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HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026-27: Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date
HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026-27 Overview
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) - Refineries Division has announced the engagement of Graduate Apprentice Trainees (GAT) in Engineering streams under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a significant opportunity for fresh engineering graduates to gain one-year industry exposure in refining operations at Mumbai Refinery and Visakh Refinery. The recruitment is strictly Merit-Based (Document Verification), with no written examination or interview.
Key Highlights Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) - Refineries Division |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Engineering) |
| Total Vacancies | 250 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Stipend | ₹25,000 per month |
| Official Website | https://www.hindustanpetroleum.com |
Vacancy Details
Total tentative vacancies: 250 (Reservation as per state-wise policy for Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh). Candidates must choose only one location (Mumbai or Visakh) during application.
Location-wise Breakdown
| Position / Location | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mumbai Refinery (Maharashtra) | 120 |
| Visakh Refinery (Andhra Pradesh) | 130 |
Engineering Disciplines
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Computer Science / Information Technology
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Degree: Full-time Engineering Graduation (B.E./B.Tech) in the relevant discipline from an AICTE/UGC recognized university/institute.
- Passing Date: Candidates must have completed their degree after 01.04.2023. (Candidates passing out before this date are ineligible).
- Minimum Marks:
- UR/OBC-NC/EWS: 60% aggregate marks.
- SC/ST/PwBD: 50% aggregate marks.
- CGPA Conversion: If the university provides CGPA/GPA, conversion to percentage must be done using the institute's formula. A certificate of conversion is required. Fractions are ignored (e.g., 49.99% is considered less than 50%).
Age Limit
- Age as on: 10.03.2026 (Cut-off date for application).
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age: 25 Years.
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation.
- OBC-NC: 3 years relaxation.
- PwBD: 10 years relaxation (as per Govt. guidelines for VH/HH/OH/MD categories).
Mandatory Requirements
- NATS Registration: Candidates must be registered and approved on the NATS 2.0 portal by the Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT).
- Experience: No prior apprenticeship or work experience of 1+ year is allowed.
- Disability: PwBD candidates must have 40%+ disability in specified categories.
Selection Process
This recruitment is NOT based on an exam. It is a Direct Recruitment based on merit.
- Merit-Based Screening: Applications are screened based on aggregate marks (percentage) in the qualifying degree.
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for Document Verification (DV) in a 1:5 ratio (5 candidates for every 1 vacancy).
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for physical document verification via email.
- Final Engagement: Selection is subject to acceptance of the tri-partite contract on NATS, medical certificate, and police verification.
- Rejection: Incomplete or ineligible applications will be rejected.
Stipend Details
Candidates engaged as Graduate Apprentice Trainees will receive a monthly stipend of ₹25,000.
- ₹20,500 paid by HPCL.
- ₹4,500 paid by the Government of India (GOI) via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Application Fee
No Application Fee is required for any category (Gen/OBC/SC/ST/PwD).
How to Apply
- Register on NATS: Ensure you are registered and approved on the NATS 2.0 portal. This is mandatory.
- Visit Official Portal: Go to http://jobs.hpcl.co.in/Recruit_New/recruitlogin.jsp.
- New Registration: Sign up using a valid email ID to receive login credentials.
- Fill Application Form: Log in and fill in personal details, contact information, and educational qualifications.
- Select Position: Choose one training position (Mumbai Refinery or Visakh Refinery) and the engineering branch.
- Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-sized photo and signature.
- Preview & Submit: Review the form carefully before final submission.
- Download Copy: Save and print the filled application form for future reference.
Important Dates
| 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 |