IOCL Research Associate Recruitment 2026: 2 Posts, Apply Email

By ALOK KUMAR Posted: 17 Sep 2026 Verified source OPEN Last Date: 30-09-2026
Total Posts2
Last Date30-09-2026
Apply ModeEmail
Age LimitUpper age limit is 40 years
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Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL) has announced the recruitment for the position of Research Associate with a total of 2 vacancies. Interested candidates can apply via email until the last date of 30-09-2026.

IOCL Research Associate Recruitment 2026: 2 Posts, Apply Email: Overview

OrganizationIndian Oil Corporation (IOCL)
Post NameResearch Associate
Advt NoNot specified
Total Vacancies2
Application ModeEmail
Job LocationNot specified
Official Websiteiocl.com
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Important Dates

The following are the important dates related to the IOCL Research Associate Recruitment 2026.

Last date of receipt of applications30 September 2026

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

CategoryFee
AllNo application fee

Age Limit

The upper age limit for candidates applying for the Research Associate position is 40 years. Age relaxation is applicable for certain categories.

Upper Age Limit40 years
Age RelaxationSC/ST/Women – 5 years, OBC – 3 years

Vacancy Details

The vacancies for the Research Associate position are categorized as follows:

Post NameTotal Posts
Research Associate (Microbiology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology)1
Research Associate (Chemistry/Organic Chemistry/In-organic Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Physical Chemistry)1

Eligibility and Educational Qualification

To be eligible for the Research Associate positions, candidates must hold a Ph.D. in the relevant fields. Preference will be given to candidates with research experience during or after their Ph.D. in specific areas related to the biological and chemical conversion of lignin.

Post NameQualification
Research Associate (Microbiology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology)Ph.D. in Microbiology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology, with preference for candidates having research experience in biological conversion of lignin.
Research Associate (Chemistry/Organic Chemistry/In-organic Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Physical Chemistry)Ph.D. in Chemistry/Organic Chemistry/In-organic Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Physical Chemistry, with preference for candidates having research experience in chemical catalysis of lignin.

Salary and Pay Scale

The selected candidates will receive a monthly salary as per the following details.

SalaryRs. 66,960/month

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on an interview.

  1. Shortlisting of applications.
  2. Conducting interviews.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should follow these steps to apply for the Research Associate position via email.

  1. Read the official notification carefully before applying.
  2. Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
  3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
  4. Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
  5. Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
  6. Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 30-09-2026.
  7. Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are freshers eligible?

Freshers are not eligible for the Research Associate positions as preference is given to candidates with research experience during or after their Ph.D.

Can one candidate apply for more than one post?

The notification does not specify if one candidate can apply for more than one post.

What documents are needed for verification?

Candidates need to provide self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.

मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में

  • संस्था: भारतीय ऑयल कॉर्पोरेशन (IOCL)
  • पद: रिसर्च एसोसिएट
  • कुल पद: 2
  • योग्यता: पीएच.डी. (Microbiology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Chemistry)
  • आयु सीमा: 40 वर्ष
  • अंतिम तिथि: 30-09-2026
  • आवेदन कैसे करें: ईमेल द्वारा
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Source: official recruitment notification of IOCL. Last verified: 17 Sep 2026.

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Age is calculated as on today. Confirm the cut-off date in the official notification. Category relaxation applies separately.

Pay: Rs. 66,960/month

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