OICL AO Scale I Recruitment 2025, released the new notification for the recruitment of Oriental Insurance OICL AO Scale I Administrative Officer (Generalist & Hindi Officer) New Vacancy 2025 for 300 Posts, OICL AO Scale I Online Registration Form 2025 has started from 03 December 2025 to 18 December 2025 through the official website of the Authority.
The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL) has released the OICL AO Recruitment 2025 notification for 300 Administrative Officer (Scale-I) Positions The online application process is currently open, with the final submission deadline on December 18, 2025.
OICL AO Scale I Recruitment 2025 Overview :
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL) |
| Post Name | Administrative Officer (AO) Scale-I |
| Total Vacancies | 300 |
| Disciplines | Generalist and Hindi Officer |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Start Date | December 3, 2025 |
| Registration End Date | December 18, 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date (Tentative) | January 10, 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date (Tentative) | February 28, 2026 |
| Age Limit (as of Nov 30, 2025) | 21 to 30 years (with relaxations) |
| Educational Qualification | Varies by discipline (e.g., Graduate degree) |
| Application Fee (General/Others) | ₹1000 |
| Application Fee (SC/ST/PwBD) | ₹250 |
| Gross Salary (Approx.) | ₹85,000 per month (in metro cities) |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Interview |
Important Dates :
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- Notification Release Date: December 1, 2025
- Online Registration Starts: December 3, 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fees: December 18, 2025
- Preliminary Examination (Tentative): January 10, 2026
- Main Examination (Tentative): February 28, 2026
OICL AO Scale I Recruitment 2025 Vacancies :
- Administrative Officer (Generalist): 285 Posts
- Administrative Officer (Hindi Officer): 15 Posts
OICL AO Scale I Recruitment 2025 Eligibility :
Education Qualification :
- Graduate/ Post Graduate Degree in Any Stream, with 60% Marks for General/ OBC/ EWS and 55% Marks for SC/ST Candidates OR Equivalent Eligibility From Any Recognised University/ Institution in India.
- Master’s Degree OR Equivalent Eligibility From Any Recognised University/ Institution in India. with 60% Marks for General/ OBC/ EWS and 55% Marks for SC/ST Candidates with One of the Following Combinations
- Master’s Degree in Hindi with English at the Degree Level (as a compulsory, elective subject, or medium of examination).
- Master’s Degree in Any Subject other than Hindi or English with Hindi medium and English at the Degree Level (as a compulsory, elective subject, or medium of examination).
Nationality
Candidates must be citizens of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan.
Age Limit :
- Minimum : 21 years old
- Maximum : 30 years old
Salary :
| Allowance | Amount (₹) |
| Salary | ₹85,000/- Per Month. |
| Allowances | Allowances As Per Government Norms. |
Exam pattern :
| Name of the Test | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
Main Examination
The main exam consists of both an Objective Test and a Descriptive Test, conducted online immediately after one another.
Objective Test Pattern
The pattern varies slightly for Generalist and Hindi Officer roles:
Generalist Officers:
| Name of the Test | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 35 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 150 minutes |
Hindi (Rajbhasha) Officers:
This stream has an objective test focused on professional knowledge. The sections include Reasoning, English Language, Professional Knowledge (Hindi & English grammar/vocabulary, official language rules), General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge.
Descriptive Test Pattern (Qualifying)
This section is also qualifying in nature, but candidates must pass it for the interview stage.
- Generalist Officers: A 30-minute test worth 30 marks, requiring typing on the computer for tasks like Essay (20 marks) and Précis writing (10 marks).
- Hindi Officers: A 60-minute test worth 50 marks, involving tasks such as English Essay, Hindi Essay, Hindi Letter Writing, English to Hindi Translation, and Hindi to English Translation.
Syllabus :
The syllabus covers a wide range of topics in each section:
- Reasoning Ability: Puzzles & Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Blood Relations, Input-Output, Coding-Decoding, Data Sufficiency, Logical Reasoning, and more.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Simplification & Approximation, Number Series, Inequalities, Data Interpretation (various chart types), Arithmetic topics (Profit & Loss, Time & Work, S.I./C.I., etc.).
- English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Spotting, Sentence Correction/Improvement, Para Jumbles, Fill in the Blanks, and Vocabulary-based questions.
- General Awareness: Current Affairs, Banking and Insurance awareness, Indian Financial System, Government Schemes, Awards, Summits, and Economic Terminologies.
Application Fee :
- ₹250/- (inclusive of GST) for SC, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates.
- ₹1000/- (inclusive of GST) for all other candidates (General, OBC, etc.).
OICL AO Scale I Recruitment 2025 Application Process :
- Visit the Official Website: Navigate to the Oriental Insurance Company careers section and find the link for “Recruitment of Administrative Officers (Scale-I) 2025”. This link will redirect you to the application portal hosted by IBPS. The direct application link is ibpsreg.ibps.in/oiclnov25/.
- New Registration: Click on the “Click here for New Registration” link. Provide basic personal details (name, contact number, email ID) to generate a provisional registration number and password.
- Fill the Application Form: Log in using your generated credentials. Fill out the comprehensive application form with accurate personal, educational, and communication details. Ensure all information is correct before proceeding.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned images of the following documents according to the specified dimensions and file sizes mentioned in the official notification:
- Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- A handwritten declaration
- Preview and Verify: Carefully review all the details entered in the form using the “Preview” tab. Make any necessary corrections before final submission, as the form cannot be edited afterward.
- Pay Application Fees: Proceed to the payment gateway. Pay the application fee online using Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, or Mobile Wallets. The fees are:
- ₹1000/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates.
- ₹250/- for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
- Final Submission & Print: After successful payment, the application form will be finally submitted. Print a copy of your completed application form and the e-receipt for future reference.
OICL AO Scale I Recruitment 2025 Selection Process :
- Pre Exam.
- Mains Exam.
- Interview.
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination.