OICL AO Recruitment 2025: The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL) has officially released the OICL AO Recruitment 2025 notification for 300 Administrative Officer (Scale-I) vacancies including 285 Generalist and 15 Hindi Officer positions. This Government of India undertaking offers an attractive career in the insurance sector. Online applications open from December 1-15, 2025 at orientalinsurance.org.in.
OICL AO 2025: Vacancy Overview
The recruitment includes both fresh vacancies and backlog positions for Administrative Officer Scale-I posts.
| Recruitment Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL) |
| Post Name | Administrative Officer (AO) Scale-I |
| Total Vacancies | 300 Posts |
| Generalist Officer | 285 Posts |
| Hindi Officer | 15 Posts |
| Short Notice Released | 25th November 2025 |
| Detailed Notification | 1st December 2025 (6:30 PM) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | www.orientalinsurance.org.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification | 25th November 2025 |
| Detailed Notification | 1st December 2025 (6:30 PM) |
| Online Apply Starts | 1st December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15th December 2025 |
| Prelims Exam (Tentative) | 10th January 2026 |
| Mains Exam (Tentative) | 28th February 2026 |
| Interview | To be notified |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Varies by discipline:
| Stream | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Generalist | Graduate degree with 60% marks (55% SC/ST) |
| Accounts | M.Com/MBA Finance/CA/CMA with 60% (55% SC/ST) |
| IT/Computer | B.E/B.Tech/MCA in IT/CS/ECE with 60% |
| Engineering | B.E/B.Tech in relevant branch with 60% |
| Medical | MBBS/BDS from recognized university |
| Legal | Law Graduate with 60% marks |
| Hindi Officer | Post Graduate in Hindi with 60% marks |
Age Limit (as on 31st December 2025)
| Category | Age Range |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 30 years |
| SC/ST | 35 years (5 years relaxation) |
| OBC | 33 years (3 years relaxation) |
| PwBD (General) | 40 years (10 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 35 years (5 years relaxation) |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹1,000 + GST |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹250 + GST |
| OICL Employees | ₹250/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking) |
Salary Structure
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹50,925-2500(14)-85,925-2710(4)-96,765 |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹50,925/- |
| Annual Increment | ₹2,500 (first 14 years), ₹2,710 (next 4 years) |
| Total Monthly Emoluments | Approximately ₹85,000/- (Metro cities) |
| Maximum Basic Pay | ₹96,765/- |
Selection Process: 3 Stages
The OICL AO selection involves three stages:
Stage 1: Prelims Exam
- Objective-type test
- Qualifying nature only
- Marks not counted for final merit
- Negative marking: 1/4 mark per wrong answer
Stage 2: Mains Exam
- Objective (200 marks) + Descriptive (30 marks)
- Total: 230 marks
- Sectional and overall cut-off applicable
Stage 3: Interview
- For Mains-qualified candidates
- Final Merit: Mains (80%) + Interview (20%)
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps:
- Visit orientalinsurance.org.in/careers from December 1, 2025
- Click “Administrative Officer Recruitment 2025” link
- Register using email ID and mobile number
- Fill the online form with personal and academic details
- Upload photo, signature, and documents (specified format)
- Pay examination fee through online mode
- Submit and download confirmation receipt
- Print and save for future reference
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | orientalinsurance.org.in/careers (Start from Dec 1, 2025) |
| Short Notice | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.orientalinsurance.org.in |
| Download Notification | Available Soon |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1: What is the age limit for OICL AO 2025?
A: Minimum age is 21 years and maximum is 30 years as on 31st December 2025. Age relaxation: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years).
Q 2: What is the salary of OICL Administrative Officer?
A: Initial basic pay is ₹50,925/- per month with total emoluments of approximately ₹85,000/- per month in metropolitan cities including all allowances.
Q 3: How many vacancies are there in OICL AO 2025?
A: Total 300 vacancies: 285 for Generalist Officers and 15 for Hindi Officers, including backlog vacancies from previous cycles.
Visit orientalinsurance.org.in/careers and submit your online application. This is a prestigious government insurance job with excellent salary and career growth. Prepare well for the January 2026 exam. Good luck!
Disclaimer: All information based on official OICL notification dated 25th November 2025. For complete details, visit www.orientalinsurance.org.in.