Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
Cut-off Date: 14 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 15 Sep 1999 to 14 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 15 Sep 1999 to 14 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 15 Sep 1996 to 14 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 15 Sep 1994 to 14 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 15 Sep 1994 to 14 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 15 Sep 1989 to 14 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 14 Sep 2026)
The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has issued an official recruitment notification for Graduate Trainee (E1 Level), announcing a total of multiple vacancies located in All India. To be eligible, applicants must hold B.E/B.Tech for Engineering; M.Sc/Postgraduate degree for Geologist and be within the prescribed age limit of As per standard ONGC recruitment rules, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of E1 Level Pay Scale. The selection procedure comprises Based on official notification standards. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 17 Jul 2026 |
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| Post Name | Graduate Trainee (E1 Level) |
|---|---|
| Qualification | B.E/B.Tech for Engineering; M.Sc/Postgraduate degree for Geologist |
| Age Limit | As per standard ONGC recruitment rules |
| Salary | E1 Level Pay Scale |
| Selection Process | Based on official notification standards |
The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has initiated the recruitment process for Graduate Trainee (GT) positions at the E1 level. This drive aims to induct fresh talent into the organization across various engineering and geoscience disciplines. Candidates selected through this process will be inducted into the Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking as entry-level officers.
| Post | Department |
|---|---|
| Graduate Trainee (GT) | Engineering |
| Graduate Trainee (GT) | Geology / Geoscience |
Applicants must adhere to the specific academic requirements mandated by ONGC for the respective streams. Candidates currently in the final stages of their degree may verify the specific notification clauses regarding result declaration deadlines before applying.
The application process is conducted exclusively through the official ONGC recruitment portal. Follow these steps to complete your submission:
Ensure that the details provided in the online form strictly match the information on your educational certificates. Mismatched details in identity or qualification documents frequently lead to rejection during the document verification stage of the selection process.
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