The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL), one of India’s leading public sector general insurance companies, has officially announced its Assistant Recruitment 2025, marking an excellent career opportunity for aspirants eyeing a stable and respected government position. This large-scale drive aims to fill 500 Assistant (Class III) posts in OICL offices nationwide, and comes after a significant gap, making the notification all the more anticipated. Candidates interested can apply online from August 2, 2025, through August 17, 2025, exclusively via the official OICL website. The age criteria, as outlined in the notification, require candidates to be between 21 and 30 years old as of July 31, 2025, with relaxations as per government norms. Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or its equivalent to be eligible for these posts.
Important Dates
Application Form Start Date: 02 August 2025
Application Form Last Date: 17 August 2025
Tier I (Preliminary) Exam Date: 07 September 2025
Tier II (Main) Exam Date: 28 October 2025
Age Limit
as on 31 July 2025
Minimum Age: 21 years
Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age relaxations as per government norms
Application Fees
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: ₹ 250/-
All other candidates: ₹ 1000/-
To apply for the OICL Assistant Recruitment 2025, follow these steps:
Visit the Official Website of OICL
- Go to the Oriental Insurance Company Ltd. official website Portal: https://orientalinsurance.org.in/
Registration
- On the homepage, navigate to the ‘Careers’ or ‘Recruitment’ section.
- Click on “Apply Online” for OICL Assistant Recruitment 2025.
- Select “Click here for New Registration”.
- Fill in your basic details such as your name, parents’ names, valid mobile number, and email ID.
- You will receive a registration ID and password on your registered email and mobile.
Fill the Application Form
- Log in using the registration details.
- Complete the rest of the form by entering personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration. Ensure these conform to the required formats and sizes as specified in the notification.
Pay Application Fee Online
- SC/ST/PWD/Ex-Servicemen: ₹ 250/-
- Others: ₹ 1,000/-
- Pay the fee using Debit/Credit card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Retain the e-receipt as proof.
Submit and Download Print
- Verify all details.
- Click ‘Submit’.
- Download and save a copy of the complete application form for future reference.
Vacancy Details
The Assistant post are distributed across various states and union territories:
| State / Union Territory | Official Language | 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 |
Salary
The OICL Assistant post provides a robust salary structure; newly recruited assistants can expect a starting basic pay of ₹22,405, with the in-hand monthly salary amounting to around ₹40,000 in metropolitan cities after including all allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), and other company benefits. This attractive compensation is complemented by a suite of perks like medical facilities, leave travel concession, group insurance, and other admissible benefits. The pay scale also enables steady increments over the years and opportunities for promotion to higher designations based on performance and service length.
Selection Process
Selection for the Assistant position is a multi-stage process consisting of a preliminary Tier 1 written examination, a Tier 2 main exam, and a Regional Language Proficiency Test. Shortlisted candidates will be assigned to various cities across India as per the company’s requirements and the candidate’s preference stated during the application. Prospective applicants should prepare all scanned documents as instructed and complete the online registration and fee payment promptly to avoid last-minute issues. With only online submissions being accepted, and a strict deadline, timely action is crucial. For those seeking a long-term, progressive, and reputable career in the government sector, OICL’s Assistant Recruitment 2025 is a golden chance to be part of a reputed organization offering both financial security and career growth.
Exam Pattern
Tier 1: Preliminary Examination:
- Negative Marking: 1/4 Marks
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
Tier 2: Main Examination:
- Negative Marking: 1/4 Marks
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 50 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
Syllabus
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
Note : For more complete information kindly read the Official Notifications.