Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has released the BPCL recruitment 2026 notice for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), as published on bharatpetroleum.in. Online applications open on 9 November 2026 and close on 29 November 2026 at 23:59 hours. The drive suits experienced candidates with a benchmark disability who want an executive job in a large oil and gas company.
BPCL lists 49 indicative vacancies across four posts. A full post-wise breakdown follows below. The notice gives the place of posting as anywhere in India. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited special recruitment drive notice for PwBD. Last verified: 9 November 2026.
The BPCL recruitment 2026 covers 49 Associate Executive and Junior Executive posts for PwBD candidates. The last date to apply online is 29 November 2026 at bharatpetroleum.in. Selection is through application screening, a computer based test, further rounds after document verification, and a medical examination.
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Quick Summary of BPCL Executive Posts 2026
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) |
| Drive | Special recruitment drive for PwBD |
| Posts | Associate Executive (Engineering), Junior Executive (Accounts), Associate Executive (Official Language Implementation – Hindi), Associate Executive (Quality Assurance) |
| Total Vacancy | 49 (indicative) |
| Salary | E1: ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000. E0: ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Eligibility | Degree or master’s with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST), 3 to 5 years of experience, benchmark disability of 40% or more |
| Selection | Screening, computer-based test, document verification, interview or group task, medical examination |
| Place of Posting | Anywhere in India |
| Last Date | 29 November 2026 |
| Who Can Apply | Indian nationals with a benchmark disability |
How This Drive Differs From Other Current Jobs
Most executive notices in the latest jobs across India are open to all candidates. The BPCL recruitment 2026 drive is open only to candidates with a benchmark disability of at least 40%. A valid disability certificate must back it.
All four posts also ask for experience after the qualification. Three posts need 3 years, and the Accounts post needs 5 years. Fresh graduates cannot apply. Among current government jobs from public sector companies, this is a narrow and specific drive.
The notice lists the nature of work for each post. Candidates must be able to do that work without assistance. Selected candidates may be placed in BPCL joint ventures and subsidiaries, and deputation is possible.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
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Important Dates
The BPCL recruitment 2026 schedule has two tentative dates: the admit card and the test. Candidates should watch the BPCL Careers page for any changes.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online applications open | 9 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 29 November 2026 (till 23:59 hours) |
| Admit card | 10 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Computer-based test (CBT) | 19 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Age and eligibility cut-off | 1 October 2026 |
The portal stops taking applications at 23:59 hours on the last day. Candidates should not wait for the final hours.
BPCL Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details and Salary
The notice lists 4 posts. BPCL calls the vacancy numbers indicative, which means they can change.
| Post | Grade | Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Executive (Engineering) | E1, JG ‘A’ | 33 | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 |
| Junior Executive (Accounts) | E0, JG ‘A0’ | 8 | ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
| Associate Executive (Official Language Implementation – Hindi) | E1, JG ‘A’ | 4 | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 |
| Associate Executive (Quality Assurance) | E1, JG ‘A’ | 4 | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 |
| Total | 49 |
The notice gives no category-wise split of vacancies. It lists only the disability types open for each post (see Eligibility below).
At the pay scale minimum, the approximate cost to company (CTC) is about ₹17.25 lakh per year for Associate Executive (E1). For Junior Executive (E0), it is about ₹12.38 lakh per year. Pay also includes dearness allowance (IDA pattern), house rent allowance where it applies, perks, retirement benefits and performance-related pay.
Accounts selectees join at JG ‘A0’ regardless of their experience. Selectees for the other three posts join at JG ‘A’ as Associate Executive.
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Eligibility for BPCL Recruitment 2026
Candidates must be Indian nationals with a benchmark disability of at least 40%. A valid certificate under the RPwD Act, 2016 must support it. Candidates in the “likely to improve” temporary category are not eligible for reservation.
BPCL counts age, experience and all other eligibility on 1 October 2026.
