Role Overview: Workpersons at Oil India Limited
Oil India Limited (OIL), a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking, is inviting applications for various workperson posts at its Field Headquarters in Duliajan. 1These positions are specifically for candidates from OIL’s production and exploration areas in the districts of Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Sivasagar, and Charaideo in Assam, and the Changlang district in Arunachal Pradesh. The roles are classified into different grades with corresponding pay scales:
- Grade-III: ₹26,600 – ₹90,000
- Grade-V: ₹32,000 – ₹1,27,000
- Grade-VII: ₹37,500 – ₹1,45,000
Key Responsibilities
The advertisement notes that these positions entail
working in shifts and involve jobs of an arduous and hazardous nature. Employees will be posted in remote and far-flung OIL installations located in the production and exploration areas of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet specific domicile, age, and qualification criteria as of the crucial date, August 18, 2025.
- Domicile/Location: Applicants must be registered in the employment exchanges within OIL’s production and exploration areas, which include several specified districts in Assam and the Changlang district in Arunachal Pradesh.
- Apprentice Eligibility: Candidates who have completed their Apprenticeship Training (Trade or Diploma) with Oil India Limited are also eligible to apply.
- Age Limit: The minimum age for all posts is 18 years. The maximum age limit varies by post and category, generally ranging from 30 to 33 years for the General category, with relaxations for SC, ST, and OBC (NCL) candidates. Age relaxation is also provided to ex-servicemen, PwBD candidates, and former OIL apprentices as per regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
The required qualifications vary significantly by post code and grade. Some examples include:
- Grade-III (e.g., Post BLR12025): Requires a Class 10 pass and a valid 2nd Class Boiler Attendant Certificate.
- Grade-V (e.g., Post TBR12025): Requires a Class 10 pass and a valid 1st Class Boiler Attendant Certificate.
- Grade-VII (e.g., Post MEC12025): Requires a Class 10 pass and a 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.
Note: Only full-time work experience acquired after obtaining the essential qualification is considered valid.
Salary Details
The positions come with competitive pay scales based on the grade:
- Grade-III: ₹26,600.00 – ₹90,000.00
- Grade-V: ₹32,000.00 – ₹1,27,000.00
- Grade-VII: ₹37,500.00 – ₹1,45,000.00
Application Process
- Mode: Applications must be submitted online only through the Oil India Limited website. No other mode will be accepted.
- Dates: The online application portal will be open from July 18, 2025 (2:00 p.m.) to August 18, 2025 (11:59 p.m.).
- Application Fee:
- General/OBC candidates must pay a non-refundable fee of ₹200 (plus GST and bank charges).
- SC/ST/EWS/Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)/Ex-Servicemen are exempted from the fee.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the “Current Openings” section on the OIL website (www.oil-india.com) and find the relevant advertisement.
- Register online to generate a unique User ID and Password.
- Fill out the application form with accurate and complete information.
- Upload all required documents, including a recent photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online through the integrated payment gateway (if applicable).
- Submit the application and keep a printout for future reference.
Selection Process
The selection methodology is based on a Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Test Structure: The 2-hour CBT will have 100% objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs) divided into three sections:
- Part A (20%): General English & General Knowledge/Awareness, with some questions about Oil India Limited.
- Part B (20%): Reasoning, Arithmetic/Numerical & Mental Ability.
- Part C (60%): Domain or Relevant Technical Knowledge based on the post’s required qualification.
- Qualifying Marks: Candidates must score a minimum of 50% (for General/OBC/EWS) or 40% (for SC/ST/PwBD) to qualify.
- Marking: There will be no negative marking.
- Final Selection: Final selection is based on merit in the CBT, subject to fulfilling all eligibility criteria and being declared medically fit.
Benefits of Working at OIL
- Probation and Confirmation: Provisionally selected candidates are appointed as ‘Probationers’ for 12 months, after which they are considered for confirmation based on satisfactory performance.
- Concessions: SC/ST/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen are exempt from application fees. Additionally, eligible SC/ST/PwBD candidates will be reimbursed for 2nd class rail/bus fare for attending the selection test.
Important Notes
- Candidates must carefully read the full advertisement before applying and ensure all information provided is correct.
- The crucial date for determining eligibility (age, qualification, etc.) is August 18, 2025.
- All required documents must be valid and uploaded during the online application process.
- Furnishing any false or incorrect information will lead to the cancellation of candidature at any stage.
- Candidates currently employed in Government/PSU roles must produce a ‘No Objection Certificate’ (NOC).
Final Thoughts
Oil India Limited encourages women candidates to apply to promote a gender-balanced workforce. The company also warns all applicants to be aware of fraudulent job offers, as OIL does not authorize any third party to offer jobs on its behalf and all official results are declared only on its website.