HPCL Officers Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 116 Junior Executive, Assistant Manager and More Posts

Before diving into details, candidates should review this quick overview of the HPCL Officer Recruitment 2026, which summarizes the organization, total vacancies, application dates, and mode of application in one glance.

Candidates planning to apply for the HPCL Bharti 2026 should note the key dates below. The application window is open for exactly 20 days, so timely submission is recommended to avoid last-minute technical issues.

The HPCL Vacancy 2026 is divided into fresher positions (Junior Executive roles) and experienced professional positions ranging from Senior Officer to Chief General Manager. A total of 116 posts are available across various disciplines including Chemical Engineering, Fire & Safety, Sales & Marketing, Projects, Economics, and Gas Sourcing. Category-wise reservation for the two largest fresher categories is also specified in the notification: for Junior Executive – Chemical/Fire & Safety pay scale group (30000-120000), the split is SC-8, ST-4, OBCNC-14, EWS-5, UR-23; for the Senior Officer – Sales group (60000-180000), the split is SC-8, ST-4, OBCNC-13, EWS-5, UR-22.

Candidates asking about HPCL Recruitment 2026 eligibility should know that qualification and age requirements vary by post. Freshers need a relevant diploma, while experienced positions require engineering degrees, MBA, or specialised post-graduate qualifications along with defined years of experience. All positions require a minimum of 65% marks (aggregate) for UR/OBCNC/EWS candidates and 55% marks for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in the qualifying degree or diploma. Candidates wondering about age relaxation can note that the maximum age varies by post and experience level, with additional relaxations for reserved categories. The maximum permissible age generally increases with years of relevant experience for senior posts. Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBCNC, 10 years for PwBD (UR), 13 years for PwBD (OBCNC), and 15 years for PwBD (SC/ST) is applicable. An additional 2 year

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The application fee for HPCL Recruitment 2026 depends on the candidate's category. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are fully exempted from paying any fee, while other categories must pay a nominal non-refundable amount online. Payment can be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking. The application fee, once paid, is non-refundable under any circumstances, and candidates should avoid making duplicate payments.

Candidates preparing for the HPCL Junior Executive and Officer Recruitment 2026 should understand that selection involves multiple stages depending on the post applied for. The process combines a Computer Based Test with further shortlisting rounds. Computer Based Test (CBT): Consists of General Aptitude (English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation) and Technical/Professional Knowledge related to the qualifying degree. Tentatively scheduled for August/September 2026 . Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must upload/submit supporting documents as per merit and category-wise ratio. Group Task and/or Personal Interview: Conducted for candidates who clear the CBT and document scrutiny stage. Psychometric Assessment: May be conducted before or after the Group Task/Personal Interview. Physical Fitness Efficiency Test (PFET): Applicable where requi

Selected candidates under HPCL Recruitment 2026 will be inducted at the minimum of the applicable pay scale, with Cost to Company (CTC) varying by post level. The table below shows the approximate annual CTC for each pay scale. The CTC includes Basic Pay, Retirement Benefits, Dearness Allowance, HRA, Cafeteria Allowance, and Performance Related Pay (calculated at maximum). This figure applies to candidates posted in metro cities and may vary for other locations. Calculate your exact in-hand Salary in 10 seconds - Calculate Now

Selected candidates must serve HPCL for a minimum of three years from the date of joining under an executed service bond with surety. This is a mandatory requirement for all officer-level appointments under this recruitment. Additionally, ₹5,000 per month is deducted as retention amount for officers in pay scales ₹30000-120000 or ₹40000-140000 during the first 12 months of probation, while ₹8,000 per month is deducted for pay scales from ₹50000-160000 up to ₹90000-240000. This retention amount is released after 3 years without interest.