Introduction to HPCL Recruitment 2025
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has announced a major recruitment drive for 2025, inviting applications for various Officer and Junior Executive Officer positions. This is a golden opportunity for talented and motivated individuals seeking exciting career prospects in the energy sector. Over 372 vacancies are available for both freshers and experienced professionals. The online application process commences on June 1st, 2025. The deadline for freshers to apply is June 30th, 2025, and for experienced professionals, it is July 15th, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to contribute to India’s energy future.
About Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) – The Hiring Organization
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE), established on July 15, 1974. With an impressive annual Gross Sales of Rs. 4,64,247 crore during 2024-25, HPCL stands as a giant in the Indian energy landscape. The corporation enjoys approximately 20.5% market share in India and has a robust presence in refining and marketing petroleum products.
- Hiring Body: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)
- Number of Posts: 372 (Across Fresher, Experienced, and Fixed Term Contract roles)
- Location: Postings can be in any SBU/Division/Department of the Corporation across India.
HPCL Vacancy Breakdown 2025
HPCL has advertised numerous vacancies across different cadres. Here’s a snapshot:
Fresher Positions: Total 300 Vacancies
| Position | Vacancies |
| Executive Assistant | 10 |
| Junior Executive – Civil | 50 |
| Junior Executive – Mechanical | 15 |
| Junior Executive – Quality Control | 19 |
| Mechanical Engineer | 98 |
| Electrical Engineer | 35 |
| Civil Engineer | 16 |
| Chemical Engineer | 26 |
| Chartered Accountants | 24 |
| Officer – HR | 6 |
| Officer – Industrial Engineering | 1 |
Experienced Professionals: Total 61 Vacancies
| Position | Vacancies |
| Assistant Officer / Officer – Official Language Implementation | 2 |
| Law Officer | 3 |
| Safety Officer – Uttar Pradesh | 2 |
| Safety Officer – Tamil Nadu | 3 |
| Senior Officer -City Gas Distribution (CGD) Operations & Maintenance | 4 |
| Senior Officer -City Gas Distribution (CGD) Projects | 6 |
| Senior Officer – Sales (Retail / Lubes / Direct Sales / LPG) | 25 |
| Senior Officer/ Assistant Manager – Non-Fuel Business | 6 |
| Chief Manager / Deputy General Manager – Non-Fuel Business | 2 |
| Petrochemicals Positions | |
| Manager- Technical | 3 |
| Manager- Sales (R&D Product Commercialisation) | 1 |
| Deputy General Manager- Catalyst Business Development (R&D Product Commercialisation) | 1 |
| Deputy General Manager- Technical Service (R&D Product Commercialisation) | 1 |
| Deputy General Manager- Polymer Expert Head | 1 |
| General Manager- Business Development Head | 1 |
Fixed Term Contract (FTC) Positions: Total 11 Vacancies
| Position | Vacancies |
| IS Officer | 10 |
| IS Security Officer- Cyber Security Specialist | 1 |
HPCL Recruitment 2025: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the specified eligibility criteria regarding educational qualifications, age limit, and experience.
Educational Qualifications & Age Limit (Freshers – Max Age as of June 30, 2025)
- Executive Assistant: Minimum 3-year full-time regular graduation in any discipline. Max Age: 25 years.
- Junior Executive – Civil: 3-years full-time Regular Diploma in Civil Engineering. Max Age: 25 years.
- Junior Executive – Mechanical: 3-years full-time Regular Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. Max Age: 25 years.
- Junior Executive – Quality Control: 3-year full-time regular graduation in Chemistry (B.Sc. Chemistry). Max Age: 25 years.
- Mechanical Engineer: 4-year full-time regular engineering course in Mechanical Engineering or allied branches. Max Age: 25 years.
- Electrical Engineer: 4-year full-time regular engineering course in Electrical Engineering or allied branches. Max Age: 25 years.
- Civil Engineer: 4-year full-time regular engineering course in Civil Engineering or allied branches. Max Age: 25 years.
- Chemical Engineer: 4-year full-time regular engineering course in Chemical Engineering or allied branches. Max Age: 25 years.
- Chartered Accountants: Qualified CA from ICAI with mandatory Article-ship and Membership, AND Minimum 3-year full-time regular graduation. Max Age: 27 years.
