The HPCL Refineries Division GAT Recruitment 2026 has been officially released by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) for the 2026–27 apprenticeship cycle. The HPCL Refineries Division notification is a great opportunity for engineering graduates to apply for 250 Graduate Apprentice Trainee (GAT) positions across its Mumbai and Visakhapatnam refineries. This recruitment offers a strong opportunity for applicants who want hands-on training in leading refinery operations with vacancies available in chemical, electrical, civil, mechanical, instrumentation, and computer science/IT disciplines. Applicants can submit their applications only through the HPCL careers portal between 25th February and 10th March 2026.
To apply for the HPCL Refineries Division GAT Recruitment 2026, applicants’ minimum age must be 18 years, and the maximum age required is 25 years as of 10th March 2026. The age relaxation given to the SC/ST category is 5 years, to the OBC-NC category is 3 years, and to the PwBD category is 10 years.
To apply for the HPCL Refineries vacancies, applicants’ minimum marks must be 60% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD)
To apply, applicants’ degrees must be from a recognized University or institution.
To apply for the HPCL Recruitment 2026, applicant must be registered and approved on the NATS 2.0 portal
Registration Steps for HPCL Online Form 2026
Step 1 > Visit the NATS 2.0 portal (www.nats.education.gov.in) and register yourself. Ensure your profile is approved by the Board of Apprenticeship Training.
Step 2 > Open the HPCL careers application link available on jobs.hpcl.co.in and use the “Sign up for New Registration” option to create your account and receive login details.
Step 3 > Log in using the details sent to your email ID and choose your engineering discipline from the dropdown list and select your preferred training location.
Step 4 > Enter your personal information, academic details, and contact information with accuracy and upload a clear passport-size photograph and signature in the asked format.
Step 5 > Tick the declaration box and click on “Final Submit.”
Step 6 > Download the application form and save the confirmation email for future use.
Stipend, Training Benefits & Opportunities
Stipend Component
Amount (Monthly)
HPCL Contribution
Rs. 20,500
GOI DBT Contribution
Rs. 4,500
Total Monthly Stipend
Rs. 25,000
Important Dates for HPCL GAT 2026
Activity
Date
Notification Release
24th February 2026
Registration Begins
25th February 2026
Last Date to Apply
10th March 2026
Application Fee
Not Applicable
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for HPCL recruitment 2026? Ans. The final date to submit the online form is 10th March 2026, after which the portal will be closed.
Q2. How can candidates apply for HPCL Refineries Division GAT Recruitment 2026? Ans. Applications can be submitted only through the official HPCL careers portal at jobs.hpcl.co.in, and candidates must also register on the NATS 2.0 portal.
