OICL Administrative Officer (AO) Recruitment 2025 – Notification Details
The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL), a Government of India public sector general insurance company, has announced the recruitment notification for the Administrative Officer (AO) Scale-I posts for the year 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 300 Administrative Officer vacancies across the country for both Generalist and Hindi Officer disciplines. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official OICL website during the application window. This recruitment is a significant opportunity for graduates looking for a stable and rewarding career in the insurance sector. 1
Important Dates – OICL AO Recruitment 2025
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Released | 25 November 2025 |
| Notification Published | 01 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 03 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 December 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam (Tier I) | 10 January 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Exam (Tier II) | 28 February 2026 (Tentative) |
| Interview Dates | To be notified |
These dates reflect the OICL announcement schedule including the official notification release and online registration timeline. Candidates should prepare well in advance and ensure they submit their applications before the deadline. 2
Vacancy Details
A total of 300 vacancies have been notified for the post of Administrative Officer (Scale-I) in OICL. The post distribution is as follows:
| Post Name | Discipline | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Officer | Generalist | 285 |
| Administrative Officer | Hindi Officer | 15 |
| Total | 300 |
The recruitment is being conducted for “Scale-I” officers, and posts are open to candidates from across India subject to eligibility criteria mentioned in the official notification. 3
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for OICL AO Recruitment 2025, candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria. Eligibility broadly includes:
- Educational Qualification: For Generalist posts, candidates must hold a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university. For the Hindi Officer posts, candidates generally require a post‑graduate qualification with Hindi or related subjects as specified in the detailed notification. 4
- Age Limit: The minimum age is typically 21 years and the maximum age is 30 years, as per the official guidelines. Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories according to Government of India rules. 5
- Nationality criteria as per government rules also apply.
Exact eligibility details including minimum marks, reserved category relaxations, and subject requirements will be clearly listed in the official notification PDF released on the OICL portal. 6
Application Process
Candidates interested in applying for the OICL AO Recruitment 2025 must follow the official application procedure:
- Visit the Official OICL Website.
- Navigate to the careers or recruitment section.
- Click on the “AO Recruitment 2025 — Apply Online” link.
- Complete the registration with basic personal and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required certificates.
- Pay the application fee online as applicable.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
It is essential to fill all details carefully and correctly, as correction windows may not be provided after submission. 7
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1000/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹250/- |
The application fee must be paid online during the application process. Fee payment dates generally align with the application window. 8
Selection Process
The selection for Administrative Officer posts is conducted through a multi‑stage process that includes:
- Tier‑I (Preliminary) Examination: A qualifying online test that assesses candidates on various subjects.
- Tier‑II (Main) Examination: A more advanced online exam to evaluate detailed knowledge and aptitude.
- Interview / Personal Assessment: Candidates qualifying the written stages may be called for an interview or personal assessment round.
- Document Verification: Verification of certificates and eligibility documents.
- Final Selection: Based on combined performance in all stages. 9
Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates for the AO post can expect an attractive salary package. According to reliable recruitment summaries, the approximate emoluments for Administrative Officers in OICL are:
- Basic Pay: ₹50,925/-
- Pay Scale: ₹50,925 – 2,500 (14) – 85,925 – 2,710 (4) – 96,765
- Total Estimated Salary: Around ₹85,000/- per month in metropolitan centres with allowances and benefits. 10
Other perks usually include pension benefits under the New Pension Scheme (NPS), medical benefits, leased/company‑provided accommodation (as per rules), gratuity, leave travel concession and more. 11
