HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 Notification Out | Apply Online for 358 Engineering Apprentice Posts @ jobs.hpcl.co.in
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, has released the official notification for engagement of Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Engineering) in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation streams for the year 2026-27 at locations across India. The online application process commences on 15 July 2026 and the last date to apply is 31 July 2026. Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official HPCL Apprentice portal.
This article provides complete information about HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limit, stipend, selection process, important dates, and direct links to apply online. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting their applications.
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About Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) is a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MOP&NG). It is engaged in Refining, Storage, Distribution and has a vast marketing network consisting of Refineries, Zonal offices, regional offices, Terminals, Pipeline networks, Aviation Service stations, LPG Bottling Plants and Inland Relay Depots spread across India.
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Recruitment Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Engineering) |
| Available Seats | 358 |
| Disciplines | Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Start Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Training Duration | 01 Year |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹25,000/- (₹20,500 by HPCL + ₹4,500 by GOI via DBT) |
| Official Website | hindustanpetroleum.com/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Commencement | 15 July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 31 July 2026 |
Vacancy Details – State Wise Distribution
| S.No. | State | Training Slots |
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | 15 |
| 2 | Assam | 6 |
| 3 | Bihar | 14 |
| 4 | Chandigarh | 4 |
| 5 | Chhattisgarh | 8 |
| 6 | Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu (UT) | 1 |
| 7 | Delhi | 18 |
| 8 | Goa | 6 |
| 9 | Gujarat | 32 |
| 10 | Haryana | 14 |
| 11 | Jammu & Kashmir | 5 |
| 12 | Jharkhand | 5 |
| 13 | Karnataka | 14 |
| 14 | Kerala | 9 |
| 15 | Madhya Pradesh | 10 |
| 16 | Maharashtra | 64 |
| 17 | Nagaland | 2 |
| 18 | Odisha | 4 |
| 19 | Punjab | 16 |
| 20 | Rajasthan | 17 |
| 21 | Tamil Nadu | 20 |
| 22 | Telangana | 19 |
| 23 | Uttar Pradesh | 37 |
| 24 | Uttarakhand | 4 |
| 25 | West Bengal | 14 |
| Total | 358 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
- Registration: Candidates must be registered and approved on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0) web portal and by Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT).
- Qualification: Engineering Graduates in Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation streams.
- Passing Year: Candidates who have completed Engineering Graduation on or after 01 September 2023 are eligible. Those completed prior to 01 September 2023 are NOT eligible.
- UR/OBC-NC: 60% aggregate marks in all semesters/years
- SC/ST/PwBD (VH/HH/OH/MD): 50% aggregate marks in all semesters/years
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Age Limit & Relaxation
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years (as on 31 July 2026)
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC-NC: 3 years
- PwBD (VH/HH/OH/MD): 10 years
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Stipend & Benefits
- Monthly Stipend: ₹25,000/- per month
- Break-up: ₹20,500 by HPCL + ₹4,500 by Government of India (via DBT scheme)
- Training Duration: 01 (One) Year
- No Housing Assistance: No housing assistance or any other allowances provided.
Selection Process
- Step 1: Application Screening – Based on merit percentage (marks) according to eligibility criteria.
- Step 2: Document Verification – Candidates will be called in order of merit in a ratio of 1:5 with respect to training slots.
- Step 3: Final Merit List – Based on candidates found suitable after document verification.
- Step 4: Engagement – Candidates engaged in merit order on accepting tri-partite apprenticeship contract on NATS website, submission of medical certificate, and police verification.
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Important Conditions
- Candidates who have been engaged previously as Apprentice or are undergoing Apprenticeship training elsewhere are NOT eligible.
- Candidates who have work experience of one year or more are NOT eligible.
- Multiple applications will be rejected.
- Apprentice will be placed for training at the preferred state (option chosen by candidate).
- Apprentice may be assigned any training location within the state as per requirement/availability.
- Engagement is governed by Apprentices Act 1961 / Apprentices Amendment Act 1973.
- No obligation on HPCL to provide permanent/temporary employment on successful completion of apprenticeship.
- Successful completion of apprenticeship does not accord any right of recruitment/selection.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official HPCL Apprentice portal. Follow the steps below:
- Visit the HPCL Apprentice Application Link: https://jobs.hpcl.co.in/Recruit_New/recruitlogin.jsp
- Click on "Sign up for New Registration" to register
- After registration, login credentials (email ID and password) will be sent to your registered email ID
- Sign in using the login credentials
- Fill only ONE application – multiple applications will be rejected
- Select the Engineering Branch from the dropdown (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation)
- Fill Personal Details as mentioned in the application form (mandatory fields marked with *)
- Click on "Validate your details"
- After validation, click on "Save & Next" to move to the next part
- Fill Contact Details – provide correspondence address, permanent address, and contact number
- Select State of Training from the dropdown (only one state preference)
- Click on "Validate your details, Save & Next"
- In the Qualification Details section, upload recent Passport sized photograph and Signature
- Preview the application form and recheck all details
- If corrections needed, click on the section/Back and edit the details
- Read the declaration carefully
- Check the boxes of declaration and click on "Final Submit"
- After submission, a confirmation email with HPCL Application Number will be sent to your registered email ID
- Candidates are required to recheck the details filled in the application form under Preview.
- In case of any corrections, click on the section/Back and edit the details.
- Before final submission, read the declaration carefully.
- For final submission, check the boxes of declaration and click on Final Submit.
- After submission, candidates will receive confirmation email on their registered email ID with HPCL Application Number.
Required Documents
Candidates must keep the following documents ready for upload/verification:
- Recent Passport Size Colour Photograph
- Scanned Signature
- Engineering Degree Certificate / Provisional Certificate
- All Semester/Year Mark Sheets
- SC/ST/OBC-NC Caste Certificate (if applicable) – in prescribed format
- PwBD Disability Certificate (if applicable) – VH/HH/OH/MD categories
- NATS 2.0 Registration Certificate
- Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
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Important Links
| Description | Link |
| HPCL Apprentice Portal | Click Here |
| Official HPCL Website | Visit Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Help Desk Email | apprentices@hpcl.in |
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
- Candidates must be registered on NATS 2.0 portal and approved by BOAT.
- Engineering Graduates completed on or after 01 September 2023 are only eligible.
- UR/OBC-NC candidates must have 60% aggregate; SC/ST/PwBD must have 50% aggregate.
- Minimum age 18 years and maximum 25 years as on 31 July 2026.
- Candidates previously engaged as Apprentice or undergoing Apprenticeship elsewhere are NOT eligible.
- Candidates with work experience of one year or more are NOT eligible.
- Only one application per candidate – multiple applications will be rejected.
- Furnishing of wrong/false information will lead to disqualification.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- All queries to be emailed at apprentices@hpcl.in with subject "GAT Engagement (2026-27) – Application No."
- All communications will be through email ID / Mobile Number provided in the application.
- Candidates are advised to check the NATS/HPCL Portal regularly for updates.
- Age relaxation to the extent of training period undergone (not exceeding one year) for recruitment in HPCL.
- Additional 5% grace marks in CBT for shortlisting purposes.
- Successful completion of apprenticeship does not confer any right to employment.
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Disclaimer: This article has been prepared for informational purposes based on the official HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee Engagement Notification 2026. 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 notification. In case of any discrepancy, the official notification issued by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited shall prevail. Keep checking the official HPCL/NATS portals for updates on document verification schedules and other engagement-related information.