Indian Oil Corporation Limited: Recruitment of Assistant Quality Control Officers (Grade A0)
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a Maharatna company, stands as a leading, diversified, and integrated energy major in India. With a presence across all streams of oil, gas, petrochemicals, and alternative energy sources, IOCL has been instrumental in fueling the nation’s growth. In 2024, IOCL secured the 116th rank in the prestigious ‘Fortune 500’ list, underscoring its global prominence.
About Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Established with the vision to be ‘The Energy of India’ and ‘A Globally Admired Company,’ IOCL has consistently delivered energy solutions at the doorstep and services at a click. Empowered by high-caliber professionals, state-of-the-art technologies, and cutting-edge R&D, the corporation has achieved remarkable milestones. For the fiscal year 2023-24, IOCL sold 97.551 million tonnes of products and recorded a revenue of ₹8,66,345 crores, with a net profit of ₹39,619 crores.
Employment Notification Recruitment of Assistant Quality Control Officers – IOCL
Recruitment Overview
To fuel its future growth, IOCL is seeking experienced, energetic, and dedicated candidates with a strong academic record and rich experience for the position of Assistant Quality Control Officers (Grade A0).
Job Description
The Assistant Quality Control Officer will be responsible for ensuring the quality of products and processes within IOCL’s various divisions. This includes conducting quality assessments, implementing quality control measures, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Chemistry or equivalent disciplines from recognized Indian universities/institutes through regular full-time mode. Equivalent disciplines include Inorganic, Organic, Analytical, Physical, Applied, or Industrial Chemistry. Other branches such as Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Toxicology, Geochemistry, Pharmacology, Food Technology, etc., are not considered eligible.
- Minimum Marks: General, OBC(NCL), and EWS category candidates should have secured at least 60% marks in the qualifying degree examination. For SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, the minimum required marks are 55%.
- Experience: Candidates should possess a minimum of two years of relevant experience in a laboratory engaged in testing petroleum and petroleum products, petrochemicals, or polymers. Experience gained after the date of declaration of the final result of the qualifying degree will only be considered.
- Age Limit: The upper age limit for General and EWS category candidates is 30 years as of February 29, 2025. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per government norms.
Reservation Details
The total number of vacancies is 97, distributed as follows:
- Unreserved (UR): 45
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 13
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 6
- Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL): 24
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 9
Additionally, 10 positions are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) across various categories. Candidates applying under the PwBD category should ensure they meet the specified criteria and provide relevant documentation.
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Selection Process
The selection process comprises the following stages:
- Written Test: Candidates will undergo a written examination assessing their knowledge in relevant subjects.
- Group Discussion/Group Task: Shortlisted candidates from the written test will participate in group discussions or tasks to evaluate their communication and teamwork skills.
- Personal Interview: Final shortlisted candidates will be interviewed to assess their suitability for the role.
Final merit will be determined based on the cumulative scores of the written test, GD/GT, and personal interview.
Application Process
Interested candidates need to apply online through IOCL’s official website. The application window is open from March 1, 2025, to March 20, 2025. Applicants should ensure they have a valid email ID and mobile number for correspondence. Detailed instructions for filling out the online application form are available on the website.
Important Dates
- Start of Online Application: March 1, 2025
- Last Date for Online Application: March 20, 2025
- Availability of Admit Cards: April 10, 2025
- Written Test Date: April 25, 2025
Pay Scale and Benefits
The selected candidates will be placed in the pay scale of ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000. In addition to the basic pay, the corporation offers various allowances and benefits, including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), medical facilities, performance-related pay, and other perks as per company policy.
General Instructions
- Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
- Candidates must have an active email ID and mobile number, which should remain valid for at least one year.
- Incomplete applications or applications without relevant supporting documents will be rejected.
- Applicants employed in government/semi-government/public sector undertakings must produce a ‘No Objection Certificate’ at the time of the interview.
- Reservation and relaxation policies for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS/PwBD candidates will be as per Government of India directives.
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