Hindustan Urvarak and Rasayan Limited (HURL) – a joint venture of Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), NTPC Limited, Coal India Limited (CIL), Fertilizer Corporation of India Limited (FCIL) and Hindustan Fertilizer Corporation Limited (HFCL) – has released Advertisement No. E/04/2026 dated 05 August 2026 for 78 posts across Executive Cadre (33 posts, regular), Fixed Term Contract basis (2 posts, Medical) and Non-Executive Cadre (43 posts, regular) for its Ammonia-Urea fertilizer complexes at Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh), Sindri (Jharkhand) and Barauni (Bihar). The online application portal is open until 26 August 2026 at 5:00 PM at hurl.net.in/careers. No modification is permitted after submission.
Important – Read Before You Apply: The advertised posts are against anticipated future attrition, not current confirmed vacancies. Offer letters will be issued strictly against actual vacancies in order of merit from an approved panel that remains valid for only six months. The 2 Medical posts are on Fixed Term Contract for 3 years (extendable up to 2 more years) – FTC engagement does NOT entitle any right to regular or permanent employment. All qualifications must be full-time and regular – distance learning, correspondence and part-time degrees are not eligible. Post-qualification experience must be relevant and executive in nature – apprenticeship, internship, articleship, teaching/lecturing and freelance work are NOT counted. Submission of CTC details and salary slips is mandatory at the time of application itself; missing this results in summary rejection. No modification is allowed after the application is submitted.
HURL Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Hindustan Urvarak and Rasayan Limited (HURL) |
| Nature | Joint Venture of IOCL, NTPC, CIL, FCIL and HFCL |
| Advertisement No. | E/04/2026 |
| Notification Date | 05 August 2026 |
| Plant Locations | Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh), Sindri (Jharkhand), Barauni (Bihar) |
| Total Posts | 78 (Executive Cadre: 33, FTC: 2, Non-Executive Cadre: 43) |
| Application Mode | Online only at hurl.net.in/careers |
| Application Opens | 05 August 2026 (1:00 PM) |
| Application Last Date | 26 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Age and Experience Cut-off Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Official Website | hurl.net.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement released | 05 August 2026 |
| Online application opens | 05 August 2026 (1:00 PM) |
| Online application closes | 26 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Age and experience reckoning date | 30 June 2026 |
| Selection test/interview schedule | To be announced |
Vacancy Details – Executive Cadre (33 Posts, Regular)
| Discipline | Position | Age Limit | Posts | Min. Post-Qualification Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Process Engineering | Engineer | 30 years | As part of 5 | 2 years |
| Process Engineering | Senior Engineer | 32 years | As part of 5 | 4 years |
| O&U (Offsite and Utilities) | Engineer | 30 years | As part of 5 | 2 years |
| O&U (Offsite and Utilities) | Senior Engineer | 32 years | As part of 5 | 4 years |
| Ammonia | Engineer | 30 years | As part of 3 | 2 years |
| Ammonia | Senior Engineer | 32 years | As part of 3 | 4 years |
| Urea | Engineer | 30 years | As part of 5 | 2 years |
| Urea | Senior Engineer | 32 years | As part of 5 | 4 years |
| Electrical | Engineer/Senior Engineer | 30/32 years | 2 total | 2/4 years |
| Mechanical | Engineer/Senior Engineer | 30/32 years | 2 total | 2/4 years |
| IT (SAP FICO Module) | Senior Engineer/Assistant Manager | 32/35 years | 1 | 4/7 years |
| IT (SAP MM Module) | Senior Engineer/Assistant Manager | 32/35 years | 1 | 4/7 years |
| IT (SAP SD Module) | Senior Engineer/Assistant Manager | 32/35 years | 1 | 4/7 years |
| Human Resource | Officer/Senior Officer | 30/32 years | 5 total | 2/4 years |
| Marketing | Officer/Senior Officer | 30/32 years | 3 total | 2/4 years |
| Total Executive | 33 |
Vacancy Details – Fixed Term Contract (2 Posts, Medical)
| Discipline | Position | Age Limit | Posts | Min. Post-Qualification Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical | Officer | 35 years | Part of 2 | 5 years |
| Medical | Assistant Manager | 45 years | Part of 2 | 7 years |
| Medical | Deputy Manager | 47 years | Part of 2 | 9 years |
| Total FTC | 2 |
FTC engagement is for 3 years, extendable at management’s discretion up to 2 further years (maximum 5 years total). FTC does NOT confer any right to regular or permanent employment.
