Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited has released the official notification for HPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. The recruitment is for Graduate Apprentice Trainee posts in engineering disciplines under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 608 vacancies have been announced across various states and union territories.
Eligible engineering graduates can apply online from 16 February 2026. Candidates are advised to check eligibility conditions, selection process, and important dates carefully before submitting the application form.
Overview of HPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited |
| Advt No. | Not mentioned |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice Trainee |
| No. of Posts | 608 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Apprenticeship |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Merit List and Document Verification |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given below. Read further to know about vacancies, eligibility, selection process, and stipend details.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 16 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details of HPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The state-wise training slots for Graduate Apprentice Trainees are given below.
| State / Union Territory | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 62 |
| Assam | 8 |
| Bihar | 11 |
| Chandigarh | 8 |
| Chhattisgarh | 8 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu | 1 |
| Delhi | 16 |
| Goa | 5 |
| Gujarat | 29 |
| Haryana | 16 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 3 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 8 |
| Jharkhand | 11 |
| Karnataka | 44 |
| Kerala | 15 |
| Ladakh | 1 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 22 |
| Maharashtra | 114 |
| Odisha | 22 |
| Punjab | 23 |
| Rajasthan | 39 |
| Tamil Nadu | 35 |
| Telangana | 22 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 40 |
| Uttarakhand | 8 |
| West Bengal | 37 |
| Total | 608 |
Eligibility Criteria of HPCL Apprentice Vacancies
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice Trainee | B.E./B.Tech in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering from a recognized institute with required percentage | Minimum 18 years and Maximum 25 years as on 02 March 2026 |
Additional eligibility details
Minimum marks: 60 percent for UR and OBC-NCL candidates, 50 percent for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.
Year of passing should be on or after 01 April 2023.
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.
Selection Process
The selection process for HPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
Merit list preparation based on aggregate marks in B.E./B.Tech
Document verification of shortlisted candidates in a 1:5 ratio
There will be no written examination or interview.
HPCL Apprentice Stipend Details
The stipend for Graduate Apprentice Trainees is fixed as per the Apprentices Act.
| Stipend Component | Amount Per Month |
|---|---|
| HPCL Contribution | Rs. 20,500 |
| Government of India Contribution | Rs. 4,500 |
| Total Stipend | Rs. 25,000 |
HPCL Apprentice Official Notification & Apply Details
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