The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has released the result of the Graduate Trainee recruitment exam. Candidates who appeared for the Computer Based Test can now check whether they have made it to the interview stage.
Along with the shortlist, ONGC has also published the stream-wise cut-off scores and activated the interview call letter download link. Interviews begin on 16 October 2026 at ONGC, SCOPE Minar, Delhi.
ONGC Graduate Trainee Result 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 02/2026 (R&P) |
| Post Name | Graduate Trainee (Geologists and Engineers, E1 Level) |
| Total Posts | 52 |
| Selection Process | CBT → Interview → Medical Fitness → Document Verification |
| Result / Shortlist Status | Released (7 October 2026) |
| Interview Schedule | From 16 October 2026 |
| Official Website | ongcindia.com |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment covers 52 Graduate Trainee posts across five streams, all at the E1 level. The stream-wise breakup is given below.
| Stream | Posts | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | 9 | B.Tech in Petroleum / Applied Petroleum Engineering with 60% marks |
| Mechanical Engineering | 27 | B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 60% marks |
| Chemical Engineering | 10 | B.Tech in Chemical Engineering with 60% marks |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 2 | B.Tech in Instrumentation Engineering with 60% marks |
| Geology | 4 | PG in Geology / Petroleum Geoscience / Petroleum Geology, or M.Tech in Geological Technology, with 60% marks |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Published | 10 July 2026 |
| Full Notification | 17 July 2026 |
| Online Applications | 17 – 31 July 2026 |
| CBT Admit Card | 22 August 2026 |
| CBT Exam | 6 September 2026 |
| CBT Shortlist & Interview Call Letter | 7 October 2026 |
| Interviews Begin | 16 October 2026 |
Application Fee
The application fee was payable at the time of registration. General, OBC and EWS candidates paid Rs. 1,000, while SC, ST and PwBD candidates were fully exempt. Payment was accepted online only.
Age Limit (as on 31 July 2026)
- Geology stream: 21 to 27 years
- Engineering streams: 21 to 26 years
- Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per government rules.
Eligibility Criteria
For the engineering streams, candidates needed a B.Tech in the relevant discipline with at least 60% marks. For the Geology stream, a postgraduate degree in Geology, Petroleum Geoscience or Petroleum Geology — or an M.Tech in Geological Technology — with 60% marks was required. Full eligibility conditions are given in the original notification.
Selection Process
ONGC shortlisted candidates for the personal interview in a 1:5 ratio based on CBT scores. Final selection rests on CBT performance combined with the interview, followed by medical fitness and document verification. ONGC has stated that CBT marks will be disclosed along with the final selection.
How to Check the Shortlist and Download the Interview Call Letter
- Visit the official ONGC website at ongcindia.com and look under the Careers section, or open the official notice page from the link below.
- Download the shortlist PDF to check the list of candidates called for interview.
- Open the stream-wise cut-off PDF to see the qualifying scores for your stream and category.
- To download the interview call letter, use the official call-letter login link and enter your registration details.
- Carry the printed call letter along with your documents to the interview venue.
Important Links
- Official Notice Page (ONGC)
- Download Interview Shortlist PDF
- Download Stream-wise Cut-Off PDF
- Download Interview Call Letter
- ONGC Official Website
FAQs
Q1. When was the ONGC Graduate Trainee result 2026 declared?
ONGC released the CBT shortlist and stream-wise cut-off on 7 October 2026, along with the interview call letter download link.
Q2. How many posts are there in ONGC GT Recruitment 2026?
There are 52 posts in total — 9 Petroleum, 27 Mechanical, 10 Chemical, 2 Instrumentation and 4 Geology.
Q3. When and where will the ONGC GT interviews be held?
Interviews begin on 16 October 2026 at ONGC, SCOPE Minar, Delhi. Your exact date, time and venue are printed on your interview call letter.
Q4. How can I download the ONGC GT interview call letter?
Use the official call-letter link given above. Log in with your registration details as directed on the page to download and print it.
