HPCL Career: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) is an Indian oil and natural gas company with its headquarters at Mumbai, Maharashtra. It is an amalgamation of the erstwhile foreign oil companies ESSO and Caltex, which were taken over by the Government of India in 1974 and 1976 respectively. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited is a central public sector undertaking with a subscribed capital of Rs. 339.33 Crore. HPCL is a maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Currently, Mr. Vikas Kaushal is the Chairman and Managing Director of HPCL.

Among the public sector companies, it has about 20.54% (as of latest report in 2025) market-share in India in petroleum products and strong marketing infrastructure. Oil and Natural Gas Corporation, also the promoter of the company, owns 54.90% shares in HPCL and others are distributed amongst financial institutes, public and other investors.

Products:

HPCL is an oil and natural gas company dealing in various products like:

• Petrol: Known as motor spirit in the oil industry. HPCL markets the product through its retail pumps all over India. Its principle consumers are personal vehicle owners.
• Diesel: Known as high speed diesel in the oil industry. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited markets the products through its retail pumps as well as terminals and depots. Its consumers are regular auto owners, transport agencies, industries, etc.
• Lubricants: HPCL is the market leader in lubricants and associated products. It commands over 30% of market share in this sector.
• Liquefied petroleum gas: The HPCL brand of LPG is a popular brand across India for domestic and industrial uses. HPCL is the second largest marketer of LPG.
• Aviation turbine fuel: With major air service facilities in all major airports of India, HPCL is a key player in this sector supplying ATF to major airlines. It has an accomplishment of sorts to supply fuel to US.
• Emulsions

Refineries

An oil refinery or petroleum refinery is an industrial process plant where crude oil is transformed and refined into more useful products such as petroleum naphtha, gasoline, diesel fuel, asphalt base, heating oil, kerosene, liquefied petroleum gas, jet fuel and fuel oils.

HPCL has a number of refineries in India. Some are listed below:

• Mumbai Refinery: 9.5 million metric tonnes (MMT) capacity
• Visakhapatnam Refinery: 13.7 MMT at Visakhapatnam
• Mumbai Lube Refinery: 428 TMT at Mumbai
• Mangalore Refinery Petrochemicals Ltd.: 15 MMT at Mangalore, Karnataka (HPCL has a 16.96% stake).
• Guru Gobind Singh Refinery: 11.3 MMT at Bathinda, Punjab (HPCL and Mittal Energy each have a 49% stake).
• Barmer Refinery: It is planned for 9 MMT capacity. It is a joint venture with the Rajasthan Government.

Major Facilities:

• Mumbai refinery: Fuel and lubes
• Vizag refinery: Fuel
• Mangalore: MRPL
• Bhatinda: HMEL
• Silvassa Lube: State-of-the-art plant for grease and specialities
• Lube & Grease mfg facility: Mazagaon, Mumbai.
• LPG storage Cavern: one of the biggest storage facilities of LPG in bAsia at Vizag—SALPG
• Pipelines: MPSPL, MDPL, VVSPL, MHMSPL, RKPL, ASPL, RBPL
• Several terminals & depots.
• Many LPG bottling plants.
• HPCL Green R&D Centre, Bengaluru

Major ongoing projects

In order to strengthen core processes and modernize, HPCL has developed ambitious plans for expansion and diversification in the areas of increasing energy demand, technological upgradation and environment management. A brief on some major projects in progress in different parts of India are given below.

To facilitate sourcing and marketing of natural gas, HPCL is building a 5 MMTPA LNG regasification terminal at Chhara port (Gir Somnath District) in Gujarat through through HPCL LNG Limited. Mechanical completion of the project has been achieved on 28th March 2023. The project is further expandable to a capacity of 10 MMTPA in future.

Some of the important ongoing projects of HPCL are given below

Pipeline

1. Extension of Visakh-Vijayawada-Secunderabad Pipeline (VVSPL) from Vijayawada to a new marketing Terminal at Dharmapuri (VDPL Project)
2. Hassan Cherlapally LPG Pipeline Project (HCPL)
3. Barmer Palanpur Pipeline Project (BPPL)

LNG Regasification Terminal

Chhara LNG Regasification Terminal – Gujarat

CGD Network

HPCL is setting up CGD networks in GAs of Ambala-Kurukshetra (Haryana) and Kolhapur (Maharashtra) districts through joint venture company HPOIL Gas Pvt. Limited (HOGPL)

Mumbai Refinery: Lube Modernization & Bottoms Upgradation

Barmer Greenfield Refinery cum Petrochemical Complex (HRRL) – Rajasthan

Subsidiaries and Joint Ventures

• Prize Petroleum Company Limited
• HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd. (HMEL)
• SALPG
• HINCOL
• HRRL
• MRPL
• RRPCL
• HBL
• PMHBL
• BGL
• AGL
• GIGL
• GITL
• GGPL
• HOGPL
• HPLNG
• MAFFFL
• HMEF
• IHBL
• HPRGE

Recruitment:

Generally every year  HPCL invites talented & motivated Indian nationals looking for exciting career opportunities in the energy sector and willing to contribute towards India’s energy future by being part of our growth journey. Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the following vacancies ONLINE. The Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited recruits professionals including engineers from various streams into the organisation for different posts. In this section, we would look at some engineering post where fresher candidates are eligible.

