HPCL TA Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 24 Posts

The official notification does not specify separate dates for shortlisting, interview, or joining - these will be communicated to shortlisted candidates by email.

A total of 24 vacancies have been notified for engagement as Turnaround Consultant at HPCL Visakh Refinery, distributed across roles and HPCL salary grades as follows: The Salary Grade 10F and 10G vacancies (1 post each) fall under the Senior Grade F/G - Technical Advisor/Turnaround Mentor category, intended for experienced refinery professionals who can provide technical leadership and mentoring for critical turnaround activities, particularly in Static Maintenance.

Retired employees of HPCL or other Public Sector Oil Companies having relevant experience for the position applied for are eligible to apply. The applicant shall not be more than 64 years of age as on 31.07.2026. Candidates should ensure that they fulfill the prescribed age criteria. Calculate your exact age using our Age Calculator before submitting your application to confirm your eligibility. Applicants must have worked in the relevant department/division in the Refinery Maintenance or Operations Department (as per the position applied for) and should have a minimum of 5 years of experience. Preference will be given to candidates having substantial hands-on experience in major Refinery Shutdowns/Turnarounds (TA), including planning, execution, field coordination, contractor management and safe completion of turnaround jobs. A minimum cooling period of 2 months is required between reti

The monthly fee will not exceed the applicant's last drawn salary (Basic + DA), after adjusting the notional monthly payment arising out of Annuity (without commutation), based on the option of "15 years certain & life thereafter." In addition, reimbursement of conveyance expenses and monthly mobile expenses will be provided as per the Guidelines for Engaging Ex-Employees. No other allowances or benefits will be extended. TDS, as applicable, will be deducted as per taxation rules. Selected consultants will work in General Shift or Rotational Shift (8-hour or 12-hour schedule) as advised by the Turnaround In-Charge.

Selection will be based on Personal Interaction/Interview of shortlisted candidates by a Selection Committee. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email about the date and time of the interaction/interview. Candidates are advised to mention a valid email ID and mobile number in their application. The interview may be conducted online (via Zoom) or in physical mode; shortlisted candidates will be informed accordingly by email. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the selection process if the interview is conducted physically. No reimbursement will be provided for joining. The consultant appointment will be in the form of a contract with a specific termination clause. No other facilities, benefits, allowances, or compensation would be permissible except those specifically mentioned in the contract. Ex-employees will be required to abide by the Confidentiality Clause applicable to r

The following documents must be attached along with the application: Copy of Service Certificate issued by Employer (PSU) showing last drawn Basic Salary Copy of Aadhar Card Work Experience Certificate issued by Employer mentioning the Job Roles Self-Declaration as per format (Annexure III) towards no major penalty during service period and no minor penalty during the last 10 years of service period (applicable for candidates other than HPCL ex-employees) Copy of Annuity Certificate (SBFS/NPS) Note: Upon selection, candidates other than HPCL retired employees will have to submit a certificate from their respective employers as per the format in Annexure IV.

In case of any ambiguity or dispute arising due to interpretation of versions other than English, the English version will prevail. Applications must be sent only via email; the notification does not mention any online application portal. Candidates should ensure their email ID and mobile number are valid and active, as all communication regarding shortlisting and interviews will be sent via email.