The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL) has officially released the OICL Administrative Officer (AO) Recruitment 2025 notification on 25th November 2025. OICL has announced 300 vacancies for the post of Administrative Officer (Scale-I), including both Generalist and Specialist positions. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for OICL AO Recruitment from December 3 to December 18, 2025, through the official OICL website.
OICL AO Recruitment 2025 Overview
The Oriental Insurance Company Limited has released 300 vacancies for Administrative Officers (Scale-I) to be filled through open market recruitment. Selected candidates for AO posts will be paid a monthly salary in the scale of ₹50,925-2,500(14)-85,925-2,710(4)-96,765 with approximate total emoluments of ₹85,000 per month in metropolitan centers.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name of the Organisation | The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL) |
| Recruitment Body | Oriental Insurance Company Limited |
| Exam Name | Administrative Officer (Scale-I) Examination 2025 |
| Vacancies | 300 |
| Registration Dates | 1st December to 15th December 2025 |
| Eligibility | Graduate/Post Graduate with minimum 60% marks |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years (as on 30.11.2025) |
| Selection Process | Online Prelims, Mains & Interview |
| Salary | ₹50,925-96,765 + Allowances (approx. ₹85,000/month) |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | orientalinsurance.org.in |
OICL AO Notification 2025
The detailed OICL AO Notification 2025 PDF has been released at the official website orientalinsurance.org.in. The notification includes all important recruitment details such as the selection process, preliminary and main exam patterns, application fee, steps to apply, category-wise vacancies, and more.
OICL AO Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF
OICL AO Vacancy 2025
The Oriental Insurance Company Limited has announced the OICL AO Vacancy 2025, releasing a total of 300 posts for the position of Administrative Officer (Scale-I). Candidates can check the discipline-wise and category-wise vacancy details below.
Generalist Officers
| Category | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacancies | 123 | 68 | 42 | 24 | 28 | 285 |
Hindi Officers
| Category | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacancies | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
Note: Includes backlog vacancies (ST-02, OBC-02 & PwBD-04)
OICL AO Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates willing to apply for the OICL AO Recruitment 2025 must ensure that they fulfil the required eligibility criteria as specified by the officials. The requirements of the eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit have been mentioned below.
Educational Qualification (as on 30.11.2025)
- Generalist Officers: Graduate/Post Graduate in any stream from a recognized University with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST candidates)
- Hindi Officers: Master’s Degree in Hindi/English with specified combinations with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST)
Age Limit (As on 30.11.2025)
The candidates who will be applying for the post of Administrative Officer must have a minimum age of 21 years and a maximum age of 30 years. The age relaxation in the upper age limit of candidates will also be provided below.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
| Existing Confirmed Employees of Public Sector General Insurance Companies | 8 years |
| Widows, Divorced women and women legally separated | 9 years |
| Defence service personnel disabled in operation | 3 years |
Note: Maximum age relaxation not exceeding 45 years for candidates eligible under multiple categories.
OICL AO Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection criteria for the Oriental Insurance Company AO Recruitment 2025 include 3 stages of the recruitment process:
- Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Online Objective Test)
- Stage 2: Main Examination (Online Objective + Descriptive Test)
- Stage 3: Interview/Personality Test
OICL AO Exam Pattern 2025
Check Administrative Officer Exam pattern below:
Preliminary Examination Pattern
| Test/Section | Type | Max. Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | Objective | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | Objective | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Objective | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 60 minutes |
Main Examination Pattern (Generalist)
Objective Test (200 marks – 150 minutes)
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 45 | 45 | 45 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 40 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 35 | 35 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 150 Minutes |
Descriptive Test (30 marks – 30 minutes)
- English Language (Essay – 20 marks & Précis – 10 marks)
Main Examination Pattern (Hindi Officers)
Objective Test (200 marks – 120 minutes)
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 30 Minutes |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | 20 Minutes |
| Professional Knowledge | 50 | 100 | 50 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | 10 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | 10 Minutes |
| Total | 150 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
Descriptive Test (50 marks – 60 minutes)
- English Essay – 10 marks
- Hindi Essay – 10 marks
- Letter writing (Hindi) – 10 marks
- English to Hindi Translation – 10 marks
- Hindi to English Translation – 10 marks
Penalty for Wrong Answers: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer in objective tests.
