Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has officially released the Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Engineering) Recruitment 2026 notification. A total of 608 vacancies have been announced across multiple states in India.

The online application process begins on 16 February 2026 and closes on 02 March 2026. Interested and eligible engineering graduates can apply through the official website: hindustanpetroleum.com.

This is an excellent opportunity for fresh engineering graduates seeking hands-on training and experience with a prestigious Maharatna PSU.


📌 HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Particulars Details
Organization Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)
Post Name Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Engineering)
Total Vacancies 608
Job Type Contract (Apprenticeship)
Stipend ₹25,000 per month
Qualification B.E./B.Tech (Relevant Discipline)
Age Limit 18–25 years
Application Mode Online
Last Date to Apply 02 March 2026

🎓 Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

  • B.E./B.Tech in:

    • Civil Engineering

    • Mechanical Engineering

    • Electrical Engineering

    • Instrumentation Engineering

Minimum Marks Required:

  • 60% aggregate – UR/OBC-NC

  • 50% aggregate – SC/ST/PwBD

Important:

  • Only candidates who completed engineering on or after 01 April 2023 are eligible.

  • Those who completed graduation before 01-04-2023 are not eligible.


🎂 Age Limit (As on 02 March 2026)

  • Minimum Age: 18 years

  • Maximum Age: 25 years

Age Relaxation:

  • SC/ST: 5 years

  • OBC-NC: 3 years

  • PwBD: 10 years


💰 Salary / Stipend

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹25,000, distributed as:

  • ₹20,500 paid by HPCL

  • ₹4,500 paid directly by Government of India (DBT Scheme)


🗂️ Vacancy Details (State-wise Training Slots)

HPCL has distributed 608 apprenticeship slots across various states:

  • Maharashtra – 114

  • Andhra Pradesh – 62

  • Karnataka – 44

  • Uttar Pradesh – 40

  • Rajasthan – 39

  • West Bengal – 37

  • Tamil Nadu – 35

  • Gujarat – 29

  • Punjab – 23

  • Madhya Pradesh – 22

  • Odisha – 22

  • Telangana – 22

  • Kerala – 15

  • Haryana – 16

  • Delhi – 16

  • Bihar – 11

  • Jharkhand – 11

  • Assam – 8

  • Chandigarh – 8

  • Chhattisgarh – 8

  • Jammu & Kashmir – 8

  • Uttarakhand – 8

  • Goa – 5

  • Himachal Pradesh – 3

  • Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu (UT) – 1

  • Ladakh (UT) – 1

Total: 608 Posts


📅 Important Dates

Event Date
Online Application Start 16 February 2026
Last Date to Apply 02 March 2026
Age Calculation Date 02 March 2026
Minimum Passing Year 01 April 2023

📝 Selection Process

The selection process will include:

  1. Screening based on merit (degree percentage)

  2. Shortlisting in 1:5 ratio

  3. Document Verification

  4. Final Merit List

  5. Medical Certificate & Police Verification

No written examination is mentioned in the notification.


🖥️ How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official HPCL website.

  2. Navigate to the Careers/Apprenticeship section.

  3. Register and fill in the application form carefully.

  4. Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).

  5. Pay the application fee (if applicable).

  6. Review all details before submission.

  7. Submit and take a printout for future reference.

Applications must be submitted on or before 02 March 2026.


🔗 Important Links

  • Apply Online – Available on official website

  • Download Official Notification PDF – Available on official website

  • Official Website – hindustanpetroleum.com


📢 Final Words

The HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for fresh engineering graduates to begin their professional journey with a reputed PSU. With 608 vacancies, attractive stipend, and nationwide training slots, eligible candidates should not miss this chance.