Oil India Limited Recruitment 2026 for Domain Expert (Critical Minerals) – Eligibility, Pay, and Application Details
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Vacancy/Update Name: OIL Domain Expert (Critical Minerals) at a Glance | Advt. No.: HRAQ/CONT-EX-B/26-315 dated 06/11/2026 | Official Website: https://www.oil-india.com | Official Notification/PDF: https://www.oil-india.com/download-advertisement-document?detail=NlVTMA==
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Oil India Limited (OIL) |
| Advertisement No. | HRAQ/CONT-EX-B/26-315 dated 06/11/2026 |
| Project | Critical Mineral Exploration Programme (Phop, Jorkian and other blocks) |
| Tenure | 2 years (On-call contract basis) |
| Post Name | Domain Expert (Critical Minerals) |
| Vacancies | 01 |
| Honorarium | ₹10,000 to ₹20,000 per day depending on level/grade |
| Age Limit | Maximum 68 years as on 05/12/2026 |
| Job Location | CoEES, OIL, Guwahati |
| Application Mode | By post or email |
| Last Date to Apply | 05/12/2026 (23:59 hours) |
यह नौकरी रिटायर्ड अधिकारियों के लिए है जिनके पास भूविज्ञान में मास्टर डिग्री और कम से कम 25 वर्षों का अनुभव हो। चयनित उम्मीदवार को दो साल के लिए ऑन-कॉल कॉन्ट्रैक्ट पर रखा जाएगा, जिसमें वे OIL के क्रिटिकल माइनरल एक्सप्लोरेशन प्रोजेक्ट के तकनीकी सलाहकार के रूप में काम करेंगे। भुगतान उनके पद और स्तर के अनुसार प्रति दिन ₹10,000 से ₹20,000 तक होगा। आवेदन 5 दिसंबर 2026 तक पोस्ट या ईमेल से किया जा सकता है।
Oil India Limited (OIL), a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking, will empanel one retired officer as Domain Expert (Critical Minerals) on an on-call, contract basis for 02 (Two) years under its Critical Mineral Exploration Programme, at an honorarium of ₹10,000/- to ₹20,000/- per day depending on level/grade. Candidates need an M.Sc./M. Tech. in Geology / Applied Geology and at least 25 years of relevant experience, and must send the prescribed application by post or to [email protected] on or before 23:59 hours of 5 December 2026.
OIL Domain Expert (Critical Minerals) at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Oil India Limited (OIL) |
| Advertisement No. | HRAQ/CONT-EX-B/26-315 dated 06/11/2026 |
| Project | OIL’s Critical Mineral Exploration Programme (Phop, Jorkian and other critical mineral blocks) |
| Tenure | Period of Empanelment: 02 (Two) years |
| Post Name | Domain Expert (Critical Minerals) |
| Vacancies | 01 |
| Pay | Honorarium ₹10,000/- to ₹20,000/- per day, by level/grade |
| Age Limit | Not more than 68 years as on 05/12/2026 |
| Job Location | Reporting at CoEES, OIL, Guwahati |
| Application Mode | By post to the Duliajan address or by email to [email protected] |
| Last Date to Apply | 05/12/2026 (23:59 hours) |
The official notification does not specify the application fee or the selection process.
यह नौकरी केवल एक पद के लिए है और आवेदन शुल्क या चयन प्रक्रिया का विवरण नोटिफिकेशन में नहीं दिया गया है, इसलिए उम्मीदवारों को आवेदन करते समय पूरी सावधानी बरतनी चाहिए।
About OIL Domain Expert (Critical Minerals)
Oil India Limited describes itself in the notice as a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking and the second largest national upstream Oil & Gas Company with a pan India presence and global footprint. In line with the Government of India’s National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM), OIL has diversified into exploration and development of critical and strategic minerals and has secured two strategic critical mineral blocks under the Composite Licence (CL) regime: Phop Block in Arunachal Pradesh and Jorkian Block in Rajasthan. The Domain Expert is being empanelled for specialised assignments under this programme.
OIL भारत सरकार के राष्ट्रीय क्रिटिकल मिनरल मिशन के तहत महत्वपूर्ण खनिजों की खोज और विकास में काम कर रहा है। इसके लिए अरुणाचल प्रदेश और राजस्थान में दो प्रमुख ब्लॉक्स मिल चुके हैं, जहाँ विशेषज्ञ की जरूरत है जो तकनीकी और प्रोजेक्ट से जुड़ी जिम्मेदारियां निभाए।
Who Can Apply
Applications are invited only from retired officers. The essential requirements for the Domain Expert (Critical Minerals) post are:
- Masters in M.Sc./M. Tech. in Geology / Applied Geology from Government recognized College/ Universities/ Institution.
- Retired from a Government mining/geoscientific organization in the pay scale of at least ₹1,82,200– ₹2,24,100.
- A minimum of 25 years of relevant professional experience.
Candidates who have worked with the Geological Survey of India and have at least one year of experience in Critical Mineral Assessment would be preferred.
