HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee 2026: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has released a notification for 620 Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Engineering) posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Engineering graduates in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation can apply online from 16 February 2026 to 2 March 2026. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹25,000.
HPCL Apprentice 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice Trainee |
| Total Vacancies | 620 |
| Streams | Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation |
| Stipend | ₹25,000 per month |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Selection Mode | Merit-Based |
| Application Dates | 16 Feb 2026 – 2 March 2026 |
HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- B.E. / B.Tech in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering.
- Minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD).
- Degree completed on or after 1 April 2023.
- Only Indian nationals can apply.
- Candidates with 1 year or more work experience are not eligible.
HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee 2026 Age Limit (As on 2 March 2026)
| General (UR) | 25 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 28 Years |
| SC/ST | 30 Years |
| PwBD | 35 Years |
Stipend Details
- ₹20,500 paid by HPCL.
- ₹4,500 paid by the Government of India (DBT).
- Total Monthly Stipend: ₹25,000.
- No additional HRA or allowances.
HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee 2026 Selection Process
- Merit-Based Shortlisting (based on engineering marks).
- Document Verification (1:5 ratio).
- Medical Examination.
- Police Verification.
- Final Engagement through the NATS portal.
HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee 2026 Important Dates
| Application Start | 16 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 March 2026 |
| Age Cut-Off Date | 2 March 2026 |
Application Fee
There is no application fee for the HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee 2026 Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Apply Here |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
| NATS Portal | Visit NATS |
FAQs
What is the stipend for HPCL Graduate Apprentice 2026?
The total monthly stipend is ₹25,000 (₹20,500 from HPCL + ₹4,500 via DBT).
Is there any exam for HPCL Apprentice Recruitment?
No. Selection is purely merit-based.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online is 2 March 2026.
Is this a permanent job?
No. This is a one-year apprenticeship training program.