OICL AO Recruitment 2025- Important Dates
The notification has been released, providing the registration schedule for OICL AO Recruitment 2025. The online application has started, and the last date to apply online is 18th December 2025. Candidates must ensure to fill out their application form before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical glitches.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Begins | 3rd December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18th December 2025 |
| Last Date to pay the application fee | 15th December 2025 (midnight) |
| Preliminary Exam (Tentative) | 10th January 2026 |
| Main Exam (Tentative) | 28th February 2026 |
OICL AO Salary Structure 2025
The selected candidates will receive a salary in the scale of ₹50,925-2,500(14)-85,925-2,710(4)-96,765 along with all admissible allowances as applicable. At present, total emoluments will be approximately ₹85,000 per month in Metropolitan Centers.
| Post | Pay Scale | Basic Pay | Approx. Total Emoluments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Officer (Scale-I) | ₹50,925-96,765 | ₹50,925 | ₹85,000 per month (Metro) |
Additional Benefits: Pension under New Pension System, Gratuity, LTS, Medical Benefits, Group Personal Accident Insurance, Company/leased accommodation as per norms.
OICL AO Application Form 2025
The online application portal for accepting the OICL AO Application Form 2025 has been started at the company’s official website orientalinsurance.org.in, and the last date to apply online is 18th December 2025. Candidates interested in the 300 AO vacancies are advised to fill out their registration form carefully. Providing incorrect information leads to the rejection of the application form.
OICL AO Application Form 2025 Link
OICL AO Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
The candidates who will be applying for the OICL AO Recruitment 2025 have to pay an application fee online via Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹250/- (Intimation Charges only) |
| All other candidates | ₹1,000/- (Application fee including intimation charges) |
Payment Period: 1st December 2025 (6:30 PM) to 15th December 2025 (midnight)
Steps to Apply for OICL AO Recruitment 2025
Candidates must have a valid email ID and mobile number to fill out the online form for the OICL AO Recruitment 2025.
Step I (Registration)
- Visit official website: orientalinsurance.org.in
- Click on “APPLY ONLINE”
- Register with Name, Contact details and Email-id
- Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated
Step-II (Complete Form)
- Login with Registration Number and Password
- Fill personal, educational & other details
- Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression and declaration
- Verify all details before final submission
Step-III (Fee Payment)
- Proceed to payment gateway
- Pay application fee through available modes
- Take printout of application form and e-receipt
Check Photograph & Signature Guidelines
- Photograph: Recent color photo (4.5cm × 3.5cm), light background
- Signature: Signed on white paper with black ink (not in capital letters)
- Left Thumb Impression: On white paper with black or blue ink
- Hand-written Declaration: Specific text on white paper with black ink
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OICL AO Exam Centre List 2025
The Preliminary Examination will be conducted across various centers in India. Some of the major centers include:
| State | Exam Cities |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Vijaywada, Visakhapatnam, Tirupathi |
| Delhi-NCR | Delhi-NCR |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai/Thane, Pune, Nagpur |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru, Hubli, Mangaluru, Mysuru |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai |
| Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow, Allahabad, Kanpur, Noida |
| West Bengal | Kolkata/Greater Kolkata, Siliguri |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Vadodara, Surat |
Note: Main Examination centers will be limited. Company reserves the right to add or cancel any center.
FAQs
Q1: What are the registration dates for OICL AO Recruitment 2025?
A: The applications will be submitted only through orientalinsurance.org.in from 3rd December 2025 to 18th December 2025.
Q2: What is the application fee to be paid for OICL AO Recruitment 2025?
A: ₹1,000/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹250/- for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Q3: What is the salary for Administrative Officer in OICL?
A: Basic pay of ₹50,925 in the scale of ₹50,925-96,765 with approximate total emoluments of ₹85,000 per month in metropolitan centers.
Q4: What is the selection process for OICL AO 2025 Recruitment?
A: Preliminary Exam → Main Exam → Interview.
Q5: Is there any bond period for selected candidates?
A: Yes, selected candidates must serve the company for a minimum period of 4 years including probation period.
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