Desirable
- Good interpersonal, delegation, liaison, networking and communication skills to establish effective relationships internal and external to the organization.
- Experience in technical planning of an Exploration project for deep-seated and critical minerals.
- Preparation of Prospecting & Exploration plan for the composite and mining lease blocks, including Geological, Geophysical and Geochemical techniques.
- Estimation and evaluation of resource/reserve of bedded, deep-seated and critical minerals as per the United Nations Framework Classification for Resources (UNFC), with follow-up of The Minerals (Evidence of Mineral Contents) MEMC Rules 2015 and The Australasian Joint Ore Reserves Committee (JORC) Rules.
- Ability to provide expert advice for searching deep-seated minerals in uncovered areas.
- Experience in selecting and exploring lithium, cobalt, graphite, nickel, copper, potash, REE and other associated critical minerals.
- Experience and knowledge of various facets of work related to Geology & Mining, Policy & Regulation of Mines and Minerals.
- Good understanding of mining leases and familiarity with government procedures and policies.
- Ability to prepare technical components of RFPs for the engagement of consultants for critical mineral exploration.
Age Limit
The candidate should not be more than 68 years of age as on 05/12/2026. The candidate must also have a minimum of 02 remaining years before attaining the maximum permissible age limit of 70 years at the time of application.
Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of the post.
आवेदक को भूविज्ञान में मास्टर डिग्री होनी चाहिए और सरकारी माइनिंग या भूवैज्ञानिक संगठन से कम से कम ₹1,82,200 से ₹2,24,100 वेतनमान पर सेवानिवृत्त होना जरूरी है। कम से कम 25 वर्षों का प्रासंगिक अनुभव और 68 वर्ष से अधिक उम्र न होनी चाहिए। भारतीय भूवैज्ञानिक सर्वेक्षण में काम करने वाले और क्रिटिकल मिनरल असेसमेंट में अनुभव रखने वालों को प्राथमिकता मिलेगी।
Pay and Tenure
The Domain Expert on call duty is paid a per-day honorarium according to level/grade:
| Level/Grade | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| CMD/MD/Directors | ₹ 20,000/- per day |
| EDs/CGM/GGM/GMs/Professor or equivalent | ₹ 15,000/- per day |
| DGMs/Associate Professor or equivalent | ₹ 10,000/- per day |
Travel, local conveyance, boarding and lodging will be arranged by OIL as per the entitlements of regular executives of their status in OIL. No other facilities will be extended or borne by OIL.
- The period of empanelment is 02 (Two) years, and the selected candidate shall be engaged on a contract basis.
- The engagement will be on-call basis from time to time during the project period.
- Domain experts will be engaged up to 100 days during the year, starting from the date of the empanelment.
- A non-binding understanding between the Project Proponent and the Domain Expert on the Project Plan will be the basis of engagement.
- The empanelment is terminable at any time by serving 01 (One) month notice in writing by either party.
- The expert will report at CoEES, OIL, Guwahati, and may be required to visit areas in and outside India occasionally for business development and as per operational requirements.
डोमेन एक्सपर्ट को उनके पद के अनुसार ₹10,000 से ₹20,000 प्रति दिन का मानदेय मिलेगा। यात्रा, आवास और स्थानीय परिवहन की व्यवस्था OIL करेगा। यह अनुबंध दो साल का होगा, जिसमें विशेषज्ञ को सालाना 100 दिनों तक ऑन-कॉल काम पर बुलाया जा सकता है। नियुक्ति में एक महीने का नोटिस पीरियड होगा।
OIL Domain Expert (Critical Minerals) Job Description
The Domain Expert shall provide technical guidance for ongoing and upcoming activities associated with the exploration and development of the Phop, Jorkian and other critical mineral blocks, including:
- Geological mapping
- Trenching and drilling
- Core studies and laboratory data interpretation
- Hydrogeological investigations
- Beneficiation studies
- Resource estimation and other associated activities
विशेषज्ञ से अपेक्षा है कि वे खनिज खोज के तकनीकी पहलुओं जैसे भूवैज्ञानिक नक्शांकन, ड्रिलिंग, कोर अध्ययन, जलवैज्ञानिक जांच और संसाधन अनुमान में मार्गदर्शन देंगे। यह काम OIL के क्रिटिकल माइनरल ब्लॉक्स में किया जाएगा।
How to Apply for OIL Domain Expert (Critical Minerals)
- Fill in the application only in the prescribed format, “Application for Empanelment as Domain Expert (Critical Minerals)”, attached to the notice.
- Affix a recent passport size photograph and give personal details, educational qualifications, membership of professional bodies and experience details, with a write-up on relevant experience of maximum 300 words.
- Sign the declaration with date and place.
- Enclose self-attested copies of proof of date of birth and proof of relevant experience/educational qualification.
- Send the application to Chief General Manager (HR-Acquisitions), OIL Human Resources Office, Oil India Limited, 3rd Floor, P.O. Duliajan, Assam-786602, or by email to [email protected].