- Officer – HR: 2-year full-time, Postgraduate Degree/Equivalent in HR/Personnel Management/Industrial Relations/Psychology or MBA with HR specialization. Max Age: 27 years.
- Officer – Industrial Engineering: 2-year full-time postgraduate degree in Industrial Engineering AND 4-year full-time regular engineering in Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation/Chemical/Civil. Max Age: 27 years.
Minimum Marks Required:
- Chartered Accountant: Minimum 50% in CA Final Exam (Group I & II).
- All other positions: Minimum 65% for UR/OBCNC/EWS and 55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in qualifying degree/diploma.
Experience Requirements & Age Limits (Experienced Professionals – Max Age as of July 15, 2025)
(Experience will be counted post completion of qualifying degree. )
- Assistant Officer – Official Language Implementation: Min 3 years experience. Max Age: 30 (up to 33 with more experience).
- Officer – Official Language Implementation: Min 6 years experience. Max Age: 33 (up to 35 with more experience).
- Law Officer: Min 1 year relevant experience. Max Age: 26 (up to 28 with more experience).
- Safety Officer (UP/TN): Min 2 years practical factory experience. Max Age: 27 (up to 29 with more experience).
- Senior Officer – CGD Operations & Maintenance/Projects: Min 3 years in managerial role in CGD Industry. Max Age: 28 (up to 30 with more experience).
- Senior Officer – Sales (Retail/Lubes/Direct Sales/LPG): Min 2 years post MBA experience in relevant Sales/Marketing. Max Age: 29 (up to 31 with more experience).
- Senior Officer – Non-Fuel Business: Min 2 years post MBA experience in Sales/Marketing (FMCG/Consumer Durables/Industrial Sales). Max Age: 29 (up to 31 with more experience).
- Assistant Manager – Non-Fuel Business: Min 5 years post MBA experience. Max Age: 32 (up to 34 with more experience).
- Chief Manager – Non-Fuel Business: Min 14 years post MBA experience. Max Age: 41 (up to 43 with more experience).
- Deputy General Manager – Non-Fuel Business: Min 17 years post MBA experience. Max Age: 44 (up to 46 with more experience).
- Manager- Technical (Petrochemicals): Min 9 years (5 in relevant field). Max Age: 34 (up to 36 with more experience).
- Manager- Sales (R&D Product Commercialisation): Min 9 years (5 in relevant Poly Ethylene/Propylene Sales). Max Age: 36 (up to 38 with more experience).
- Deputy General Manager- Catalyst Business Development: Min 18 years (7 in relevant field). Max Age: 45 (up to 47 with more experience).
- Deputy General Manager- Technical Service: Min 18 years (7 in relevant field). Max Age: 45 (up to 47 with more experience).
- Deputy General Manager- Polymer Expert Head: Min 18 years (7 in relevant export sales). Max Age: 45 (up to 47 with more experience).
- General Manager- Business Development Head: Min 21 years (12 in relevant field). Max Age: 48 (up to 50 with more experience).
Fixed Term Contract (FTC) Positions – Eligibility (Max Age as of July 15, 2025)
- IS Officer (FTC): 4-years B.Tech (CS/IT) OR MCA/PG in Data Sciences. Min 2 years experience. Max Age: 29 (up to 31 with more experience).
- IS Security Officer- Cyber Security Specialist (FTC): Engg. Degree (CS/IT/EC) or MCA. Desirable: Masters in CS/Info Security/Cyber Security. Min 12 years IT experience (5 in cyber security). Max Age: 45 (up to 47 with more experience). Relevant certifications (CEH, CISSP, GIAC) are a plus.
Age relaxation applicable as per Government directives for SC/ST/OBCNC/PwBD/Ex-servicemen candidates.
All qualifications should be full-time regular courses from AICTE approved/UGC recognized institutions.
