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Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoPNG), has announced 154 vacancies for Non-Management posts across its Mumbai Refinery and Kochi Refinery through Advertisement No. BPCL.HR.ER.03.NMGT.RECT dated 29.07.2026. Here is a complete, detailed breakdown of the BPCL Recruitment 2026 vacancy distribution — post-wise, refinery-wise, and category-wise.
BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details – Download Notification PDF
Candidates can download the BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details PDF to check the post-wise and category-wise vacancies announced by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL). The official document provides complete information on the number of openings, reservation details, job locations, pay scale, and other important recruitment information. Applicants should review the vacancy details carefully before applying for their preferred post.
BPCL Recruitment 2026 Overview
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) |
| Advertisement No. | BPCL.HR.ER.03.NMGT.RECT |
| Notification Date | 29.07.2026 |
| Posts | Process Technician, Process Operator/Operator, Technician/Operator |
| Total Vacancies | 154 |
| Refineries | Mumbai Refinery, Kochi Refinery |
| Pay Scale | ₹26,500 – ₹34,000 (NG-2 Grade) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Stages | CBT, Skill/Proficiency Test, Medical Examination |
| Website | Link Here! |
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Join NowBPCL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online Dates
| Activity | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| Online application opens | 29.07.2026 |
| Last date to apply & pay fee | 13.08.2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Call letter for CBT | 10 days before CBT |
| Computer Based Test | September 2026 |
| CBT result/SPT shortlist | 10 days after CBT |
BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026 – Total Vacancy
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 154 |
| Total Posts | 4 (Post Codes A, B, C, D) |
| Refineries Covered | Mumbai Refinery, Kochi Refinery |
| Pay Scale | ₹26,500 – ₹34,000 (NG-2 Grade) |
| Nature of Vacancies | Tentative/projected, subject to change |
BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026 – Consolidated Vacancy Table (All Posts)
| Post Code | Post Name | Refinery | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Process Technician (Chemical) | Mumbai | 8 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 30 | 60 |
| B | Process Operator/Operator (Chemical) | Kochi | 6 | 2 | 17 | 6 | 33 | 64 |
| C | Technician/Operator (Mechanical) | Kochi | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 13 |
| D | Technician (Electrical) | Kochi | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 17 |
| Grand Total | 18 | 16 | 27 | 15 | 78 | 154 |
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Join NowPost-wise & Refinery-wise Vacancy Distribution – BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026
Kochi Refinery accounts for the majority of vacancies in this recruitment drive, spread across three post codes (B, C, D), while Mumbai Refinery has vacancies only under Post Code A.
Post Code A: Process Technician (Chemical) — Mumbai Refinery
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 8 |
| ST | 14 |
| OBC (NCL) | 2 |
| EWS | 6 |
| UR (Unreserved) | 30 |
| Total | 60 |
This is the only post code allotted to Mumbai Refinery in this recruitment drive, and it also carries the highest number of vacancies among all four post codes.
Post Code B: Process Operator/Operator (Chemical) — Kochi Refinery
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 6 |
| ST | 2 |
| OBC (NCL) | 17 |
| EWS | 6 |
| UR (Unreserved) | 33 |
| Total | 64 |
Post Code B has the highest vacancy count overall among the four posts, and also has the largest OBC (NCL) allocation (17 posts) across the entire notification.
Post Code C: Technician/Operator (Mechanical) — Kochi Refinery
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 2 |
| ST | 0 |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 |
| EWS | 1 |
| UR (Unreserved) | 7 |
| Total | 13 |
Post Code C has no ST vacancies allotted in this recruitment cycle.
Post Code D: Technician (Electrical) — Kochi Refinery
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 2 |
| ST | 0 |
| OBC (NCL) | 5 |
| EWS | 2 |
| UR (Unreserved) | 8 |
| Total | 17 |
Post Code D also has no ST vacancies allotted.
BPCL Non-Management 2026 Category-wise Total Vacancies
| Category | Total Vacancies | % Share (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 78 | ~50.6% |
| SC | 18 | ~11.7% |
| ST | 16 | ~10.4% |
| OBC (NCL) | 27 | ~17.5% |
| EWS | 15 | ~9.7% |
| Total | 154 | 100% |
BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026: Important Notes on Vacancy Numbers
- Vacancies are tentative: The number of vacancies indicated in the notification is tentative and may increase or decrease in the relevant categories, entirely at the discretion of BPCL Management and/or in compliance with Presidential Directives on reservation at the time of appointment.
- No guarantee of filling all vacancies: Filling up of vacancies is solely at the discretion of Management, based on the suitability of candidates. No claim will arise for employment if some vacancies remain unfilled due to unsuitability of candidates or insufficient number of eligible applicants.
- BPCL can modify the process: Management reserves the right to cancel, restrict, enlarge, modify, or alter the recruitment/selection process at any time, if the need arises — without issuing further notice or providing any reason.
- No inherent right to a post: There is no right vested in any candidate to a post merely because they fulfil the eligibility criteria or clear the examination. All appointments are made at the Management’s discretion, after verifying all suitability criteria of the candidate.
BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026: Placement & Posting Conditions
Although vacancies are notified specifically for Mumbai Refinery and Kochi Refinery, candidates should note:
- BPCL reserves the right to offer initial posting and/or effect subsequent transfers, post-appointment, to any other existing or future Refinery/Marketing location, office, or project of BPCL, based on business requirements from time to time.
BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026: Tie-Breaking Criteria for Kochi Refinery Posts (B, C & D)
All other selection parameters being equal, for Post Codes B, C & D, preference will be given to erstwhile Kochi Refinery Project Evictees. This preference does not apply to Post Code A (Mumbai Refinery).
BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026 Salary: Pay Scale for All Selected Candidates
Regardless of post code or refinery, all finally selected candidates (post pre-employment medical examination) will be placed at:
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Grade | NG-2 |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹26,500/- |
| Pay Scale Range | ₹26,500/- – ₹34,000/- |
| Additional Benefits | Industrial DA + other allowances/benefits as per Corporation rules |
Pay protection for departmental candidates: Candidates joining “Through Proper Channel” from other CPSUs/PSUs, Central/State Govt., or Autonomous Bodies under the Government of India will get protection of their last drawn Basic Pay, provided their services are transferred from such organization to BPCL. However, this protected pay will not exceed ₹34,000/- (the maximum of the NG-2 grade).
BPCL Non-Management Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details: Which Post Code Has the Best Opportunity?
Chemical Engineering/Chemical Technology diploma holders have the widest opportunity here, since Post Codes A and B (Chemical discipline) together account for 124 out of 154 total vacancies (~80%) of this recruitment drive.
| Rank | Post Code | Vacancies | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B (Kochi) | 64 | Chemical Engineering/Technology diploma holders open to Kochi |
| 2 | A (Mumbai) | 60 | Chemical Engineering/Technology diploma holders open to Mumbai |
| 3 | D (Kochi) | 17 | Electrical diploma holders |
| 4 | C (Kochi) | 13 | Mechanical diploma holders |
Since vacancy numbers are tentative and subject to change, candidates should apply promptly within the window (29.07.2026 to 13.08.2026) and prepare thoroughly for the CBT, as competition for the reserved Chemical discipline posts (A & B) is expected to be high given their larger vacancy share.
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