Vacancy Details – Non-Executive Cadre (43 Posts, Regular)
Post: Junior Engineer Assistant (II) – Grade 2
| Discipline | Age Limit | Posts | Min. Post-Qualification Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| O&U (Offsite and Utilities) | 30 years | 6 | 5 years |
| Ammonia | 30 years | 7 | 5 years |
| Urea | 30 years | 3 | 5 years |
| Urea Plant Handling (UPH) Operations | 30 years | 8 | 5 years |
| Instrumentation | 30 years | 12 | 5 years |
| Quality Assurance and Inspection (Mechanical) | 30 years | 7 | 5 years |
| Total Non-Executive | 43 |
Eligibility Criteria
All qualifications must be full-time and regular from institutions recognized by UGC/AICTE or the appropriate statutory authority. Distance learning, correspondence and part-time qualifications are NOT eligible.
Executive Cadre – Educational Qualifications:
| Discipline | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Process Engineering, Ammonia, Urea | B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering/Chemical Technology, minimum 60% marks |
| O&U (Offsite and Utilities) | B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering/Chemical Technology OR Mechanical Engineering, minimum 60% marks |
| Electrical | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, minimum 60% marks |
| Mechanical | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, minimum 60% marks |
| IT (SAP FICO/MM/SD) | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology (or allied), minimum 60% marks, with relevant SAP module experience; SAP certification preferred |
| Human Resource | Full-time MBA/MSW/Integrated 5-year MBA or 2-year PG Diploma in HRM/Personnel Management, minimum 60% marks; LLB desirable |
| Marketing | B.Sc. (Agriculture) with M.Sc. in Agriculture, OR B.Sc. (Agriculture)/B.Tech with full-time MBA/PGDBM in Marketing/Agribusiness Marketing/Rural Management, minimum 60% marks |
Fixed Term Contract – Medical:
MBBS degree recognized by the Medical Council of India, with a certificate of training in Industrial Health (minimum 3 months, DG FASLI-approved or State Government recognized) or a Diploma in Industrial Health.
Non-Executive Cadre – Educational Qualifications:
| Discipline | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| O&U, Ammonia, Urea | 3-year full-time Diploma in Chemical Engineering/Chemical Technology (OR Mechanical for O&U), OR 3-year B.Sc. in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), minimum 50% marks |
| UPH Operations | 3-year full-time Diploma in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, minimum 50% marks |
| Instrumentation | 3-year full-time Diploma in Instrumentation/Instrumentation and Control/Electronics and Instrumentation or allied streams, minimum 50% marks |
| QA and Inspection (Mechanical) | 3-year full-time Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, minimum 50% marks |
Work Experience Rules (applicable to all cadres):
- Experience must be relevant, post-qualification and executive in nature
- Apprenticeship, internship, articleship, teaching/lecturing and freelance work are NOT counted
- For Executive E-2 (Assistant Manager) and above: only executive-level experience counts
- Age and experience are calculated as on 30 June 2026
Pay Scale and CTC
Executive Cadre and Non-Executive Cadre:
| Grade | Designation | Pay Scale | Approx. CTC |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-2 | Assistant Manager | Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 1,60,000 | Rs. 18.40 LPA |
| E-1A | Senior Engineer / Senior Officer | Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 | Rs. 16.40 LPA |
| E-1 | Engineer / Officer | Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 1,40,000 | Rs. 14.60 LPA |
| L0 | Jr. Engineer Assistant (II) – Grade 2 | Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 86,400 | Rs. 8.40 LPA |
Fixed Term Contract (Medical):
| Designation | Pay Scale | Approx. CTC |
|---|---|---|
| Officer | Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 1,40,000 | Rs. 12.60 LPA |
| Assistant Manager | Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 1,60,000 | Rs. 15.80 LPA |
| Deputy Manager | Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 1,80,000 | Rs. 19.00 LPA |
CTC includes Performance Related Pay (PRP, Executive and Non-Executive regular only), Perks and Allowances, HRA as per Government of India norms based on posting location, and Group Personal Accident Insurance. Medical insurance is provided over and above CTC for employees and dependent family members.