Engineer:

• Educational Qualifications: All the qualifications should be 4-year full time regular course/s from AICTE approved / UGC recognised University/Deemed University. The courses offered by Autonomous Institutions should be equivalent to the relevant courses approved/recognised by Association of Indian Universities (AIU)/UGC/AICTE)

At the time of filling the application form or applying Gen/OBC (NCL), category candidates must have secured 60% aggregate marks, while SC/ST/PwD candidates should have secured minimum 50% aggregate marks till the last semester examination

For selection however, the condition for the final year students is that they should submit their final mark sheet. Some disciplines which are eligible for recruitment in HPCL are

S.No.	Discipline	Eligible branches
1.	Mechanical	Mechanical Engineering Mechanical and Automation Engineering Manufacturing Science and Engineering Mechanical Engineering (Production) Integrated/Dual Degree in Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering with specialisation in Material Science Mechanical Engineering with specialisation in Mechanical System Design
2.	Civil	Civil Engineering Civil and Environmental Engineering Civil and Infrastructure Engineering Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering) Civil Engineering and Planning Civil Engineering Environment and Pollution Control
3.	Electrical	Electrical Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Power System) Electrical and Electronics Engineering Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Electrical and Power Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering (Electronics and Power) Electrical Instrumentation and Control Engineering Electrical Power Engineering Electrical, Electronics and Power Engineering Integrated/Dual Degree in Electrical Engineering
4.	Chemical	Chemical Engineering Chemical Technology Integrated/Dual Degree in Chemical Engineering
5.	Electronics and Telecommunication	Electronics and communication engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication engineering
6.	Instrumentation Engineering	Instrument Technology Instrumentation and Control Engineering Instrumentation and Electronics Engineering Instrumentation Engineering Instrumentation Technology Electronics and Electrical Engineering Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering Electronics (Instrumentation and Control) Engineering Electronics Instrument and Control Engineering Electronics Communication and Instrumentation Engineering Integrated/Dual Degree in Instrumentation Engineering
7.	Industrial Engineering	Industrial Engineering Industrial and Production Engineering Industrial Engineering and Management Industrial Production Engineering

 

Other than the above mentioned streams, candidates from other streams are also eligible for recruitment in HPCL. Candidates are advised to follow MADE EASY job box to stay updated for recent recruitment.

• Minimum marks: For the UR, OBC(NCL), the Minimum marks for eligibility are 60% marks (aggregate marks of all semesters) in qualifying degree examinations

Whereas for the SC, ST, PWD, the minimum marks for eligibility is 50% marks (aggregate marks of all semesters) in qualifying degree examinations.

• Age: The upper age limit for the general candidates is 25 years. Special relaxation is provided to special categories.

SC, ST, OBCNC, PWD: Age relaxation for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/SC/ST/PWD candidates will be applicable as per the Presidential Directives.

Relaxation to different category candidates as follows

• 5 years for SC & ST
• 3 years for OBC-NC
• 10 years for PWD (UR)
• 13 years for PWD (OBC-NC)
• 15 years for PWD (SC/ST) candidates

Candidates domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during January 1, 1981 to December 31, 1990 can avail relaxation up to 5 years

Ex-servicemen & Commissioned Officers (including ECOs/ SSCOs) – 5 years’ relaxation subject to rendering minimum 5 years of service in Armed Forces and fulfillment of other conditions prescribed by the Government of India

• Selection Procedure: There are 3 stages of selection for fresher candidates in HPCL.

Stage 1: Shortlisting of candidates on the basis of CBT.

Stage 2: Pre Selection- Selection tools like Group Discussion (GD) & Personal Interviews (PI) etc.

Stage 3: Final Selection – Based on Medical Fitness as per company policy

• HPCL Vacancy Details:

Selected candidates have to undergo one year of training (mandatory) post which they will be absorbed as Officers at HPCL. Candidates can be posted for shift duties in any SBU/Division/Department of the PSU at any place in the country/otherwise.

• Training & Probation

For 1 year from the date of joining, the selected Officers will be on Probation. Post successful training completion, they will be confirmed as officers in Grade A. Confirmation letters will be given to them subject to complying with satisfactory performance, attendance requirements, verification of antecedents, verification of caste status/certificate and caste validity wherever applicable and qualifying in technical competency test and project. Rs. 5000 will be deducted as retention amount during the first six months of probation. This amount will be refunded after confirmation.

