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HPCL Visakh Refinery Turnaround Consultant Recruitment 2026 | Apply for 24 Posts @ hpcl.in

HPCL Visakh Refinery has released a notification for the engagement of Superannuated Employees of Public Sector Oil & Gas Companies as Turnaround Consultant on a Short-Term Contract basis. The HPCL Visakh Refinery Turnaround Consultant Recruitment 2026 notification has been published for a total of 24 vacancies across various roles including Maintenance Static, Operations, Maintenance Instrumentation, Maintenance Electrical, Maintenance Rotary, and Maintenance Civil. Interested and eligible retired employees from HPCL and other Public Sector Oil & Gas companies can apply through email on or before 12 September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced retired professionals from the oil and gas sector to contribute their expertise to a major refinery turnaround project at Visakh Refinery.

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About HPCL Visakh Refinery

HPCL Visakh Refinery is one of the premier refineries of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. Located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, the refinery is scheduled to undertake a major Block Turnaround (TA) in November-December 2026, covering nine critical process units. The refinery has a strong track record of excellence in refining operations and maintenance.

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Recruitment Highlights

Feature	Details
Organization	HPCL Visakh Refinery
Post Name	Turnaround Consultant
Total Vacancies	24
Engagement Type	Short-Term Contract (3 Months)
Engagement Period	October/November 2026 onwards
Application Mode	Email (performancemanagement@hpcl.in)
Job Location	Visakh Refinery, Visakhapatnam
Official Website	www.hindustanpetroleum.com

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Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	September 2026
Last Date to Apply (Email)	12 September 2026
Turnaround Period	November-December 2026

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Vacancy Details

Role	HPCL Salary Grade Up to 10E (Others - Up to E07)	HPCL Salary Grade 10F (Others - E08)	HPCL Salary Grade 10G (Others - E08)	Total
TA Consultant - Maintenance Static	7	1	1	9
TA Consultant - Operations	6	-	-	6
TA Consultant - Maintenance Instrumentation	4	-	-	4
TA Consultant - Maintenance Electrical	2	-	-	2
TA Consultant - Maintenance Rotary	2	-	-	2
TA Consultant - Maintenance Civil	1	-	-	1
Total	22	1	1	24

Note: Senior Grade F/G positions are intended for experienced refinery professionals who can provide technical leadership and mentoring for critical turnaround activities.

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Eligibility Criteria

1. Eligibility:

• Retired Employees of HPCL / Other Public Sector Oil Companies having relevant experience for the position applied for.

2. Age Limit:

• Applicant shall not be more than 64 years as on 31 July 2026.
• Engagement shall be for a period of 3 months subject to applicant not attaining 65 years of age during the engagement period.

3. Experience:

• Applicant should have worked in the following department/division in Refinery Maintenance or Operations Department (as per the position applied for).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the relevant department.
• Preference will be given to candidates having substantial hands-on experience in major Refinery Shutdowns / Turnarounds (TA), including planning, execution, field coordination, contractor management and safe completion of turnaround jobs.

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Experience Requirements by Role

Role	Required Experience
TA Consultant - Maintenance Static	Worked in Maintenance Department - Static Division
TA Consultant - Operations	Worked in Operations Department
TA Consultant - Maintenance Instrumentation	Worked in Maintenance Department - Instrumentation
TA Consultant - Maintenance Electrical	Worked in Maintenance Department - Electrical
TA Consultant - Maintenance Rotary	Worked in Maintenance Department - Rotary
TA Consultant - Maintenance Civil	Worked in Maintenance Department - Civil

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Compensation & Benefits

• Monthly Fee: Not exceeding the last drawn salary (Basic + DA) after adjusting Notional monthly payment arising out of Annuity (without commutation), based on the option of "15 years certain & life thereafter".
• Conveyance Expenses: Reimbursement shall be provided in accordance with the Guidelines for Engaging Ex-Employees.
• Mobile Expenses: Monthly mobile expenses reimbursement shall be provided.
• TDS: TDS, as applicable, shall be deducted as per taxation rules.
• No other allowances / benefits will be extended.

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Work Pattern

• General Shift or Rotational Shift (with 8hr or 12 hours) schedule as advised by Turnaround In-Charge.

