ONGC Invites Applications for 52 E1 Engineer & Geologist Vacancies
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), India’s Maharatna energy giant, has released a recruitment notification for 52 posts of Engineers and Geologists at the E1 executive level in 2026. This is a dream opportunity for engineering graduates and geology postgraduates who want to build a career with one of the country’s biggest PSU employers. Selected candidates enjoy the E1 pay scale with a strong CTC of around ₹26 lakh per year, along with excellent perks and growth. The selection is done through ONGC’s own Computer Based Test.
The online application is open from 17 July 2026 to 31 July 2026, so apply quickly as the window is short. In this article, we explain everything clearly — discipline-wise vacancies, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, application fee, and important dates. This recruitment covers five streams — Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical and Instrumentation Engineering, plus Geology. Read the eligibility carefully to confirm your qualification. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for the latest PSU job alerts, and we will help you through every step of the ONGC application.
Key Highlights — ONGC Engineer & Geologist Recruitment 2026
ONGC contributes the largest share of India’s oil and gas production and offers one of the best compensation packages in the industry. Joining as an E1-level executive gives you a respected job, world-class training and a clear path to grow into senior management roles.
- Organisation: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
- Post Names: Engineer (E1) & Geologist (E1)
- Total Vacancies: 52
- Salary: E1 pay scale ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 per month (CTC around ₹26 lakh/year)
- Job Location: All India (ONGC work centres)
- Last Date to Apply: 31 July 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — ONGC Engineer & Geologist Recruitment 2026
The 52 posts are divided among five streams as shown below. You can apply for only one stream that matches your qualification.
| Stream | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 27 |
| Chemical Engineering | 10 |
| Petroleum Engineering | 9 |
| Geology | 4 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 2 |
| Total | 52 |
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS and PwBD applies as per the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria — ONGC Engineer & Geologist Recruitment 2026
You need the correct degree with the minimum required marks and must be within the age limit. The requirements differ for the engineering streams and the geology stream.
Educational Qualification
- Petroleum Engineering: Graduate Degree in Petroleum Engineering or Applied Petroleum Engineering, with minimum 60% marks.
- Mechanical Engineering: Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering, with minimum 60% marks.
- Chemical Engineering: Graduate Degree in Chemical Engineering, with minimum 60% marks.
- Instrumentation Engineering: Graduate Degree in Instrumentation Engineering, with minimum 60% marks.
- Geology: Post Graduate Degree in Geology, or M.Sc / M.Tech in Petroleum Geoscience / Petroleum Geology / Geological Technology, with minimum 60% marks.
If you are an engineering graduate seeking government jobs, ONGC is one of the best PSUs to aim for.
Age Limit
- Maximum age (for UR / EWS): 26 years for the engineering streams and 27 years for the geology stream, calculated as on 31 July 2026.
- Age relaxation: OBC (NCL) +3 years, SC / ST +5 years, PwBD +10 years, and Ex-Servicemen as per the rules.
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What is the Salary for ONGC Engineer & Geologist 2026?
The E1-level post offers one of the best pay packages among Indian PSUs, which is why lakhs of candidates aim for ONGC every year.
- Pay Scale (E1): ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 per month
- Allowances: 35% of basic pay under the Cafeteria Approach, plus Dearness Allowance, HRA / company accommodation, and Performance Related Pay.
- Approximate CTC: around ₹26 lakh per year.
You also get medical facilities, provident fund, gratuity and other retirement benefits — a complete and secure package for your future.
What is the Selection Process for ONGC Engineer & Geologist 2026?
Selection is based on a Computer Based Test followed by an interview and a medical check. Prepare well, because the CBT decides your shortlisting.
- Computer Based Test (CBT): 85 questions in 2 hours — 40 from your domain subject, 25 aptitude, 10 general awareness and 10 English. There is no negative marking.
- Personal Interview: carries 15 marks. The final merit uses a weightage of CBT 85 : Interview 15.
- Medical Fitness Test as per ONGC medical rules.
Candidates are shortlisted for the interview in a 1:5 ratio. To prepare topic-wise, use the exam syllabus and pattern guides on GovtJobsAlert.in.
How to Apply Online for ONGC Engineer & Geologist 2026?
Applications are accepted online only. Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the ONGC online application portal (link in the Essential Links section below).
- Register using your mobile number and email, and verify through OTP.
- Fill the online application form for one stream only.
- Upload your Class 10 certificate, degree, marksheets, photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable to your category.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation.
Important Dates — ONGC Engineer & Geologist Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
| CBT Date (Tentative) | 6 September 2026 |
Application Fees — ONGC Engineer & Geologist Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| GEN / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. It excludes any convenience charges and GST.
Essential Links — ONGC Engineer & Geologist Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for ONGC Engineer & Geologist 2026
- Visit ONGC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
A career with ONGC means top pay, world-class exposure and immense pride in powering the nation’s energy needs. The application window is short, so apply before 31 July 2026 and begin your CBT preparation today. For more post-graduate and PSU government jobs, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in — we bring you every big opportunity first.