Oriental Insurance Company Ltd. Announces 500 Assistant Vacancies: A Golden Opportunity for Job Seekers

The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL), a prominent public sector general insurance company fully owned by the Government of India, has released a short notice for the recruitment of 500 Assistants (Class III). This significant announcement marks a promising opportunity for individuals seeking stable employment within the insurance sector, with online registrations set to commence on August 2, 2025.

The recruitment drive aims to fill 500 Assistant positions across various regions, including backlog vacancies. A detailed notification, providing comprehensive information on state-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limits, qualifications, application fees, and reservation policies, is expected to be released on August 1, 2025, after 6:30 PM on the official OICL website, www.orientalinsurance.org.in.

Key Dates to Remember:

• Short Notice Released: July 30, 2025
• Detailed Notification Available: August 1, 2025 (after 6:30 PM)
• Online Application Starts: August 2, 2025
• Last Date to Submit Application: August 17, 2025
• Last Date to Pay Application Fee: August 17, 2025
• Tier I (Preliminary) Exam (Tentative): September 7, 2025
• Tier II (Mains) Exam (Tentative): October 28, 2025
• Regional Language Test: To be notified later

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates interested in applying for the Assistant posts must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Educational Qualification: Applicants must hold a Graduation Degree from a recognized university OR have passed the HSC/Equivalent (12th pass) examination with at least 60% marks (50% for Ex-servicemen, SC/ST, and Persons with Disabilities). It is mandatory to have passed English as one of the subjects at the SSC/HSC/Intermediate/Graduation level. Proficiency in the regional language of the state of recruitment is essential and will be assessed through a Regional Language Test.
• Age Limit: Candidates should generally be between 18 and 26 years of age. Age relaxations will be applicable for reserved categories as per government norms (e.g., 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwD, and other relaxations for Ex-Servicemen, Widows, Divorced women, etc.).
• Nationality: Applicants must be citizens of India.

Selection Process:

The selection process for OICL Assistant Recruitment 2025 comprises three stages:

1. Tier I (Preliminary) Exam: This is an objective-type online test covering Reasoning, English Language, and Numerical Ability.
2. Tier II (Mains) Exam: This stage includes both objective and descriptive components, assessing knowledge in General Awareness, Computer Knowledge, and Insurance Awareness, along with language and writing skills.
3. Regional Language Test: This test is mandatory for final selection and assesses the candidate’s proficiency in the regional language of the state for which they have applied.

Final selection will be based on the candidate’s performance in the online examination and the regional language test.

Application Process:

Eligible and interested candidates must apply online through the official OICL website, www.orientalinsurance.org.in, between August 2 and August 17, 2025. The application process typically involves:

1. Visiting the official website and navigating to the “Careers” section.
2. Clicking on the “Recruitment of Assistants 2025” link.
3. Registering as a new user by providing basic details to generate a Registration ID and Password.
4. Filling out the detailed application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact information.
5. Uploading scanned copies of photograph and signature as per the specified guidelines.
6. Paying the application fee online (expected to be Rs. 250/- for SC, ST, PWBD, Ex-Servicemen and Rs. 1000/- for others).
7. Submitting the application form and taking a printout for future reference.

Candidates are strongly advised to meticulously review the detailed notification once released on August 1, 2025, to ensure they meet all eligibility criteria and adhere to the application guidelines to avoid any disqualification. This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for aspiring individuals to join a reputable public sector organization.