HRRL Recruitment 2026 — 134 Engineering, Finance & Plant Head Vacancies, Last Date 3 June 2026
HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL) — a joint venture between Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and the Government of Rajasthan — has released Advt. No. HRRL/RECT/01/2026 for 134 Technical and Non-Technical posts at its mega refinery-cum-petrochemical complex at Pachpadra, Barmer. The recruitment covers 129 Regular Posts across grades E0 to E5 plus 5 Fixed Term Employment (FTE) Plant Head positions for HDPE/LLDPE Swing, Polypropylene, Extruder, DFCU and Delayed Coker Unit. Read the full guide on GovtJobsAlert.in before applying. See more PSU Jobs like this.
Online applications open on 14 May 2026 (10:00 hrs) and close on 3 June 2026 (23:45 hrs) at the HRRL careers portal. The Regular pay scales range from Rs 30,000 – Rs 2,20,000 per month (E0 to E5), while FTE Plant Heads earn up to Rs 76.75 lakh per annum. This is one of the most attractive PSU oil & gas recruitments of 2026 for chemical, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, finance, IS, fire-safety and medical professionals. Don’t worry if this is your first PSU application — we will walk you through every step. Find more Engineering Govt Jobs on our portal.
Key Highlights — HRRL Recruitment 2026
HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL) is building India’s first refinery-cum-petrochemical complex at Pachpadra, Barmer, Rajasthan with a capacity of 9 MMTPA. The current recruitment is for the operations phase of the refinery and brings on board engineers, technicians, finance staff, doctors and Plant Heads.
- Recruiting Body: HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL)
- Post Names: 21 Regular post types (Jr. Executive to Senior Manager) + 5 FTE Plant Heads
- Total Vacancies: 134 (129 Regular + 5 FTE)
- Pay: Rs 30,000 – Rs 2,20,000/month (Regular); up to Rs 76.75 lakh/annum (FTE)
- Job Location: Pachpadra, Balotra, Rajasthan
- Last Date to Apply: 3 June 2026 (23:45 hrs)
Vacancy Breakdown — HRRL Recruitment 2026
The 129 Regular positions are spread across Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Finance, IS, Fire & Safety and Medical disciplines. Junior Executive – Chemical has the largest count (37), followed by Engineer – Chemical (31). The 5 Fixed Term Employment Plant Head positions are senior subject-matter expert roles for the petrochemical units.
Regular Posts (129 vacancies)
| Grade | Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| E0 | Jr. Executive – Chemical | 37 |
| E1 | Asst. Engineer – Chemical | 10 |
| E2 | Engineer – Chemical | 31 |
| E3 | Senior Engineer – Process (Refinery / Petrochemical) | 10 |
| E5 | Senior Manager – Technical Planning | 1 |
| E5 | Senior Manager – Process | 2 |
| E0 | Jr. Executive – Mechanical | 1 |
| E2 | Engineer – Mechanical | 1 |
| E3 | Senior Engineer – Mechanical | 4 |
| E5 | Senior Manager – Mechanical | 5 |
| E2 | Engineer – Electrical | 3 |
| E5 | Senior Manager – Electrical | 2 |
| E1 | Asst. Engineer – Instrumentation | 1 |
| E2 | Engineer – Instrumentation | 2 |
| E5 | Senior Manager – Instrumentation | 4 |
| E1 | Asst. Accounts Officer | 4 |
| E2 | Accounts Officer | 2 |
| E5 | Senior Manager – Finance | 5 |
| E2 | Medical Officer | 1 |
| E1 | Asst. Officer – Information Systems | 1 |
| E0 | Jr. Executive – Fire & Safety | 2 |
| Total Regular | — | 129 |
Fixed Term Employment — Plant Heads (5 vacancies)
| FTE Position | Vacancies | Max CTC (P.A.) |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Head – HDPE/LLDPE Swing | 1 | Rs 76.75 lakh |
| Plant Head – Polypropylene (PPU) | 1 | Rs 76.75 lakh |
| Extruder Head – HDPE/LLDPE & PP | 1 | Rs 72.56 lakh |
| Plant Head – DFCU & Allied units | 1 | Rs 76.75 lakh |
| Plant Head – Delayed Coker Unit | 1 | Rs 76.75 lakh |
Category-wise reservation (regular): UR 49, EWS 10, OBC-NCL 27, SC 23, ST 20.
Eligibility Criteria — HRRL Recruitment 2026
Eligibility differs significantly between Regular Grades (E0 to E5) and FTE Plant Heads. The cut-off date for age, qualification and experience is 13 May 2026.
Educational Qualification (Regular Posts)
The accepted qualifications vary by grade and discipline. Common patterns:
- E0 Junior Executive (Chemical): 3 years full-time Diploma in Chemical / Petrochemical / Fertilizer / Plastic & Polymer / Sugar Technology / Refinery & Petrochemical / Oil Technology / Polymer Technology Engineering — OR 3 years full-time B.Sc. with Chemistry Honors / Polymer Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry. Minimum 60% (UR/OBC-NCL/EWS) and 50% (SC/ST/PwBD) aggregate.
- E0 Junior Executive (Mechanical, Fire & Safety): Discipline-specific Diploma / B.Sc. as per the notification.
- E1 to E5 Engineer / Senior Engineer / Senior Manager: 4-year B.E./B.Tech in the relevant discipline (Chemical / Petrochemical / Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation) with minimum 60% (UR) / 50% (SC/ST/PwBD).
