Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Maharatna public sector undertaking, has invited applications from Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) for 49 posts under its Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) 2026. The posts are Associate Executive (Engineering), Junior Executive (Accounts), Associate Executive (Official Language – Hindi) and Associate Executive (Quality Assurance). Applications opened on 9 November 2026 and the last date to apply online is 29 November 2026 (11:59 PM) through the official website, bharatpetroleum.in.
Only PwBD candidates with 40 per cent or more benchmark disability can apply, and every post needs three to five years of relevant post-qualification experience, so freshers are not eligible for this drive.
BPCL SRD Recruitment 2026: Key Details
| Organisation | Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Maharatna PSU |
| Recruitment | Special Recruitment Drive for PwBD / Divyangjan, Categories A to E |
| Total vacancies | 49 (indicative) |
| Application mode | Online, at bharatpetroleum.in |
| Applications open | 9 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 29 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Admit card | 10 December 2026 (tentative) |
| CBT exam | 19 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Cut-off date for age and experience | 1 October 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Grade | Vacancies | Experience |
| Associate Executive (Engineering) | E1 | 33 | 3 years |
| Junior Executive (Accounts) | E0 | 8 | 5 years |
| Associate Executive (Official Language – Hindi) | E1 | 4 | 3 years |
| Associate Executive (Quality Assurance) | E1 | 4 | 3 years |
| Total | 49 |
The Engineering posts cover Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Instrumentation/Electronics and Computer Science disciplines. The vacancies are indicative and may change at BPCL’s discretion.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online applications open | 9 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 29 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Admit card release | 10 December 2026 (tentative) |
| CBT exam date | 19 December 2026 (tentative) |
Eligibility Criteria
Associate Executive (Engineering): A full-time four-year B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.) in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation & Electronics, Civil, Chemical or Computer Science with 55 per cent marks (50 per cent for SC/ST). A lateral-entry degree after a diploma is also accepted. Candidates need at least three years of continuous post-qualification experience in operations, maintenance or projects in oil and gas, petrochemicals, chemicals, power, steel, fertiliser, automobile, FMCG, pharma and other listed industries, and must be in a managerial or supervisory role on 1 October 2026. Computer Science candidates need IT or cyber security experience.
Junior Executive (Accounts): Graduation in any discipline with 55 per cent marks (50 per cent for SC/ST), plus CA Inter or CMA Inter. Qualified CAs and CMAs are NOT eligible. Candidates need at least five years of experience in finance, accounts, taxation, cost accounting or audit, counted after the CA/CMA Inter result.
Associate Executive (Official Language – Hindi): A full-time Master’s degree in Hindi with 55 per cent marks (50 per cent for SC/ST), with English as a subject in Class 12 or graduation with 50 per cent marks. Candidates need at least three years of English–Hindi translation work and knowledge of the Official Language policy.
Associate Executive (Quality Assurance): A full-time M.Sc in Chemistry (with specialisation in Organic, Physical, Inorganic, Analytical or Polymer Chemistry) with 55 per cent marks (50 per cent for SC/ST). Candidates need at least three years of laboratory experience in the petroleum, oil and gas, petrochemical or chemical industry.
Only Indian nationals can apply. A gap of up to three months in work experience is treated as continuous. Employees of Central or State Government, autonomous bodies and PSUs must apply through the proper channel and bring a No Objection Certificate to the interview.
Age Limit (as on 1 October 2026)
| Category | Maximum age |
| General / EWS | 35 years |
| OBC-NCL | 38 years |
| SC / ST | 40 years |
| Ex-servicemen | As per Government of India guidelines |
Salary
| Post | Pay scale | Approx. CTC (per year) |
| Junior Executive (E0) – Accounts | Rs 30,000 – Rs 1,20,000 | Rs 12.38 lakh |
| Associate Executive (E1) – Engineering, Hindi, QA | Rs 40,000 – Rs 1,40,000 | Rs 17.25 lakh |
All selected candidates join at the minimum of the pay scale, irrespective of their experience. Other benefits include IDA-based dearness allowance, HRA (if applicable), perks and allowances, retirement benefits and Performance Related Pay as per BPCL policy.
Selection Process
- Application screening, based on years of relevant experience, qualification and other details
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — General Aptitude, plus Professional Knowledge for Quality Assurance
- Document Verification, before the interview
- Case Based Discussion and/or Group Task and/or Personal Interview
- Pre-employment Medical Examination, as per BPCL and OISD standards
Only Blind and Low Vision candidates can use a scribe or reader, at their own cost; they get 20 minutes of compensatory time per hour.
Application Fee
The application fee is not clearly mentioned in the detailed notification summary read for this report. Candidates should check the fee on the official portal while applying.
How to Apply
- Visit the official BPCL website, bharatpetroleum.in, and go to Careers > Current Job Openings > Apply Online.
- Click “Click Here for New Registration” and enter your name, contact details and email ID. Note the Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Upload your photo and signature.
- Fill in your education, experience and disability details.
- Upload date of birth proof, consolidated mark sheet and degree, experience certificates, latest three salary slips (in one PDF), category and disability certificates, and Appendix I and II if you need a scribe.
- Preview the form, click “Complete Registration” and submit by 29 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
- No hard copy needs to be sent to BPCL.
Important Links
- BPCL official website: bharatpetroleum.in
- Apply online: BPCL website → Careers → Current Job Openings → Apply Online
Please note: Read the detailed official notification on the BPCL website before applying. The information in this article is based on the official notification as reported; in case of any discrepancy, the official notification will prevail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many posts are there in BPCL SRD Recruitment 2026?
A: There are 49 posts (indicative) — Engineering 33, Accounts 8, Official Language (Hindi) 4 and Quality Assurance 4.
Q2. Who can apply for BPCL SRD Recruitment 2026?
A: Only PwBD candidates with at least 40 per cent benchmark disability who meet the qualification and experience conditions for the post.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for BPCL SRD Recruitment 2026?
A: 29 November 2026, till 11:59 PM. Applications opened on 9 November 2026.
Q4. Can freshers apply for BPCL SRD Recruitment 2026?
A: No. Candidates need three to five years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Q5. What is the salary for BPCL SRD Recruitment 2026?
A: About Rs 12.38 lakh CTC per year for Junior Executive (E0) and Rs 17.25 lakh CTC per year for Associate Executive (E1).
Q6. When is the BPCL SRD CBT exam?
A: The CBT is tentatively scheduled for 19 December 2026, with admit cards expected on 10 December 2026.
Q7. Can a qualified CA apply for Junior Executive (Accounts) in BPCL SRD Recruitment 2026?
A: No. Only CA Inter or CMA Inter candidates can apply; qualified CAs and CMAs are not eligible.
Q8. What is the application fee?
A: The fee is not clearly mentioned in the notification summary read for this report. Check the official portal while applying.
Next Action: Apply online on the BPCL official website (bharatpetroleum.in) before 29 November 2026.
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