This is a crucial, high-stakes recruitment drive. It’s happening fast. The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL) has thrown open the gates for 300 Administrative Officers (AO, Scale I).
Here is the raw data you need, covering the eligibility, dates, and what this job actually pays:
The application window is tight—only 15 days, maybe less depending on the final notification. Don’t miss this.
Key Dates (Set Your Alarm)
| Event | Date (Tentative) | Note |
| Online Registration Starts | December 3, 2025 (6:30 PM onwards) | Tomorrow! The link goes live on the OICL website. |
| Registration Last Date | December 18, 2025 (Final date, confirmed by search) | You have about 15 days to apply and pay the fee. |
| Tier I (Prelims) Exam | January 10, 2026 | About 5 weeks after applications close. |
| Tier II (Mains) Exam | February 28, 2026 | Less than 7 weeks after Prelims. |
The Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Total Posts | Eligibility Snapshot |
| Generalist Officer | 285 Posts | Graduate/PG in ANY stream with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST). |
| Hindi Officer | 15 Posts | Master’s Degree in Hindi/English (check detailed notification for specific combinations). |
Eligibility and Money Talk
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Age Limit: Must be between 21 and 30 years old as of November 30, 2025. Age relaxation applies for OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), and PwBD (10 years).
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Application Fee: This is not free, or nothing. You need to pay online.
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General/OBC/EWS: ₹1000/-
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SC/ST/PwBD/OICL Employees: ₹250/-
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The Paycheck: A big reason to apply. The monthly gross emoluments are roughly ₹85,000/- in metropolitan centers. The basic pay scale starts at ₹50,925/-.
The Selection Gauntlet
The process is a three-stage gauntlet, not just one test:
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Phase I: Preliminary Exam (Objective, 100 Marks, 60 minutes). This is a screening test.
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Phase II: Mains Exam (Objective + Descriptive Test). This carries the main weight (80%).
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Phase III: Interview (20% weight).
