# Indian energy and chemical sector recruitment

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indian-energy-and-chemical-sector-recruitment
> Updated: 2026-08-25T09:41:49.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 4.

Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL) and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) have initiated recruitment processes for various technical and officer roles in India.

HOCL announced 22 vacancies at its Ambalamugal plant in Kerala for positions including Instrument Engineer, Scientific Officer, and Fire & Safety Officer, with an application deadline of 17 August 2026. These appointments are initially on a two-year fixed-tenure contract, with potential extensions.

IOCL expanded its recruitment to include 470 executive roles across various grades, such as Grade A, Grade A0, and Grade E0. These vacancies cover specializations in engineering (including Civil, Chemical, Electrical, Electronics and Communication, Mechanical, Instrumentation, and Computer Science/IT), marketing, and law. The selection process involves a Computer Based Test (CBT), group discussions, group tasks, and interviews. The application deadline for these positions is 3 September 2026.

Additionally, IOCL is seeking experienced professionals for managerial roles within its Poly Butadiene Rubber (PBR) Plant and PBR Business Marketing Group. These positions, including Production Manager and Senior Manager (PBR-Marketing), have a tentative application window from 2 September to 16 September 2026.

Ramagundam Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited (RFCL) has also announced recruitment for 40 experienced professional positions, including roles such as Engineer, Assistant Manager, and Chief Medical Officer. These vacancies are located at the Ramagundam Unit in Telangana and the Corporate Office in Noida, with applications open from 26 August to 24 September 2026.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-25: RFCL and IOCL announce recruitment for experienced professionals

RFCL and IOCL have announced recruitment drives for various experienced professional and managerial roles in India, with application windows opening in late August and September 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rfcl-and-iocl-announce-recruitment-for-experienced-professionals

### 2026-08-19: Indian Oil Corporation Limited announces 470 executive vacancies

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) is recruiting 470 executives for various technical and non-technical roles across India, with applications open until September 3, 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-oil-corporation-limited-announces-470-executive-vacancies

### 2026-08-15: Indian Oil Corporation Limited announces recruitment for 470 executive roles

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) is recruiting 470 executives for various engineering, marketing, and law roles. Applications are open online until September 3, 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-oil-corporation-limited-announces-recruitment-for-470-executive-roles

### 2026-08-11: HOCL and IOCL announce recruitment for various technical and officer roles

Indian government enterprises HOCL and IOCL have announced various recruitment drives for engineering, scientific, and administrative roles in 2026.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hocl-and-iocl-announce-recruitment-for-various-technical-and-officer-roles

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