Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) — one of India’s premier Maharatna PSU oil refining and marketing companies under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas — has officially released the Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Engineering) Recruitment 2026 advertisement for 358 vacancies across multiple engineering streams and states. This apprenticeship is conducted under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and offers hands-on industrial training at HPCL’s refineries, terminals, and other installations.
Online applications open from July 15, 2026 (12:01 AM) and the last date is July 31, 2026 (11:59 PM). There is absolutely no application fee for any candidate — regardless of category. Stipend is ₹25,000/- per month.
HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) |
| PSU Status | Maharatna (Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas) |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Engineering) |
| Total Vacancies | 358 Posts |
| Apprenticeship Year | 2026-27 |
| Conducted Under | Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹25,000/- per month |
| Application Fee | Nil – Zero for All |
| Application Mode | Online (HPCL Portal + NATS 2.0) |
| Official Website | hindustanpetroleum.com |
Important Dates – HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | July 13, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | July 15, 2026 (12:01 AM onwards) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | July 31, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Document Verification | To be announced |
| Medical Examination | To be announced |
| Apprenticeship Start | 2026-27 |
Application Fee – HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / General / OBC / EWS | ₹0/- (Nil) |
| SC / ST | ₹0/- (Nil) |
| PwD (Divyang) | ₹0/- (Nil) |
| Female (All Categories) | ₹0/- (Nil) |
Age Limit – HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 25 Years |
| Age Calculated As On | July 31, 2026 (Last date of application) |
| Age Relaxation | As per the Government of India / Apprentices Act rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Engineering) | 358 | B.E. / B.Tech Degree in a relevant engineering discipline |
Engineering Streams (Expected):
Based on HPCL’s operations, likely eligible disciplines include:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Instrumentation / Electronics & Instrumentation
- Chemical Engineering
- Computer Science / Information Technology (possibly)
Monthly Stipend & Benefits – HPCL Graduate Apprentice 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly Stipend | ₹25,000/- per month |
| Stipend Nature | Fixed monthly payment during apprenticeship period |
| Duration | As per Apprentices Act norms (typically 1 year) |
| Certificate | National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) upon successful completion |
| Experience Value | Industry experience in a Maharatna PSU — highly valued for future jobs |
| Absorption in HPCL | Not guaranteed — apprenticeship is training, not employment |
What is NATS 2.0? – Complete Guide (Mandatory Step)
NATS 2.0 (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) is a Government of India portal managed by the Ministry of Education for managing all graduate and technician apprenticeships in India.
| Step | Action | Portal |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Register as a student/graduate | nats.education.gov.in |
| Step 2 | Upload your engineering degree and marksheets | nats.education.gov.in |
| Step 3 | Wait for approval (may take 1–3 days) | nats.education.gov.in |
| Step 4 | Get your NATS registration number | nats.education.gov.in |
| Step 5 | Apply on the HPCL portal using NATS ID | hindustanpetroleum.com |
Selection Process – HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Merit-Based Screening — Applications are screened and shortlisted based purely on academic merit (engineering degree percentage). Higher percentage = better chance of being shortlisted.
- Document Verification (1:5 Ratio) — Candidates are called for document verification in a 1:5 ratio — meaning for every 1 vacancy, 5 candidates are called for DV. Only candidates with valid documents and NATS registration proceed.
- Medical Examination — Basic health check for finally selected candidates.
How to Apply – HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
2-Stage Process (NATS First, HPCL Second):
Stage 1 – NATS 2.0 Registration (Do This Now):
- Visit nats.education.gov.in
- Register as a Graduate Apprentice with your engineering degree details
- Upload your degree certificate, marksheets, and required documents
- Submit and wait for approval (1–3 days typically)
- Note your NATS Registration Number — you will need it for HPCL application
Stage 2 – Apply on HPCL Portal (From July 15, 2026):
- Visit – Open hindustanpetroleum.com → Careers → Current Openings on July 15, 2026
- Find the Advertisement – Click on “Graduate Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026-27”
- Register / Login – Create an applicant account or login
- Fill Application Form – Enter personal details, engineering degree details (stream, university, year, marks/CGPA), NATS 2.0 registration number, and contact information
- Upload Documents – Scanned copies of:
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Engineering degree certificate and all semester marksheets
- NATS 2.0 registration/approval confirmation
- Age proof (10th certificate)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD if applicable)
- Submit (Free) – Review all details. Submit. No payment needed
- Download Confirmation – Save the application receipt
Important Links – HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Active from July 15, 2026) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| HPCL Official Website | hindustanpetroleum.com |
FAQs – HPCL Graduate Apprentice 2026
Ans. Online application ki last date 31 July 2026 (11:59 PM) hai. Apply link 15 July 2026 (12:01 AM) se active hai. Sirf 16 days ka window hai — aaj hi NATS register karo.
Ans. Total 358 Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Engineering) posts hain — multiple engineering streams mein.
Ans. B.E. / B.Tech Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Instrumentation, Chemical, etc.). Minimum marks requirement full notification se confirm karein — typically 60% (Gen) ya 55% (SC/ST/PwD).
Ans. NATS 2.0 (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) Ministry of Education ka portal hai jahan sabhi graduate apprentices ko register karna mandatory hai. Bina NATS approval ke HPCL application submit nahi hogi. Abhi register karo — nats.education.gov.in par.
Ans. Zero — bilkul free sabhi categories ke liye — General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, Female — koi fee nahi.