- Finance posts (E1/E2/E5): CA/ICWA/MBA Finance/B.Com as per post.
- Medical Officer (E2): MBBS with relevant PG qualification.
- IS (E1): B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science / IT.
- FTE Plant Heads: Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering plus 17 to 20 years of senior-level industry experience in DCU/HDPE/LLDPE/PP/DFCU operations.
See the full discipline-wise qualification list in the notification PDF — each post has specific branch eligibility.
Age Limit
- E0 / E1: 25 years maximum
- E2 / Medical Officer: 29 years maximum (with 3 years experience)
- E3 / Senior Engineer: 34 years maximum (with 6 years experience)
- E5 / Senior Manager: 42 years maximum (with 12 years experience)
- FTE Plant Heads: 63 years maximum (with 17-20 years experience)
- Age cut-off date: 13 May 2026
Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC-NCL: 3 years, PwBD (UR): 10 years, PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 years, PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years, J&K domicile (01.01.1980–31.12.1989): 5 years, Ex-Servicemen: 5 years (subject to rules).
What is the Salary for HRRL Recruitment 2026?
HRRL offers competitive PSU pay matched to grade. The CTC includes Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance, HRA (or company township accommodation), and Cafeteria Allowance ranging from 25% (E0-E2) to 35% (E5) of Basic Pay.
- E0: Rs 30,000 – Rs 1,20,000 per month
- E1: Rs 40,000 – Rs 1,40,000 per month
- E2: Rs 50,000 – Rs 1,60,000 per month
- E3: Rs 60,000 – Rs 1,80,000 per month
- E5: Rs 80,000 – Rs 2,20,000 per month
- FTE Plant Heads: Rs 72.56 lakh to Rs 76.75 lakh per annum (consolidated)
Approximate first-year CTC: E0 around Rs 7-8 lakh, E1 around Rs 10-12 lakh, E2 around Rs 14-16 lakh, E3 around Rs 18-22 lakh, E5 around Rs 30-36 lakh per annum including all allowances and perks.
In addition, HRRL offers canteen facility, laptop purchase reimbursement on joining (except E0), Group Family Floater Medical Policy for employees and dependents, GTLI, GPAI policy, and retirement benefits as per company policy. Probation: 1 year. Service bond: 3 years (Rs 3,00,000 for General; Rs 50,000 for SC/ST/PwBD/OBC-NCL/EWS).
What is the Selection Process for HRRL Recruitment 2026?
The selection methodology depends on the grade. Refer to our Preparation Strategy page for PSU exam tips.
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — objective questions, no negative marking. Two parts: General Aptitude (English, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation) + Technical / Professional Knowledge.
- Skill Test — for E0 (Junior Executive – Fire & Safety, Chemical & Mechanical) only.
- Group Task / Group Discussion — for E1 and E2 (except Medical Officer).
- Personal Interview — for all positions including Medical Officer (which is interview-only).
- Physical Fitness Efficiency Test — for E0 posts (agility, endurance, height test).
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination — final stage for all.
For E3 and E5 Senior posts: shortlisting based on experience and qualification → Technical Competency Interview + Behavioural Competency Interview.
Qualifying Standards
- CBT Technical/Professional: 50% qualifying for all categories
- Interview / GT: 60% for UR/EWS, 54% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD
- Overall: 60% (UR/EWS) and 54% (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD)
How to Apply Online for HRRL Recruitment 2026?
Applications are accepted online only at the HRRL careers portal. Keep your scanned certificates, photo and signature ready.
- Visit https://www.hrrl.in/ and click on Careers.
- Open the recruitment portal at https://jobs.hrrl.in/Recruit_hrrl/ and select Advt. No. HRRL/RECT/01/2026.
- Register with valid email ID and mobile number (these will be used for all future communication).
- Login and fill the application form: personal details, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), category and reservation details.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Pay the application fee online via Debit/Credit Card/UPI/Net Banking. SC/ST/PwBD candidates are fee-exempt.
- Submit and download the application form for your records.
- Print the application and payment receipt. Keep them safe until the recruitment process completes.
Important Dates — HRRL Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 13 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 14 May 2026 (10:00 hrs) |
| Online Application End | 3 June 2026 (23:45 hrs) |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 13 May 2026 |
| CBT / Exam Date | To be announced on HRRL website |
Application Fees — HRRL Recruitment 2026
A flat application fee applies for unreserved categories. SC, ST and PwBD candidates are fully exempted. The fee is non-refundable.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC-NCL / EWS | Rs 1,180 (Rs 1,000 + 18% GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Exempted (No Fee) |
Payment is online only — Debit/Credit Card / UPI / Net Banking. Ensure your payment status changes to “Completed” within 2 days; otherwise the transaction will be treated as incomplete.
Essential Links — HRRL Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online at HRRL Careers Portal
- Visit HRRL Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Rajasthan Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
HRRL is one of India’s most exciting upcoming oil & gas projects, and this recruitment is your chance to be part of a 9 MMTPA refinery-cum-petrochemical complex from the start. Whether you are a fresh diploma holder targeting an E0 role or an experienced engineer aiming for E5 or an FTE Plant Head position, there is something here for every level. Apply well before 3 June 2026 and start your career with India’s energy self-reliance mission.