Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), India's only vertically integrated copper-producing company and a prestigious Schedule-A Miniratna Category-I Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Mines, has officially released the notification for Executive Recruitment 2026. This is a significant career opportunity for experienced professionals across engineering, finance, medical, and HR disciplines.
Headquartered in Kolkata, HCL operates major units at Khetri Copper Complex (Rajasthan), Indian Copper Complex (Jharkhand), Malanjkhand Copper Project (Madhya Pradesh), and Taloja Copper Project (Maharashtra). The company is inviting applications for 70 Executive posts across three gradesβDeputy Manager (E2), Manager (E3), and Senior Manager (E4)βin 15 disciplines.
The online application process begins on 5 June 2026 and closes on 25 June 2026. The selection is based purely on Personal Interview, making it a streamlined and transparent recruitment process. The pay scale ranges from βΉ50,000 β βΉ2,00,000 per month plus IDA, PRP, and allowances.
| Organization | Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) β Miniratna Category-I PSU |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Deputy Manager (E2) / Manager (E3) / Senior Manager (E4) |
| Total Vacancies | 70 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Advertisement No. | Estt./1/2033/2025-26 |
| Official Website | hindustancopper.com |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | 16 May 2026 |
| Online Apply Start Date | 5 June 2026 (11:00 AM onwards) |
| Online Apply Last Date | 25 June 2026 (Midnight) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 June 2026 |
| Personal Interview Date | To be notified later |
Candidates are advised to verify all dates from the official HCL website.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | βΉ 500/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | NIL (Exempted) |
| Internal Candidates | NIL (Exempted) |
Payment modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI.
The maximum age limit varies by grade:
| Grade | Post Name | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| E2 | Deputy Manager | 40 Years |
| E3 | Manager | 42 Years |
| E4 | Senior Manager | 47 Years |
| Medical & Health Services | All Grades | 48 Years |
Age Relaxation: SC/ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and PwBD candidates will receive age relaxation as per Government Rules.
Total 70 vacancies have been announced across 15 disciplines:
| S. No. | Discipline | E2 (Deputy Manager) | E3 (Manager) | E4 (Senior Manager) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mining | 7 | β | 5 | 12 |
| 2 | Electrical | 4 | 5 | β | 9 |
| 3 | Mechanical | 4 | 2 | 2 | 8 |
| 4 | Finance | 3 | 2 | 2 | 7 |
| 5 | Geology | 2 | 3 | β | 5 |
| 6 | HR | β | β | 4 | 4 |
| 7 | Safety & Fire Services | 4 | β | β | 4 |
| 8 | Materials & Contracts (M&C) | 3 | β | 1 | 4 |
| 9 | Environment Management | 3 | β | β | 3 |
| 10 | Concentrator (Mineral Processing) | 3 | β | β | 3 |
| 11 | Instrumentation | β | 3 | β | 3 |
| 12 | Civil | 3 | β | β | 3 |
| 13 | Medical & Health Services | β | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 14 | Systems (IT/CS) | 1 | β | β | 1 |
| 15 | Corporate Communication | 1 | β | β | 1 |
| Total | 38 | 16 | 16 | 70 |
| Discipline | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Mining | Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering. Preferred: First Class Mine Manager's Certificate (Unrestricted) under Metalliferous Mines Regulations |
| Geology | Post-Graduate Degree in Geology / Applied Geology |
| Environment Management | Bachelor's Degree in Environment Engineering/Technology OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology with PG Degree/Diploma in Environmental Engineering/Management/Science |
| Safety & Fire Services | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology with PG Degree/Diploma in Safety Engineering Management OR B.Tech in Safety/Fire Engineering |
| Concentrator (Mineral Processing) | B.Tech/B.E. in Mineral and Metallurgical Engineering or Mineral Engineering |
| Electrical | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology (Electrical) |
| Instrumentation | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology (Instrumentation / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics & Communication) |
| Mechanical | Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Mining Machinery |
| Civil | Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering |
| Systems (IT/CS) | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology (Information Technology / Computer Science) or MCA |
| Medical & Health Services | MBBS with PG Diploma OR MBBS with PG Degree/MS/MD/DNB |
| HR | Bachelor's Degree (Arts/Commerce/Science/Engineering/Professional Studies) with MBA (Personnel Management) OR PG Degree/Diploma in Personnel Management/Social Work |
| Finance | Passed Final Examination of ICAI (CA) or ICMAI (CMA) |
| Corporate Communication | Bachelor's Degree (Arts/Commerce/Science/Engineering/Professional Studies) with PG Degree/Diploma in Public Relations/Journalism |
| Materials & Contracts (M&C) | Bachelor's Degree (Arts/Science/Commerce/Engineering) with PG Degree/Diploma in Materials Management/Supply Chain Management OR MBA with specialization in Materials Management/Supply Chain Management |
| Grade | Experience Required |
|---|---|
| E2 (Deputy Manager) | 3 years post-qualification experience |
| E3 (Manager) | 6 years post-qualification experience |
| E4 (Senior Manager) | 9 years post-qualification experience |
The selection is simple and transparent, based entirely on Personal Interview with 100% weightage.
Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary under the 7th Pay Commission, including Basic Pay, Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA), Performance Related Pay (PRP), and other allowances.
| Grade | Post Name | Pay Scale (per month) | Monthly Gross (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| E2 | Deputy Manager | βΉ50,000 β βΉ1,60,000 | βΉ93,400 |
| E3 | Manager | βΉ60,000 β βΉ1,80,000 | βΉ1,12,080 |
| E4 | Senior Manager | βΉ70,000 β βΉ2,00,000 | βΉ1,30,760 |
CTC (Cost to Company): Up to βΉ68.74 lakhs per annum in the Mining cadre (E4 grade).
The application process is entirely online. Follow these steps to submit your application successfully:
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 25 June 2026 (Midnight). The application window opened on 5 June 2026.
Ans: Selection is based purely on Personal Interview with 100% weightage. There is no written examination. Candidates may be shortlisted based on qualifications and experience.
Ans: The pay scale varies by grade: E2 (Deputy Manager) β βΉ50,000β1,60,000, E3 (Manager) β βΉ60,000β1,80,000, E4 (Senior Manager) β βΉ70,000β2,00,000 per month. Monthly gross ranges from βΉ93,400 to βΉ1,30,760 plus IDA, PRP, and allowances.
Ans: General, OBC, and EWS candidates are required to pay an application fee of βΉ500/-. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying any fee.
Ans: The maximum age limit for E2 (Deputy Manager) posts is 40 years as of 01 May 2026. For E3 (Manager), it is 42 years, and for E4 (Senior Manager), it is 47 years. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per government rules.
Ans: Yes. Selected candidates must serve for a minimum period of 3 years with a bond amount of βΉ3 Lakhs.
Ans: For E3 (Manager) posts, candidates must have 6 years of post-qualification experience.
Ans: Yes. This is an All India recruitment drive. Selected candidates may be posted at any HCL unit across India, including Khetri (Rajasthan), Malanjkhand (Madhya Pradesh), Indian Copper Complex (Jharkhand), Taloja (Maharashtra), or Kolkata HQ.