Recruitment Overview
- Organization: The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL), a Government of India entity
- Post: Assistant (Class III)
- Total Vacancies: 500 (including backlog positions)
Important Dates
- Short Notice Released: 30 July 2025
- Detailed Notification Out: 1 August 2025 (from ~6:00 PM)
- Online Application Window: 2–17 August 2025 (closes till 11:59 PM)
- Tier-I (Prelims): 7 September 2025
- Tier-II (Mains): 28 October 2025
- Regional Language Test: Date to be announced
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit (as of relevant date): 18–26 years (likely up to 17 August 2025); relaxations apply (SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs, ex-servicemen, J&K domicile, OICL employees)
- Educational Qualification:
- Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university OR
- 12th pass with ≥60% marks (≥50% for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex‐Servicemen)
- Must have studied English (SSC/HSC/Intermediate/Graduation level)
- Proficiency in the regional language of the state/UT applied for is mandatory
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹850 (Intimation + Application)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex‑Servicemen / OICL employees: ₹100 or ₹250 (intimation charges only) depending on source
Selection Process
- Tier‑I (Preliminary Online Exam) – Objective MCQs
- Tier‑II (Main Online Exam) – Objective + Descriptive format
- Regional Language Proficiency Test – Mandatory pass
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Salary Structure & In-Hand Pay
- Pay Scale/Basic Pay: ₹14,500–₹60,000 (Class III scale per 7th CPC)
- Typical Starting Gross Salary: ₹30,000–₹60,000/month (urban centers)
- In-Hand Estimate: ₹35,000–₹50,000 depending on allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), medical, etc.
Summary Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 500 Assistant (Class III) posts |
| Application Window | 2–17 August 2025 |
| Prelim Exam Date | 7 September 2025 |
| Main Exam Date | 28 October 2025 |
| Age Eligibility | 18–26 years (relaxations applicable) |
| Qualification | Graduate OR 12th pass with ≥60% and English knowledge |
| Regional Language Proficiency | Mandatory for applied state |
| Fee Structure | ₹850 (Gen/OBC/EWS); ₹100-250 (SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/OICL staff) |
| Salary Overview | ₹14,500‑60,000 basic; ₹35K‑50K in-hand approx. |
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: orientalinsurance.org.in → go to “Careers” → “Recruitment of Assistants 2025”
- Complete one-time registration using valid email/mobile
- Login and fill out the application form
- Upload required documents—photo, signature, educational certificates, declaration, etc.
- Pay application fee (if applicable), submit, and take a printout of confirmation page
Prep Tips
- Revise sectional pattern and practice mock tests for Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge (especially for Tier-II)
- Review the format of descriptive English writing for Tier-II mains
- Practice reading, writing, and speaking in the regional language you choose to apply for
- Monitor the official website for admit card and language test schedules
