ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Registration deadline for 2,623 posts extended, apply online by November 17

The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited ( ONGC ) has officially announced the recruitment of 2,623 apprentices under the Apprentices Act for 2025. Candidates with qualifications ranging from 10th class to Bachelor’s degrees in relevant fields can apply. The online application process, originally set to close earlier, has been extended till 17th November 2025, giving aspirants additional time to submit applications.

Selected candidates will undergo a merit-based selection, followed by document verification and medical examination. Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend ranging from ₹8,200 to ₹12,300, depending on their trade and educational qualifications. This recruitment spans multiple trades and sectors across India.
ONGC region-wise vacancy distributionThe ONGC recruitment drive is for vacancies across multiple regions in the country. Check region-wise distribution of ONGC vacancies below:

How to apply for ONGC Apprentice recruitment 2025 Candidates interested in the ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2025 can apply online only. The application process differs depending on the trade you are applying for.

Visit the Official Portals:

• For trades 1 to 29, applicants should visit the NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
  
• For trades 30 to 39, candidates must apply via the NATS (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) portal at nats.education.gov.in.
  

Register yourself:

• Create a new account on the respective portal using a valid email ID and mobile number.
  
• Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and contact information carefully.
  

Select trade and work centre:

• Choose the trade you are eligible for based on your qualification.
  
• Select only one work centre in a single sector, as multiple applications are not allowed.
  

Upload documents:

• Upload scanned copies of educational certificates, age proof, caste/category certificate (if applicable), and a government-issued ID.
  
• Ensure all documents are legible and correct to avoid rejection.
  

Submit application:

• Review all details carefully before submission.
  
• Click on the Submit button to complete your application.
  
• After submission, candidates should download or print the application form for future reference.
  

Application deadline:

• The last date to apply online is November 17, 2025. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Selection processThe selection of candidates for the ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2025 will be primarily merit-based, determined by the marks obtained in the respective qualifying examinations. After the initial shortlisting, a merit list will be published online for each trade and sector, allowing candidates to check their status.

Shortlisted candidates will then be required to undergo document verification, where they must present all original certificates, including educational qualifications, age proof, and category certificates if applicable.

Finally, candidates who clear the document verification stage will be subjected to a medical examination, and only those deemed medically fit will be offered apprenticeship positions. This ensures that the selected candidates meet both the academic and physical requirements of the apprenticeship program.