Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) Turnaround Consultant Notification 2026 has been released on the official website hindustanpetroleum.com. A total of 24 vacancies have been announced through the HPCL Visakh Refinery Turnaround Consultant Recruitment 2026.
Candidates not more than 64 years of age as on 31 July 2026 who are superannuated employees of HPCL or other Public Sector Oil & Gas Companies with relevant departmental experience are eligible to apply for these Turnaround Consultant vacancies. The application process for HPCL Turnaround Consultant Recruitment 2026 will remain open until 12 September 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and application form and apply by Email through the direct links provided below in this article.
Notification PDF For HPCL Visakh Refinery Turnaround Consultant Recruitment 2026
HPCL Visakh Refinery Turnaround Consultant Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), Visakh Refinery |
| Post Name | Turnaround (TA) Consultant - Maintenance Static, Operations, Instrumentation, Electrical, Rotary, Civil; Senior Grade F/G Technical Advisor/Turnaround Mentor |
| Total Vacancies | 24 |
| Engagement Type | Short-term contract (3 months) |
| Engagement Period | October/November 2026 for 3 months |
| Eligible Candidates | Superannuated employees of HPCL / other Public Sector Oil & Gas Companies |
| Age Limit | Not more than 64 years as on 31.07.2026 |
| Application Mode | Email (single PDF) to [email protected] |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 September 2026 |
| Job Location | Visakh Refinery, Visakhapatnam |
HPCL Turnaround Consultant Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date of receipt of applications | 12 September 2026 |
| Scheduled Block Turnaround at Visakh Refinery | November-December 2026 |
| Engagement/Contract period | 3 months, starting October/November 2026 |
The official notification does not specify separate dates for shortlisting, interview, or joining - these will be communicated to shortlisted candidates by email.
HPCL Turnaround Consultant Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 24 vacancies have been notified for engagement as Turnaround Consultant at HPCL Visakh Refinery, distributed across roles and HPCL salary grades as follows:
| Role | HPCL Salary Grade up to 10E (Others up to E07), including Non-Management Cadre | HPCL Salary Grade 10F (Others E08) | HPCL Salary Grade 10G (Others E08) |
|---|---|---|---|
| TA Consultant - Maintenance Static | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| TA Consultant - Operations | 6 | - | - |
| TA Consultant - Maintenance Instrumentation | 4 | - | - |
| TA Consultant - Maintenance Electrical | 2 | - | - |
| TA Consultant - Maintenance Rotary | 2 | - | - |
| TA Consultant - Maintenance Civil | 1 | - | - |
| Total | 22 | 1 | 1 |
The Salary Grade 10F and 10G vacancies (1 post each) fall under the Senior Grade F/G - Technical Advisor/Turnaround Mentor category, intended for experienced refinery professionals who can provide technical leadership and mentoring for critical turnaround activities, particularly in Static Maintenance.
HPCL Turnaround Consultant Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility
Retired employees of HPCL or other Public Sector Oil Companies having relevant experience for the position applied for are eligible to apply.
Age Limit
The applicant shall not be more than 64 years of age as on 31.07.2026.
Candidates should ensure that they fulfill the prescribed age criteria. Calculate your exact age using our Age Calculator before submitting your application to confirm your eligibility.
Experience Requirement
Applicants must have worked in the relevant department/division in the Refinery Maintenance or Operations Department (as per the position applied for) and should have a minimum of 5 years of experience. Preference will be given to candidates having substantial hands-on experience in major Refinery Shutdowns/Turnarounds (TA), including planning, execution, field coordination, contractor management and safe completion of turnaround jobs.
| Role | Required Experience |
|---|---|
| TA Consultant - Maintenance Static | Worked in Maintenance Department - Static Division |
| TA Consultant - Operations | Worked in Operations Department |
| TA Consultant - Maintenance Instrumentation | Worked in Maintenance Department - Instrumentation |
| TA Consultant - Maintenance Electrical | Worked in Maintenance Department - Electrical |
| TA Consultant - Maintenance Rotary | Worked in Maintenance Department - Rotary |
| TA Consultant - Maintenance Civil | Worked in Maintenance Department - Civil |
Other Eligibility Conditions
- A minimum cooling period of 2 months is required between retirement and re-engagement.
- The applicant shall have no major penalty awarded during the service period and no minor penalty awarded during the last 10 years of service period.
Educational Qualification
The notification does not specify a fixed minimum educational qualification; it requires relevant department experience as per the role applied for. The application form (Annexure II) requires candidates to furnish details of their Graduation and Post-Graduation qualifications.
HPCL Turnaround Consultant Salary and Compensation
The monthly fee will not exceed the applicant's last drawn salary (Basic + DA), after adjusting the notional monthly payment arising out of Annuity (without commutation), based on the option of "15 years certain & life thereafter." In addition, reimbursement of conveyance expenses and monthly mobile expenses will be provided as per the Guidelines for Engaging Ex-Employees. No other allowances or benefits will be extended. TDS, as applicable, will be deducted as per taxation rules.
Work Pattern
Selected consultants will work in General Shift or Rotational Shift (8-hour or 12-hour schedule) as advised by the Turnaround In-Charge.
HPCL Turnaround Consultant Selection Process
- Selection will be based on Personal Interaction/Interview of shortlisted candidates by a Selection Committee.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email about the date and time of the interaction/interview. Candidates are advised to mention a valid email ID and mobile number in their application.
- The interview may be conducted online (via Zoom) or in physical mode; shortlisted candidates will be informed accordingly by email.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the selection process if the interview is conducted physically.
- No reimbursement will be provided for joining.
Other Terms and Conditions
- The consultant appointment will be in the form of a contract with a specific termination clause.
- No other facilities, benefits, allowances, or compensation would be permissible except those specifically mentioned in the contract.
- Ex-employees will be required to abide by the Confidentiality Clause applicable to regular employees.
- The engagement period is 3 months, subject to the applicant not attaining 65 years of age during the engagement period and subject to medical fitness.
- The contract may be terminated prematurely by giving 30 days' notice from either side.
Required Documents
The following documents must be attached along with the application:
- Copy of Service Certificate issued by Employer (PSU) showing last drawn Basic Salary
- Copy of Aadhar Card
- Work Experience Certificate issued by Employer mentioning the Job Roles
- Self-Declaration as per format (Annexure III) towards no major penalty during service period and no minor penalty during the last 10 years of service period (applicable for candidates other than HPCL ex-employees)
- Copy of Annuity Certificate (SBFS/NPS)
Note: Upon selection, candidates other than HPCL retired employees will have to submit a certificate from their respective employers as per the format in Annexure IV.
How to Apply for HPCL Turnaround Consultant Recruitment 2026
- Download and fill the application as per the format given in Annexure II.
- Attach all required supporting documents (scanned PDF copies) as listed above.
- Combine the application and all supporting documents into a single PDF file.
- Ensure the application is neatly typed and not handwritten.
- Send the single PDF to the email ID: [email protected]
- Mention the Subject of the Email as: "Application for Turnaround Consultant at VR"
- Ensure the application reaches on or before the last date, 12 September 2026.
Important Instructions
- In case of any ambiguity or dispute arising due to interpretation of versions other than English, the English version will prevail.
- Applications must be sent only via email; the notification does not mention any online application portal.
- Candidates should ensure their email ID and mobile number are valid and active, as all communication regarding shortlisting and interviews will be sent via email.
Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