HPCL Careers: Important Dates for 2025 Recruitment
| Event | Date |
| Commencement of Online Application | June 1st, 2025 (0900 hours onwards) |
| Last Date of Online Application (Freshers) | June 30th, 2025 (Up to 2359 hours) |
| Last Date of Online Application (Experienced) | July 15th, 2025 (Up to 2359 hours) |
| Exam Date (Computer Based Test) | To be notified later on HPCL website |
HPCL Officer Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will be inducted at the minimum of the pay scale. The Cost to Company (CTC) includes Base Pay, Retirement Benefits, Dearness Allowance, HRA, Cafeteria Allowance, and Performance Related Pay.
| Pay Scale (Rs) | Cost to Company (CTC) Approx. per annum |
| 30000-120000 | Rs 10.63 Lakh |
| 40000-140000 | Rs 14.17 Lakh |
| 50000-160000 | Rs 17.72 Lakh |
| 60000-180000 | Rs 21.26 Lakh |
| 70000-200000 | Rs 25.65 Lakh |
| 80000-220000 | Rs 29.31 Lakh |
| 100000-260000 | Rs 39.04 Lakh |
| 120000-280000 | Rs 48.28 Lakh |
Fixed Term Contract (FTC) Remuneration:
- IS Officer: Rs 15 Lakhs per annum.
- IS Security Officer- Cyber Security Specialist: Rs 36 Lakhs per annum.
Other Benefits:
- Retirement benefits are admissible as per Corporation policy.
- CTC may vary for non-metro locations.
- Probation period for selected officers is one year.
Service Bond and Retention Amount:
Selected candidates will have to execute a service bond (e.g., Rs 3,00,000 for General category in certain pay scales, Rs 50,000 for EWS/OBC(NC)/SC/ST/PwBD in those scales). A retention amount (e.g., Rs 5,000/- or Rs 8,000/- per month based on pay scale) will be deducted for the first 12 months and released after 3 years without interest.
HPCL Selection Process 2025
The selection process for HPCL recruitment may include several stages depending on the position:
- Shortlisting: Based on application details.
- Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Test / NET Score / Typing Test:
- CBT (wherever applicable) will have objective questions (and subjective for Law Officers).
- It will consist of two parts:
- General Aptitude: English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Intellectual Potential Test (Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation).
- Technical/Professional Knowledge: Questions related to the qualifying degree/educational background for the applied position.
- Document Upload & Scrutiny: Candidates qualifying CBT will be asked to upload supporting documents.
- Group Task / Group Discussion: For shortlisted candidates.
- Personal Interview: For shortlisted candidates.
- Moot Court: Only for Law Officer positions.
- Psychometric Assessment: May be conducted.
- Skill Test: Depending upon position requirement.
- Physical Fitness Efficiency Test (PFET): For positions like Junior Executive – Civil and Junior Executive – Mechanical (comprising Working at Height Test, Endurance Test, and Agility Test).
- Pre-Employment Medical Exam: Mandatory for all selected candidates.
Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in each stage (CBT, Group Task, Personal Interview as applicable). The final merit list will be drawn based on performance in all applicable stages, work experience (wherever applicable).
Details regarding syllabus, shortlisting methodology, and selection process will be updated on the HPCL website.
How to Apply for HPCL Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the HPCL careers page
- Read the Detailed Advertisement: Before applying, carefully read the official notification PDF to ensure you meet all eligibility criteria.
- Register Online: Click on the relevant application link. Provide a valid email ID and mobile number, which should remain active for at least one year.
- Fill the Application Form: Enter all particulars accurately. Details once submitted will be treated as final.
- Upload Documents: If required at the initial stage, upload scanned copies of necessary documents as per the prescribed format and size.
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the non-refundable application fee online via Debit/Credit card, UPI, or Net Banking. Ensure the payment status is “Completed.”
- Submit the Application: After verifying all details and successful fee payment, submit the online application form.
- Print Acknowledgment: Take a printout of the submitted application form and payment acknowledgment for future reference.
No other mode of application will be accepted.
Applications with incomplete or wrong particulars will not be considered.
HPCL Application Fees 2025
- SC, ST & PwBD Candidates: Exempted from payment of application fee.
- UR, OBCNC, and EWS Candidates: Required to pay a Non-Refundable Amount of ₹1180/- (Application fee of ₹1000/- + GST@18% i.e. ₹180/-) + payment gateway charges if applicable.
Application fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
Official Notification & Apply Link for HPCL Jobs
- Official Detailed Notification PDF: Download Now
- Online Application Link: Apply Online
- Official Website: Visit Now
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This recruitment drive by HPCL is a significant opportunity for individuals looking to build a rewarding career in a leading public sector enterprise. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and apply well within the deadlines. Good luck!