ONGC Recruitment — 2026
JEA | Junior Technician | Junior Assistant | Junior Fireman
Exam Overview
- Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) is a Maharatna Government of India enterprise and India's largest crude oil and natural gas company. ONGC's Assam Asset is headquartered in Nazira, Sivasagar District, Assam — one of its largest onshore assets.
- ONGC recruits Non-Executive personnel at Group C and Group D levels. 800-1,000 vacancies per cycle (922 in the 2022 cycle, with 164 posts for Assam work-centers). CBT: 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours. Pay: Rs. 24,000-98,000/month (varies by level).
- F1 Level (Diploma): Junior Engineering Assistant (JEA), Junior Fire Supervisor. Pay: Rs. 29,000-98,000/month. Qualification: 3-year Diploma. Age: Up to 30 years.
- A1 Level (Diploma/Graduation): Junior Technical Assistant, Junior Scientific Assistant. Pay: Rs. 26,000-87,000/month. Qualification: Diploma or Graduation. Age: Up to 30 years.
- W1 Level (ITI/Class 10): Junior Technician, Junior Fireman, Junior Attendant, Junior Motor Vehicle Driver. Pay: Rs. 24,000-57,000/month. Qualification: Class 10 + ITI. Age: 18-27 years.
- All CBT exams have no negative marking. Qualifying: General/EWS/OBC — 45%, SC/ST/PwBD — 40%. Application fee: Rs. 300-370 (SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM exempted).
- ONGC Assam: 43 production installations, 16 drilling rigs in Sivasagar district. In the 2022 cycle, 164 non-executive posts were allocated for Assam work-centers (Nazira, Jorhat, Silchar). Nearly 300 sanctioned posts pending at ONGC Assam.
Exam Pattern
Non-Executive — Computer Based Test
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Mental Ability (Numerical, English, GK, Reasoning) | 20 | 20 |
| Subject-Specific / Professional Knowledge | 80 | 80 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 2 Hours | No Negative Marking | Qualifying: General/EWS/OBC — 45%, SC/ST/PwBD — 40% | Part B is trade/discipline-specific
Selection Process
Non-Executive
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours
- Skill Test / Physical Standard Test / Physical Efficiency Test (for applicable posts)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Posts & Salary Details
| Category | Key Posts | Qualification | Pay Scale (Monthly) | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Exec (F1) | Junior Engineering Assistant, Junior Fire Supervisor | 3-year Diploma | Rs. 29,000 — 98,000 | Up to 30 yrs |
| Non-Exec (A1) | Junior Technical Asst, Junior Scientific Asst | Diploma / Graduation | Rs. 26,000 — 87,000 | Up to 30 yrs |
| Non-Exec (W1) | Junior Technician, Junior Fireman, Junior Attendant | Class 10 + ITI | Rs. 24,000 — 57,000 | 18-27 yrs |
All posts include DA (35% of basic), HRA, perks, PRP, medical, pension, and company accommodation. Final merit: CBT 85% + Academic 10% + Apprenticeship 5% (varies by post). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs.
