OICL AO Recruitment 2025 Notification : Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Selection Process, Online Apply

The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL), a leading public sector general insurance company, has released an official notification for OICL AO Recruitment 2025 for 300 Vacancies. This is a golden opportunity for graduates and postgraduates across India to secure a prestigious government job in the insurance sector.

OICL AO Recruitment 2025 Notification Overview

OICL AO Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates

Vacancy Details – OICL AO Recruitment 2025

The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL) has announced a total of 300 vacancies for the post of Administrative Officer (Scale I). These vacancies are distributed across two disciplines: Generalist Officers and Hindi (Rajbhasha) Officers.

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Post‑wise Eligibility Criteria for OICL AO Recruitment 2025

The eligibility requirements differ for Generalist Officers and Hindi (Rajbhasha) Officers. Candidates must meet the educational qualifications and age criteria as of 30 November 2025.

Generalist Officers (285 Posts)

• Educational Qualification:
  • Graduate or Postgraduate in any discipline from a recognized university.
  • Minimum 60% marks in degree (aggregate of all semesters/years).
  • Relaxation: 55% marks for SC/ST candidates.
• Additional Notes:
  • Degrees must be from institutions recognized by the Government of India.
  • Results must have been declared on or before 30.11.2025.
  • Where CGPA/OGPA is awarded, candidates must produce a certificate of conversion to percentage.

Hindi (Rajbhasha) Officers (15 Posts)

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree from a recognized university with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST) in any of the following combinations:
  1. Master’s in Hindi with English as compulsory/elective subject or medium of exam at degree level.
  2. Master’s in English with Hindi as compulsory/elective subject or medium of exam at degree level.
  3. Master’s in any subject (other than Hindi/English) with Hindi medium and English as compulsory/elective subject or medium of exam at degree level.
  4. Master’s in any subject (other than Hindi/English) with English medium and Hindi as compulsory/elective subject or medium of exam at degree level.
  5. Master’s in any subject (other than Hindi/English) with both Hindi and English as compulsory/elective subjects, or one as medium of exam and the other as compulsory/elective subject at degree level.

Age Criteria (Applicable to Both Posts)

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 30 years (as on 30.11.2025)
• Candidates must be born between 01 December 1995 and 30 November 2004 (both dates inclusive).

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (Non‑Creamy Layer): 3 years
• PwBD: 10 years
• Ex‑Servicemen: 5 years
• Defence personnel disabled during operations: 3 years
• Widows/Divorced women: 9 years
• Existing confirmed employees of PSU General Insurance Companies: 8 years

Selection Process – OICL AO Recruitment 2025

The recruitment of Administrative Officers (Scale I) in OICL will be conducted in three phases: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview. Candidates must qualify at each stage to progress to the next.

Phase I: Preliminary Examination (Tier I)

• Mode: Online (Objective Test)
• Duration: 1 hour
• Total Marks: 100
• Sections:
  • English Language – 30 marks
  • Reasoning Ability – 35 marks
  • Quantitative Aptitude – 35 marks

Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in each section.

Approximately 20 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for the Main Examination.

Phase II: Main Examination (Tier II)

The Main Exam differs for Generalist Officers and Hindi (Rajbhasha) Officers.

For Generalist Officers:

• Objective Test (200 marks):
  • Reasoning – 45 Q, 45 M
  • English Language – 40 Q, 40 M
  • General Awareness – 40 Q, 40 M
  • Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Q, 40 M
  • Computer Knowledge – 35 Q, 35 M
• Descriptive Test (30 marks):
  • Essay – 20 marks
  • Precis – 10 marks
• Duration: 2.5 hours (Objective) + 30 minutes (Descriptive)
• Note: Descriptive test is qualifying in nature; marks not counted in final merit.

For Hindi (Rajbhasha) Officers:

• Objective Test (200 marks):
  • Reasoning – 25 Q, 25 M
  • English Language – 25 Q, 25 M
  • Professional Knowledge (Hindi & English grammar, translation, official language rules) – 50 Q, 100 M
  • General Awareness – 25 Q, 25 M
  • Computer Knowledge – 25 Q, 25 M
• Descriptive Test (50 marks):
  • English Essay – 10 marks
  • Hindi Essay – 10 marks
  • Hindi Letter Writing – 10 marks
  • Translation (Eng→Hindi & Hindi→Eng) – 20 marks
• Duration: 2 hours (Objective) + 1 hour (Descriptive)

Candidates must qualify in both Objective and Descriptive tests to be shortlisted for Interview.

Phase III: Interview

• Candidates shortlisted from the Main Exam will be called for Interview.
• Weightage:
  • Main Exam – 80%
  • Interview – 20%
• Final merit list prepared based on combined scores of Main Exam and Interview.
• In case of a tie:
  1. Higher interview marks preferred.
  2. If still tied, candidate older in age will be ranked higher.

Final Selection

• Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in Interview (decided by OICL).
• Final merit list prepared in descending order of consolidated marks.
• Appointment subject to medical fitness and verification of documents

OICL AO Recruitment 2025 – Apply Link

How to Apply – OICL AO Recruitment 2025

Candidates must apply online only through the official website of Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL). No other mode of application will be accepted. Follow the steps below carefully:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

• Go to orientalinsurance.org.in.
• Navigate to the Recruitment Section.
• Click on the link “Apply Online for AO Recruitment 2025”.

Step 2: Registration

• Click on “New Registration”.
• Enter your Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number.
• A Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated.
• Note these details carefully for future login.

Step 3: Fill Application Form

• Log in using your Registration Number and Password.
• Fill in personal details (name, DOB, gender, category, etc.).
• Enter academic qualifications and other required information.
• Verify all details before proceeding.

Step 4: Upload Documents

Candidates must upload the following scanned documents in the prescribed format:

• Photograph (passport size, color, 200×230 pixels, 20–50 KB).
• Signature (black ink, on white paper, 10–20 KB).
• Left Thumb Impression (black/blue ink, 20–50 KB).
• Handwritten Declaration (in English, 50–100 KB).

Handwritten Declaration Text for OICL AO Recruitment 2025

I, (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.

Step 5: Preview & Verify

• Use the “Save & Next” option to check details.
• Ensure photo, signature, and other uploads are correct.
• Once verified, click “Complete Registration”.

Step 6: Pay Application Fee

• Click on the Payment Tab.
• Pay the fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Wallets, or UPI.
• Fee Details:
  • SC/ST/PwBD: ₹250 (intimation charges only)
  • Others: ₹1000 (application fee + intimation charges)
• After successful payment, an e‑receipt will be generated.

Step 7: Submit & Print

• Click “Submit” after payment confirmation.
• Take a printout of the Application Form and Fee Receipt for future reference

Salary Details – OICL AO Recruitment 2025

The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL) offers an attractive pay scale and benefits package for Administrative Officers (Scale I).

Pay Scale

• Basic Pay: ₹50,925/-
• Scale: ₹50,925 – 2,500(14) – 85,925 – 2,710(4) – 96,765

This means:

• Starting basic pay is ₹50,925/-
• Annual increments of ₹2,500 for 14 years (up to ₹85,925/-)
• Then increments of ₹2,710 for 4 years (up to ₹96,765/-)

Gross Emoluments

• Approx. ₹85,000/- per month in metropolitan centres.
• Includes allowances and benefits as per company rules.

Allowances & Benefits

• Pension under New Pension Scheme (NPS) governed by PFRDA.
• Gratuity as per rules.
• Leave Travel Subsidy (LTS).
• Medical Benefits for self and dependents.
• Group Personal Accident Insurance.
• Company/Leased Accommodation as per norms