BPCL Mumbai and Kochi Refinery Recruitment 2026: 154 Technician and Operator Posts

Quick Highlights

• Organization: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)
• Advertisement Number: BPCL.HR.ER.03.NMGT.RECT
• Posts: Process Technician, Process Operator/Operator, Technician/Operator
• Total Vacancies: 154
• Refineries: Mumbai Refinery and Kochi Refinery
• Mode of Application: Online
• Last Date to Apply: 13.08.2026

About BPCL and This Recruitment

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, and counts among Fortune's Global 500 companies. Through this notification, BPCL is inviting applications from young Indian citizens for entry-level posts at its refineries in Mumbai and Kochi, offering a starting pay scale of Rs. 26,500 to Rs. 34,000.

Important Dates

Application Fee

General, EWS and OBC (NCL) candidates must pay Rs. 590 as application fee, which includes Rs. 500 as the base fee plus 18 percent GST (Rs. 90), along with any applicable payment gateway charges. The fee is payable only through the online payment gateway. SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.

Vacancy Details

A total of 154 vacancies are on offer across four post codes, distributed between Mumbai Refinery and Kochi Refinery as shown below. The numbers are tentative and may change at the discretion of the Management.

SC stands for Scheduled Caste, ST for Scheduled Tribe, OBC (NCL) for Other Backward Class (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS for Economically Weaker Section, and UR for Un-reserved.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a Diploma obtained through a full-time regular course approved by AICTE, in the branch prescribed for their post code. A minimum of 60 percent aggregate marks is required for General, EWS and OBC (NCL) candidates, and 50 percent for SC/ST/PwBD candidates against reserved vacancies.

Only the exact prescribed Diploma discipline is accepted; equivalent or related diplomas such as Petrochemical, Mechanical (Production) or Electronics Engineering are not eligible, and claims of equivalent qualification will not be considered. Diplomas obtained through Part-time, Correspondence or Distance Learning modes are also not eligible, while Sandwich Diploma courses and recognized lateral entry diplomas (after Class XII Science or ITI 2nd year entry) are accepted. Candidates holding a higher qualification such as B.E., B.Tech. or A.M.I.E. are not eligible for these posts.

Candidates should also have a minimum of one year of relevant post-qualification work experience, or one year of post-qualification apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, in a Refining, Petroleum, Power, Lube, Petrochemical or Fertilizer industry of repute. For Mechanical and Electrical disciplines, experience in the Engineering industry of repute is also considered. The date of reckoning for this minimum experience is 01.07.2026.

Age Limit

The total cumulative age relaxation across multiple applicable categories is capped at 15 years. A Board of Secondary Education Matriculation certificate is the only acceptable proof of age.

Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be placed in the NG-2 grade at a starting minimum basic pay of Rs. 26,500 in the pay scale of Rs. 26,500 to Rs. 34,000, following pre-employment medical examination. Besides basic pay, candidates will receive Dearness Allowance on the industrial pattern and other allowances or benefits as per Corporation rules.

Selection Process

BPCL will select candidates through three stages.

Stage 1 - Computer Based Test (CBT): An objective type paper of 100 questions carrying 1 mark each, to be completed in 120 minutes, conducted in English only with no negative marking. The paper has two sections: Domain Knowledge (60 marks) and General Aptitude covering English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and General Awareness and Current Affairs (40 marks).

Stage 2 - Skill/Proficiency Test (SPT): Candidates who qualify the CBT as per the cut-off decided by the Corporation will be called for a qualifying Skill/Proficiency Test at the respective refinery location.

Stage 3 - Pre-Employment Medical Examination: Final appointment depends on candidates meeting BPCL's Medical Fitness norms and standards. Candidature remains provisional until appointment.

How to Apply

1. Visit the BPCL Careers section on the official website and open the notification for BPCL.HR.ER.03.NMGT.RECT.
2. Read the detailed advertisement carefully and confirm that you meet the qualification, marks, experience and age criteria for the post code you wish to apply for.
3. Register on the online application portal and fill in your personal, educational and category details.
4. Indicate your preferred test city, upload all relevant documents, and pay the application fee through the online payment gateway (SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from the fee).
5. Submit the online application before 13.08.2026, 11:59 pm, and save a copy of the confirmation for your records.
6. Download the CBT call letter from the BPCL Careers website using your Registration Number and Password once it becomes available, and carry it along with a valid photo identity proof to the exam centre.