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Selection Process

• Shortlisting: Applications will be screened based on eligibility criteria and relevant experience.
• Personal Interaction / Interview: Selection will be based on personal interviews by the Selection Committee through virtual or physical mode.
• Notification: Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email about the date and time of the interview.
• Mode: The interaction/interview for shortlisted candidates will be either through online mode (Zoom meeting) or through physical mode.
• TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the Selection process if the interview is conducted physically.
• Joining: No reimbursement shall be provided for joining.

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How to Apply for HPCL Visakh Refinery Turnaround Consultant Recruitment 2026

• Step 1: Download the application format from the official HPCL website or notification.
• Step 2: Fill the application form neatly in typed format (not handwritten) as per Annexure II.
• Step 3: Attach all supporting documents including Service Certificate, Aadhar Card, Work Experience Certificate, Self Declaration (Annexure III), and Annuity Certificate.
• Step 4: Combine the Application and Supporting Documents into a Single PDF file only.
• Step 5: Send the application via email to performancemanagement@hpcl.in.
• Step 6: Mention the Subject of Email as "Application for Turnaround Consultant at VR".
• Step 7: Ensure the application reaches on or before the last date of receipt of Applications i.e. 12 September 2026.

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Documents Required

• Duly filled Application Form (Annexure II) - Typed format
• Copy of Service Certificate issued by Employer (PSU) showing last drawn Basic Salary
• Copy of Aadhar Card
• Work Experience Certificate issued by Employer mentioning the Job Roles
• Self Declaration (Annexure III) towards no major penalty during Service period and no minor penalty during the last 10 years of service period (Other than HPCL Ex-Employees)
• Copy of Annuity Certificate (SBFS / NPS)
• Upon selection, candidates other than HPCL retired employees have to submit a certificate from their respective employers as per format (Annexure IV)

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Important Links

Description	Link
Official HPCL Website	Click Here
Apply via Email	performancemanagement@hpcl.in
Download Notification PDF	Click Here

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Important Terms & Conditions

• The consultant appointment would be in the form of a contract with a specific termination clause.
• No other facilities, benefits, allowances, compensation etc. would be permissible except those specifically mentioned in the Contract.
• Ex-employee shall be required to abide by the Confidentiality Clause as applicable to regular employees.
• Minimum cooling period of 2 months needed between retirement and re-engagement.
• Applicant shall have no major penalty awarded during Service period and no minor penalty awarded during the last 10 years of service period.
• Contract may be terminated prematurely by giving 30 days notice from either side.
• Engagement shall be for a period of 3 months subject to applicant not attaining 65 years of age during the engagement period and subject to medical fitness.
• In case of any ambiguity or dispute arises on account of interpretation in versions other than English, the English version will prevail.

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Contact Details

• Organization: HPCL Visakh Refinery
• Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Official Website: www.hindustanpetroleum.com
• Application Email: performancemanagement@hpcl.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the last date to apply for HPCL Visakh Refinery Turnaround Consultant Recruitment 2026?

• The last date to submit the application via email is 12 September 2026.

2. What is the total number of vacancies for this recruitment?

• A total of 24 vacancies have been announced across various roles including Maintenance Static (9), Operations (6), Maintenance Instrumentation (4), Maintenance Electrical (2), Maintenance Rotary (2), and Maintenance Civil (1).

3. What is the eligibility criteria for this recruitment?

• Retired employees of HPCL or other Public Sector Oil & Gas companies having relevant experience in refinery maintenance or operations with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the relevant department. Age should not be more than 64 years as on 31 July 2026.

4. What is the period of engagement for this position?

• The engagement shall be for a period of 3 months from October/November 2026, subject to the applicant not attaining 65 years of age during the engagement period.

5. What is the selection process for this recruitment?

• Selection will be based on personal interaction/interview of shortlisted candidates by a Selection Committee through virtual or physical mode.

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Disclaimer: This article has been prepared for informational purposes based on the official HPCL Visakh Refinery Turnaround Consultant Recruitment 2026 Notification. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. All information including vacancy numbers, eligibility criteria, and dates are as per the official advertisement. In case of any discrepancy, the official notification issued by HPCL shall prevail. Keep checking the official HPCL website for updates on recruitment-related information.