Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) has announced the much-awaited HCL Executive Recruitment 2026 for qualified professionals. This is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in CPSE as Deputy Manager (E2), Manager (E3), and Senior Manager (E4). With a total of 70 vacancies across multiple disciplines, the online application portal will open on 05 June 2026. The last date to apply online for these PSU executive vacancies is 25 June 2026. Candidates with relevant engineering, medical, finance, or HR qualifications should check the detailed eligibility criteria and apply before the deadline.
Hindustan Copper Limited Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), a Schedule-A Miniratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE), has released Advertisement No. Estt./1/2033/2025-26 dated 16/05/2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill executive positions in its Kolkata headquarters and various project locations.
Company Name
Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), Kolkata
Post Name
Deputy Manager (E2), Manager (E3), Senior Manager (E4)
Number of Posts
Total 70 vacancies (including 05 PwBD posts)
Vacancy Details
Vacancies are distributed across E2, E3, and E4 grades in 15 disciplines. Category-wise breakdown includes UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and backlog posts.
- Mining: 12 posts (E2:7, E4:5)
- Geology: 5 posts (E2:2, E3:3)
- Electrical: 9 posts (E2:4, E3:5)
- Mechanical: 8 posts (E2:4, E3:2, E4:2)
- Finance: 7 posts (E2:4, E3:1, E4:2)
- Materials & Contracts: 4 posts (E2:2, E4:2)
- Safety & Fire Services: 4 posts (E2 only)
- Environment Management: 3 posts (E2 only)
- Concentrator (Mineral Processing): 3 posts (E2 only)
- Civil: 3 posts (E2 only)
- Instrumentation: 3 posts (E3 only)
- Medical & Health Services: 3 posts (E3:2, E4:1)
- HR: 4 posts (E4 only)
- Systems: 1 post (E2 only)
- Corporate Communication: 1 post (E2 only)
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) Sub-Category Vacancy: Total 05 posts (VH:01, HH:01, OH:01, MD:02).
Educational Qualification
- Mining: Bachelor's in Mining Engineering. For E4: First Class Mine Manager's Certificate (Unrestricted).
- Geology: Post-Graduate in Geology / Applied Geology.
- Environment Management: Bachelor's in Environment Engineering OR B.E./B.Tech with PG in Environment Management/Science.
- Safety & Fire Services: B.E./B.Tech with PG in Safety Engineering OR B.Tech in Safety/Fire Engineering.
- Electrical / Mechanical / Civil / Instrumentation: Bachelor's degree in respective Engineering discipline.
- Medical & Health Services: MBBS with PG Diploma or PG Degree/MS/MD/DNB.
- HR: Bachelor's degree + MBA (Personnel Management) or PG Diploma in Personnel Management/Social Work.
- Finance: Passed Final Exam of ICAI (CA) or ICMAI (CMA).
- Systems: B.E./B.Tech (IT/CS) or MCA.
- Materials & Contracts: Bachelor's degree + PG in Materials Management / Supply Chain Management / Logistics OR MBA with relevant specialization.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive attractive IDA pay scales as per HCL norms:
- Deputy Manager (E2): Rs. 50,000 – 1,60,000 per month
- Manager (E3): Rs. 60,000 – 1,80,000 per month
- Senior Manager (E4): Rs. 70,000 – 2,00,000 per month
Approximate CTC ranges from Rs. 16.85 Lakhs to Rs. 68.74 Lakhs per annum depending on grade and mining/non-mining location.
Age Limit
Age reckoning date: 01 May 2026. Minimum 18 years. Upper age limits vary by post and category. Relaxation applies as per government rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD – General / EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC (NCL) | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC / ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
Selection Process
The selection process for HCL Executive Recruitment 2026 is based 100% on Personal Interview (PI). Shortlisting for interview will be done if applications exceed the zone of consideration. Shortlisting criteria include additional marks for relevant experience beyond minimum requirement (1 mark per completed year) and extra higher qualifications (max 2 marks). The interview will be conducted at a ratio of up to 10 candidates per single vacancy or 5 candidates per vacancy for multiple vacancies.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates: Rs. 500 + applicable bank charges
- SC / ST / PwBD / Internal (HCL) Candidates: Exempted (No fee)
Payment must be made online through the HCL website payment gateway. Fee is non-refundable.
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: 16 May 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 05 June 2026 (11:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply Online: 25 June 2026 (Till Midnight)
- Date of Reckoning (Age/Experience/Qualification): 01 May 2026
- Personal Interview Date: To be notified on HCL website
How to Apply
Eligible and interested candidates must apply online through the official HCL career portal. Follow the steps below to submit your application before the deadline.
- Visit the official HCL website: https://www.hindustancopper.com
- Go to the "Career" section and click on "Current Openings".
- Find the link for HCL Executive Recruitment 2026 and click "Apply Online".
- Register yourself with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form with personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) using net banking, credit/debit card, or NEFT.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for future reference.
Documents to be kept ready: Date of Birth proof, 12th mark sheet, degree certificates, experience certificates, NOC (if applicable), caste/category certificates, photo ID proof, CGPA conversion certificate, salary slips, and Form-16.
Important: Only Indian Nationals aged 18+ are eligible. Experience acquired during training, internship, or teaching will not be counted. Selected candidates must execute a service agreement bond of Rs. 3 Lakhs for a minimum 3-year service. Keep your registered email and mobile active until the recruitment process is complete.
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