HPCL ET Civil: Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Cut Off & Free Mock Tests
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited — Officer/Engineer (Civil) via GATE
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Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited recruits civil engineers as Officer/Engineer (Civil) primarily through GATE scores — there is no separate written exam in most cycles. HPCL recruits civil engineers for refinery and marketing-infrastructure projects.
The process is: score high in GATE (CE) → get shortlisted → group discussion / personal interview → final merit. Your GATE preparation is therefore the entire technical preparation for this recruitment.
HPCL ET Civil — Overview
| Organisation | Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (oil & gas PSU) |
| Post | Officer/Engineer (Civil) |
| Selection | GATE (CE) score → GD/PI → merit |
| Eligibility | B.E./B.Tech Civil (min % per advert) + valid GATE score |
| Salary | E1/ET grade — PSU executive scale (~₹12–15 LPA CTC typical) |
| Written exam | None in GATE-based cycles — GATE is the exam |
HPCL ET Civil Exam Pattern
Selection via GATE
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| GATE Civil Engineering paper (see the GATE Civil guide for the full pattern) | 65 | 100 |
Duration: 3 hours (GATE)
Negative marking: As per GATE rules (MCQ only)
ℹ️ Shortlisting is on GATE score; final selection adds GD and/or personal interview per the HPCL advertisement. Civil vacancies are advertised only in some cycles — watch the careers page.
HPCL ET Civil Syllabus — Key Subjects
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HPCL ET Civil Eligibility: Qualification & Age Limit
- ✓B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering with the minimum percentage specified in the advertisement (commonly 60–65%).
- ✓Valid GATE (CE) score of the year(s) specified in the advertisement.
- ✓Age limit per the advertisement (commonly up to 27–30 years at entry level, with relaxations).
HPCL ET Civil Salary
Entry is at the PSU executive E1/ET grade on IDA scales — total CTC typically ₹12–15 lakh per annum including perks, plus PSU benefits (township/HRA, medical, PF, gratuity).
HPCL ET Civil Cut Off
Cutoffs are GATE scores published per category after each recruitment. For HPCL, competitive general-category scores have historically been high (roughly 750+ zone for civil where advertised) — verify the previous cycle's cutoff.
HPCL ET Civil Vacancies
| Cycle-wise | Civil intake varies per cycle and is smaller than electrical/mechanical — check the current advertisement |
How to Prepare for HPCL ET Civil
- 1Prepare for GATE CE seriously once — the same score serves this PSU, AAI, and M.Tech admissions.
- 2Track the HPCL careers page each January–April; GATE-based application windows are short and easy to miss.
- 3GD/PI rounds reward fundamentals + current sector awareness — read up on the oil & gas sector before the interview.
- 4A backup plan matters: civil vacancies at individual PSUs are limited, so apply to every GATE-accepting recruiter in your score band.
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HPCL ET Civil — Frequently Asked Questions
Does HPCL conduct its own written exam for civil engineers?▾
In GATE-based cycles, no — shortlisting is purely on GATE (CE) score, followed by GD/PI. Always confirm the selection scheme in the current HPCL advertisement.
What GATE score is needed for HPCL civil?▾
It varies per cycle with vacancy count, but PSU civil shortlists are typically in the high-score zone (roughly 750+ for general category historically). Check the previous cycle's published cutoff.
How should I prepare for HPCL civil recruitment?▾
Prepare for GATE CE. CIVILGYAN TEST SERIES offers GATE-pattern civil mocks with MCQ/MSQ/NAT types and detailed solutions — free tests available.
What is the HPCL ET Civil exam pattern?▾
Selection via GATE: GATE Civil Engineering paper (see the GATE Civil guide for the full pattern) (65 Q, 100 marks); duration 3 hours (GATE).
Is there negative marking in HPCL ET Civil?▾
As per GATE rules (MCQ only).
What is the age limit for HPCL ET Civil?▾
Age limit per the advertisement (commonly up to 27–30 years at entry level, with relaxations).
Who is eligible for HPCL ET Civil?▾
B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering with the minimum percentage specified in the advertisement (commonly 60–65%). Valid GATE (CE) score of the year(s) specified in the advertisement.
What is the salary after HPCL ET Civil?▾
Entry is at the PSU executive E1/ET grade on IDA scales — total CTC typically ₹12–15 lakh per annum including perks, plus PSU benefits (township/HRA, medical, PF, gratuity).
What is the HPCL ET Civil syllabus?▾
The key subjects are Full GATE CE syllabus — Engineering Mathematics, Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Geomatics, General Aptitude.
How many vacancies are there in HPCL ET Civil?▾
Cycle-wise: Civil intake varies per cycle and is smaller than electrical/mechanical — check the current advertisement.
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Disclaimer: Exam patterns, cutoffs, vacancies and eligibility rules change between recruitment cycles. The figures above are compiled for guidance from past cycles — always verify details from the official notification of the conducting body before applying.