CTC Benchmarks for Private Sector and PSU/Government candidates:
| Post Applied For | PSU/Govt/JV – Must Have Served in Pay Scale | Private Sector Minimum CTC |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Engineer / Senior Officer | Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 1,40,000 (at least 2 years in lower scale) | Rs. 11.15 LPA |
| Engineer / Officer | Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1,20,000 (at least 2 years in lower scale) | Rs. 8.36 LPA |
| Assistant Manager | Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 1,20,000 (at least 4 years in lower scale) | Rs. 11.15 LPA |
Selection Process
HURL’s selection process is flexible and discretionary based on application volume and quality:
Executive Cadre: Shortlisted candidates may be called for written test, group discussion, trade test, skill test and/or interview as HURL deems fit. HURL may revise eligibility standards, restrict shortlisting ratio or select based on academic performance and experience.
Fixed Term Contract (Medical): Selection follows a similar discretionary process based on qualification and post-qualification experience at a medical institute/industrial establishment.
Non-Executive Cadre: Selection through Trade Test, Skill Test, Written Test or any other suitable mode determined by HURL.
All appointments are subject to being found medically fit as per HURL’s Rules and Standards of Medical Fitness for the relevant post. Regular Executive and Non-Executive appointees serve a probation period of 1 year, extendable if performance ratings are not satisfactory.
How to Apply for HURL Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official HURL careers portal at hurl.net.in/careers and register as a new candidate.
- Prepare the following documents in advance in scanned format: passport-size photograph and signature (JPG/JPEG, max 1 MB each); all educational certificates and mark sheets (passing certificates for each degree/diploma); post-qualification experience certificates including offer/appointment letter, experience certificate from employer, last 3 months’ pay slips, and joining/relieving orders (max 500 KB each).
- Fill in accurate personal, qualification and experience details. For CGPA/OGPA-based grading, enter the percentage conversion as per your university’s official conversion norms and keep the documentary proof ready.
- Upload CTC details and salary slips as required. Missing CTC details will lead to summary rejection of the application.
- Apply separately for each post if interested in more than one post. Submit only one application per position.
- Review all details carefully before final submission. No modification is allowed after the application is submitted.
- Submit before 5:00 PM on 26 August 2026. HURL does not take responsibility for candidates unable to submit within the window.
Documents Required
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Passport-size photograph and signature | JPG/JPEG format, max 1 MB each |
| Educational certificates and mark sheets | For all qualifications from 10th onward |
| Equivalence certificate | For qualifications from foreign institutions |
| Specialisation letter from institution | If specialisation not mentioned on degree/mark sheet |
| Post-qualification experience certificates | Offer/appointment letter, experience certificate, last 3 months’ payslips, joining/relieving orders |
| CTC details and salary slips | Mandatory – failure to upload leads to rejection |
| NOC from current employer | For PSU/Government employees at interview stage; or notarised affidavit confirming no pending vigilance/disciplinary matter |
Important Instructions
- Application last date is 26 August 2026 at 5:00 PM. Apply without delay.
- Vacancies are against anticipated future attrition; offer letters are issued strictly against actual available vacancies, in merit order, from an approved panel valid for 6 months only.
- Distance learning, part-time and correspondence qualifications are not eligible for any post under this advertisement.
- Post-qualification work experience must be relevant and executive; apprenticeship, internship, articleship, teaching and freelance are not counted.
- CTC details and salary slips must be submitted at the time of applying – not later. Applications without these will be rejected without further communication.
- No modification is permitted once the application is submitted. Verify all details before clicking submit.
- Candidates previously selected by HURL in the last one year who declined or did not join should NOT reapply.
