IOCL Recruitment 2025 for AQCO: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), India’s largest public sector undertaking in the oil & gas sector, announced the IOCL Recruitment 2025 to fill the position of Assistant Quality Control Officers (AQCO) – Grade A0. It is an excellent opportunity for those with the relevant qualifications and experiences (M.Sc. Chemistry + Experience) to join this Maharatna company.
You can read on to learn about the application process, eligibility criteria, selection process, salary, and important dates.
IOCL AQCO Recruitment 2025: Key Highlights
- Organization: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).
- Post: Assistant Quality Control Officer (AQCO), Grade A0.
- Total Vacancies: 97.
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry (specific disciplines) with minimum marks + 2 years of relevant experience.
- Age Limit: Max 30 years for General/EWS (relaxations apply).
- Selection Process: Computer-Based Test (CBT), Group Discussion/Group Task (GD/GT), and Personal Interview (PI).
- Application Dates: March 1, 2025, to March 21, 2025.
- Application Mode: Online via the IOCL website (iocl.com).
IOCL AQCO Vacancy 2025 & Reservation Details
IOCL announced a total of 97 vacancies for the position of assistant quality control officers.
The Vacancies by Category
| Categories | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 |
| OBC (Non Creamy Layer – NCL) | 24 |
| Economically Weaker section (EWS) | 9 |
| Total | 97 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) – Horizontal Reservation | 10 (within total) |
Eligibility Criteria for IOCL AQCO Recruitment 2025
Candidates must meet certain educational, experience, and age requirements to apply for the recruitment in 2025.
Key Details and Important Information (Corrected & Organized)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 97 |
| Post Name | Assistant Quality Control Officer (Grade A0) |
| Educational Qualification | Master’s Degree in Chemistry/equivalent (specific disciplines only, see below) |
| Minimum Marks Required (in PG) | General/OBC(NCL)/EWS: 60% SC/ST/PwBD: 55% |
| Experience Requirement | Min. 2 years post-PG qualification in relevant QC/R&D labs (Petroleum/Petrochemical/Polymer/NABL Accredited Chemical labs) |
| Age Limit (Max. as on 28-Feb-2025) | General/EWS: 30 years OBC (NCL): 33 years SC/ST: 35 years PwBD: +10 years relaxation (General), +13 (OBC-NCL), +15 (SC/ST) |
| Selection Process | 1. Computer Based Test (CBT) 2. Group Discussion/Group Task (GD/GT) 3. Personal Interview (PI) |
| CBT Exam Duration | 120 minutes (2 hours) |
| CBT Qualifying Marks (Min.) | General/OBC(NCL)/EWS: 40% SC/ST/PwBD: 35% |
| Salary Range (Pay Scale Grade A0) | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 per month (Basic Pay range) |
| Approx. Annual CTC | Approx. ₹13.25 lakh (Cost-To-Company, includes Basic, DA, HRA, Allowances, potential PRP) |
| Service Bond Requirement | Yes. Amount: ₹2 lakh (General/OBC/EWS) or ₹35,000 (SC/ST/PwBD) for 3 years. |
| Application Fee | General/OBC(NCL)/EWS: ₹600/- SC/ST/PwBD: Exempted |
| Start Date for Online Application | March 1, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | March 21, 2025 |
| Tentative CBT Exam Date | April 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Approx. 7 days before CBT |
| Tentative Interview Schedule | Approx. 6 weeks after CBT |
| Official Website | www.iocl.com (Careers/Latest Job Openings) |
| Apply Online Link | Available on official website during application period |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF (Verify Link is Current) |
About the AQCO Role
Assistant Quality Control Officers at IOCL play a vital role in ensuring the quality specifications of petroleum products, petrochemicals, and polymers. Their work involves testing samples, maintaining laboratory equipment, adhering to quality standards (like BIS and ASTM), documentation, and ensuring safety protocols are followed in the lab environment. It’s a responsible technical position within IOCL’s operations. (Similar Roles: Careers in Quality Control)
Education Qualification Details
- Candidates must have a Master’s Degree (M.Sc.) in Chemistry or equivalent disciplines from recognized Indian universities/institutes.
- Accepted disciplines include:
- ChemistryInorganic ChemistryOrganic ChemistryAnalytical ChemistryPhysical ChemistryApplied ChemistryIndustrial Chemistry
- Disciplines NOT considered equivalent: Biochemistry, Pharmacy, M.Sc. (Tech.), etc. (Refer to the notification for exact exclusions).
Minimum Marks Requirement (in M.Sc.)
- General/OBC (NCL)/EWS Candidates: Minimum 60% aggregate marks.
- SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: Minimum 55% aggregate marks.
Experience Required (Post M.Sc.)
Candidates must possess a minimum cumulative experience of at least two years after obtaining their M.Sc. degree in any of the following areas:
- I work in Quality Control (QC), Testing, and Research and Development (R&D) laboratories in petroleum refineries, petrochemical units, and polymer units.
- Experience in an NABL-accredited laboratory focusing on testing petroleum products, petrochemicals, polymers, fertilizers, or chemicals within the “chemical discipline.”
- Experience should be relevant to the job profile (handling relevant equipment, tests like ASTM/BIS methods).
Age Limit (As on 28-Feb-2025)
- Maximum age limit: 30 years for General/EWS candidates.
- Age Relaxation: OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years (Max 33 years) SC/ST: 5 years (Max 35 years) PwBD (General): 10 years (Max 40 years) PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 years (Max 43 years) PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years (Max 45 years) Other relaxations as per Govt. rules (ex-servicemen, domiciled in J&K, etc. (refer to the
- notification).
