The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has officially released the ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advertisement No. 2/2026) for 52 Graduate Trainee (E1 Level) vacancies. The recruitment drive invites online applications from eligible Engineering and Geology graduates for various executive-level positions across India.

The online registration process starts on 17 July 2026 and will remain open until 31 July 2026. Candidates looking for a prestigious PSU career with an attractive salary package should not miss this opportunity.

ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particular	Details
Organization	Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)
Advertisement No.	2/2026
Post Name	Graduate Trainee (E1 Level)
Vacancies	52
Job Location	Across India
Application Mode	Online
Registration Starts	17 July 2026
Last Date	31 July 2026
Official Website	https://www.ongcindia.com

ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	July 2026
Online Application Starts	17 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	31 July 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	31 July 2026
CBT/Interview	To be Announced

ONGC E1 Level Vacancy Details 2026

The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has announced 52 Graduate Trainee (E1 Level) vacancies across five engineering and geology disciplines. The stream-wise vacancy distribution is provided below.

S. No.	Stream	Total Vacancies
1	Petroleum Engineering	9
2	Mechanical Engineering	27
3	Chemical Engineering	10
4	Instrumentation Engineering	2
5	Geology	4
Grand Total		52

Important Notes

A carried-forward SC vacancy is included in the Mechanical Engineering stream from a previous recruitment advertisement.
Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) will be provided according to the Government of India guidelines. The eligible benchmark disabilities for each discipline are specified in the official notification.
Candidates possessing a B.E./B.Tech in Petroleum Engineering are eligible to compete for all 9 Petroleum Engineering vacancies.
Candidates with a qualification in Applied Petroleum Engineering are eligible for 7 out of the 9 Petroleum Engineering vacancies, specifically under the following categories:
- UR: 3 Posts
- OBC: 2 Posts
- SC: 1 Post
- EWS: 1 Post

Candidates are advised to carefully check the discipline-specific eligibility criteria and reservation details mentioned in the official ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026 notification before submitting their online application.

ONGC Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for the ONGC Graduate Trainee (E1 Level) Recruitment 2026 must meet the prescribed educational qualifications and age criteria. The eligibility requirements vary according to the discipline applied for. Candidates should ensure that they satisfy all conditions before submitting their online application.

ONGC Educational Qualification 2026 (Stream-Wise)

Stream	Essential Qualification
Petroleum Engineering	Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering with at least 60% marks, OR Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Petroleum Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks.
Mechanical Engineering	Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks.
Chemical Engineering	Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering with at least 60% marks.
Instrumentation Engineering	Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks.
Geology	Postgraduate Degree in Geology (minimum 60%) OR M.Sc./M.Tech in Petroleum Geoscience, Petroleum Geology, or Geological Technology with at least 60% marks.

Important Qualification Guidelines

Educational qualifications must be recognized by the appropriate statutory authorities such as UGC, AICTE, AIU, or other competent regulatory bodies.
Distance Learning and Part-Time degrees will be accepted only if they are recognized by the relevant statutory authority.
The qualifications mentioned in the notification are mandatory, and equivalent qualifications will not be accepted. For example, AMIE is not considered equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering for this recruitment.
Candidates who have obtained grades in CGPA, OGPA, CPI, DGPA, or letter grading systems must convert them into percentage as per their university’s official conversion formula and produce a valid conversion certificate during document verification.
Applicants must have completed and obtained the required educational qualification on or before the last date of online application.
Candidates holding a B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Sciences and Technology are not eligible for the Chemical Engineering stream.

ONGC Age Limit 2026 (As on the Last Date of Application)

Category	Engineering Streams (1–4)	Geology Stream (5)
Unreserved (UR) / EWS	26 Years	27 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	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 (UR/EWS)	31 Years	32 Years
Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL)	31 Years	32 Years
Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST)	31 Years	32 Years

Age Relaxation

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
SC/ST Candidates: 5 years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): As per Government of India rules.
Ex-Servicemen: Age relaxation will be provided according to the Government of India guidelines.
Departmental Candidates: Eligible for age relaxation as per their respective category, along with additional relaxation equivalent to the period of service rendered in ONGC, subject to the conditions specified in the official notification.

