ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 52 Geologists & Engineers Posts, Apply Now

The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has released the ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advertisement No. 2/2026 (R&P)) inviting online applications for 52 Graduate Trainee (E1 Level) posts in Engineering and Geology disciplines. The recruitment will be conducted through a Computer Based Test (CBT)followed by Interview and Medical Fitness Examination.

Eligible candidates possessing the required Engineering Graduate or Postgraduate qualification can apply online through the official ONGC Careers Portal from 17 July 2026 to 31 July 2026. Interested candidates are advised to read the complete notification carefully before submitting the online application form.

Key Dates to Remember:

Form Fee Details:

Note: The registration fee excludes convenience charges, GST, and bank transaction charges. The application fee is non-refundable.

Payment Mode

Candidates can pay the application fee through any of the following online modes:

• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• UPI
• Net Banking
• Internet Banking
• Other Online Payment Methods

ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026: Age Limit

Engineering Streams (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical & Instrumentation)

• Maximum Age (UR/EWS): 26 Years

Geology Stream

• Maximum Age (UR/EWS): 27 Years

Age Calculation Date: 31 July 2026 (Last Date of Application)

Age Relaxation

Age Limit Details

Candidates should fulfill the prescribed age criteria as on the closing date of online application. Age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates according to Government of India and ONGC recruitment rules.

Vacancy Details

Total Posts: 52

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following qualifications from a recognized University/Institute with minimum 60% marks.

Important Qualification Details

• Qualifications must be recognized by AICTE, UGC, AIU or other competent statutory authorities.
• Distance Learning or Part-Time qualifications are accepted only if recognized by the competent authority.
• Candidates must have acquired the required qualification on or before the last date of application.
• Equivalent qualifications will not be accepted unless specifically mentioned in the official notification.
• Candidates having CGPA/OGPA must submit a university-issued conversion certificate during document verification.

Other Eligibility Details

• Candidates can apply for only one Engineering/Academic Stream.
• Applicants must possess all educational qualifications before the last date of application.
• Government/PSU employees must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) during document verification.
• Reservation for PwBD candidates will be applicable as per Government guidelines.
• Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India or abroad.

Salary Details

Selected candidates will be appointed at E1 Level.

Additional Benefits

Selected candidates will also receive:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA) / Company Accommodation
• Cafeteria Allowance
• Contributory Provident Fund (CPF)
• Medical Facilities
• Performance Related Pay (PRP)
• Gratuity
• Leave Encashment
• Post Retirement Benefits
• Social Security Benefits
• Other allowances as per ONGC Rules

Selection Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
2. Interview
3. Medical Fitness Examination

Final Selection Weightage

There will be no negative marking in the CBT.

CBT Exam Pattern

CBT Highlights

• Mode of Examination: Online
• Duration: 2 Hours
• Type: Objective (MCQ)
• Negative Marking: No
• Normalization Applicable: Yes (if multiple shifts are conducted)

CBT Exam Centres

The CBT is expected to be conducted in the following cities:

• Delhi NCR
• Kolkata
• Mumbai
• Chennai
• Ahmedabad
• Hyderabad
• Guwahati
• Jaipur
• Udaipur
• Mohali
• Nagpur
• Bhopal
• Bengaluru
• Ernakulam
• Raipur
• Surat
• Lucknow
• Visakhapatnam
• Bhubaneswar

Simple Steps to Apply Online for ONGC Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official ONGC website.
2. Register using your valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Complete the online registration process.
4. Fill in all personal, educational and communication details carefully.
5. Select the appropriate Engineering or Academic Stream.
6. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
7. Pay the application fee through online mode, if applicable.
8. Verify all details before final submission.
9. Submit the application form.
10. Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.

Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification carefully before submitting the online application form.

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