Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has officially opened one of its biggest recruitment drives of the year — offering opportunities for freshers, diploma holders, engineers and experienced professionals to join India’s leading oil & gas PSU
What’s New in HPCL Recruitment 2026 ?
- Online registration for several HPCL vacancies has begun for 2026.
- Total vacancies span across Junior Executives, Apprentice Trainees and other professional posts — with hundreds of openings for eligible candidates.
- The recruitment is being conducted directly through HPCL’s official careers portal.
HPCL is committed to conducting business to preserve the environment, sustainable development, being a safe workplace, and enriching the quality of life of employees, customers, and the community. HPCL’s CSR reaffirms the continuing commitment of the corporation toward societal development. The key focus areas are Childcare, Education, Health Care, Skill Development, Sports, Environment & Community Development, Contribution to Incubators/ R&D and Public Funded Universities and positively influencing the lives of less privileged.
HPCL invites talented & motivated candidates looking for exciting career opportunities in energy sector and willing to contribute towards India’s energy future by being part of our growth journey. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for the following vacancies.
Important Highlights – HPCL 2026
| Event | Dates |
| Commencement of Online Application | 25th February 2026 (1300 hours onwards) |
| Last Date of Online Application | 25th March 2026 (Up to 2359 hours) |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| CBT Dates | 3 May 2026 (Tentative) |
Positions, Eligibility Criteria and Vacancy Details For Freshers
| Positions | Pay Scale | Vacacies | Max – Age |
| Junior Executive Assistant | (30000 – 120000) | 10 | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Civil | (30000 – 120000) | 19 | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Mechanical | (30000 – 120000) | 207 | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Electrical | (30000 – 120000) | 117 | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Chemical | (30000 – 120000) | 27 | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Quality Control | (30000 – 120000) | 12 | 25 |
| Junior Executive- HR | (30000 – 120000) | 5 | 25 |
| Junior Executive- Fire & Safety | (30000 – 120000) | 16 | 25 |
| Mechanical Engineer | (50000 – 160000) | 72 | 25 |
| Electrical Engineer | (50000 – 160000) | 37 | 25 |
| Civil Engineer | (50000 – 160000) | 17 | 25 |
| Chemical Engineer | (50000 – 160000) | 15 | 25 |
| Officer- Finance (CA) | (50000 – 160000) | 30 | 27 |
| Officer- Finance (CMA) | (50000 – 160000) | 4 | 27 |
| Officer- Finance (MBA) | (50000 – 160000) | 4 | 27 |
| Officer – HR | (50000 – 160000) | 6 | 27 |
| Officer- IS | (50000 – 160000) | 20 | 25 |
For Eligibility and other details please prefer to open official notifications of HPCL.We will also add the link to view official advertisement and notifications.
Experienced Professionals Posts:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Executive / Assistant Officer / Officer – Official Language (Hindi) Implementation | 3 |
| Officer – CBG Operations | 1 |
| HR Legal Officer | 2 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Safety (Uttar Pradesh) | 2 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Safety (Tamil Nadu) | 2 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Safety (Kerala) | 2 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Safety (Goa) | 1 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Safety (HQO) | 3 |
| Senior Officer – CBG Operations | 1 |
| Senior Officer – City Gas Distribution (CGD) Operations & Maintenance | 4 |
| Senior Officer – City Gas Distribution (CGD) Projects | 6 |
| Senior Officer – Sales (Retail / Lubes / Direct Sales / LPG) | 50 |
| Senior Officer – Benzene / Toluene Handling | 3 |
| Assistant Manager / Manager – Projects | 6 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager / Manager – Lube Blending | 2 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager / Manager – Grease Manufacturing | 4 |
| Manager – Plant Operations (2G Ethanol) | 1 |
| Assistant Manager – Plant Maintenance (2G Ethanol) | 1 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Feedstock Procurement (2G Ethanol) | 1 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Company Secretary | 1 |
| Manager / Senior Manager – Sustainability (HSSE) | 2 |
| Manager – Technical Services (Petrochemicals) | 3 |
| Deputy General Manager – Technical Services (R&D Product Commercialization / Petrochemicals) | 1 |
| Deputy General Manager – Polymer Export | 1 |
