ONGC Geologists and Engineers E1 Recruitment 2026

Published: 22 Jul 2026 · Updated: 22 Jul 2026

52 Total Vacancies

Short Information: ONGC has invited online applications for 52 posts of Geologists and Engineers at the E1 level under Advertisement No. 02/2026 (R&P). The recruitment covers Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical and Instrumentation Engineering graduates as well as postgraduates in Geology/Petroleum Geoscience. Eligible candidates need a relevant Bachelor's/Postgraduate degree with a minimum of 60% marks and can apply online from 17 July 2026 to 31 July 2026. Selection will be through a Computer Based Test, Document Verification and Medical Examination.

Important Dates

Application Begin17 Jul 2026
Last Date to Apply31 Jul 2026
Fee Payment Last Date31 Jul 2026
Exam Date06 Sept 2026
Admit Card AvailableBefore Exam (date to be announced)
Result DateTo be announced

Application Fee

General₹1000
OBC₹1000
EWS₹1000
SC / ST₹0 (Free)
Ph Pwd₹0 (Free)
Payment ModeOnline only - Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card/Mobile Wallet

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum AgeNot specified years
Maximum AgeEngineering streams: 26 years (UR/EWS); Geology stream: 27 years (UR/EWS). Higher limits apply for OBC/SC/ST as per the stream-wise age table. years
Age RelaxationExtra age relaxation as per ONGC rules for OBC (NCL), SC/ST and other reserved/eligible categories.
Educational QualificationEngineering streams (Petroleum/Applied Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Instrumentation): Bachelor's degree in the respective discipline with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized university/institution. Geology stream: Postgraduate degree in Geology, or M.Sc./M.Tech. in Petroleum Geoscience, M.Sc./M.Tech. in Petroleum Geology, or M.Tech. in Geological Technology with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized university/institution.

Vacancy Details

Post NameTotalGenOBCEWSSCST
Geologists and Engineers E1 (Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Geology streams combined)522412592

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official ONGC application portal or use the direct Apply Online link.
  2. Register with basic details and log in to access the application form.
  3. Fill in personal, educational and other required details carefully.
  4. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature as specified in the notification.
  5. Pay the applicable application fee online through the available payment modes.
  6. Review and submit the form, then save/print a copy for future reference.

Selection Process

  • Computer Based Test (CBT)
  • Document Verification
  • Medical Examination

Discipline-wise Eligibility Criteria

DisciplineEligibility Criteria
Petroleum EngineeringBachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Applied Petroleum Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized university/institution.
Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized university/institution.
Chemical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized university/institution.
Instrumentation EngineeringBachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized university/institution.
GeologyPostgraduate degree in Geology, or M.Sc./M.Tech. in Petroleum Geoscience, M.Sc./M.Tech. in Petroleum Geology, or M.Tech. in Geological Technology with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized university/institution.

Maximum Age Limit (Stream-wise)

StreamUR/EWSOBC (NCL)SC/ST
Engineering (Petroleum/Mechanical/Chemical/Instrumentation)26 Years29 Years31 Years
Geology27 Years30 Years32 Years

Advertisement Details

Advertisement No.02/2026 (R&P)

Important Links

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Important Questions

Q. When does the online application for ONGC Geologists and Engineers E1 Recruitment 2026 start?

Ans. Online applications start on 17 Jul 2026.

Q. What is the last date to apply for ONGC Geologists and Engineers E1 Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The last date to apply online is 31 Jul 2026.

Q. What is the exam date for ONGC Geologists and Engineers E1 Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The exam is scheduled for 06 Sept 2026.

Q. What is the age limit for ONGC Geologists and Engineers E1 Recruitment 2026?

Ans. Minimum age Not specified years and maximum age Engineering streams: 26 years (UR/EWS); Geology stream: 27 years (UR/EWS). Higher limits apply for OBC/SC/ST as per the stream-wise age table. years. See the official notification for age relaxation.

Q. What is the educational qualification for ONGC Geologists and Engineers E1 Recruitment 2026?

Ans. Engineering streams (Petroleum/Applied Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Instrumentation): Bachelor's degree in the respective discipline with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized university/institution. Geology stream: Postgraduate degree in Geology, or M.Sc./M.Tech. in Petroleum Geoscience, M.Sc./M.Tech. in Petroleum Geology, or M.Tech. in Geological Technology with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized university/institution.

Q. How to apply for ONGC Geologists and Engineers E1 Recruitment 2026?

Ans. Use the official link in the Important Links section on this page, or apply through the official website of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) before the last date.

Q. What is the official website of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)?

Ans. The official website link is provided in the Important Links section above.

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