Syllabus
1. General Awareness
Current Affairs (National & International)Indian History & CultureIndian Geography & EnvironmentIndian Polity & ConstitutionIndian Economy & BudgetScience — Inventions & DiscoveriesAwards & HonoursImportant Dates & EventsBooks & AuthorsSports & Championships2. Quantitative Aptitude
Number SystemsPercentagesRatio & ProportionProfit & LossTime & WorkTime, Speed & DistanceSimple & Compound InterestData Interpretation (Charts, Tables, Graphs)Algebra & GeometryAverage & Simplification3. Logical Reasoning
Analogies & Series CompletionCoding & DecodingSyllogismsBlood RelationsDirection SensePuzzles & PatternsNon-Verbal ReasoningAnalytical ReasoningSymbols & NotationsClassification4. English Language
Grammar (Tenses, Prepositions, Articles)Sentence Correction & Error DetectionVocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms)Reading ComprehensionSentence ArrangementCloze TestOne-Word SubstitutionWord Usage5. Technical / Domain Knowledge (Discipline-specific)
Mechanical — Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Machine Design, ManufacturingElectrical — Circuits, Machines, Power Systems, Control SystemsPetroleum — Drilling, Reservoir, Production, ExplorationChemical — Reaction Engineering, Mass Transfer, Process ControlCivil — Structures, Geotechnical, Transportation, SurveyingElectronics & Instrumentation — Sensors, Communication, Digital ElectronicsGeology — Structural, Petrology, Stratigraphy, GeomorphologyGeophysics — Seismic Methods, Well Logging, Gravity & Magnetic Methods
How to Prepare for ONGC
- Plan around the 80-mark professional-knowledge section, which decides your score far more than the 20-mark general section.
- With no negative marking, attempt all 100 questions and make intelligent guesses when unsure.
- Revise your diploma or ITI trade subject thoroughly, since most marks come from discipline-specific questions.
- Keep your General Mental Ability sharp with daily practice in numerical ability, reasoning, English, and GK.
- Take weekly full-length mock tests to comfortably clear the category cut-off and maximise your CBT score.
- Track Assam and national current affairs and stay updated on ONGC and the wider energy sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ONGC and what posts are recruited?
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) is a Maharatna Government of India enterprise and India's largest crude oil and natural gas producer. ONGC recruits Non-Executive posts including Junior Engineering Assistant (JEA), Junior Technician, Junior Technical Assistant, Junior Scientific Assistant, Junior Assistant, Junior Fireman, Junior Motor Vehicle Driver, and more. These are Group C and Group D level positions.
How many vacancies are expected in ONGC 2026?
Non-Executive: Typically 800-1,000 vacancies per cycle (922 in the 2022 cycle, with 164 posts specifically for Assam work-centers at Nazira, Jorhat, and Silchar). Nearly 300 sanctioned regular posts at ONGC Assam are reportedly pending filling. ONGC also recruits 2,000+ apprentices per cycle.
What is the exam pattern for ONGC Non-Executive?
ONGC Non-Executive CBT: 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours. Part A: General Mental Ability — 20 questions (Numerical Ability, English, GK, Reasoning). Part B: Subject-Specific/Professional Knowledge — 80 questions. No negative marking. Qualifying marks: General/EWS/OBC — 45%, SC/ST/PwBD — 40%. Final merit: CBT 85% + Academic 10% + Apprenticeship 5% (varies by post).
What is the salary for ONGC posts?
Non-Executive (F1 level): Rs. 29,000-98,000/month — for JEA, Junior Fire Supervisor. Non-Executive (A1 level): Rs. 26,000-87,000/month — for Junior Technical/Scientific Assistant. Non-Executive (W1 level): Rs. 24,000-57,000/month — for Junior Technician, Junior Fireman, Junior Attendant. All posts include DA (35% of basic), HRA, perks, PRP, pension, and medical.
What is ONGC's presence in Assam?
ONGC Assam Asset is headquartered in Nazira, Sivasagar District, Assam — one of ONGC's largest onshore assets. It operates 43 production installations, 16 drilling rigs, and 15 work-over rigs across Sivasagar district. Major fields: Geleki, Lakwa, Rudrasagar, Lakhamani. In the 2022 cycle, 164 non-executive posts were allocated for Assam work-centers (Nazira, Jorhat, Silchar). ONGC is a major employer in Upper Assam.
What is the eligibility for ONGC Non-Executive posts?
Junior Engineering Assistant: 3-year Diploma in relevant engineering with 40% marks. Junior Technician: Class 10 + ITI trade certificate. Junior Assistant: Graduate degree. Age: W1 level — 18-27 years (General), A1/F1 — up to 30 years. Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs. Application fee: Rs. 300 (SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM exempted).
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