Selection Process for IOCL AQCO 2025
There will be multiple stages in the selection process for IOCL Recruitment 2025:
1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Type: Objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- Number of Questions: 135 (as per original text; verify in notification— often it’s 100 or 120).
- Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours).
- Subjects/Sections (Typical Pattern):
- Section 1: General Aptitude (Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, General Awareness, English Language)—Weightage
- Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBT:
- General/OBC(NCL)/EWS: 40% (40 out of 100 – likely means percentage, not absolute marks if total questions differ).SC/ST/PwBD: 35%.
- Negative Marking: Usually there is no negative marking in IOCL recruitment CBTs (confirmed in notification).
is not a negative mark.
2. Group Discussion (GD) / Group Task (GT)
Candidates shortlisted based on CBT marks (above the qualifying percentage and in order of merit ratio, e.g., 1:5) will be invited for GD/GT. This stage assesses communication skills, teamwork, leadership potential, and problem-solving abilities.
3. Personal Interview (PI)
Candidates qualifying for the GD/GT stage will appear for the personal interview. This final stage evaluates the candidate’s technical knowledge (discipline-related), experience relevance, behavioral competencies, and overall suitability for the AQCO role in IOCL.
Final Merit List
The final merit list is typically prepared based on combined scores from CBT, GD/GT, and PI, with specific weightages assigned to each stage as defined in the official notification. Pre-employment medical fitness is also mandatory.
Salary and Benefits for IOCL AQCO
IOCL rules dictate that selected candidates will receive a competitive salary and other benefits.
Salary Structure (Grade A0)
- Pay Scale: Rs. 40,000/- to Rs. 140,000/- per month (basic pay range in Grade A0).
- The starting basic pay will likely be Rs. 40,000/-.
- The total annual cost-to-company (CTC), including basic pay, dearness allowance (DA), house rent allowance (HRA), other allowances, and potential performance-related pay (PRP), will be approximately Rs. 13.25 lakh per annum.
Additional Benefits (As per Company Rules)
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) or Company Accommodation
- Medical Benefits (for self and dependents)
- Gratuity
- Provident Fund (PF) / Pension Schemes (as applicable)
- Performance Related Pay (PRP) – Based on company and individual performance
- Group Insurance Coverage
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC) / Leave Fare Assistance (LFA)
- Other allowances like Conveyance, Washing, Shift Allowance (if applicable)
Service Bond
Selected candidates will be required to execute a service bond to serve the corporation for a minimum period of three years from the date of joining. The bond amount is ₹200,000 for General/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates and ₹35,000 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Application Process for IOCL AQCO 2025
Candidates must apply online through the official IOCL careers portal.
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official IOCL website: www.iocl.com.
- Navigate to ‘What’s New’ > Go to ‘Recruitment of Officers’ OR ‘Indian Oil for Careers’> ‘Latest Job Openings.’
- Please locate the link for “Recruitment of Assistant Quality Control Officers” and click on it.
- Please review the detailed advertisement PDF thoroughly before applying.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link (available from March 1 to March 21, 2025).
- Register by providing basic details (name, email, and mobile number) to generate login credentials.
- Log in and fill the online application form accurately with personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents in the prescribed format and size:
- Recent Passport size photograph
- Signature
- Educational Certificates & Marksheets (10th, 12th, Graduation, Post Graduation)
- Experience Proof Certificates
- Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD – if applicable)
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) through the provided payment gateway
- General/OBC(NCL)/EWS: Rs. 600/- (Verify amount in notification)
- SC/ST/PwBD: Exempted
- Please review the completed application form carefully before submitting it.
- Submit the form online within the deadline (March 21, 2025).
- Download and take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Dates Recap
| Activity | Date / Tentative Period |
|---|---|
| Start date for online application | March 1, 2025 |
| Last date for online submission | March 21, 2025 |
| Tentative Date for CBT | April 2025 |
| Release of E-Admit Card for CBT | Approx. 7 days before CBT |
| Tentative Schedule for GD/GT & PI | Approx. 6 weeks after CBT |
Exam Centers (CBT)
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) will likely take place in major cities across India. The notification usually lists the tentative cities. Some common centers often include:
- Delhi-NCR (Including Noida, Faridabad, Gurugram, Ghaziabad)
- Mumbai / Navi Mumbai / Thane
- Kolkata / Greater Kolkata
- Chennai
- The list of other major state capitals/cities can be found in the notification.
Official Contact & Helpline
For any queries regarding the recruitment process, eligibility, or technical difficulties during application, candidates should refer to:
- Official IOCL Careers Website: https://iocl.com/latest-job-opening
- Recruitment Notification PDF: Contains detailed information and often includes contact email addresses or helpline numbers specific to the recruitment drive.
- IOCL Contact Us Page: General contact information might be available on the main IOCL website.
For further updates and details about IOCL recruitment 2025 , visit the official website: www.iocl.com
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Disclaimer: This article is based on the IOCL recruitment notification for assistant quality control officers released around March 1, 2025. All details, including vacancies, eligibility criteria, dates, salary, selection process, and fees, are subject to the official notification (linked above). Candidates must read the official notification thoroughly before applying. Dates and schedules are tentative and can be changed by IOCL. Always rely on the official IOCL website for the most accurate and updated information.
FAQs IOCL Recruitment 2025
The deadline for submitting applications is the 21st of March, 2025.
Candidates for General/OBC/EWS: 40 of 100
SC/ST/PwBD candidates: 35 of 100
Admission IOCL’s official website will make admission cards available 7 days prior to the CBT. The candidates will receive notification via SMS/email.
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