Documents Required

• Matriculation certificate as proof of date of birth
• Diploma certificate and mark sheets, or CGPA/OGPA equivalence certificate where applicable
• Caste certificate in the prescribed proforma for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) candidates
• Income and Asset Certificate for EWS category, valid for financial year 2025-26
• Disability certificate issued by a Competent Authority for PwBD candidates
• Valid photo identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID Card or Passport
• No Objection Certificate, for candidates already employed in Government, PSU or Autonomous Bodies, at the time of the SPT

General Rules

• Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
• Candidates are placed for Mumbai Refinery or Kochi Refinery, but BPCL reserves the right to post or transfer them to any other existing or future Refinery, Marketing location, office or project based on business requirements.
• SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD/EWS candidates applying against un-reserved posts are considered on general standards, without relaxation in age or qualification cut-off.
• All other selection parameters being equal, preference for Post Codes B, C and D will be given to erstwhile Kochi Refinery Project Evictees.
• SC/ST/PwBD candidates appearing for the CBT and SPT are reimbursed single second class sleeper rail fare for a distance of 30 km or more, by the shortest route, on production of the ticket.
• Any request for change of category once the online application is submitted will not be considered.
• Furnishing wrong or false information at any stage will lead to disqualification or termination, even after appointment.
• Candidates selected for final appointment must join within 30 days of the offer.
• Disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Hon'ble High Court of Bombay for Post Codes A and B, and the Hon'ble High Court of Kerala for Post Codes C and D.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026?

It is a recruitment drive by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, under advertisement number BPCL.HR.ER.03.NMGT.RECT dated 29.07.2026, to fill 154 entry-level Technician and Operator posts at its Mumbai and Kochi refineries.

Q2. How many vacancies are available and in which posts?

There are 154 vacancies in total: 60 for Process Technician (Chemical) at Mumbai Refinery, 64 for Process Operator/Operator (Chemical), 13 for Technician/Operator (Mechanical), and 17 for Technician (Electrical), the last three at Kochi Refinery.

Q3. What educational qualification is required?

Candidates need a full-time regular Diploma approved by AICTE in the specific branch for their post code, along with 60 percent aggregate marks for General, EWS and OBC (NCL) candidates, or 50 percent for SC, ST and PwBD candidates against reserved vacancies.

Q4. What is the age limit for BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 25 years as on 01.07.2026 for General and EWS candidates, with age relaxation of 3 years for OBC (NCL), 5 years for SC/ST, and up to 10 years for PwBD candidates, subject to a combined relaxation cap of 15 years.

Q5. What is the application fee?

General, EWS and OBC (NCL) candidates must pay Rs. 590 (Rs. 500 application fee plus 18 percent GST) through the online payment gateway, plus any payment gateway charges. SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from the application fee.

Q6. What is the selection process for these posts?

Selection has three stages: a Computer Based Test of 100 objective questions covering Domain Knowledge and General Aptitude, a qualifying Skill/Proficiency Test at the respective refinery, and a pre-employment medical examination before final appointment.

Q7. What is the last date to apply online?

The online application window opened on 29.07.2026 and closes on 13.08.2026 at 11:59 pm, along with payment of the application fee and upload of all relevant documents.

Q8. What pay scale will selected candidates get?

Selected candidates will be placed in the NG-2 grade with a starting basic pay of Rs. 26,500 in the pay scale of Rs. 26,500 to Rs. 34,000, along with Dearness Allowance and other allowances as per Corporation rules.

Source

This article is based on the official BPCL recruitment notification, advertisement number BPCL.HR.ER.03.NMGT.RECT dated 29.07.2026, titled "Recruitment to Non-Management Posts in BPCL Mumbai Refinery and Kochi Refinery."

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is based on the official BPCL recruitment notification available at the time of writing. Candidates are advised to refer to the official BPCL website and the detailed advertisement for the most accurate and updated information before applying.