| OICL Recruitment 2025 :- OICL has been officially launched by The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL), a leading public sector general insurance company wholly owned by the Government of India. This major OICL Administrative Officer Recruitment drive, under Advertisement Ref No: OICL/Rect/DRE-2025/AO-IGen/Hindi, invites online applications for 300 prestigious posts of Administrative Officers in Scale-I cadre. This OICL AO 2025 notification offers an excellent career opportunity for graduates and postgraduates to join a premier financial institution with a pan-India presence. The recruitment includes both Generalist (285 posts) and specialized Hindi Officer (15 posts) streams. |
OICL Recruitment 2025 Details
| Stream | Total Posts | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Officer (Generalist) | 285 | 123 | 68 | 42 | 24 | 28 | 14* |
| Administrative Officer (Hindi/Rajbhasha) | 15 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 300 | 130 | 72 | 44 | 25 | 29 | 15 |
*PwBD Category-wise Breakup (for Generalist stream):
a) Blindness & Low Vision: 3 | b) Deaf & Hard of Hearing: 3 | c) Locomotor Disability: 4 | d) Autism, SLD, MI: 4
Note: Includes backlog vacancies. Vacancies are provisional and subject to change.
OICL Recruitment 2025 Educational Qualification
| Post | Minimum Qualification(As on 30.11.2025) | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Generalist Officer | Graduate / Post Graduate in any stream from a recognized University. | 60% (55% for SC/ST) |
| Hindi (Rajbhasha) Officer | Master’s Degree in Hindi with English OR Master’s in English with Hindi OR Master’s in any subject with Hindi/English as medium & the other as subject. | 60% (55% for SC/ST) |
OICL Recruitment 2025 Age Limit
| Criteria | Details(As on 30.11.2025) |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years (Born between 01 Dec 1995 and 30 Nov 2004) |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 yrs,PwBD: 10 yrs,Ex-Servicemen: 5 yrs,Others: As per rules |
OICL Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Activity | Key Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date | 01 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment | 15 December 2025 (Till midnight) |
| Tentative Date of Online Preliminary Exam (Tier-I) | 10 January 2026 |
| Tentative Date of Online Mains Exam (Tier-II) | 28 February 2026 |
OICL Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (Non-Refundable) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹250/- (Intimation Charges Only) |
| All Others (UR/OBC/EWS) | ₹1000/- (Application Fee + Intimation Charges) |
| Payment Mode | Online Only (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Wallets) |
OICL Recruitment 2025 Salary & Benefits
- Pay Scale: ₹50,925 – 2,500(14) – 85,925 – 2,710(4) – ₹96,765
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹50,925/-
- Approximate Gross Monthly Emoluments: ₹85,000/- (in Metropolitan Centers)
- Allowances: DA, HRA, City Compensatory Allowance, etc., as per rules.
- Other Benefits: Pension under NPS, Gratuity, LTS, Medical Benefits, Group Personal Accident Insurance, Company/Leased Accommodation.
- Probation Period: 1 year (extendable by 6 months twice).
- Mandatory Exam: Must pass the non-life “Licentiate Examination” conducted by the Insurance Institute of India during probation.
OICL Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
| Phase | Exam Name | Type | Marks | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase-I | Preliminary Exam | Online Objective (MCQ) | 100 | 1 Hour | Screening Test. Qualifying in nature. |
| Phase-II | Main Exam | Part-A: Online Objective Part-B: Online Descriptive | 200 30 | 2.5 Hrs 30 Min | Main Selection Test. Descriptive is qualifying. |
| Phase-III | Interview | Personal Interview | To be added | – | Final Selection Stage |
Final Merit Calculation: Mains (Objective) Score (80%) + Interview Score (20%)
OICL Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Phase-I: Preliminary Exam (Qualifying)
| Section | No. of Qs | Marks | Duration | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Min | English |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Min | Eng/Hindi |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 Min | Eng/Hindi |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
Phase-II: Main Exam (For Generalist)
A. Objective Test (200 Marks – 150 Min)
| Section | No. of Qs | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test of Reasoning | 45 | 45 | 45 Min |
| Test of English Language | 40 | 40 | 30 Min |
| Test of General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 20 Min |
| Test of Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 40 Min |
| Test of Computer Knowledge | 35 | 35 | 15 Min |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 150 Min |
B. Descriptive Test (Qualifying – 30 Marks – 30 Min)
- English Language (Essay – 20 marks & Précis – 10 marks).
Note: Hindi Officers have a different Main Exam pattern with Professional Knowledge and Descriptive test in both English & Hindi.
How to Apply ?
- Visit the official career portal: https://orientalinsurance.org.in
- Click on the “APPLY ONLINE” link for the AO recruitment.
- Register using a valid Email ID & Mobile Number to generate Provisional Registration No. & Password.
- Log in and fill the detailed online application form (Personal, Educational Details).
- Upload Scanned Documents as per specified format:
- Photograph (4.5cm x 3.5cm, 20-50 KB)
- Signature (with black ink, 10-20 KB)
- Left Thumb Impression (20-50 KB)
- Hand-written Declaration (Text provided in advt., 50-100 KB)
- Pay the application fee online via the integrated payment gateway.
- Submit and take a printout of the final application form and e-receipt.
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FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for OICL Recruitment 2025 ?
The last date for online registration and fee payment is 15 December 2025 (midnight). The application window opened on 01 December 2025.
Q2. Can final year students apply for OICL Recruitment 2025 ?
No. The candidate must possess the final degree certificate/mark sheet proving that they have passed the qualifying examination on or before 30th November 2025.
Q3. Is there a bond period for selected candidates in OICL Recruitment 2025?
Yes. Selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the company for a minimum period of 4 years (including probation). Resignation before this period entails payment of liquidated damages.
Q4. Are the exam centers for Prelims and Mains the same?
The list of centers for Phase-II (Mains) is more limited than for Phase-I (Prelims). The company reserves the right to allot any center. The provisional list of centers is provided in the advertisement.
Q5. What is the probation period and training for the selected AO?
The probation period is one year, extendable twice by six months each. During probation, officers must pass the non-life “Licentiate Examination” conducted by the Insurance Institute of India to be confirmed in service.