- Internal HURL employees must have completed at least 2 years in the next lower position as on 30 June 2026 and must take prior management permission before applying.
- Selected candidates may be posted to any HURL location and transferred to any department as per company requirement.
- Canvassing at any stage leads to immediate disqualification.
- FTC engagement (Medical posts) is for a fixed period of 3 years, extendable up to 2 more years, and confers no right to regular employment.
- Any dispute relating to this recruitment will be settled within the jurisdiction of Delhi only.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – HURL Recruitment E/04/2026 | Click Here |
| HURL Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions – HURL Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is HURL Recruitment 2026?
✅ Hindustan Urvarak and Rasayan Limited (HURL) – a joint venture of IOCL, NTPC, CIL, FCIL and HFCL – has released Advertisement No. E/04/2026 for 78 posts across Executive Cadre (33), Fixed Term Contract Medical (2) and Non-Executive Cadre (43) for its fertilizer complexes at Gorakhpur, Sindri and Barauni.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for HURL Recruitment 2026?
✅ 26 August 2026 at 5:00 PM is the final deadline. The portal opened on 05 August 2026 at 1:00 PM. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
Q3. What disciplines are covered in HURL Executive Cadre 2026?
✅ Process Engineering, O&U (Offsite and Utilities), Ammonia, Urea, Electrical, Mechanical, IT (SAP FICO/MM/SD modules), Human Resource and Marketing – all requiring full-time Engineering Degree or equivalent professional qualification with minimum 60% marks and relevant post-qualification experience.
Q4. Are the Medical posts permanent?
✅ No. The 2 Medical posts are on Fixed Term Contract (FTC) basis for 3 years, extendable at management’s discretion for up to 2 more years. FTC engagement does not confer any right to regular or permanent employment with HURL.
Q5. What is the qualification for Non-Executive Cadre posts at HURL?
✅ A 3-year full-time Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline (Chemical, Mechanical, Instrumentation or allied, depending on the post) with minimum 50% marks, or a 3-year B.Sc. in PCM for O&U/Ammonia/Urea posts, with minimum 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Q6. Is work experience from internship or apprenticeship counted for HURL posts?
✅ No. Apprenticeship, internship, articleship, teaching/lecturing and freelance work are NOT counted as post-qualification experience. Only relevant executive experience acquired after completing the qualifying degree/diploma is counted.
Q7. What is the salary for Engineer/Officer posts at HURL?
✅ Pay scale of Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 1,40,000 (E-1 grade) with approximate CTC of Rs. 14.60 LPA for Engineer/Officer posts. Senior Engineer/Senior Officer (E-1A) carries Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 with approximate CTC of Rs. 16.40 LPA.
Q8. Do I need to submit CTC details while applying?
✅ Yes. CTC details and salary slips are mandatory at the time of application. Applications without CTC details will be summarily rejected. PSU/Government candidates must meet specified pay scale benchmarks; private sector candidates must meet specified CTC benchmarks per the notification.
Q9. Are vacancies confirmed at the time of the advertisement?
✅ No. The 78 posts are against anticipated future attrition. Offer letters will be issued strictly against actual available vacancies in order of merit. An approved panel remains valid for only 6 months from the date of finalisation.
Q10. Can I modify my application after submission?
✅ No. No modification is permitted once the application is submitted. All details entered during the application process are final. Verify every field carefully before clicking the submit button.
Disclaimer: This article is based on Advertisement No. E/04/2026 dated 05 August 2026, released by Hindustan Urvarak and Rasayan Limited (HURL). The 78 posts are against anticipated future attrition and offer letters will be issued strictly against actual available vacancies. The Fixed Term Contract Medical posts (2) are for a fixed period of 3 years and do not confer any right to permanent employment. All qualifications must be full-time and regular; distance learning qualifications are not eligible. Post-qualification experience must be relevant and executive; apprenticeship, teaching and freelance experience are not counted. Application last date is 26 August 2026 at 5:00 PM at hurl.net.in/careers. HURL’s approved panel remains valid for 6 months only. Candidates must verify all current details from the official notification at hurl.net.in before applying. JobShouter.com is not associated with HURL in any manner.
