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HPCL BiofuelsApplication Closed · Prep Phase

HPCL Biofuels Recruitment 2026 — 81 Management, Non-Management & Seasonal Contract Vacancies

Advt No: HBL Advertisement 2026

The online application window closed on 27 August 2026.

This recruitment has progressed to the examination and preparation phase. Explore the official exam pattern, syllabus, and practice papers below.

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Total Vacancies

81 Posts

Eligibility

TENTH PASS

Salary Range

18,900 - ₹1,83,300

Last Date to Apply

27 August 2026

About this Recruitment

HPCL Biofuels Limited (HBL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited, has announced recruitment for 81 Management, Non-Management, and Seasonal contract positions for its sugar and ethanol biofuel plants at Sugauli (East Champaran) and Lauriya (West Champaran) in Bihar. Candidates with 10th, ITI, Diploma, B.Sc, B.E./B.Tech, or MBA qualification can send their filled offline application to the Patna office by August 27, 2026 (5:30 PM).

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • HPCL Biofuels Recruitment 2026 for 81 contract positions in Bihar.
  • Breakdown: 33 Management, 23 Non-Management, and 25 Seasonal positions.
  • Plant locations: Sugauli (East Champaran) and Lauriya (West Champaran), Bihar.
  • Annual CTC from ₹2.27 Lakhs up to ₹22 Lakhs for executive roles.
  • No application fee; submit hardcopy to Patna office by August 27, 2026.

Important Dates

1

Notification Released

25 July 2026

2

Application Start Date

28 July 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

27 August 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Management Posts (DGM, Production Manager, Mechanical / Electrical Engineer, Quality Control)33 B TECH BE
Non-Management Posts (Boiler Attendant, Turbine Operator, Fitter, Electrician, Lab Chemist)23 ITI
Seasonal Posts (Cane Supervisor, Pan Man, Juice Clarifier, Evaporator Operator)25 TENTH PASS

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

55 Years

* Age calculated as on 27 August 2026

Age Relaxations:

SC / ST: +5 Years
OBC: +3 Years
PwBD: +10 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 27 August 2026)

Educational Eligibility: TENTH PASS, ITI, DIPLOMA, B TECH BE, MBA PGDM, B SC, MCA, ANY GRADUATE
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: Annual CTC ranges from approx. ₹2.27 Lakhs (approx. ₹18,900/month for Seasonal/Non-Management) to ₹22 Lakhs (approx. ₹1,83,300/month for Senior Management roles) depending on cadre and experience.

Official Pay Scale

₹18,900 - ₹1,83,300

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay18,900
Dearness Allowance (DA)50% of Basic Pay (₹9,450)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)₹1,701 - ₹5,103 (9% - 27% by City Tier X/Y/Z)
Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700 + DA
Other AllowancesMedical & Special Allowances (as applicable)
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS (10%), Health & Insurance (~₹3,335 - ₹4,335)
Gross Salary₹32,751 - ₹37,098 / month

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹28,416 - ₹33,763 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes
Total Marks: 100
Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Awareness & Current Affairs2525
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability2525
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject2525

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

General Awareness & Static GK

Indian Polity & ConstitutionHistory & CultureGeography & EnvironmentGeneral Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)National & International Current Affairs

General Intelligence & Reasoning

AnalogiesClassificationSeries CompletionCoding-DecodingBlood RelationsDirection SenseNon-Verbal Reasoning

Quantitative Aptitude

Number SystemPercentage & AverageRatio & ProportionProfit & LossSimple & Compound InterestTime, Speed & DistanceMensuration
Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

1

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://www.hpclbiofuels.co.in

2

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: HBL Advertisement 2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.

3

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

4

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

5

Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

6

Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, taken within 3 months

Scanned Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black/blue ink on white paper

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

100 KB to 300 KB, clearly readable PDF/JPG format

Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

100 KB to 300 KB, valid PDF format issued by competent authority

Application Fee

All CandidatesFree

Payment Modes: No application fee is required (Exempted)

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Application Screening & Shortlisting based on Educational Qualifications and Experience
2
Stage 2: Technical Skill / Practical Trade Test (for Non-Management and Seasonal technical cadres)
3
Stage 3: Personal Interview by Expert Selection Committee at Patna / Plant Site
4
Stage 4: Original Document Verification (DV) & Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies in HPCL Biofuels Recruitment 2026?

A total of 81 contract vacancies are available: 33 Management, 23 Non-Management, and 25 Seasonal positions across Sugauli and Lauriya sugar and ethanol plants.

Is this recruitment for permanent jobs in HPCL?

No, these positions are on a Fixed Term Contract (FTC) basis. Management and Non-Management roles have a tenure of 2 years (extendable by 1 year), while Seasonal roles are for 2 crushing seasons.

Where are the job postings located?

Selected candidates will be posted at HPCL Biofuels plants located in Sugauli (East Champaran district) and Lauriya (West Champaran district), Bihar.

What is the salary structure for various posts?

Annual CTC ranges from approximately ₹2.27 Lakhs for Non-Management/Seasonal technicians to approximately ₹22 Lakhs for senior management executives.

How do candidates apply for HPCL Biofuels positions?

Download the application format from hpclbiofuels.co.in, fill it out, attach self-attested documents/photos, and send it by Speed Post or drop box to: HPCL Biofuels Limited, House No. 9, Shree Ram Kunj, Pataliputra Colony, Patna – 800013, Bihar by August 27, 2026.

What is the age limit for HPCL Biofuels recruitment?

The age limit is 18 to 55 years as of August 27, 2026, with relaxations of 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST candidates.

Is there any application fee?

No, there is no application fee for any candidate.

What is the selection process for HPCL Biofuels?

Selection is based on application screening, followed by a Technical/Practical Test (where applicable), Personal Interview, Document Verification, and Medical Fitness examination.

Salary Range

18,900 - ₹1,83,300

Total Vacancies

81 Posts

Last Date to Apply

27 August 2026

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