Age limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 35 years |
| OBC-NCL | 38 years |
| SC / ST | 40 years |
The age limit for BPCL recruitment 2026 is counted on the cut-off date. Ex-servicemen get relaxation as per Government of India guidelines. Candidates can check their age with the age calculator.
Associate Executive (Engineering)
- Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg), 4-year course, in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation & Electronics, Civil, Chemical or Computer Science, with at least 55% marks in aggregate (50% for SC/ST). The notice also lists a diploma plus 3-year degree route.
- Experience: 3 years of relevant experience after the qualification, in the roles listed in the notice.
- Other streams are eligible only with an equivalence certificate.
Junior Executive (Accounts)
- Qualification: Graduate in any discipline with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST), plus CA Intermediate or CMA Intermediate passed. Candidates who have passed the CA or CMA final are not eligible.
- Experience: 5 years of relevant finance experience after the qualification.
Associate Executive (Official Language Implementation – Hindi)
- Qualification: Full-time master’s degree in Hindi with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST). English must be studied as a subject in Class XII or graduation with at least 50%.
- Experience: 3 years of translation experience (English to Hindi and Hindi to English) after the qualification.
Associate Executive (Quality Assurance)
- Qualification: Full-time M.Sc (Chemistry), or M.Sc Chemistry with a listed specialisation, with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST). No other allied streams are accepted.
- Experience: 3 years of laboratory experience after the qualification in the Petroleum, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical or any chemical industry. Experience gained during a PhD does not count.
Disability types open for each post
The notice defines five groups. A is Blind and Low Vision. B is Deaf and Hard of Hearing. C is Locomotor disability, including cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims and muscular dystrophy. D is Autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability and mental illness. E is Multiple disabilities, including deaf-blindness.
Each post is open to the types below, written as the notice prints them.
- Engineering, Chemical: OH (OA, OL), AAV
- Engineering, Mechanical: HH, OH (OL), AAV
- Engineering, Electrical: HH, OH (OL), AAV
- Engineering, Civil: HH, OH (OA, OL), AAV
- Engineering, Instrumentation & Electronics: HH, OH (OL), AAV
- Engineering, Computer Science: OH (OA, OL, OAL, BL, DW, AAV), HH, VH (B, LV)
- Accounts: HH, OH (OA, OL, OAL, BL, BLOA), DW, AAV
- Hindi: HH, OH (OA, OL, OAL, BL), VH (B, LV), DW, AAV
- Quality Assurance: OH (OA, OL), DW, AAV
Experience certificates must show full-time employment, and the notice period counts only experience gained after the qualification.
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Selection Process
BPCL recruitment 2026 selection starts with screening and then tests shortlisted candidates. The stages run in this order.
- Application screening, based on experience, qualifications and related factors.
- Computer-based test (CBT).
- Document verification, followed by a Case-Based Discussion, Group Task and/or Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates.
- Pre-employment medical examination before joining.
CBT pattern
The BPCL recruitment 2026 test is in English only. The General Aptitude sections are common to all posts.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal Ability | 30 | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 |
| Logical Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Professional Knowledge (Quality Assurance only) | 20 | 20 |
The Engineering, Accounts and Hindi tests carry 100 questions and 100 marks, with 120 minutes allowed. The Quality Assurance test runs for 150 minutes.
Medical standards
The medical examination follows OISD guidelines. Myopia and hypermetropia must stay within (-) 6.00 and (+) 4.00. Colour blindness and squint are not acceptable. These two limits do not apply to B and VH candidates. Any major medical ailment is disqualifying, and the medical decision is final.
Scribe and travel
BPCL sets scribe rules in the notice. The candidate arranges the scribe, declares the scribe in the online form, and submits a written undertaking (Appendix-II) with the scribe’s ID. In BPCL recruitment 2026, candidates who use a scribe get 20 minutes of compensatory time per hour of examination. Outstation candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can claim travel reimbursement, subject to limits.
