HPCL Exam Date 2026 Out, Check Exam Pattern, Selection Process and More

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited has released a tentative HPCL Exam Date 2026 for multiple technical and administrative positions. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is scheduled for 03 May 2026. Candidates who have applied for the 731 vacancies should start preparing according to the latest exam schedule.

• Recruitment Organisation: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)
• Advertisement No.: HPCL/OPEN/HR/1/2025-26
• Post Name: Graduate Engineers, Diploma Engineers, Junior Executive, Assistant Safety Officer, Finance Officers, HR Officers, IS Officers, Senior Officers, Managers, DGMs & Others
• Total Vacancies: 731 Posts
• Official Website: www.hindustanpetroleum.com
• Application Timeline: 25 February – 25 March 2026 (Closed)
• Tentative Exam Date: 03 May 2026

HPCL Notification 2026 Out: Click To Download

HPCL Exam Date 2026

• The CBT exam will be the first stage of selection.
• It is scheduled for 03 May 2026, and candidates should start revision accordingly.
• The admit card will be released 7–10 days before the exam date.

Selection Process of HPCL Recruitment

The selection process of HPCL Recruitment includes:

• Computer-Based Test (CBT): All applicants must appear for the online MCQ test, tentatively scheduled on 3rd May 2026. This forms the first and most important screening stage.
• Group Task/Personal Interview (GT/PI): Candidates who qualify in the CBT will be called for either a group exercise or a personal interview, depending on the post.
• Document Verification: Original certificates and credentials will be scrutinised to confirm eligibility and authenticity.
• Medical Examination: Finally, candidates must meet HPCL’s medical standards to be officially appointed.

HPCL Exam Pattern 2026

The HPCL Exam pattern is as follows:

• The exam will be conducted in two papers: Paper I and Paper II.
• Paper I & Paper II will have 85 questions for 85 marks.
• The total number of questions is 170.
• The total marks are 170.
• The total exam duration is 150 minutes.
• Paper I includes:
  • General Aptitude
  • English Language
  • Quantitative Aptitude Test
  • Intellectual Ability
• Paper II includes
  • Technical Knowledge

HPCL Vacancy 2026

The vacancies are broadly divided into several technical as well as administrative departments within the organisation. engineering, finance, HR, IT, safety and operations departments.

• Total Vacancies: 731 Posts
• Freshers Posts: 618
• Experienced Professional Posts: 113

Vacancies for Fresher Professionals (618 Posts)

A large share of the vacancies is reserved for fresh graduates, particularly from engineering and technical backgrounds.

Junior Executive Posts

• Junior Executive Assistant: 10 Posts
• Junior Executive – Mechanical:  207 Posts
• Junior Executive – Electrical: 117 Posts
• Junior Executive – Chemical: 27 Posts
• Junior Executive – Civil: 19 Posts
• Junior Executive – Fire & Safety: 16 Posts
• Junior Executive – Quality Control: 12 Posts
• Junior Executive – HR: 5 Posts

Engineer-level posts

• Mechanical Engineer: 72 Posts
• Electrical Engineer: 37 Posts
• Civil Engineer: 17 Posts
• Chemical Engineer: 15 Posts

Officer roles include:

• Officer – Finance (CA): 30 Posts
• Officer – Finance (CMA): 4 Posts
• Officer – Finance (MBA): 4 Posts
• Officer – HR: 6 Posts
• Officer – IS (Information Systems): 20 Posts

Vacancies for Experienced Professionals (113 Posts)

For experienced candidates, HPCL has opened roles such as:

Senior Officer

• Sales: 50 Posts
• Assistant Manager Safety: 10 posts (Across Multiple Locations)
• CGD Operations & Maintenance: 4 Posts
• CGD Projects: 6 Posts
• Benzene/Toluene Handling: 3 Posts

Fixed-Term Contract Post

• Senior Cyber Security Strategist & Advisor (IT and OT): 1 post

Eligibility Criteria for HPCL Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

• Engineer (E2 Grade): B.E./B.Tech in relevant disciplines such as Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Instrumentation, etc.
• Junior Executive: Diploma or relevant qualification in engineering fields.
• Officer Posts: Candidates may require qualifications such as an MBA, CA, CMA, or other professional degrees, depending on the role.

Age Limit

• The age limit varies depending on the post.
• Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories according to government rules.