Oil India Limited — Research, Mechanical, Petroleum, Accounts, Official Language, Secretarial
The Oil India Limited has issued an official recruitment notification for Superintending Research Scientist, Senior Officer, Hindi Officer, Confidential Secretary, announcing a total of 32 vacancies located in Assam. The online application window opens on 15 October 2026 and closes on 14 November 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Post Graduate, Ph.D., Master's Degree, Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, ICAI/ICMAI membership, or Graduation with Diploma (Post-wise experience required) and be within the prescribed age limit of 27 to 37 Years (UR, Post-wise); Relaxations Applicable, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of ₹50,000 – ₹2,20,000 (Grade-wise). The selection procedure comprises Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Personal Interview or Proficiency / Skill Test depending on the grade and post.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 15 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
14 Nov 2026
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| Fee Payment Deadline | 14 Nov 2026 |
| Exam Date | 28 Dec 2026 |
| Post Name |
💼 Superintending Research Scientist
💼 Senior Officer
💼 Hindi Officer
💼 Confidential Secretary
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|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 32 |
| Qualification | Post Graduate, Ph.D., Master's Degree, Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, ICAI/ICMAI membership, or Graduation with Diploma (Post-wise experience required) |
| Age Limit | 27 to 37 Years (UR, Post-wise); Relaxations Applicable |
| Salary | ₹50,000 – ₹2,20,000 (Grade-wise) |
| Application Fee |
General: ₹500
OBC: ₹500
EWS: ₹0
SC: ₹0
ST: ₹0
fee_exempted: No
payment_mode: Online via SBI e-Pay Lite Payment Gateway
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| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Personal Interview or Proficiency / Skill Test depending on the grade and post. |
| Post / Designation | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superintending Research Scientist | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | - | 5 |
| Senior Officer (Mechanical) | 7 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | 14 |
| Senior Officer (Petroleum) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 4 |
| Senior Accounts Officer / Senior Internal Auditor | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | - | 6 |
| Hindi Officer (Official Language) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 2 |
| Confidential Secretary | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 1 |
| Consolidated Total | 18 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 32 |
₹50,000 – ₹2,20,000 (Grade-wise) plus industrial DA and benefits
Cut-off Date: As on 14 November 2026 — Candidates must be between 27 to 37 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) | 27 yrs | 37 yrs | — | 15 Nov 1989 to 14 Nov 1999 |
| EWS | 27 yrs | 37 yrs | — | 15 Nov 1989 to 14 Nov 1999 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 27 yrs | 40 yrs | +3 yrs | 15 Nov 1986 to 14 Nov 1999 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 27 yrs | 42 yrs | +5 yrs | 15 Nov 1984 to 14 Nov 1999 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 27 yrs | 42 yrs | +5 yrs | 15 Nov 1984 to 14 Nov 1999 |
| PwD (General) | 27 yrs | 47 yrs | +10 yrs | 15 Nov 1979 to 14 Nov 1999 |
Prescribed Age: 27–37 Years (As on As on 14 November 2026)
Official Prescribed Pay: ₹50,000 – ₹2,20,000 (Grade-wise)
Oil India Limited, a premier Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, has officially released advertisement number HRAQ/REC-EX-B/2026-03 for high-caliber professionals. This recruitment drive invites online applications for 32 vacancies spanning diverse disciplines including research, mechanical engineering, petroleum engineering, finance, official language, and secretarial services. Candidates seeking prestigious central government careers can look forward to contributing to India's energy sector while securing a permanent Group A officer position based primarily in Duliajan, Assam.
