Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a Maharatna PSU, has invited online applications for Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Engineering) posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the 2026-27 session — a total of 358 training slots across Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation streams. Eligible engineering graduates can apply online from 15 July 2026 to 31 July 2026 at hindustanpetroleum.com. Complete details are given below.
HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organisation | Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Engineering) |
| Streams | Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation |
| Total Training Slots | 358 (state-wise, tentative) |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹25,000/- |
| Duration | One Year |
| Age Limit | 18 to 25 Years (as on 31 July 2026) |
| Application Mode | Online |
Important Dates
| Online Application Starts | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 July 2026 |
Application Fee
Application fee details are not specified in the official notification. Candidates should refer to the official HPCL notification for confirmation before applying.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: A full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (BE/B.Tech) in the relevant discipline — Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Instrumentation — from a recognised university/institution. Candidates should not have completed apprenticeship earlier or have prior work experience of one year or more, as per the Apprentices Act, 1961. Age Limit: 18 to 25 years as on 31 July 2026, with age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates as per rules.
Selection Process
Selection is based on merit in the qualifying degree (percentage of marks) as per state-wise slots and reservation policy, followed by document verification. Refer to the official notification for the detailed selection methodology.
How to Apply for HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register on the NATS portal (mhrdnats.gov.in) as a Graduate Apprentice, if not already registered.
- Visit the official HPCL website hindustanpetroleum.com and open the Graduate Apprentice Trainee advertisement.
- Fill the online application form with your academic and personal details.
- Upload the required documents (engineering degree, photograph, signature, etc.).
- Submit the application before 31 July 2026 and keep a printout for reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | hindustanpetroleum.com |
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Disclaimer: The information above is compiled from the official HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Engineering) notification for 2026-27. Candidates are advised to read the official notification on hindustanpetroleum.com before applying.