HPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: The Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has released the official notification for Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Engineering) Recruitment 2026 on its website hindustanpetroleum.com. A total of 608 vacancies have been announced across multiple states in India.
Eligible candidates aged 18 to 25 years with a B.E./B.Tech degree in relevant engineering disciplines can apply online. The application process is currently active and will close on 02 March 2026 (as per official portal schedule).
HPCL Graduate Apprentice 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Engineering) |
| Total Vacancies | 608 |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation) |
| Minimum Marks | 60% (UR/OBC-NC), 50% (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Age Limit | 18–25 years |
| Stipend | ₹25,000 per month |
| Job Type | Contract (Apprenticeship) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 March 2026 |
HPCL Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – State-wise Distribution
| State | Training Slots |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Delhi | 16 |
| Haryana | 16 |
| Bihar | 11 |
| Jharkhand | 11 |
| Assam | 8 |
| Chandigarh | 8 |
| Chhattisgarh | 8 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 8 |
| Uttarakhand | 8 |
| Goa | 5 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 3 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli & Daman & Diu (UT) | 1 |
| Ladakh (UT) | 1 |
| Total | 608 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech in:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Minimum Marks:
- 60% (UR/OBC-NC)
- 50% (SC/ST/PwBD)
- Degree must be passed on or before 01 April 2023
Age Limit (As on 02 March 2026)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 25 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: +5 years (Up to 30 years)
- OBC-NC: +3 years (Up to 28 years)
- PwBD: +10 years (Up to 35 years)
HPCL Apprentice Stipend 2026
Selected candidates will receive:
- ₹25,000 per month
- ₹20,500 paid by HPCL
- ₹4,500 paid by Government of India (DBT Scheme)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 16 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 March 2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 02 March 2026 |
| Minimum Degree Passing Year | 01 April 2023 |
Selection Process
The selection will be based on:
1️⃣ Screening based on percentage of marks in qualifying degree
2️⃣ Shortlisting in 1:5 ratio
3️⃣ Document Verification
4️⃣ Final Merit List
5️⃣ Medical Certificate & Police Verification
No written exam is mentioned; selection is purely merit-based.
How to Apply for HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official website: hindustanpetroleum.com
- Click on the Careers / Apprentice Recruitment 2026 section
- Register and fill out the online application form
- Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates)
- Review all details carefully
- Submit the application before 02 March 2026
- Download and save a copy of the application form
Why Apply for HPCL Apprentice 2026?
- Opportunity to work with a Maharatna PSU
- Attractive monthly stipend
- Pan-India training exposure
- Strong addition to engineering career profile
HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