| Post Name & Code | Grade | Pay Scale | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superintending Research Scientist [CH-01] | Grade: C | ₹ 80000-220000 | 05 |
| Senior Officer (Mechanical) [ME-02] | Grade: B | ₹60000-180000 | 14 |
| Senior Officer (Petroleum) [PE-03] | Grade: B | ₹60000-180000 | 04 |
| Senior Accounts Officer / Senior Internal Auditor [AC-04] | Grade: B | ₹60000-180000 | 06 |
| Hindi Officer (Official Language) [HO-05] | Grade: A | ₹50000-160000 | 02 |
| Confidential Secretary [CS-06] | Grade: A | ₹50000-160000 | 01 |
| Post Name | UR | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superintending Research Scientist [CH-01] | 03 | 01 | 01 | - | - | 05 |
| Senior Officer (Mechanical) [ME-02] | 07 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 14 |
| Senior Officer (Petroleum) [PE-03] | 03 | 01 | - | - | - | 04 |
| Senior Accounts Officer / Senior Internal Auditor [AC-04] | 04 | 01 | 01 | - | - | 06 |
| Hindi Officer (Official Language) [HO-05] | 01 | 01 | - | - | - | 02 |
| Confidential Secretary [CS-06] | - | - | - | - | - | 01 (PwBD-01 Backlog) |
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Superintending Research Scientist [CH-01] | Ph.D. in Chemistry with M.Sc. in Chemistry (min. 2 years duration, 60% marks) OR Ph.D. in Geology with Master's Degree in Geology/Applied Geology (min. 2 years duration, 60% marks) OR Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering with Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering (min. 2 years duration, 60% marks) OR Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering with Master's Degree in Petroleum Engineering (min. 2 years duration, 60% marks); AND Minimum 04 years of Post Qualification Relevant Work Experience. |
| Senior Officer (Mechanical) [ME-02] | Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering of minimum 04 years duration with minimum 65% marks (Excluding Automation / Automobile / Industrial / Power / Manufacturing / Production / Mechatronics / Mining / Marine / Robotics Engineering etc.). |
| Senior Officer (Petroleum) [PE-03] | Masters degree in Petroleum Engineering / Technology of minimum 02 years duration with minimum 60% marks and having Engineering at Graduation level. |
| Senior Accounts Officer / Senior Internal Auditor [AC-04] | Associate Member of ICAI / ICMAI. |
| Hindi Officer (Official Language) [HO-05] | Post Graduate Degree in Hindi AND Minimum 03 years of Post Qualification Relevant Work Experience. |
| Confidential Secretary [CS-06] | Graduate with 01/02 years Diploma in Secretarial Practice OR Modern Office Management / Secretarial Practice OR Executive Assistant Diploma OR equivalent with knowledge of computer application; AND Minimum 02 years post qualification experience. |
| Post Name | Upper Age Limit (UR / General / EWS) | OBC (NCL) | SC / ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superintending Research Scientist [CH-01] | 37 Years | 40 Years | 42 Years (SC) |
| Senior Officer (Mechanical) [ME-02] | 27 Years | 30 Years | 32 Years (SC/ST) |
| Senior Officer (Petroleum) [PE-03] | 29 Years | 32 Years | - |
| Senior Accounts Officer / Senior Internal Auditor [AC-04] | 29 Years | 32 Years | 34 Years (SC) |
| Hindi Officer (Official Language) [HO-05] | 29 Years | 32 Years | - |
| Confidential Secretary [CS-06] | 37 Years (GEN/EWS) | 40 Years | 42 Years (SC/ST) |
| Post Name & Grade | Pay Scale (INR) |
|---|---|
| Superintending Research Scientist [Grade: C] | ₹ 80000 - 220000 |
| Senior Officer (Mechanical) [Grade: B] | ₹ 60000 - 180000 |
| Senior Officer (Petroleum) [Grade: B] | ₹ 60000 - 180000 |
| Senior Accounts Officer / Senior Internal Auditor [Grade: B] | ₹ 60000 - 180000 |
| Hindi Officer (Official Language) [Grade: A] | ₹ 50000 - 160000 |
| Confidential Secretary [Grade: A] | ₹ 50000 - 160000 |
In addition to this major executive opening, qualified aspirants can also check more Graduate jobs in Assam or review the Oil India Contractual Warden (Female) Walk-in 2026 recruitment details for alternative opportunities within the organization. Qualified professionals who meet the stringent academic and experience requirements will find this notification an exceptional gateway to long-term career growth.
The 32 vacancies are distributed across Grade A, B, and C positions. Each post carries specific educational benchmarks, qualification tiers, and mandatory post-qualification work experience ranging from 2 to 4 years.
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superintending Research Scientist | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Senior Officer (Mechanical) | 7 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| Senior Officer (Petroleum) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Senior Accounts Officer / Senior Internal Auditor | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Hindi Officer (Official Language) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Confidential Secretary | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Eligible candidates must possess a Ph.D., Post Graduate Degree, Master's Degree, Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, ICAI/ICMAI membership, or Graduation paired with a Secretarial or Office Management Diploma depending on the targeted position. Applicants should also explore all latest Assam Government Jobs to discover other active openings across the region.
The upper age limits for General and EWS candidates range between 27 to 37 years depending on the specific post, calculated as of the crucial cutoff date of 14 November 2026. Government directives govern permissible age relaxations for reserved categories.
Selected officers will be placed in permanent employment under Grade A, B, and C with a pay scale ranging between ₹50,000 to ₹2,20,000. Along with the basic entry pay of ₹50,000, employees receive industrial Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and comprehensive medical and corporate perks. The gross monthly salary is estimated around ₹90,000 with an in-hand compensation of approximately ₹80,000.
The selection methodology is structured in multiple tiers to evaluate technical competence, aptitude, and professional suitability:
Candidates submitting their candidature must pay the requisite fee through the online SBI e-Pay Lite Payment Gateway. Fee exemptions apply to specific categories:
Interested applicants must follow a systematic procedure on the official portal to complete their submissions successfully before the deadline of 14 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Keep the following digital and physical documents ready prior to initiating your online application form:
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