IOCL Executive Syllabus 2026 Out - Check Exam Pattern, Subject - wise Topics & Download PDF
IOCL Executive Syllabus 2026: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has released the official syllabus for the Executive Recruitment 2026. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is tentatively scheduled for 24 September 2026 [citation:1][citation:2].
The recruitment drive aims to fill 470 vacancies across various Executive positions including Graduate Engineer, Officer (Marketing), Law Officer, Assistant Quality Control Officer, and Diploma Engineer [citation:2][citation:4].
The selection process consists of a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by Group Discussion (GD), Group Task (GT), and Personal Interview [citation:1][citation:6].
📋 Syllabus Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) |
| Total Vacancies | 470 [citation:2][citation:4] |
| Posts | Graduate Engineer, Officer (Marketing), Law Officer, Assistant Quality Control Officer, Diploma Engineer [citation:1] |
| CBT Date | 24 September 2026 (Tentative) [citation:1][citation:2] |
| Admit Card | 15 September 2026 (Tentative) [citation:1][citation:2] |
| Application Last Date | 3 September 2026 [citation:1] |
| Official Website | iocl.com |
📋 Exam Pattern
The CBT consists of 100 objective multiple-choice questions divided into two sections [citation:2][citation:6].
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 60 Minutes [citation:11] |
| Logical Reasoning | 15 | 15 | ||
| Verbal Ability (English) | 15 | 15 | ||
| Section B | Domain Knowledge | 50 | 50 | 90 Minutes [citation:11] |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 150 Minutes | |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer [citation:1][citation:2][citation:6]
🎯 Qualifying Criteria
| Category | Section A & B (Each) | Overall |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC (NCL) | 40% | 45% |
| SC / ST | 35% | 40% |
| PwBD | 25% | 30% |
📌 Selection Process Weightage
| Stage | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Computer-Based Test (CBT) | 85% [citation:1] |
| Group Discussion & Group Task | 5% [citation:1] |
| Personal Interview | 10% [citation:1] |
📚 1. Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus
| Topic | Topic |
|---|---|
| Number System | Percentage |
| Ratio & Proportion | Profit & Loss |
| Time and Work | Simple & Compound Interest |
| Data Interpretation | Averages |
| Time, Speed and Distance | Mixture and Alligation |
| Permutation & Combination | Probability |
📚 2. Logical Reasoning Syllabus
| Topic | Topic |
|---|---|
| Analogy | Coding-Decoding |
| Blood Relations | Syllogism |
| Series | Puzzles |
| Direction Sense | Statement-Conclusion |
| Seating Arrangement | Data Sufficiency |
📚 3. Verbal Ability (English) Syllabus
| Topic | Topic |
|---|---|
| Grammar | Vocabulary |
| Reading Comprehension | Sentence Correction |
| Fill in the Blanks | Synonyms & Antonyms |
| Idioms & Phrases | Cloze Test |
📚 4. Domain Knowledge – Engineering (Grade A)
Chemical Engineering: Engineering Mathematics, Plant Design, Heat Transfer, Mass Transfer, Chemical Technology, Process Dynamics [citation:7]
Electrical Engineering: Power Systems, Control Systems, Electric Circuits, Electromagnetic Fields, Power Electronics, Analog & Digital Electronics [citation:7]
Instrumentation Engineering: Sensors, Industrial Instrumentation, Analog Electronics, Electrical Circuits and Machines, Communication and Optical Instrumentation [citation:7]
Mechanical Engineering: Engineering Mechanics, Mechanics of Materials, Theory of Machines, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics, Manufacturing Engineering [citation:7]
Electronics & Communication: Networks, Signals and Systems, Electronic Devices, Analog and Digital Circuits, Communications, Electromagnetics [citation:7]
Civil Engineering: Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Geomatics Engineering [citation:7]
Computer Science/IT: Digital Logic, Computer Organization, Programming, Algorithms, Operating System, Databases, Computer Networks [citation:7]
📚 5. Domain Knowledge – Law (Grade A) [citation:3][citation:7]
Substantive Laws:
- Indian Contract Act, 1872
- Specific Relief Act, 1963
- Sale of Goods Act, 1930
- Transfer of Property Act, 1882
- Companies Act, 2013
- Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code, 2016
- Constitution of India – special focus on Articles 32 and 226
- Personal Digital Data Protection Act, 2023
- Competition Act, 2002
- Consumer Protection Act, 2019
- Right to Information Act, 2005
- Essential Commodities Act, 1955
- Legal Metrology Act, 2009
- Public Premises Act, 1971
- SEBI guidelines (LODR, Insider Trading) [citation:3][citation:7]
Procedural Laws:
- Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996
- Mediation Act, 2023
- Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
- Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
- Limitation Act, 1963 [citation:3][citation:7]
📚 6. Domain Knowledge – MBA (Marketing Management) (Grade A)
- Marketing Concepts and Approaches – Marketing mix, Holistic marketing
- Marketing Strategy – SWOT analysis, Value chain, Porter's generic strategies
- Marketing Research and Information – Demand forecasting, Research instruments
- Consumer Behaviour – Buying decision process, Theories of consumer behaviour
- Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning (STP)
- Product Decisions – PLC, New product development
- Pricing Decisions – Strategies, Product mix pricing
- Services Marketing – SERVQUAL model, Service recovery
- Distribution Decisions – Channel management, Supply chain
- Promotion Decisions – IMC, Advertising, Digital marketing
- Brand Management – Brand equity, Brand architecture
- Digital Marketing – Social media, SEO/SEM, Marketing analytics
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- International Marketing [citation:3]
💰 Salary Details
| Grade | Basic Pay | Pay Scale | Annual CTC (Approx) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade A | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 - ₹1,60,000 | ₹18.4 Lakh |
| Grade A0 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 - ₹1,40,000 | ₹14.8 Lakh |
| Grade E0 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 - ₹1,20,000 | ₹11.1 Lakh |
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|---|---|
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