HPCL Recruitment 2026: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE), has released an official recruitment notification (Advt. No. HPCL/OPEN/HR/3/2025-26) inviting online applications from talented and motivated candidates. The recruitment drive aims to fill 731 vacancies across various fresher, experienced, and fixed-term contract profiles including Junior Executives, Engineers, Officers, and Managers.

Vacancy Details & Pay Scale

A total of 731 vacancies are available. Below is the summarized breakdown by profile:

1. Freshers (618 Vacancies)

2. Experienced & Fixed Term Contract Professionals (113 Vacancies)

Important Dates

• Commencement of Online Application: 25th February 2026 (1300 hours)

• Last Date of Online Application: 25th March 2026 (upto 23:59 hours)

• Tentative Date of CBT: 3rd May 2026

Eligibility Criteria

1. Age Limit (As on 25.03.2026):

• Freshers: Up to 25 Years (27 Years for Officer Finance / HR).

• Experienced Professionals: Ranges from 26 Years up to 47 Years depending on the number of years of experience required for the post.

• Age Relaxation: SC/ST (5 Years), OBC-NC (3 Years), PwBD (10 Years), Ex-Servicemen as per Government Directives.

2. Educational Qualification:

• Junior Executives: Minimum 3-year full-time regular Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline OR Graduation/B.Sc/BBA.

• Engineers: 4-year full-time regular engineering course in Mechanical / Electrical / Civil / Chemical Engineering.

• Officers (Finance/HR/IS): CA / CMA / MBA / Post Graduate Degree / M.Tech / MCA in respective disciplines.

• Experienced Professionals: Relevant Degree/PG Degree + Post qualification work experience as specified for individual roles.

• Note: Candidates in their final year can apply for fresher positions subject to meeting criteria at the time of verification.

Application Fee

Selection Process

The selection process comprises several stages depending on the role:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): Consisting of General Aptitude (English, Quant, Reasoning) and Technical/Professional Knowledge.

2. Group Task: For shortlisted candidates based on CBT merit.

3. Personal Interview / Technical Interview / Moot Court (for Legal HR).

4. Physical Fitness Efficiency Test (PFET): Applicable for specific roles before the medical exam.

5. Pre-Employment Medical Examination.

How to Apply

• Visit the official HPCL Careers portal at www.hindustanpetroleum.com and navigate to Careers > Current Openings.

• Read the detailed advertisement and complete the online application process.

• Fill out personal, academic, and experience details carefully.

• Upload a recent passport-sized photograph and signature.

• Make the payment of the application fee using the online gateway.

• Ensure final submission before 23:59 hrs on 25.03.2026 and save a printed copy of the application and fee receipt for future reference.