The Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has started recruitment for different officer posts, HPCL is a large public sector company in India that works in oil refining and selling petroleum products.
This recruitment is a good chance for both fresh graduates and experienced professionals in fields like engineering, finance, HR and others to join a top energy company, it offers the opportunity to build a stable career while working in one of the country’s leading organizations.
HPCL Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) |
| Advertisement No. | HPCL/OPEN/HR/3/2025-26 |
| Post Name | Junior Executive, Engineer, Officer, Senior Officer, Assistant Manager, Manager, and others |
| Total Vacancies | 730 (plus 1 Fixed Term Contract post) |
| Job Location | Across India (including subsidiaries and joint ventures) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.hindustanpetroleum.com |
HPCL Vacancy Details
HPCL has announced 730 vacancies for various posts. These are split between freshers and experienced professionals.
- Freshers: 618
- Experienced Professionals: 112
Positions for Freshers
| Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Executive Assistant | 10 |
| Junior Executive – Civil | 19 |
| Junior Executive – Mechanical | 207 |
| Junior Executive – Electrical | 117 |
| Junior Executive – Chemical | 27 |
| Junior Executive – Quality Control | 12 |
| Junior Executive – HR | 5 |
| Junior Executive – Fire & Safety | 16 |
| Mechanical Engineer | 72 |
| Electrical Engineer | 37 |
| Civil Engineer | 17 |
| Chemical Engineer | 15 |
| Officer – Finance (CA) | 30 |
| Officer – Finance (CMA) | 4 |
| Officer – Finance (MBA) | 4 |
| Officer – HR | 6 |
| Officer – IS | 20 |
Positions for Experienced Professionals
| Position | 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 (Petrochemicals) | 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 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
You must have the required education from a recognized university or institute. All courses must be full-time and regular.
| Position | Essential Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Junior Executive Assistant | Minimum 3-year full-time regular graduation in any discipline (except Engineering-UG/PG, Medicine) |
| Junior Executive – Civil | 3-years full-time Regular Diploma in Civil Engineering |
| Junior Executive – Mechanical | 3-years full-time Regular Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Junior Executive – Electrical | 3-years full-time Regular Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| Junior Executive – Chemical | 3-years full-time Regular Diploma in Chemical Engineering |
| Junior Executive – Quality Control | 3-year full-time regular graduation in Chemistry (B.Sc. Chemistry) |
| Junior Executive – HR | 3-year full-time regular BBA/ BBA (Honours)/ BMS with HR Specialization |
| Junior Executive – Fire & Safety | Any Science Graduate + Diploma in Fire & Safety with Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License |
| Mechanical Engineer | 4-year full-time regular engineering course in Mechanical Engineering |
| Electrical Engineer | 4-year full-time regular engineering course in Electrical Engineering |
| Civil Engineer | 4-year full-time regular engineering course in Civil Engineering |
| Chemical Engineer | 4-year full-time regular engineering course in Chemical Engineering |
| Officer – Finance (CA) | Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) AND Minimum 3-year full-time regular graduation in any discipline |
| Officer – Finance (CMA) | Qualified Cost Accountant (CMA) AND Minimum 3-year full-time regular graduation in any discipline |
| Officer – Finance (MBA) | 2-year full-time Masters in Business Administration (MBA) in Finance AND Minimum 3-year full-time regular graduation in any discipline |
| Officer – HR | 2-year full-time Post graduate Degree/ Equivalent course in HR/ Personnel Management/ Industrial Relations/ Psychology or Masters in Business Administration (MBA) with specialization in HR |
| Officer – IS | 4-years full time regular engineering course in Computer Science and Engineering OR Full time Masters in Computer Applications (MCA) |
| Junior Executive/ Assistant Officer/ Officer – Official Language (Hindi) Implementation | 2-years Full time Post-Graduation in Hindi AND Minimum 3-year full-time graduation in any discipline with English as a subject |
| Officer – CBG Operations | 2-year full-time MSc – Microbiology |
| HR Legal Officer | 3-year full-time course in law after full-time graduation OR 5-year course in law after 12th Standard |
| Senior Officer/ Assistant Manager – Safety (Uttar Pradesh) | 4-year full-time regular engineering course in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Instrumentation/ Chemical/ Civil Engineering AND Possesses a degree or diploma in Industrial Safety recognised by the State Government of Uttar Pradesh AND Adequate knowledge of Hindi language |
Note: For engineering posts, specific branches and equivalent degrees are allowed. Check page 21 of the PDF for full list of eligible degrees.