- Make sure it is sent on or before 23:59 hours of 05/12/2026.
Documents named in the notice
- Recent passport size photograph (affixed on the form)
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Proof of relevant experience/Education Qualification
आवेदन पत्र सही फॉर्मेट में भरकर, पासपोर्ट साइज फोटो लगाकर, जन्मतिथि और अनुभव के प्रमाणपत्र साथ में लगाकर, 5 दिसंबर 2026 की रात 11:59 बजे से पहले डुलियाजन असम के पते पर पोस्ट करें या ईमेल से भेजें।
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 06/11/2026 |
| Last date to apply | 05/12/2026, 23:59 hours |
| Age cut-off date | 05/12/2026 |
आवेदन करने की अंतिम तारीख 5 दिसंबर 2026 है, और उस दिन तक उम्मीदवार की उम्र 68 वर्ष से अधिक नहीं होनी चाहिए।
Important Instructions
- Online application received after 23:59 hours of 05/12/2026 will be rejected.
- Applications submitted without supporting documents for proof of date of birth, educational qualification and relevant experience will also be rejected.
- If the information provided is found incorrect or false, the empanelment may be cancelled at any time without informing the candidate.
समय सीमा के बाद आने वाले आवेदन या बिना जरूरी दस्तावेजों के आवेदन अस्वीकृत होंगे। गलत जानकारी देने पर नियुक्ति रद्द की जा सकती है। इसलिए ध्यान से आवेदन करें।
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| OIL Domain Expert Application Form | Prescribed application format |
| OIL Domain Expert Official Notification PDF | Advertisement No. HRAQ/CONT-EX-B/26-315 |
| Oil India Limited Official Website | Official website |
OIL Domain Expert Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in OIL Recruitment 2026 for Domain Expert?
There is 01 post of Domain Expert (Critical Minerals) under Advertisement No. HRAQ/CONT-EX-B/26-315.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for the OIL Domain Expert post?
Applications must be sent on or before 23:59 hours of 5 December 2026.
Q3. What qualification is required for OIL Domain Expert (Critical Minerals)?
An M.Sc./M. Tech. in Geology / Applied Geology from a Government recognized institution, retirement from a Government mining/geoscientific organization in the pay scale of at least ₹1,82,200–₹2,24,100, and at least 25 years of relevant experience.
Q4. What is the age limit for the OIL Domain Expert post?
The candidate should not be more than 68 years of age as on 05/12/2026 and must have at least 02 remaining years before reaching the maximum permissible age of 70 years at the time of application.
Q5. What is the honorarium for OIL Domain Expert?
The honorarium is ₹20,000/- per day for CMD/MD/Directors, ₹15,000/- per day for EDs/CGM/GGM/GMs/Professor or equivalent, and ₹10,000/- per day for DGMs/Associate Professor or equivalent.
Q6. How to apply for the OIL Domain Expert post?
Send the prescribed application with self-attested documents to Chief General Manager (HR-Acquisitions), OIL Human Resources Office, Oil India Limited, 3rd Floor, P.O. Duliajan, Assam-786602, or by email to [email protected].
Q7. Is the OIL Domain Expert job permanent?
No. It is an empanelment on contract, on-call basis, for 02 (Two) years, terminable by 01 (One) month notice in writing by either party.
Q8. How many days a year will the Domain Expert be engaged?
Domain experts will be engaged up to 100 days during the year, starting from the date of the empanelment.
Q9. Who gets preference for the OIL Domain Expert post?
Candidates who have worked with the Geological Survey of India and have at least one year of experience in Critical Mineral Assessment would be preferred.
Q10. Will OIL pay for travel and stay?
Yes. Travel, local conveyance, boarding and lodging will be arranged by OIL as per the entitlements of regular executives of their status in OIL; no other facilities will be extended.
इस भर्ती में सिर्फ एक पद है, आवेदन अंतिम तिथि तक भेजने होंगे, और चयन अनुबंध पर होगा। उन उम्मीदवारों को प्राथमिकता मिलेगी जो भारतीय भूवैज्ञानिक सर्वेक्षण में काम कर चुके हैं और क्रिटिकल माइनरल मूल्यांकन का अनुभव रखते हैं। यात्रा और आवास की व्यवस्था कंपनी करेगी।
Additional Insights for Applicants
यह पद विशेष रूप से उन रिटायर्ड अधिकारियों के लिए है जिनके पास भूविज्ञान में गहरा अनुभव और विशेषज्ञता है। आवेदन करते समय उम्र सीमा, अनुभव और शैक्षिक योग्यता पर विशेष ध्यान दें क्योंकि वे कड़े हैं। ऑन-कॉल सेवा होने के कारण काम के दिन सीमित होंगे, लेकिन प्रति दिन अच्छा मानदेय मिलेगा। आवेदन पूरी तरह से दस्तावेजों के साथ समय पर भेजना जरूरी है, अन्यथा आवेदन अस्वीकृत हो सकता है।
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