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How to Apply
BPCL accepts applications online only, and no hard copy is needed. Candidates for BPCL recruitment 2026 can apply through bharatpetroleum.in by opening CAREERS, then CURRENT JOB OPENING, then APPLY ONLINE.
- Check eligibility against the notice.
- Prepare the scanned documents in PDF format.
- Register through the “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION” tab. The portal sends a Provisional Registration Number and a password by email and SMS.
- Fill each section and click “Save & Next” to validate and save it.
- Upload the photograph and signature.
- Preview the form.
- Click “COMPLETE REGISTRATION” only after the final check, since changes are not allowed after this step.
- Use the Payment tab as the portal directs and click Submit.
Candidates should submit only one application. If a candidate submits more than one, BPCL considers the latest. Queries go to z_hrd_co_recruit@bharatpetroleum.in, with the Application ID in the subject line. BPCL posts corrigenda and updates only on its Careers page.
Documents to keep ready
The documents below are needed for BPCL recruitment 2026.
- Date of birth proof (Class 10 or 12 certificate, or a date of birth certificate)
- Consolidated marksheet and degree or diploma certificate for the highest relevant qualification (both are mandatory)
- Experience or service certificates on the organisation’s letterhead, signed and stamped, one for each organisation. Each must show employee details, full-time employment, detailed work, and current basic salary and CTC.
- Category certificate where it applies (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwBD and ex-servicemen status). PwBD candidates need a disability certificate under the RPwD Act, 2016.
- Appendix I and Appendix II, if a scribe is used
- Recent colour passport photograph, not older than September 2026
- Scanned signature (signatures in capital letters are not accepted)
- Latest three salary slips, combined into one PDF
Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| BPCL special recruitment drive notice | Download BPCL recruitment notification PDF |
| Online application | Apply online at bharatpetroleum.in |
Should you apply?
The BPCL recruitment 2026 drive suits candidates with a benchmark disability of 40% or more. They must already have 3 to 5 years of experience in engineering, finance, Hindi translation or laboratory work. It does not suit fresh graduates, because all four posts ask for experience after the qualification.
Selected candidates join for a one-year probation, which BPCL can extend if performance is unsatisfactory. Postings can be anywhere in India, shift duties are possible, and BPCL joint ventures and subsidiaries are part of the placement. Candidates tied to one town should weigh this before applying.
The notice gives no applicant figures for BPCL recruitment 2026. The Hindi and Quality Assurance posts have only 4 vacancies each, which keeps selection tight for those two streams. The Engineering post has the most vacancies and is open to six streams.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
FAQs
What is the last date for BPCL recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 29 November 2026, until 23:59 hours. Online applications opened on 9 November 2026. BPCL accepts applications only through bharatpetroleum.in, and the latest application counts if a candidate submits more than one.
What is the salary of Associate Executive in BPCL?
The Associate Executive (E1) pay scale is ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000. The notice puts the approximate cost to company at about ₹17.25 lakh per year at the minimum of the scale. Junior Executive (E0) carries ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000.
What is the age limit for BPCL recruitment 2026?
The maximum age is 35 years for General and EWS candidates. It is 38 years for OBC-NCL and 40 years for SC and ST candidates, as on 1 October 2026. Ex-servicemen get relaxation as per Government of India guidelines.
Can freshers apply for the BPCL special recruitment drive?
No. All four posts require experience after qualification: 3 years for Engineering, Hindi and Quality Assurance, and 5 years for Accounts. Candidates must also have a benchmark disability of at least 40% with a valid certificate.
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B.Tech in Computer Science from Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College (2010). Former Systems Engineer at TCS and in digital publishing since 2011. He started India Job Alerts in April 2025 to publish verified government and PSU job notifications for West Bengal, Sikkim and the rest of India. Every post is checked against the official notification before it goes live. Also writes about the Darjeeling hills at SearchDarjeeling.