ONGC Recruitment 2026 – 2,000+ Vacancies | AEE, JE & Technician | Salary ,60,000+
Quick Overview
- Vacancies: 2,000+
- AEE Salary: ,12 – 15 LPA (CTC)
- Qualification: BE/BTech / ITI
- Age Limit: Up to 30 Yrs
- Selection: GATE / Own Exam
About ONGC
The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), India's largest oil producer and a Fortune Global 500 company, is a Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas. ONGC accounts for nearly 70% of India's domestic oil and gas production. It operates across onshore and offshore blocks in India and has an international arm (ONGC Videsh Ltd.) with operations in 17 countries including Russia, Brazil, Azerbaijan, and Myanmar. ONGC's assets include the legendary Mumbai High offshore field, Bassein gas field, and the Assam and Gujarat basins. Working at ONGC means being at the heart of India's energy security.
Posts Available
Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE): BE/BTech required. Disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics/Telecom, Civil, Petroleum, Chemical, Production, Drilling, Geo-science, Computer Science, HR, Finance. GATE-based selection.
Junior Engineer (JE): Diploma in Engineering. Disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics/Instrumentation, Civil, Computer Science. Own written exam.
Assistant Technician: ITI pass in Fitter, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Electronic Mechanic, Draughtsman (Civil), and Surveyor trades.
Junior Assistant (Finance & Accounts): B.Com graduates for finance and accounts roles across ONGC offices and workovers.
Salary – Among the Best in PSUs
AEE posts are in the E1 Grade (,60,000–,1,80,000). The starting basic pay is ,60,000. With DA, HRA (15% in metro cities), offshore allowance (if applicable), superannuation, and other perks, the total CTC for AEE is approximately ,12–15 lakhs per annum. JE posts start at ,50,000 basic pay. In addition, ONGC provides free furnished accommodation or HRA at 24% (top HRA bracket), free medical for self and family, LTC, annual bonus, and children's education allowances. Offshore Posting Allowance for Mumbai High platform postings can add an additional ,1,800/day to your earnings, making offshore roles exceptionally rewarding financially.
Selection Process
AEE selection is primarily through GATE scores. Candidates must have a valid GATE score in their discipline. After GATE shortlisting, a Personal Interview is conducted at ONGC's regional offices. For JE and Technician posts, ONGC conducts its own Written Test + Trade/Technical Test. Written tests cover trade-specific knowledge, general aptitude, general awareness, and English. There is no GATE requirement for technician posts - selection is based on written exam performance, ITI marks, and a practical skills test.
Work Life at ONGC
ONGC employees experience a unique work environment. Those posted onshore in Gujarat (Ahmedabad/Vadodara), Assam (Jorhat/Sibsagar), or Rajasthan (Jodhpur/Barmer) work in well-equipped base offices with excellent facilities. Offshore postings on Mumbai High platforms follow a 28-days-on/28-days-off rotation schedule (known as "on-rotation" duty) with all food, accommodation, and travel covered by ONGC. This makes offshore posting both adventurous and financially very rewarding. ONGC's CSR initiatives, internal learning programs, and sabbatical policies make it an outstanding employer. Prepare your GATE and secure your future at India's oil giant - the nation's energy champion!