ONGC Recruitment 2026 – 52 E1 Posts

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Post Update: 28 July 2026

ONGC Recruitment 2026 – 52 Geologist and Engineer E1 Posts

ONGC Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited for 52 Geologist and Engineer posts at E1 level through a Computer Based Test. Eligible candidates can submit the online application from 17 July to 31 July 2026. Applicants should read Advertisement No. 2/2026 (R&P) carefully before applying.

ONGC Recruitment 2026 Online Form

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited | Advertisement No. 2/2026 (R&P)

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Latest Update

Online registration is open and will close on 31 July 2026 at 11:59 PM. The Computer Based Test is tentatively scheduled for 6 September 2026.

ONGC Recruitment 2026 Overview

Recruitment AuthorityOil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)
Post LevelE1 Level
Post NamesGeologists and Engineers
Advertisement Number2/2026 (R&P)
Total Vacancies52 Posts
Application ModeOnline
Selection MethodCBT, Personal Interview and Medical Fitness
Job LocationAnywhere in India or abroad, as decided by ONGC
Official Websiteongcindia.com

Important Dates

  • Online application start: 17 July 2026
  • Last date to apply: 31 July 2026, 11:59 PM
  • Last date for fee payment: 31 July 2026
  • Application editing closes: 31 July 2026
  • Last date to print application: 15 August 2026
  • CBT date: 6 September 2026 (Tentative)
  • Admit card: Not Announced

Application Fee

  • General, OBC and EWS: ₹1,000
  • SC, ST and PwBD: No fee
  • Payment mode: Online
  • Convenience fee, bank commission and GST are extra where applicable.
  • The registration fee is non-refundable.

Age Limit as on 31 July 2026

CategoryEngineering StreamsGeology Stream
Unreserved / EWS26 Years27 Years
OBC (NCL)29 Years30 Years
SC / ST31 Years32 Years
PwBD – General / EWS36 Years37 Years
PwBD – OBC (NCL)39 Years40 Years
PwBD – SC / ST41 Years42 Years
Ex-Servicemen31 Years32 Years

Departmental candidates will receive relaxation according to their category and further relaxation to the extent of service rendered in ONGC.

Total Posts

52

ONGC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

StreamUROBCSCSTEWSTotal
Petroleum Engineering422019
Mechanical Engineering12651327
Chemical Engineering4410110
Instrumentation Engineering200002
Geology201104
Grand Total241292552

Educational Qualification

StreamRequired Qualification
Petroleum EngineeringGraduate degree in Petroleum Engineering with at least 60% marks, or Graduate degree in Applied Petroleum Engineering with at least 60% marks.
Mechanical EngineeringGraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 60% marks.
Chemical EngineeringGraduate degree in Chemical Engineering with at least 60% marks.
Instrumentation EngineeringGraduate degree in Instrumentation Engineering with at least 60% marks.
GeologyPostgraduate degree in Geology, or M.Sc./M.Tech. in Petroleum Geoscience, or M.Sc./M.Tech. in Petroleum Geology, or M.Tech. in Geological Technology, with at least 60% marks.
  • The required qualification must be acquired on or before the last date of application.
  • Recognised distance-learning or part-time qualifications may be accepted when recognised by the relevant statutory body.
  • AMIE will not be accepted where a graduate engineering degree is prescribed.
  • BE/B.Tech. in Chemical Sciences and Technology is not acceptable for the Chemical Engineering stream.
  • A candidate can apply for only one academic or engineering stream.

ONGC E1 Salary and Benefits

  • Basic pay scale: ₹60,000–₹1,80,000
  • Approximate compensation package: ₹26 lakh CTC
  • Annual increment: 3%
  • Allowances under cafeteria approach: 35% of basic pay
  • Other benefits include DA, HRA or company accommodation, provident fund, conveyance maintenance, leave encashment, performance-related pay, medical benefits, gratuity and post-retirement benefits as per ONGC rules.

Selection Process

  1. Computer Based Test
  2. Personal Interview
  3. Medical Fitness Examination

ONGC may also conduct a Group Discussion for shortlisted candidates, but it will not be qualifying in nature. Final merit will be prepared using 85 marks for CBT and 15 marks for the interview.

StageGeneral / EWS / OBCSC / ST / PwBD
Minimum CBT qualifying marks45%40%
Minimum interview qualifying marks60% or 9 out of 1540% or 6 out of 15

ONGC CBT Exam Pattern

SectionQuestions
Concerned Domain40
General Awareness10
Aptitude Test25
English Language10
Total85
  • Question type: Multiple Choice Questions
  • Test duration: 2 hours
  • Negative marking: No negative marking
  • PwBD candidates may receive compensatory time as permitted under the notification.

Documents Required

  • Active mobile number and email address
  • Recent passport-size colour photograph with white background in JPG/JPEG format, 20–50 KB
  • Signature in JPG/JPEG format, 10–20 KB
  • Class 10 certificate for date-of-birth verification
  • Essential qualification degree certificate
  • Consolidated marksheet or transcript for all semesters or years
  • Photo identity proof such as Aadhaar card, passport, driving licence or voter ID
  • PAN card
  • Category, EWS, OBC-NCL or PwBD certificate where applicable

Certificates and other documents required in PDF format should not exceed 500 KB per file unless the application portal specifies otherwise.

How to Apply for ONGC Recruitment 2026

  1. Open the ONGC recruitment application portal from the Important Links section.
  2. Read Advertisement No. 2/2026 (R&P) and confirm the stream-wise qualification and age limit.
  3. Complete the new registration using an active mobile number and email address.
  4. Enter personal, educational and category details carefully.
  5. Upload the photograph, signature and required certificates in the prescribed format and size.
  6. Pay the registration fee online where applicable.
  7. Review the application before final submission because changes are not permitted after final submission.
  8. Download and keep a printed copy of the submitted form and payment receipt.

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ONGC Recruitment 2026 FAQs

How many vacancies are available in ONGC Recruitment 2026?

ONGC has announced 52 vacancies for Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical and Instrumentation Engineers and Geologists at E1 level.

What is the last date to apply for ONGC Recruitment 2026?

The last date for online registration and fee payment is 31 July 2026. Registration closes at 11:59 PM.

What is the ONGC E1 salary?

The E1 basic pay scale is ₹60,000–₹1,80,000. The notification mentions an approximate compensation package of ₹26 lakh CTC along with applicable benefits.

Is there negative marking in the ONGC CBT?

No. The official notification states that there will be no negative marking in the Computer Based Test.

What is the selection process for ONGC Engineer Recruitment?

The selection process includes a Computer Based Test, Personal Interview and Medical Fitness Examination. ONGC may also hold a non-qualifying Group Discussion.

ONGC Recruitment 2026 for 52 Geologist and Engineer E1 posts

Disclaimer

This post is provided for immediate information for students and job seekers. Recruitment dates, eligibility and selection conditions are based on the available official notification. Candidates must verify every detail on the ONGC website and official application portal before submitting the form. Sarkari Chatra is not responsible for changes made by the recruiting authority after publication.

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