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Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) - Refineries Division has announced the engagement of Graduate Apprentice Trainees in Engineering streams under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This opportunity is for fresh engineering graduates in specified disciplines at Mumbai Refinery and Visakh Refinery, providing one-year training with industry exposure in refining operations.
Candidates seeking PSU apprenticeship jobs in oil & gas sector should review the eligibility, vacancy details, and application steps below.
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Category Details Organization Name Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) - Refineries Division Post Name Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Engineering) Total Number of Vacancies 250 Recruitment Year 2026-27 Job Type Apprenticeship Training Training Duration 1 Year Qualification Engineering Graduation in Relevant Discipline (Passed after 01.04.2023) Application Mode Online Selection Process Merit-Based Screening, Document Verification Job Location Mumbai Refinery (Maharashtra), Visakh Refinery (Andhra Pradesh) Official Website https://www.hindustanpetroleum.com
The official notification outlines the apprenticeship rules, eligible disciplines, and terms.
Download the HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026-27 Notification PDF from the HPCL careers portal.
Why you should read the notification carefully:
Verify eligible engineering branches and equivalents Check calculation of percentage and relaxations Confirm required documents for verification Understand no employment guarantee post-training
Event Date Notification Release Prior to 25 February 2026 Online Application Start 25 February 2026 Last Date to Apply 10 March 2026 Shortlisting / DV To Be Notified Final Selection List To Be Notified
(Candidates should regularly check the HPCL website for updates.)
Total tentative vacancies: 250 (Reservation as per state-wise policy for Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh).
Position Vacancy Mumbai Refinery - Maharashtra 120 Visakh Refinery - Andhra Pradesh 130
Candidates must choose only one location (Mumbai or Visakh) during application; shortlisting and training will be at the selected position.
Engineering Disciplines:
Chemical Civil Mechanical Electrical Instrumentation Computer Science/IT
(Refer to notification for detailed eligible degrees/equivalents under each core discipline.)
Educational Qualification
Full-time Engineering Graduation (BE/BTech) in the relevant discipline from AICTE/UGC recognized university/institute. Completed after 01.04.2023 (candidates prior to this date ineligible). Minimum Marks: 60% aggregate for UR/OBC-NC/EWS; 50% for SC/ST/PwBD (VH/HH/OH/MD). Percentage Calculation: As per university norms; if CGPA/GPA, convert using institute formula (certificate required). Fractions ignored (e.g., 49.99% = less than 50%).
Age Limit (As on 10.03.2026)
Minimum Age: 18 Years Maximum Age: 25 Years Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NC, 10 years for PwBD (as per Govt. guidelines).
Additional Requirements
Indian nationals only. Registered and approved on NATS 2.0 portal by BOAT. No prior apprenticeship or work experience of 1+ year. PwBD: 40%+ disability in specified categories (VH/HH/OH/MD). All qualifications recognized by UGC/AICTE/Board of Technical Education.
Selection will be based on:
No written exam or interview. Incomplete/ineligible applications rejected.
Monthly stipend: ₹25,000 (₹20,500 by HPCL + ₹4,500 by GOI via DBT).
Follow these steps:
Important Notes:
No fee. Multiple applications rejected. Keep email/mobile active for communications. No TA/DA for DV.
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Organization
HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Online Form 2026
Full-time Engineering Graduation (BE/BTech) in the relevant discipline from AICTE/UGC recognized university/institute.
Completed after 01.04.2023 (candidates prior to this date ineligible).
Minimum Marks: 60% aggregate for UR/OBC-NC/EWS; 50% for SC/ST/PwBD (VH/HH/OH/MD).
Percentage Calculation: As per university norms; if CGPA/GPA, convert using institute formula (certificate required). Fractions ignored (e.g., 49.99% = less than 50%).
Age
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 25 Years
Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NC, 10 years for PwBD (as per Govt. guidelines).
Selection Process
Screening of applications on merit percentage (marks) per eligibility and positions.
Shortlisting for Document Verification (DV) in 1:5 ratio (email intimation).
Preparation of merit list post-DV for eligible candidates.
Engagement after accepting tri-partite contract on NATS, medical certificate (prescribed format), and police verification.
Important Dates
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Event
Date
Notification Release
Prior to 25 February 2026
Online Application Start
25 February 2026
Last Date to Apply
10 March 2026
Shortlisting / DV
To Be Notified
Final Selection List
To Be Notified
Application Dates
Start Date: Last Date: Event Date Notification Release Prior to 25 February 2026 Online Application Start 25 February 2026 Last Date to Apply 10 March 2026 Shortlisting / DV To Be Notified Final Selection List To Be Notified