Organization: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) Advertisement No.: 2/2026 (R&P) Post Name: Geologists and Engineers (E1 Level) Total Vacancies: 52 Apply Mode: Online
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), a Maharatna energy leader, invites online applications from bright, passionate graduates for the recruitment of Geologists and Engineers at the E1 Level through a Computer Based Test (CBT).
📝 Vacancy & Qualification Details
Candidates must have obtained a minimum of 60% marks in their qualifying degree.
| Stream | Total Vacancies | Essential Educational Qualification |
| Petroleum Engineering | 9 | Graduate Degree in Petroleum Engineering OR Applied Petroleum Engineering. |
| Mechanical Engineering | 27 | Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering. |
| Chemical Engineering | 10 | Graduate Degree in Chemical Engineering (Note: BE/B.Tech in Chemical Sciences and Technology is not acceptable). |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 2 | Graduate Degree in Instrumentation Engineering. |
| Geology | 4 | Post Graduate 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. |
⏳ Age Limit (As on 31/07/2026)
The maximum age limit varies depending on the stream and category:
- For Engineering Streams (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Instrumentation):
- Unreserved / EWS: 26 Years
- OBC (NCL): 29 Years
- SC / ST: 31 Years
- For Geology Stream:
- Unreserved / EWS: 27 Years
- OBC (NCL): 30 Years
- SC / ST: 32 Years
(Note: Age relaxation is applicable for PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and Departmental candidates as per government rules).
💰 Salary & Emoluments
- Pay Scale: Rs. 60,000 – 1,80,000/- (E1 Level)
- CTC: Approximately Rs. 26 Lakhs
- Allowances: Includes 35% Basic Pay under Cafeteria Approach, Dearness Allowance, HRA, Medical Facility, Gratuity, and Performance Related Pay (PRP).
💵 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 1000/- (plus convenience fee/bank commission and GST)
- SC / ST / PwBD: NIL (No charges)
- Payment Mode: Online only; fees are non-refundable.
🎯 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of three stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Carries a weightage of 85 marks.
- The test duration is 2 hours and consists of Multiple-Choice Questions.
- Sections: Concerned Domain (40 Qs), General Awareness (10 Qs), Aptitude Test (25 Qs), English Language (10 Qs).
- There is NO negative marking in the CBT.
- Personal Interview: Carries a weightage of 15 marks. Candidates will be shortlisted for the interview in a 1:5 ratio based on their CBT scores.
- Medical Fitness Examination: Final selection is subject to meeting ONGC’s medical standards.
📍 CBT Exam Centers: The exam will be held in multiple cities across India, including Guwahati, Kolkata, Delhi (NCR), and others. Candidates must select their test center preference during registration.
📅 Important Dates
- Online Registration Starts: 17th July 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 31st July 2026 (up to 23:59 Hours)
- Tentative Date for CBT: 6th September 2026
💻 How to Apply
- Eligible candidates must visit the official ONGC website:
[www.ongcindia.com](https://www.ongcindia.com). - Register online between 17/07/2026 and 31/07/2026.
- Ensure you have a valid Email ID, Mobile Number, scanned passport-size photograph (20kb-50kb), signature (10kb-20kb), and necessary PDF documents (like degree certificates and ID proof) ready before applying.
- Submit the application fee online.
- Retain a copy of the ONGC Registration Slip for future reference.
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