🏢OICL Assistant Recruitment 2025: Check vacancies, application fees and process and important dates

OICL Assistant Recruitment 2025 Notification Overview

A fantastic career opportunity awaits graduates as The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL) has announced the OICL Assistant Recruitment 2025. This is a major hiring drive to fill 500 Assistant positions in its offices across the country. For aspirants seeking a stable and prestigious government job, this is a not-to-be-missed chance. The recruitment offers an impressive starting salary of approximately ₹40,000 per month in a metro city, along with numerous benefits. The online application process begins on August 2, 2025, and will conclude on August 17, 2025. This article serves as your complete guide, covering every detail from vacancy distribution to the selection process and syllabus.

Key Highlights of OICL Recruitment 2025

The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL) is a leading public sector general insurance company, wholly owned by the Government of India. Working with OICL means being part of a legacy of trust and service. This recruitment for the post of Assistant is a gateway to a secure career path with immense growth potential within the organization. The selection will be based on a two-tier online examination followed by a regional language test, ensuring a fair and transparent process for all candidates.

Particulars	Details
Recruitment Body	The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL)
Post Name	Assistant
Total Vacancies	500
Salary / Pay Scale	Approx. ₹40,000/- per month
Job Location	Various States / UTs across India
Application Start Date	August 2, 2025
Application Last Date	August 17, 2025

OICL Assistant Vacancy 2025 Breakdown

The 500 vacancies for the Assistant post are distributed across various states and union territories. Candidates can only apply for vacancies in one State/UT. It is crucial to check the number of vacancies in your desired state before applying.

State / Union Territory	Official Language	Number of Vacancies
Andhra Pradesh	Telugu	26
Arunachal Pradesh	English	2
Assam	Assamese	4
Bihar	Hindi	19
Chandigarh	Hindi/Punjabi	5
Chhattisgarh	Hindi	11
Goa	Konkani	1
Gujarat	Gujarati	28
Haryana	Hindi	7
Himachal Pradesh	Hindi	5
Jammu & Kashmir	Hindi/Urdu	3
Jharkhand	Hindi	5
Karnataka	Kannada	47
Kerala	Malayalam	37
Madhya Pradesh	Hindi	19
Maharashtra	Marathi	64
Mizoram	Mizo	2
Delhi	Hindi	66
Odisha	Odia	12
Punjab	Punjabi	14
Rajasthan	Hindi	27
Sikkim	Nepali/English	2
Tamil Nadu	Tamil	37
Tripura	Bengali / Kokborok	2
UT of Daman & Diu	Gujarati	2
Uttar Pradesh	Hindi	12
Uttarakhand	Hindi	18
West Bengal	Bengali	23
Total		500

OICL Assistant Eligibility Criteria 2025

Before applying, candidates must carefully review the eligibility criteria regarding educational qualifications and age limits to ensure they qualify for the post.

Educational Qualification (as on 31.07.2025)

• Graduation: A candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University in India, or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
• English Proficiency: The candidate must have passed English as one of the subjects in their SSC (10th), HSC (12th), Intermediate, or Graduation level.
• Regional Language: Proficiency in the regional language (reading, writing, and speaking) of the State/UT for which the candidate is applying is essential. A language proficiency test will be conducted before the final selection.

Age Limit (as on 31.07.2025)

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 30 years

Candidates must have been born not earlier than July 31, 1995, and not later than July 31, 2004 (both dates inclusive).

Age Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxed for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government norms:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen: Actual period of service rendered in the Defence forces + 3 years (subject to a maximum age of 45 years).
• Widows, Divorced Women (not remarried): 5 years
• Existing Employees of OICL: 5 years

OICL Assistant Salary and Benefits 2025

This section is crucial for aspirants as it details the financial rewards of the job. The OICL Assistant position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it a highly sought-after role.

The official pay scale for the post is ₹22405-1305(1)-23710-1425(2)-26560-1605(5)-34585-1855(2)-38295-2260(3)-45075-2345(2)-49765-2500(5)-62265.

Let’s break this down:

• Initial Basic Pay: A newly joined Assistant will start with a basic pay of ₹22,405.
• Increments: You will receive your first increment of ₹1,305 after one year. For the next two years, the increment will be ₹1,425 annually, and so on, as detailed in the pay scale.

The total initial emoluments (salary in hand) in a metropolitan city will be approximately ₹40,000 per month. This includes various allowances like:

• Dearness Allowance (DA): This is revised quarterly based on the Consumer Price Index.
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): This varies depending on the city of posting (higher in metro cities).
• Transport Allowance (TA): To cover commuting expenses.

Beyond the monthly salary, OICL Assistants are entitled to a range of lucrative benefits, including:

• National Pension System (NPS): A defined contribution pension scheme for a secure future.
• Medical Benefits: Lumpsum Domiciliary Medical Benefit and coverage under a Group Mediclaim Policy for hospitalization expenses for self and dependents.
• Leave Travel Subsidy (LTS): For travel with family to a destination of your choice within India.
• Other Staff Welfare Schemes: Access to various other welfare schemes as per the company’s rules.

OICL Assistant Selection Process 2025 Explained

The selection process for the OICL Assistant post is structured in three stages to ensure the most suitable candidates are selected.

