Fuel Your Future: HPCL Announces Graduate Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026-27!

The wait is over for engineering graduates looking to kickstart their careers with a Maharatna powerhouse! Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has officially released its notification for the Engagement of Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Engineering) for the year 2026-27. This is a golden opportunity to gain hands-on experience in one of India’s most vital energy enterprises.

Whether you are looking for top-tier industry exposure or a stepping stone into the public sector, this 12-month program is designed to turn your academic knowledge into professional expertise.

The “Must-Watch” Calendar: Key Dates

Don’t let these deadlines pass you by! Mark your calendars for the following milestones:

• Online Application Starts: February 16, 2026.
• Final Deadline to Apply: March 2, 2026.
• Eligibility Cut-off Date: Age and qualifications will be determined as of March 2, 2026.

Opportunity Breakdown: Vacancies & Eligibility

HPCL is opening its doors to graduates from four core engineering disciplines across India.

• Eligible Streams: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation Engineering.
• Total Training Slots: While HPCL reserves the right to modify numbers, the tentative state-wise distribution includes major hubs like Maharashtra (114 seats), Andhra Pradesh (62 seats), Karnataka (44 seats), and Uttar Pradesh (40 seats).
• Qualifications: * Candidates must have completed their degree after April 1, 2023.
  • A minimum of 60% aggregate marks is required for UR/OBC-NC candidates, and 50% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
• Age Limit: Between 18 and 25 years (with relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NC, and 10 years for PwBD).

The “Perks” of Being an HPCL Apprentice

This isn’t just a training program; it’s a career-accelerator with significant benefits:

• Monthly Stipend: A competitive ₹25,000 per month (₹20,500 paid by HPCL and ₹4,500 via GOI’s DBT scheme).
• The “Recruitment Edge”: Successful apprentices get a 5% marks bonus in future HPCL Computer Based Tests (CBT) and age relaxations for permanent recruitment norms.
• Pan-India Presence: Opportunities are available in nearly every state and UT, from Ladakh to Tamil Nadu.

How to Apply: The Step-by-Step Guide

1. Register on NATS: You must be registered and approved on the NATS 2.0 portal to be considered.
2. HPCL Portal: Visit the official link (jobs.hpcl.co.in/Recruit_New/recruitlogin.jsp) and sign up for “New Registration”.
3. Validate & Submit: Fill in your personal and qualification details, select your preferred state for training, and upload your photo and signature.
4. No Hard Copies: There is no need to send physical documents to HPCL; the entire process is digital.

Important Pro-Tips

• Merit-Based Selection: Candidates are shortlisted based on their engineering degree marks in a 1:5 ratio for document verification.
• One Chance: Multiple applications will lead to rejection, so ensure all details are correct before clicking “Final Submit”.
• Stay Updated: Regularly check your registered email and the NATS/HPCL portals for communication.

Official Notification: Check all the details here

Registration Link: Apply Now!

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