Note: The age limit will be calculated as on the closing date of online application. Candidates should ensure they satisfy the age criteria for their respective category before applying.

This eligibility information is crucial for candidates seeking to apply for the ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026, and all applicants are advised to verify the detailed conditions in the official notification before completing the application process.

Application Fee

Category	Registration Charges
GEN/OBC/EWS	₹1000/-*
SC/ST/PwBD	No charges

Candidates should check the official notification for complete fee details.

ONGC Graduate Trainee Salary 2026

Selected candidates will be appointed at E1 Executive Level.

Pay Scale

₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000

Along with the basic pay, employees will receive:

Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Medical Benefits
Provident Fund
Gratuity
Performance Related Pay (PRP)
Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
Other PSU Benefits

The overall annual CTC is highly competitive for entry-level PSU executives.

ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The ONGC Graduate Trainee (E1 Level) Recruitment 2026 selection process is designed to assess candidates’ technical knowledge, communication skills, and overall suitability for executive-level positions. Eligible candidates will have to qualify through the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)

Candidates will first appear for a Computer Based Test (CBT). The examination will evaluate candidates on technical knowledge related to their respective engineering or geology discipline, along with other prescribed subjects. Only candidates who secure the required qualifying marks will be shortlisted for the next stage.

2. Personal Interview

Candidates shortlisted after the CBT will be invited for a Personal Interview. During the interview, ONGC will assess:

Technical and subject knowledge
Problem-solving and analytical ability
Communication and interpersonal skills
Leadership qualities and professional attitude
Suitability for the Graduate Trainee (E1 Level) role

Performance in the interview will play a significant role in the final merit list.

3. Document Verification

Candidates who qualify the interview must produce original documents for verification, including:

Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
Valid identity proof
Date of birth proof
Category/EWS/PwBD certificate (if applicable)
CGPA-to-percentage conversion certificate (if applicable)
Experience certificate (if required)

Any discrepancy or failure to produce the required documents may result in cancellation of candidature.

4. Medical Examination

Finally, candidates must undergo a pre-employment medical examination conducted as per ONGC’s medical fitness standards. Only candidates declared medically fit will receive the final appointment offer.

Final Selection

The final selection will be based on the candidate’s performance in the prescribed selection stages, successful document verification, and medical fitness, subject to meeting all eligibility conditions and reservation rules specified by ONGC

Required Documents

Applicants should keep the following documents ready:

Recent Passport Size Photograph
Signature
Educational Certificates
Mark Sheets
Valid ID Proof
Category Certificate (if applicable)
PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Experience Certificate (if required)

How to Apply for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps:

Visit the official ONGC website.
Open the Careers section.
Click on Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026.
Complete the registration process.
Fill the online application form carefully.
Upload all required documents.
Pay the application fee (if applicable).
Verify all entered information.
Submit the application.
Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Why Join ONGC?

Working with ONGC offers several advantages:

Maharatna PSU Status
Attractive Salary Package
Excellent Career Growth
Job Security
Medical Facilities
Pension & Retirement Benefits
National-Level Projects
Professional Training Opportunities

ONGC Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights

Organization: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited
Advertisement No.: 2/2026
Total Posts: 52
Post: Graduate Trainee (E1)
Application Mode: Online
Registration Starts: 17 July 2026
Last Date: 31 July 2026
Salary: ₹60,000–₹1,80,000
Selection: CBT/Shortlisting, Interview, Document Verification & Medical Examination

ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Particular	Link
Apply Online	Click Here (Active from 17 July 2026)
Official Detailed Notification (PDF)	Click Here
Official Website	https://www.ongcindia.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are available in ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026?

A total of 52 Graduate Trainee (E1 Level) vacancies have been announced.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?

The last date for submitting the online application is 31 July 2026.

Q3. What is the salary of an ONGC Graduate Trainee?

Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹60,000–₹1,80,000, along with various allowances and benefits.

Q4. Which posts are available?

The recruitment includes Geologist and various Engineering disciplines at the E1 Executive Level.

Q5. What is the mode of application?

The application process is completely online through the official ONGC recruitment portal.