Age Limit (as on 25th March 2026)
Age limits vary by post:
- Most freshers: 25-27 years
- Experienced: 26-45 years depending on role and experience
| Position | Max Age (Yrs.) |
|---|---|
| Junior Executive Assistant | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Civil | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Mechanical | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Electrical | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Chemical | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Quality Control | 25 |
| Junior Executive – HR | 25 |
| Junior Executive – Fire & Safety | 25 |
| Mechanical Engineer | 25 |
| Electrical Engineer | 25 |
| Civil Engineer | 25 |
| Chemical Engineer | 25 |
| Officer – Finance (CA) | 27 |
| Officer – Finance (CMA) | 27 |
| Officer – Finance (MBA) | 27 |
| Officer – HR | 27 |
| Officer – IS | 25 |
| Junior Executive / Assistant Officer / Officer – Official Language (Hindi) Implementation | 27 / 30 / 33 |
| Officer – CBG Operations | 30 |
| HR Legal Officer | 26 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Safety (Uttar Pradesh) | 30 / 33 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Safety (Tamil Nadu) | 30 / 33 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Safety (Kerala) | 30 / 33 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Safety (Goa) | 30 / 33 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager – Safety (HQO) | 30 / 33 |
| Senior Officer – CBG Operations | 30 |
| Senior Officer – City Gas Distribution (CGD) Operations & Maintenance | 28 |
| Senior Officer – City Gas Distribution (CGD) Projects | 28 |
| Senior Officer – Sales (Retail / Lubes / Direct Sales / LPG) | 29 |
| Senior Officer – Benzene / Toluene Handling | 28 |
| Assistant Manager / Manager – Projects | 31 / 34 |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager / Manager – Lube Blending | 33 / 36 / 39 (for M.Sc. in Chemistry) or 28 / 31 / 34 (for Chemical Engineering) |
| Senior Officer / Assistant Manager / Manager – Grease Manufacturing | 33 / 36 / 39 (for M.Sc. in Chemistry) or 28 / 31 / 34 (for Chemical Engineering) |
| Manager – Plant Operations (2G Ethanol) | 34 |
Age relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBCNC: 3 years
- PwBD (UR): 10 years, PwBD (OBCNC): 13 years, PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
- Ex-servicemen: 5 years (after minimum 5 years service)
- Domiciled in J&K (1980-1989): 5 years
- Maximum age after all relaxations: 56 years
Experience Requirements
Freshers need no experience. For experienced posts, minimum years vary:
| Position Example | Min Experience (Years) |
|---|---|
| Officer – CBG Operations | 3 |
| HR Legal Officer | 1 |
| Senior Officer – Safety | 5/8 |
| Manager – Plant Operations (2G Ethanol) | 9 |
| … (See PDF for all) | … |
Experience must be relevant and post-qualification.
Salary and Benefits
Pay scales depend on the grade:
- Junior Executive: ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000
- Officer: ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000
- Senior Officer: ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000
- Assistant Manager: ₹70,000 – ₹2,00,000
- Manager: ₹80,000 – ₹2,20,000
- Higher grades up to ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,80,000
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical facilities
- Provident Fund and Pension
- Other perks like bonuses, increments
Estimated gross salary starts from ₹40,000+ per month for juniors, higher for seniors.
Selection Process
The process includes:
Computer Based Test (CBT):
- On 3rd May 2026 (tentative)
- Two parts – General Aptitude (English, Quant, Reasoning) and Technical Knowledge.
- Objective questions, some subjective for legal/HR.
Group Task/Personal Interview: For shortlisted candidates.
Psychometric Assessment: May be required.
Moot Court/Skill Test: For specific posts like legal.
Physical Fitness Efficiency Test (PFET): For safety/fire posts after medical exam.
Document Verification: Upload and verify docs like age, qualification, experience.
Final merit based on all stages. Reserved categories get relaxed standards.
Physical Fitness Efficiency Test
For posts like Junior Executive – Fire & Safety and Safety Officers:
| Test Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Working at Height Test | Check ability to work at heights safely |
| Endurance Test | Test stamina and physical endurance |
| Agility Test | Test speed, flexibility and quick response |
Candidates must clear PFET after Pre-Employment Medical Exam (PEME).
Documents Required
Keep these ready (scanned):
- Recent photo (20-50 KB, JPEG)
- Signature (10-40 KB, JPEG)
- 10th/12th certificates (for age proof)
- Degree/Diploma certificates and marksheets
- Experience certificates (for experienced posts)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD)
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
- Other docs like driving license for Fire & Safety
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| UR/OBCNC/EWS | ₹1180 (₹1000 fee + ₹180 GST + gateway charges) |
| SC/ST/PwBD | Exempt (no fee) |
Pay via Debit/Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking. Fee is non-refundable.
How to Apply Online for HPCL Recruitment 2026
Follow these easy steps:
- Go to official website: www.hindustanpetroleum.com
- Click on “Careers” section.
- Find “Current Openings” and select the advt.
- Click “Apply Online”.
- Register with name, email, mobile to get login details.
- Login and fill the form: Personal info, education, experience.
- Upload photo, signature, documents.
- Pay fee online (if applicable).
- Submit and save confirmation page.
- Note application number for tracking.
| HPCL Recruitment 2026 Apply Online | Apply Now (Link active from 25 Feb 2026) |
| Official Notification of HPCL Recruitment 2026 | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Official Website of HPCL Recruitment 2026 | Click here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification Release | 25 February 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 25 February 2026 (1300 hrs) |
| Application Closes | 25 March 2026 (2359 hrs) |
| CBT Exam Date | 3 May 2026 (tentative) |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
Final Thoughts
The HPCL Recruitment 2026 offers more than 730 jobs in a top Maharatna company, it provides good pay, job safety and chances for career growth. This is a strong opportunity for engineers, graduates and professionals in the energy field.
The last date to apply is 25 March 2026 and applications must be submitted on the official HPCL website, candidates should check all rules carefully and keep their documents ready before applying.
Preparation should focus on the Computer Based Test (CBT) especially aptitude and your subject knowledge with hard work and a clear plan, you can succeed and build a great career at HPCL. Apply soon and aim for success.
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