| Assistant Manager / Manager – IS (Data Management) | 1 |
| Assistant Manager / Manager – IS (Cyber Security) | 1 |
| Assistant Manager / Manager – IS (Quality Assurance) | 1 |
| Manager / Senior Manager – IS (Enterprise Architect) | 1 |
| Assistant Manager / Manager / Senior Manager – HR | 5 |
Fixed Term Contract Professionals
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Senior Cyber Security Strategist & Advisor – IT and OT | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria for various posts:
| Post | Qualification | Max Age |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Executive Assistant | 3-year graduation | 25 |
| Junior Executive | 3-year Diploma | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Fire & Safety | Science Graduate + Safety Diploma + Driving License | 25 |
| Engineer | 4-year engineering degree | 25 |
| Officer-Finance (CA) | Chartered Accountant + Graduate Degree | 27 |
| Officer-Finance (CMA) | Cost Accountant + Graduate | 27 |
| Officer-Finance (MBA) | MBA (Finance) + Graduate | 27 |
| Officer-HR | PG/MBA in HR | 27 |
| Officer-IS | Engineering or MCA | 25 |
| Up to 33 | (Career Power) |
| Post Category | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Junior Executive | ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
| Engineer / Officer | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 |
| Senior Officer / Manager | ₹60,000 – ₹2,00,000 |
| DGM / Sr Manager | ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,80,000 |
| Fixed Term Specialist | ₹50–60 LPA (approx) |
For More detailed instructions of HPCL Recruitment 2026 you can visit official notifications of HPCL by visiting www.hindustanpetroleum.com or you can directly check their notifications by clicking on the click here.
Application Fees:
- a. The application fees is applicable for all positions.
- b. SC, ST & PwBD candidates are exempted from payment of application fee.
- c. UR, OBCNC and EWS candidates are required to pay a Non-Refundable Amount of ₹1180/- + payment gateway charges if any (Application fee of ₹1000/- + GST@18% i.e. ₹180/- + payment gateway charges if applicable).
- d. Payment Mode: Debit / Credit card/ UPI/ Net Banking: On paying application fee online, the payment status will automatically change to “Your Transaction is successfully completed”, on successful receipt of fees.
- e. All the candidates must ensure that the payment status is “Completed” as the transaction will be considered “incomplete” in case of any other payment status. Once the payment is done, candidates are required to take print of acknowledgment of payment and preserve the same for future reference.
- f. No other mode of payment than those mentioned above will be accepted.
- g. Application fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Also, chargeback cannot be claimed for any reason.
- h. The fee being paid is only towards the submission of application and does not in any way guarantee issuance of interview call letter etc
Do you want to download or check PYQ’s of HPCL then you should refer this link : click here
Application Process:
- Online Application will be accepted from 1300 hrs on 25th February 2026 till 2359 hrs on 25th March 2026.
- Candidates are requested to apply online only on www.hindustanpetroleum.com Careers → Current Openings, after reading detailed advertisement. No other mean / mode of the application shall be accepted.
- Applications with incomplete / wrong particulars or not in the prescribed format will not be considered.
- The email id and mobile number provided in online application should remain valid for at least one year. Candidates must use proper e-mail ids created in their names. Applications with pseudo / fake email ids will attract appropriate action under the law.
- The photograph and signature of the candidate during the application need to be uploaded. The same will be used for issuance of admit card for CBT and verification in further selection process. In case of wrong/ missing photo/ signature the candidature will be cancelled.
- All the details given in the online form will be treated as final and no changes will be entertained.
- In the event of submission of incomplete application along with application fees for reasons whatsoever, his / her candidature will stand cancelled and Application fee will be forfeited. No further communication/ consideration on the same shall be entertained.
- Candidates will be required to submit documentary evidence of eligibility during the shortlisting/ selection process within stipulated time as advised by HPCL. Any mismatch in name, qualification, other criteria’s of documents from the data given in application form will lead to disqualification at any stage.