1. Tier I: Preliminary Examination (Online)
2. Tier II: Main Examination (Online)
3. Regional Language Test

Tier 1: Preliminary Examination

This is a qualifying exam. Marks obtained in this phase will not be considered for the final merit list. Candidates must clear the sectional as well as the overall cutoff to be shortlisted for the Main Examination.

• Mode: Online Objective Test
• Negative Marking: Yes, one-fourth (0.25) of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Subject	No. of Questions / Maximum Marks	Duration
English Language	30 / 30	20 minutes
Reasoning Ability	35 / 35	20 minutes
Numerical Ability	35 / 35	20 minutes
Total	100	60 minutes

Tier 2: Main Examination

The marks obtained in the Main Examination will be the primary factor for final selection.

• Mode: Online Objective Test
• Negative Marking: Yes, one-fourth (0.25) of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Subject	No. of Questions / Maximum Marks	Duration
English Language	40 / 50	30 minutes
Reasoning Ability	40 / 50	30 minutes
Numerical Ability	40 / 50	30 minutes
Computer Knowledge	40 / 50	15 minutes
General Awareness	40 / 50	15 minutes
Total	200 / 250	120 minutes

Tier 3: Regional Language Test

Candidates who qualify the Main Examination will be called for a Regional Language Test. This test is qualifying in nature, and no separate marks will be awarded. However, failing this test will lead to disqualification.

Detailed Syllabus for OICL Assistant Exam 2025

A thorough understanding of the syllabus is the first step toward effective preparation. Here is a detailed, topic-wise syllabus for the OICL Assistant examination.

Subject	Important Topics
Numerical Ability	Number System, HCF & LCM, Simplification, Approximation, Data Interpretation (DI), Quadratic Equations, Number Series, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Speed, Time & Distance, Mensuration, Permutation & Combination, Probability.
Reasoning Ability	Puzzles (Floor, Box, Day/Month-based), Seating Arrangements (Linear, Circular), Syllogism, Inequality, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Coding-Decoding, Order and Ranking, Alphanumeric Series, Input-Output, Data Sufficiency, Logical Reasoning.
English Language	Reading Comprehension (RC), Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Fill in the Blanks, Error Spotting, Sentence Correction/Improvement, Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms), Idioms & Phrases, Word Swap.
General Awareness	Current Affairs (last 6 months), Banking & Insurance Awareness, Financial Awareness, Static GK (Countries & Capitals, Important Days, Books & Authors, Awards), Government Schemes, Budget and Economic Survey.
Computer Knowledge	History and Generation of Computers, Computer Organization, Hardware & Software, Input & Output Devices, Memory, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet, Networking, Computer Security & Viruses, Keyboard Shortcuts, File Extensions.

How to Apply Online for OICL Assistant Recruitment 2025

Candidates must apply online through the official website. Follow this step-by-step guide for a smooth application process.

Documents to Keep Ready Before Applying:

• Scanned copy of your recent passport-size photograph (4.5cm x 3.5cm, 20kb-50kb).
• Scanned copy of your signature on white paper with black ink (10kb-20kb).
• Scanned copy of your left thumb impression on white paper (10kb-20kb).
• A hand-written declaration on white paper with black ink (20kb-50kb). The text is: “I, [Name of the candidate], hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
• Valid personal Email ID and Mobile Number.
• Details for online payment (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, etc.).

Step-by-Step Application Guide:

1. Visit the official OICL website (link provided below)
2. Navigate to the “Careers” section on the homepage.
3. Find the link for “RECRUITMENT OF 500 ASSISTANTS” and click on it.
4. Click on the “APPLY ONLINE” link.
5. Choose the tab “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION”.
6. Enter your basic information like Name, Mobile Number, and Email ID. A provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated and sent to you via SMS and Email.
7. Log in and fill out the detailed application form with your personal, academic, and communication details.
8. Upload the scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and hand-written declaration as per the specified format.
9. Preview the entire application form to check for any errors before final submission.
10. Proceed to the “PAYMENT” tab and pay the application fee using the available online payment modes.
11. After successful payment, a confirmation e-receipt will be generated.
12. Take a printout of the final submitted application form and the e-receipt for your future reference.

Important Dates for OICL Recruitment 2025

Event	Date
Online Registration Starts	August 2, 2025
Last Date for Online Registration	August 17, 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment	August 17, 2025
Tier I (Preliminary) Exam Date	September 7, 2025
Tier II (Main) Exam Date	October 28, 2025

OICL Assistant Application Fees 2025

Category	Application Fee
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen	₹100/- (Intimation Charges only)
All other candidates	₹850/- (Application Fee + Intimation Charges)

Essential Links for OICL Assistant 2025

Link For	Click Here
Apply Online	Apply online
Official Notification PDF	Download here
Official Website	Press here

This recruitment drive by The Oriental Insurance Company Limited is more than just a job opening; it’s a gateway to a secure and rewarding career in the public sector. With 500 vacancies and an attractive salary package, the competition is expected to be high. A structured preparation strategy based on the detailed syllabus and exam pattern is essential for success. Ensure you complete your application well before the last date to avoid any last-minute technical issues. Prepare well, stay focused, and take the first step towards a bright future with OICL.