• Pay Scale and Perks

On joining, the candidates will also be entitled to additional benefits as applicable. Besides Basic Pay, they will be entitled to allowance at 50% of Basic Pay under Cafeteria Approach (including medical benefits for self and family members), Dearness Allowance, HRA and retirement Benefits up to 30% of Basic Pay & DA which include Contributory Provident Fund, Gratuity, and Superannuation Benefit applicable as per Corporation’s policy in force at that time. Apart from this, Performance Related Pay (PRP) is also paid to them as per the PSU’s policy.

Basic Salary: 50,000 – 1,60,000

Approx CTC: 17.33 Lakh

Other than fresher, HPCL recruits experienced candidates also. For experienced candidates, the job profile, qualification and recruitment process might vary. In the section below, we are providing details about the recruitment of project engineer in HPCL.

Project Engineer

Project engineers bridge the boundaries between engineering and project management. They identify the project elements, completion stages and lead the workmen at the site to achieve project objectives. Through procurements, inspections, monitoring and supervision of activities, they ensure safety & quality work at sites.

S.No.	Post	Min Age	Experience	Qualification
1.	Project Engineer: Civil	28	3 years	Qualification: 4-year full time regular engineering course in Mechanical/Electrical/ Instrumentation/ Civil from AICTE approved / UGC recognized University/Deemed University with minimum 60% marks (aggregate of all semesters/years) for UR/OBCNC/EWS Candidates and 50% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in Graduation, under the relevant engineering stream for which applied for.
2.	Project Engineer: Chemical	28	3 years
3.	Project Engineer: Mechanical	28	3 years
4.	Project Engineer: Electrical	28	3 years
5.	Project Engineer: Instrumentation	28	3 years

Refinery Engineer: Chemical

Qualification: 4 years’ full-time regular B. E. /B. Tech. in Chemical Engineering (Chemical, Petrochemical, Petroleum Refining & Petrochemical, Petroleum Refining) from AICTE approved / UGC recognized University/Deemed University with minimum 60% marks (aggregate marks of all semesters) for UR/OBCNC/EWS candidates, relaxed to 50% (aggregate marks of all semesters) for SC/ST/PwD candidates

Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in Operations/Process in a Large Petrochemical plant or a Major Petrochemical Unit within a petroleum refinery (having turnover of Rs. 500 crores or more) in the areas of

• Handling normal operations, plant start-up, and shutdowns
• Operations of large compressors / blowers / pumps / furnaces/ incinerators
• Handling chilled water/refrigeration systems
• Trouble shooting of unit operation, commissioning of units
• Control systems and with a thorough knowledge and understanding of the P&ID/PFDs
• Process safety & safety standards
• Storage and handling of petrochemicals in specially designed storage tanks
• Process optimization and troubleshooting of process units related issues
• Petrochemicals dispatch in Tankers/Iso Containers and drums including drumming operations
• Hazop and risk analysis and design standards/guidelines
• Process specifications of equipment like columns, vessels, furnaces/burners, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, measuring and control instruments, heat-mass balance, piping, safety / statutory requirements, etc.
• Pre-commissioning checks, commissioning assistance

The experience has to be in the supervisor / executive capacity only. Candidates with experience in other process industries than those mentioned will not be considered.

• Roles & Responsibilities:

The HPCL Vacancy involves working in three shifts as a field supervisor or control panel (DCS) supervisor in process plants, utility section and tank farm management.

• Responsible for safe operation of plant
• Lead a team of technicians
• Handle plant start up/shut downs and emergency issues.
• Trouble shooting and resolving operational issues, etc.

If you are aiming high for life and love to excel, to innovate, and to outperform with an ambitious team that is passionate about their work, then working in HOCL is a career opportunity of a lifetime. The teams at HPCL are true collaborators who work together with fresh ideas and advanced technology to ensure assertive performance without compromising on safety. In an organization of more than 10000 diverse and passionate professionals, HPCL is redefining the industry with its open and innovative culture. Unleash your potential with a company that has shaped numerous careers around the country. In an inclusive culture, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited rewards continuous learning, collaboration, and development across the organization to face the complex and fascinating challenges of the markets every day.

HPCL challenges your limits and puts you through an assortment of tasks to make you grow as an individual. If you want to be a part of the HPCL family and embark upon a journey that will take you to heights, then join and grow with them.

Thus, HPCL is one of the best companies to work for, as they have a very open culture with opportunities for growth and experimentation. The company has good perks along with a balanced professional and personal life. We have tried to provide all the information necessary about the HPCL. If you have any more queries or issues, you can write to us, and we will make sure to answer all your doubts.

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