HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee 2026 Recruitment – Engineering Apprentices Across India

HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee 2026 Recruitment – Engineering Apprentices Across India

If you are an engineering graduate looking for practical industry training in a Government of India company, this opportunity from HPCL can be a strong career step. The HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee 2026 Recruitment notification has been released for engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the year 2026–27.

This recruitment is for Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Engineering) in multiple states across India. Below is a complete and simplified guide for SarkariSnap readers.

Table of Contents

• Recruitment Overview
• About HPCL & Training Details
• Important Dates
• State-wise Vacancy Details
• Eligibility Criteria
• Age Limit & Relaxation
• Stipend & Salary Reality
• Selection Process
• How to Apply Online
• Required Documents
• Reservation Rules
• Important Instructions
• Frequently Asked Questions

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Recruitment Overview

Organization	Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)
Post Name	Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Engineering)
Year	2026–27
Training Period	One Year
Mode of Application	Online
Job Type	Apprenticeship (Not Permanent Job)

This is not a direct permanent government job. It is an apprenticeship training program where selected candidates will gain practical experience for one year.

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About HPCL & Training Details

HPCL is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. The company works in refining, storage, distribution, and marketing of petroleum products across India. The training will be provided in the Marketing Division at various locations in India. Selected candidates will be placed in the state chosen during application. However, the exact training location within the state depends on company requirement. Engineering Branches Eligible:

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Instrumentation Engineering

Only candidates registered on the NATS 2.0 portal and approved by the Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT) will be considered.

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Important Dates

Online Application Start Date	16th February 2026
Last Date to Apply	02nd March 2026

Applications submitted after 02 March 2026 will not be accepted.

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State-wise Vacancy Details

Total vacancies are distributed across different states. Reservation will follow government norms.

State	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

Maharashtra has the highest number of seats.

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Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed Engineering Graduation in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation.

• Minimum 60% marks for UR/OBC-NC candidates
• Minimum 50% marks for SC/ST/PwBD candidates

The degree must be recognized by UGC/AICTE or relevant authority. Important condition:

• Only candidates who completed engineering after 1st April 2023 are eligible.
• Candidates who completed engineering before 1st April 2023 are not eligible.
• Candidates with one year or more work experience are not eligible.
• Previously engaged apprentices are not eligible.

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Age Limit & Relaxation

Minimum Age	18 Years
Maximum Age	25 Years (as on 02nd March 2026)

Age relaxation:

• SC/ST – 5 years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 years
• PwBD – 10 years

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Stipend & Salary Reality

Selected Graduate Apprentice Trainees will receive: Rs. 25,000 per month Break-up:

• Rs. 20,500 paid by HPCL
• Rs. 4,500 paid by Government of India through DBT

Important to understand:

• This is a stipend, not a salary.
• No additional allowances are provided.
• No housing assistance is given.
• After completion, there is no guarantee of permanent job.

However, apprentices may get:

• Age relaxation equal to training period (maximum 1 year)
• Additional 5% marks benefit in CBT if they apply for HPCL recruitment later

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Selection Process

The selection process is merit-based. 

Step 1: Applications screened based on marks in engineering degree. 

Step 2: Candidates shortlisted in ratio 1:5 for document verification. 

Step 3: Final merit list prepared based on eligible candidates who attend verification. There is:

• No written exam mentioned
• No interview mentioned
• No TA/DA for document verification

Selection depends purely on academic performance.

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How to Apply Online

Follow these steps carefully: Register on HPCL Apprentice portal. Create new registration using valid email ID. Login using credentials received. Fill personal details. Select engineering branch. Select preferred training state (only one allowed). Upload photograph and signature. Preview application carefully. Accept declaration. Submit finally. Important:

• Only one application allowed.
• Multiple applications will be rejected.
• No hard copy submission required.

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Required Documents

Candidates must keep the following ready:

• Engineering Degree Certificate
• Marksheets of all semesters
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport size photograph
• Signature scan copy
• Medical Certificate (after selection)
• Police Verification (after selection)

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Reservation Rules

Reservation for SC/ST/OBC-NC/PwBD will follow Government of India guidelines. Important points:

• OBC creamy layer candidates must apply as UR.
• Caste name must exactly match central list.
• Certificates in other languages must be self-translated into English/Hindi.
• No category change allowed after submission.

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Important Instructions

• Only Indian nationals are eligible.
• Email communication only; no postal communication.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected.
• False information will lead to cancellation.
• Management can modify number of vacancies.
• Apprenticeship duration is strictly one year.

Official Notification: Click Here

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Is this a permanent government job?
No. It is a one-year apprenticeship training program. 

Q2. Is there any written exam?
Not Mentioned in Notification. 

Q3. Can final year students apply?
Not Mentioned in Notification. 

Q4. Can I change state preference later?
No. State selection cannot be changed after submission. 

Q5. Is work experience allowed?
No. Candidates with one year or more experience are not eligible. 

Q6. What is the maximum age?
25 years as on 02-03-2026 (with applicable relaxations). 

Q7. Will I get accommodation?
No housing or additional allowance is provided. 

Q8. Do I need to send hard copy?
No. Hard copy submission is not required.

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Disclaimer: Information provided above is based on the official HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee 2026 Recruitment notification. Candidates are advised to read the official PDF carefully before applying.