Recruitment Notification for 500 Assistant Posts – Oriental Insurance Company Limited
Last Updated: August 2025 | Applications Open: August 2-17, 2025
ORIENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED RECRUITMENT, a leading public sector general insurer fully owned by the Government of India, has announced a recruitment drive for 500 Assistant (Class III cadre) positions. This article provides complete details about the vacancy including eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, and application procedure.
Key Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 500 Assistant Posts
- Application Mode: Online Only
- Selection Process: Two-tier examination system followed by regional language test
- Pay Scale: As per company norms for Assistant cadre
Important Dates: ORIENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED RECRUITMENT
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online registration and fee payment | August 2, 2025 to August 17, 2025 (both days inclusive) |
| Tier I (Preliminary Exam) - Tentative Date | September 7, 2025 |
| Tier II (Main Exam) - Tentative Date | October 28, 2025 |
| Call Letter Download | 7 days before each examination date (Tentative) |
Eligibility Criteria : ORIENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED RECRUITMENT
Age Limit (as on July 31, 2025)
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Maximum age: 30 years
- Only candidates born between July 31, 1995 and July 31, 2004 (both dates inclusive) are eligible
Age Relaxation : ORIENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED RECRUITMENT
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (Non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years (up to 45 years) |
| Widows, divorced women, or legally separated women (unmarried) | 5 years |
| Current employees of Oriental Insurance Company Ltd. | 5 years |
Educational Qualification: ORIENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED RECRUITMENT
- Bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognized university or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government
- Must have passed English as a subject at SSC/HSC/Intermediate/Graduation level
- Proof of qualification completion must be available by July 31, 2025
Nationality Requirements : ORIENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED RECRUITMENT
Applicants must be:
- Indian citizens, or
- Subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, or
- Tibetan refugees who entered India before January 1, 1962 intending permanent settlement, or
- Persons of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Burma, or East African nations with permanent settlement intention
Candidates under categories (b) to (d) must have a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
Selection Process : ORIENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED RECRUITMENT
The selection process consists of three stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Tier I)
- Main Examination (Tier II)
- Regional Language Test (for candidates qualifying the Main Exam)
Tier I - Preliminary Online Test (Objective Type)
| Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes | English |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes | English/Hindi |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes | English/Hindi |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Candidates must score the minimum qualifying marks in each section to move on to the next stage.
Tier II - Main Online Examination (Objective Type)
The Main Exam carries a total of 250 marks and spans a duration of 2 hours. It comprises five sections:
| Section Name | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Limit | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes | English |
| Reasoning | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes | English/Hindi |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes | English/Hindi |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 50 | 15 minutes | English/Hindi |
| General Awareness | 40 | 50 | 15 minutes | English/Hindi |
| Total (Aggregate) | 200 | 250 | 120 minutes |
Regional Language Requiremen : ORIENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED RECRUITMENTt
Applicants must be proficient (read/write/speak) in the regional language of the State/UT they are applying for. A Regional Language Test will be conducted. Failing this test will result in disqualification.
Application Process : ORIENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED RECRUITMENT
Application Fee
Application fee is to be paid online from August 2, 2025 to August 17, 2025. Fees once submitted are non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances.
| Category | Application Fee (including GST) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 100 (only intimation charges) |
| All Others | Rs. 850 (includes application + intimation charges) |
Bank transaction charges (if any) will be borne by the applicant.
How to Apply Online : ORIENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED RECRUITMENT
- Visit the official website: orientalinsurance.org.in
- Go to the "Careers" section and click "Apply Online"
- Select "Click Here for New Registration"
- Enter your name, contact number, email ID, and mobile number
- The system will generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password — note them carefully
- If you can't complete the form at once, click "Save and Next" to preserve your entered data
- Before final submission, use the Preview and Validate Your Details options
- Upload the required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, declaration) as per specifications
- Once verified, proceed to Fee Payment
- Click Submit after payment completion
Document Upload Guidelines : ORIENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED RECRUITMENT
| Document | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Photograph |
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| Signature |
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| Left Thumb Impression |
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| Handwritten Declaration |
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Scanning Tips
- Set scanner resolution to 200 dpi and True Color
- Use MS Paint or Picture Manager to resize images if needed
- All files must be in .jpg or .jpeg format
- Improper file size or format will lead to upload errors
Important Notes
- All dates mentioned are tentative and subject to change by OICL
- Candidates should regularly check the official website for updates
- No hard copy of application needs to be sent
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification
- Only online applications will be accepted
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