Overview
HPCL has announced 250 Graduate Apprentice Trainee positions for fresh engineering graduates in various disciplines at Mumbai and Visakh Refinery. The one‑year apprenticeship offers a monthly stipend of ₹25,000 and involves training in refining operations. Applications are open from 25 February 2026 to 10 March 2026, with selection based on merit and document verification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) - Refineries Division
- Qualification
- Full‑time Engineering Graduation (BE/BTech) in the relevant discipline from AICTE/UGC recognised university/institute, completed after 01.04.2023. Minimum marks: 60% aggregate for UR/OBC‑NC/EWS; 50% for SC/ST/PwBD (VH/HH/OH/MD).
- Vacancies
- 250
- Last date to apply
- 10 March 2026
Important Dates
| notification_release | Prior to 25 February 2026 |
| application_start | 25 February 2026 |
| last_date_to_apply | 10 March 2026 |
| shortlisting_notification | To Be Notified |
| final_selection_notification | To Be Notified |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Mumbai Refinery (Maharashtra): 120; Visakh Refinery (Andhra Pradesh): 130
Selection Process
Screening of applications on merit percentage, shortlisting for Document Verification (DV) in a 1:5 ratio, merit list post‑DV, engagement after accepting tri‑partite contract on NATS, medical certificate and police verification. No written exam or interview.
How to Apply
Register on the NATS 2.0 portal and get approved by BOAT., Visit the HPCL recruitment portal: http://jobs.hpcl.co.in/Recruit_New/recruitlogin.jsp., Sign up for a new registration (provide email for login credentials)., Log in and fill the online application form (personal, contact, qualification details)., Select one training position (Mumbai or Visakh Refinery) and engineering branch., Upload a recent passport‑sized photo and signature., Preview, validate, and submit the form., Download/print the filled application for reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 250 Posts?
notification release: Prior to 25 February 2026; application start: 25 February 2026; last date to apply: 10 March 2026; shortlisting notification: To Be Notified; final selection notification: To Be Notified
What is the application fee?
general: 0; ooc: 0; sc: 0; st: 0; pwbd: 0
What is the age limit?
Minimum Age: 18 Years, Maximum Age: 25 Years (Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC‑NC, 10 years for PwBD).
What is the selection process?
Screening of applications on merit percentage, shortlisting for Document Verification (DV) in a 1:5 ratio, merit list post‑DV, engagement after accepting tri‑partite contract on NATS, medical certificate and police verification. No written exam or interview.