Oil India Limited Executive Recruitment 2026 — 10 Vacancies

About This Job

Oil India Limited (OIL), a Maharatna PSU, is hiring 10 executive officers in Grade D/E/F across six specialised roles. If you have a Postgraduate degree or B.Tech/M.Tech in the relevant field with at least 9 years of post-qualification experience, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 28 June 2026. Pay scale ranges from Rs. 90,000 to Rs. 2,60,000 per month with gross emoluments around Rs. 1,70,000-2,00,000 per month.

Oil India Limited Executive Cadre Recruitment 2026 - 10 Posts

Oil India Limited has released Advertisement No. HRAQ/REC-EX-B/2026-01 dated 28/05/2026 for recruitment to 10 executive positions in Grade D, E, or F. The vacancies cover Deputy Chief Chemist, Deputy Chief Geologist, Deputy Chief Engineer (Reservoir), Deputy Chief Geophysicist, Deputy Chief Engineer (Safety & Environment), and Economist. Selection is through Personal Interview only — no written exam. Postings will primarily be at Field Headquarters, Duliajan (Assam), but candidates can be posted anywhere in India.

Vacancy Breakdown

Total: 10 posts. One vacancy is reserved for PwBD candidates.

Who Can Apply?

Deputy Chief Chemist (CHEM-01)

• Postgraduate Degree in Chemistry (minimum 2 years) with at least 60% marks and must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at graduation level.
• Minimum 9 years of post-qualification experience as a Chemist (in Drilling/Workover Operations) or as a Drilling Fluid Specialist.

Deputy Chief Geologist (GEO-02)

• Postgraduate Degree in Geology/Applied Geology (minimum 2 years) with at least 60% marks and must have studied Mathematics at graduation level.
• Minimum 9 years of experience as a Geologist or in line functional work.

Deputy Chief Engineer - Reservoir (RES-03)

• Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Engineering (minimum 4 years) with at least 65% marks, OR
• Master's Degree in Petroleum Engineering/Petroleum Technology (minimum 2 years) with at least 60% marks along with Bachelor's in Engineering (any discipline, 4 years).
• Minimum 9 years of experience as a Reservoir Engineer or in line functional work.

Deputy Chief Geophysicist (GEOP-04)

• Postgraduate Degree in Geophysics/Applied Geophysics/Exploration Geophysics (minimum 2 years) with at least 60% marks.
• Minimum 9 years of experience as a Geophysicist or in line functional work.

Deputy Chief Engineer - Safety & Environment (S&E-05)

• Bachelor's Degree in Fire & Safety Engineering/Fire Engineering (minimum 4 years) with at least 65% marks, OR
• Master's Degree/Diploma in Industrial Safety or Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) (minimum 2 years) with at least 60% marks plus Bachelor's in Engineering (4 years).
• Minimum 9 years of experience in HSE matters.

Economist (ECO-06)

• Postgraduate Degree in Economics or Business Economics with at least 60% marks.
• Post-qualification experience: 9 years for Grade D, 13 years for Grade E, 17 years for Grade F.

Candidates working in private sector must be employed in a company with minimum annual turnover of Rs. 500 Crores.

Age Limit

• Maximum age as on 28/06/2026:
• Deputy Chief Chemist, Geologist, Geophysicist: 39 years (with 2-year PG relaxation)
• Deputy Chief Engineer (Reservoir): 37/39 years
• Deputy Chief Engineer (S&E): UR-37/39, OBC(NCL)-40/42, SC-42/44 years
• Economist Grade D: 39 years; Grade E: 44 years; Grade F: 49 years
• Age Relaxation: J&K domicile (1980-1989): 5 years; Ex-Servicemen: 5 years; PhD holders: 3 years; PwBD: as per Government of India directives.
• Internal OIL candidates: upper age limit 54 years.
• Maximum upper age limit after all relaxations: 54 years.

Salary

• Grade D: Rs. 90,000 - Rs. 2,40,000 per month (IDA pay scale, starting basic Rs. 90,000)
• Grade E/F (Economist): Rs. 1,00,000 - Rs. 2,60,000 per month (starting basic Rs. 1,00,000)
• Approximate gross emoluments: Rs. 1,70,000 per month in Grade D and Rs. 2,00,000 per month in Grade E/F.
• Other benefits include HRA or Company leased/self-lease accommodation, free medical benefits for self and dependents, Gratuity, PF, House Building Loan, Vehicle Loan, Group Insurance, and Industrial DA.
• Post-Retirement Medical Benefits (PRMB) for those who superannuate from OIL after 20 years of service.

Selection Process

Selection is through Personal Interview only — there is no written exam:

1. Shortlisting: Based on eligibility criteria, qualifications, and experience.
2. Personal Interview (PI): Final selection is based solely on marks obtained in the Personal Interview.
3. Document Verification: Original certificates, experience proofs, and other documents verified.
4. Pre-Employment Medical Examination (PEME): At OIL Hospital, Duliajan or empanelled hospital.

Candidates from Grade D/E will be reimbursed AC-II Tier rail fare (base fare). For travel within Northeast and up to Kolkata, economy air fare will be reimbursed. Grade F candidates get economy air fare reimbursed.

How to Apply

1. Go to the Oil India website at oil-india.com/advertisement-list.
2. Click on the link under "Advertisement for Recruitment of Officers in Grade D/E/F in OIL".
3. Select the post you want to apply for and register with valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
4. Verify OTP and note your Application Number.
5. Fill in personal details, address, qualification, eligibility, and experience details.
6. Upload scanned passport-size photograph, signature, and required certificates (jpg/jpeg/PNG/PDF, max 5 MB each).
7. Review and click Submit. You will get a confirmation message.

Government/PSU/Autonomous Body employees must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of Personal Interview. You can apply for more than one post by submitting separate applications.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: 28 May 2026
• Online Application Opening: 28 May 2026, 14:00 hrs
• Last Date to Apply Online: 28 June 2026, 23:59 hrs
• Cut-off Date for Age, Experience, Qualification: 28 June 2026
• Personal Interview Date: To be announced (via email)

• Handle technical operations in your domain — drilling fluids, geological studies, reservoir characterisation, geophysical interpretation, HSE management, or economic analysis
• Lead exploration, development, and production activities in upstream Oil & Gas operations
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and regulatory bodies
• Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance with DGMS, OISD, PNGRB, PESO, CPCB, SPCB and other authorities
• Monitor field operations including drilling, workover, well kick management, and reservoir performance
• Apply industry-standard software (Petrel, ECLIPSE, Kingdom Suite, CMG) and modern analytical tools
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders including government ministries and partners
• Drive ESG, sustainability, biodiversity, and CSR initiatives across operational practices