HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 608 Engineering Posts

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has officially announced the HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026, inviting online applications for 608 Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Engineering) vacancies across India. This is a prime opportunity for fresh engineering graduates to join a leading Government of India enterprise and receive valuable industry training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

? Online Application Dates:
• Start: 16 February 2026
• Last Date: 02 March 2026

? Recruitment Overview

The apprenticeship program offers hands-on training in core engineering disciplines, supporting industry readiness for fresh graduates.

? Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026, candidates must satisfy the following:

• Educational Qualification:
  • B.E./B.Tech degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering.
  • Minimum 60% aggregate marks for UR/OBC-NC and 50% aggregate marks for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
• Passing Year: Candidates should have completed their engineering degree on or after 01 April 2023.
• Age Limit:
  • Minimum: 18 years
  • Maximum: 25 years (as on 02 March 2026)
  • Age relaxation as per government norms: +5 years (SC/ST), +3 years (OBC-NC), +10 years (PwBD).

? State-Wise Vacancy Distribution

HPCL’s Graduate Apprentice vacancies are spread across India, offering training in various locations:

• Andhra Pradesh: 62
• Maharashtra: 114
• Karnataka: 44
• Uttar Pradesh: 40
• Rajasthan: 39
• West Bengal: 37
• Tamil Nadu: 35
• Gujarat: 29
• Punjab: 23
• Odisha: 22
  (and other states & UTs up to a total of 608 seats)

? Salary / Stipend

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ?25,000 during the apprenticeship period. This includes:

• ?20,500 paid by HPCL
• ?4,500 paid directly by the Government of India via DBT

? Selection Process

The selection for HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees is merit-based and includes:

1. Screening of applications based on qualifying degree percentage.
2. Shortlisting in a 1:5 ratio (five candidates for each available training slot).
3. Document verification for shortlisted candidates.
4. Final merit list preparation.
5. Medical certificate and police verification for appointment.

There is no written exam or interview stage, making it ideal for recent graduates.

HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Important Links

• Apply Online: Click here
• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Official Website: Click here 

? How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates must follow these steps to apply:

Visit the official HPCL application portal.

1. Complete online registration and obtain login credentials.
2. Log in and fill in personal, academic, and contact details carefully.
3. Upload photograph, signature, and necessary documents as per specifications.
4. Review the application and submit before 02 March 2026.
5. Save/print the submitted application copy for future reference.

Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.

? Important Dates

? Key Highlights

• 608 Graduate Apprentice posts with excellent apprenticeship training across India.
• No written exam or interview — selection based on academic marks.
• Generous stipend of ?25,000/month with DBT support.
• Opportunity for fresh engineering graduates from core disciplines.

Conclusion: If you’re a B.E./B.Tech fresher looking for a strong start in your engineering career with practical training and a stipend, the HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026 is a promising opportunity — make sure to apply online before 02 March 2026.