OICL (Oriental Insurance Company Limited) is recruiting 500 Assistants (Class III) through an online exam consisting of Prelims and Mains stages. The exam follows an objective-type MCQ format with negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer. This guide covers the complete syllabus, exam pattern, number of questions, marks distribution, and three-stage selection process for OICL Assistant 2025.
Overview
Oriental Insurance Company Limited conducts recruitment for the Assistant (Class III) position annually. The 2025 notification (OICL/Rect./2025) offers 500 vacancies. The selection process is structured in three tiers: Prelims (Tier I), Mains (Tier II), and Regional Language Test. All exams are conducted online in objective multiple-choice question format.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant (Class III) | 500 |
For detailed eligibility criteria, age limits, and educational qualifications, refer to the official OICL notification at www.orientalinsurance.org.in.
Selection Process & Stages
The OICL Assistant recruitment follows a structured three-stage selection process:
- Tier I (Prelims): 100 objective-type questions, 100 marks, 60 minutes duration
- Tier II (Mains): 200 objective-type questions, 250 marks, 120 minutes duration
- Regional Language Test: Conducted after qualifying the Mains stage
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks (1/4th of a mark) are deducted for each wrong answer in both Prelims and Mains stages.
OICL Assistant Prelims Syllabus & Exam Pattern
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| 2 | Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| 3 | Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | — | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Prelims is a qualifying stage designed to test basic competency in language, logical reasoning, and numerical skills. Candidates must clear this tier to proceed to Mains.
OICL Assistant Mains Syllabus & Exam Pattern
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reasoning Ability | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| 2 | English Language | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| 3 | Numerical Ability | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| 4 | General Awareness | 40 | 50 | 15 minutes |
| 5 | Computer Knowledge | 40 | 50 | 15 minutes |
| Total | — | 200 | 250 | 120 minutes |
Mains is the main examination that tests in-depth knowledge across five key areas. General Awareness and Computer Knowledge sections are added at this stage to assess broader competency required for the Assistant role.
Key Exam Features
- Exam Mode: Online (Computer-based Test)
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Questions (Prelims): 100
- Total Questions (Mains): 200
- Total Marks (Prelims): 100
- Total Marks (Mains): 250
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer in both stages
- Sectional Time Limits: Yes, as per exam pattern
Important Links
- Official Website: www.orientalinsurance.org.in
Candidates must verify all details and download the complete official notification from the OICL website before applying. The information provided is based on the latest available notification and may be subject to changes by the conducting organization.