certificates and marksheets matching the exact nomenclature.
- Experience documents: appointment/offer letter, latest pay slip, and any two of (identity card, increment letter, promotion/transfer order, PF statement). A separate employer document detailing roles and responsibilities is mandatory.
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD) in the prescribed format, if applicable.
- Photograph and signature as specified.
- NOC for serving government/PSU employees (to be produced at interview).
What Happens After Selection?
- Document verification and medical examination.
- Offer of appointment on probation for one year.
- Execution of service bond (Grade B posts except AC-04) for three years.
- Confirmation in writing after successful completion of probation.
- Posting primarily at Duliajan, Assam, with transfer liability.
Contact & Helpline
Help Desk Phone: 9513253397 (Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM). Technical queries can also be raised through the Helpdesk tab on the application portal after logging in.
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Important Links – Oil India Executive Recruitment 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Oil India Limited |
| Notification PDF | Download Oil India Executive Recruitment 2026 PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply for Oil India Executive Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement List | Oil India Advertisement List |
FAQs – Oil India Executive Recruitment 2026
What is the last date to apply for Oil India Executive Recruitment 2026?
A: 14 November 2026 at 11:00 hours. The notice sets this as the last date; no extension has been announced as of 15 October 2026.
What is the age limit for Oil India Executive posts?
A: Upper age limit varies by post as of 14 November 2026. Superintending Research Scientist: UR 37 years, OBC-NCL 40, SC 42. Senior Officer (Mechanical): UR 27, OBC-NCL 30, SC/ST 32, EWS 27. Other posts have their own printed limits. Age is calculated as on 14 November 2026.
Is there an exam for Oil India Executive Recruitment, or is it interview-based?
A: Yes, there is a Computer Based Test of 100 marks lasting 1 hour 30 minutes. For Grade B and C posts, it is followed by a Personal Interview of 15 marks. For Grade A posts, a proficiency/skill test follows the CBT.
What is the salary of Oil India Executive posts?
A: Grade C: ₹80,000–2,20,000; Grade B: ₹60,000–1,80,000; Grade A: ₹50,000–1,60,000. Approximate gross at the minimum of the scale is ₹1,50,000, ₹1,20,000 and ₹90,000 respectively, as printed in the notice.
Can final-year students or result-awaited candidates apply for Oil India 2026?
A: No. The qualification must have been attained by the cut-off date of 14 November 2026. The advertisement does not permit result-awaited candidates.
Is Oil India Executive a permanent government job?
A: This is advertised as a regular executive cadre post in a Maharatna PSU. Appointments are on one-year probation and confirmed under company service rules. The notice itself does not use the phrase “permanent government job.”
Can candidates from other states apply for Oil India recruitment?
A: The notice invites applications from Indian nationals. It does not state a domicile or residence condition. Apply under the eligibility conditions and confirm with the company if unsure.
Where will I be posted if I get selected for Oil India Executive?
A: Primarily at Field Headquarters, Duliajan, Assam. Posts carry transfer liability to other OIL operational areas.
What should I know before applying?
A: Here’s the catch — Grade B candidates (except Post Code AC-04) must execute a three-year service bond from the date of joining. The fee is non-refundable, and incomplete experience documents can lead to rejection at any stage.
Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check
- You meet the age and educational criteria as on 14 November 2026.
- You are comfortable with regular executive service in a Maharatna PSU with one-year probation and possible three-year bond.
- You can arrange all required documents, including detailed experience proofs, before document verification.
- You are prepared for the Computer Based Test as the first stage.
- You understand the posting pattern (primarily Duliajan, Assam, transferable) and are willing to serve at the allotted location(s).
📄 Primary source: Oil India Limited official notification PDF, released 15 October 2026. Recruitment facts above are drawn from that notification; any practical tips, illustrative estimates or supplementary official-source information are labelled separately where they appear.
