Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has released the detailed official notification for HPCL Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. HPCL/OPEN/HR/3/2025-26. This recruitment drive invites applications for 731 vacancies including Engineers, Junior Executives, Officers, and other professional posts for both freshers and experienced candidates. Eligible aspirants can apply online through the official HPCL careers portal before the last date.
Eligibility Criteria
The educational requirements vary by post:
- Junior Executive – Assistant: Minimum 3-year full-time graduation in any discipline (except Engineering).
- Junior Executive – Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Chemical / QC / HR / Fire & Safety: Relevant Diploma/B.Sc/BBA with specialisation as required.
- Engineers (Mechanical / Electrical / Civil / Chemical): B.E./B.Tech in respective branches.
- Officer – Finance (CA/CMA/MBA): Appropriate degree (CA/CMA/MBA with Finance) plus minimum graduation.
- Officer – HR / IS: MBA/PG in HR/MCA/Computer Science as per post requirement.
- Experienced & Managerial posts: Relevant full-time degrees along with specified experience.
Minimum qualifying marks: 65% for UR/OBC/EWS, and 55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in qualifying degree.
Age Limit
- Junior Executive & Engineer Posts: Up to 25 years
- Officer Posts: Up to 25-27 years (varies by role)
- Experienced Professionals & Managerial Posts: Up to 45 years or above depending on the position.
- Upper age relaxations applicable as per government norms (SC/ST: +5yrs, OBC-NCL: +3yrs, PwBD: additional relaxations).
HPCL Recruitment 2026-Vacancy Details
HPCL has announced 731 total vacancies for various posts across India. These include positions for fresh graduate engineers, diploma holders, management professionals, and specialists.
Post-Wise Vacancy Table
| Post Name | 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 |
| CA Finance Officer | 30 |
| CMA Finance Officer | 4 |
| MBA Finance Officer | 4 |
| Officer – HR | 6 |
| Officer – IS | 20 |
| Other Senior / Manager / Specialist Posts | Remaining (varied) |
| Total | 731 |
HPCL Recruitment 2026-Application Fee
- UR / OBC-NCL / EWS: ₹1180/- (₹1000 + GST 18%)
- SC / ST / PwBD: Fee exempted
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
- Note: Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
HPCL Recruitment 2026-Salary
HPCL offers competitive salary packages depending on the role and grade. The approximate pay scales and CTC (Cost to Company) are:
| Pay Scale | Approx. CTC per Annum |
|---|---|
| ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000 | ₹10.88 Lakh |
| ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 | ₹14.51 Lakh |
| ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 | ₹18.14 Lakh |
| ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 | ₹21.77 Lakh |
| ₹70,000 – ₹2,00,000 | ₹26.24 Lakh |
| ₹80,000 – ₹2,20,000 | ₹29.98 Lakh |
| ₹90,000 – ₹2,40,000 | ₹34.81 Lakh |
| ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,80,000 | ₹49.30 Lakh |
| Senior Cyber Security Strategist & Advisor | ₹50 – ₹60 Lakh (FTC) |
HPCL Recruitment 2026-Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 25 February 2026 (13:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 March 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) (Tentative) | 3 May 2026 |
HPCL Recruitment 2026-Selection Process
The selection for HPCL Recruitment 2026 may include a combination of the following stages depending on the post:
- Computer Based Test (CBT) – Objective type questions including general aptitude and professional knowledge.
- Group Task / Psychometric Assessment – For select managerial and specialist positions.
- Personal / Technical Interview – Based on post requirement.
- Skill / Typing Test – If applicable.
- Medical Examination – Final fitness check before appointment.
HPCL Recruitment 2026-How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official HPCL website: www.hindustanpetroleum.com → Careers.
- Go to “Current Openings / Recruitment” section.
- Find the link for HPCL Recruitment 2026 – Advt. HPCL/OPEN/HR/3/2025-26.
- Click Apply Online and register with valid Email & Mobile number.
- Fill the application form with required details (personal, educational, experience).
- Upload scanned documents (photo & signature).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
- Official Apply Link: Click Here
- Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- Career Portal: Click Here