- Candidates for Certain Positions will be asked by mail from careers@hpcl.in and will be required to upload the documents pertaining to their eligibility w.r.t age, qualification, experience, etc, with the specific deadline mentioned in the registered mail at the time of application. If the candidates fail to upload the documents by the said deadline, their application and candidature will be rejected and no correspondence in this regards will be entertained.
- CBT/ Interviews for different positions shall be conducted on the same day/ different venues for all the positions.
- The CBT will be conducted online in venues given in the respective admit card.
- Any request for change of venue/ date for CBT / interviews will not be entertained.
- If sufficient number of candidates do not opt for a particular centre for “Online” examination, HPCL reserves the right to allot any other adjunct centre to those candidates OR if the number of candidates is more than the capacity available for online exam for a centre, HPCL reserves the right to allot any other centre to the candidate.
- HPCL also reserves the right to allot the candidate to any centre other than the one he/she has opted for.
- Candidate will appear for the examination at an Examination Centre at his/her own risks and expenses and HPCL will not be responsible for any injury or losses etc. of any nature.
- Choice of centre once exercised by the candidate will be final.
HPCL Various Post Salary (Monthly Pay Scale Table)
| Post/Category | Indicative Monthly Salary / Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Junior Executive / Junior Executive Assistant | ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000 per month |
| Graduate / Engineer (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Chemical etc.) | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 per month |
| Officer – Finance / HR / IS / Hindi / Other Officer Roles | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 (approx) |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager / Manager (Experienced) | ₹60,000 – ₹2,00,000+ (varies by post) |
| Deputy General Manager & Senior Management | ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,80,000 (approx) |
| Fixed Term Contract Specialist (e.g., Cyber Security Strategist) | ₹50,000 – ₹60,000+ (or equivalent annual CTC) |
FAQs – HPCL Recruitment 2026
1. What is HPCL Recruitment 2026?
HPCL Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive conducted by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) for filling 731 vacancies across various posts including Engineers, Junior Executives, Officers, and Experienced Professionals.
2. How many vacancies are announced under HPCL Recruitment 2026?
A total of 731 posts have been announced, including both freshers and experienced professional roles.
3. What are the important dates for HPCL Recruitment 2026?
- Online Application Start Date: 25 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 25 March 2026 (11:00 PM)
- CBT Exam Date (Tentative): May 2026
4. Where can I apply for HPCL Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online through the official HPCL website under the Careers / Job Openings section: https://www.hindustanpetroleum.com
5. Is GATE score required for HPCL Recruitment 2026?
No, GATE score is not required for this recruitment. Candidates can apply directly through the official HPCL recruitment portal.
6. What are the posts available under HPCL Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment includes posts such as:
- Junior Executive / Junior Executive Assistant
- Engineers (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Chemical, etc.)
- Officer (Finance, HR, IS, etc.)
- Senior Officer / Manager (Experienced Roles)
- Fixed Term Contract Professionals
7. What is the educational qualification required?
The qualification varies by post:
- Diploma / Graduation for Junior Executive posts
- B.E./B.Tech for Engineer posts
- CA/CMA/MBA for Finance roles
- MBA/PG in HR for HR posts
- Relevant experience required for experienced professional posts
Candidates should check the official notification for detailed post-wise eligibility.
8. What is the selection process for HPCL Recruitment 2026?
The selection process may include:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Group Task / Group Discussion
- Personal Interview (Technical/HR)
The exact process may vary depending on the post.
9. What is the application fee?
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹1180 (₹1000 + GST)
- SC / ST / PwBD: No Application Fee
10. What is the salary offered in HPCL Recruitment 2026?
The salary depends on the post. Indicative pay scales are:
- Junior Executive: ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000 per month
- Engineer / Officer: ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 per month
- Senior Officer / Manager: ₹60,000 – ₹2,00,000+
- DGM / Senior Management: ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,80,000
11. Can final-year students apply?
Eligibility for final-year students depends on the specific post and notification guidelines. Candidates must ensure they meet the qualification requirements before the prescribed deadline.
12. Is work experience mandatory?
Work experience is required only for Experienced Professional posts. Freshers can apply for Junior Executive and Engineer positions.
