| Board | HCL Vacancy 2026 - 10 General Manager & Deputy General Manager PostsHCL General Manager & Deputy General Manager Vacancy 2026 |
| State | West Bengal |
| Qualification | 01/09/2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 08 Oct 2026 |
Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) has released a recruitment notification for the posts of General Manager (E8) and Deputy General Manager (E7). This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 10 vacancies across various disciplines. The application process is offline, and interested candidates must submit their applications by post or courier before the deadline.
| Organisation | Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) |
|---|---|
| Post Names | General Manager (E8), Deputy General Manager (E7) |
| Total Vacancies | 10 |
| Application Mode | Offline (by Registered Post/Speed Post/Courier) |
| Job Location | Kolkata, West Bengal (Corporate Office); posting anywhere in India/abroad |
| Official Website | hindustancopper.com |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 09 September 2026 |
| Date of Reckoning (for age, qualification, experience) | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 08 October 2026 |
Candidates must ensure their applications reach the HCL office by the last date.
A total of 10 vacancies are available for General Manager and Deputy General Manager positions. These vacancies are distributed across different grades and disciplines. One post is reserved for the VH category under Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
| Post Name | Grade | Discipline | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Manager | E8 | Mining | Not specified |
| General Manager | E8 | HR | Not specified |
| Deputy General Manager | E7 | Mining | Not specified |
| Deputy General Manager | E7 | Finance | Not specified |
| Deputy General Manager | E7 | HR | Not specified |
| Deputy General Manager | E7 | Materials & Contracts (M&C) | Not specified |
| Total | 4 General Manager (E8) posts and 6 Deputy General Manager (E7) posts |
The Mining discipline is not identified as suitable for PwBD candidates. PwBD categories are identified only for Human Resource, Finance, and Materials & Contracts disciplines, as detailed in the official notification.
To be eligible for these HCL posts, candidates must meet the prescribed discipline-specific educational qualifications, age limits, and post-qualification experience requirements.
Educational Qualification| Discipline | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Mining | Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering with First Class Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency (Unrestricted) under the Metalliferous Mines Regulations. Post-qualification experience is counted from the date of the Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering. |
| HR | Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Commerce/Science/Engineering/Professional Studies (BBA/BCA etc.) with an MBA specialising in Personnel Management, or a Post-Graduate Degree/Diploma in Personnel Management/Social Work acceptable under Labour Legislation for a Welfare Officer. Preference for LLB holders. |
| Finance | Passed the Final Examination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) or the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI). |
| Materials & Contracts | Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Engineering with a Post-Graduate Degree/Diploma in Materials Management/Supply Chain Management/Logistics & Supply Chain Management, OR a Bachelor's Degree with an MBA specialising in the same fields. Equivalent qualifications are considered. |
If the qualification certificate does not mention the specialisation or the nomenclature differs, applicants must submit a Certificate of Specialisation or Certificate of Equivalence from their institute. A "Diploma" for eligibility must be a Post-Graduate level course; if not explicitly stated, a Certificate of Equivalence is mandatory.
Age Limit and Post-Qualification ExperienceThe age limit and required post-qualification experience vary by post:
| Post | Grade & Pay Scale (IDA) | Maximum Age Limit | Post-Qualification Experience Required | Next Below Grade (IDA) / Level (CDA) | Monthly Gross Salary Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Manager | E8, ₹1,20,000-2,80,000 | 60 years | 20 years | E7 ₹1,00,000-2,60,000 (IDA) / L-13 ₹1,23,100-2,15,900 (CDA) | ₹1,90,000 (approx.) |
| Deputy General Manager | E7, ₹1,00,000-2,60,000 | 57 years | 17 years | E6 ₹90,000-2,40,000 (IDA) / L-12 ₹78,800-2,09,200 (CDA) | ₹1,71,000 (approx.) |
Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 5 years for Ex-Servicemen, and as per Government of India guidelines for PwD candidates (for external applicants, leaving a minimum residual service of 3 years before superannuation).
Internal HCL Employees: No maximum age limit, but must have completed at least one year of service in the next-below scale of pay and meet the prescribed post-qualification experience.
Experience Details: Experience is counted from the date of obtaining the essential qualification, must be in the relevant field (Mining/Metal/Manufacturing industry, or another industry with supporting documents), and does not include teaching, research fellowship, internship, apprenticeship, consultancy, or academic project experience.
In addition to the essential post-qualification experience, HCL also specifies preferred experience for certain disciplines:
Not specified in the official notification.
Selected candidates will receive a salary as per the pay scales mentioned in the eligibility criteria:
The approximate monthly gross salary requirement is ₹1,90,000 for GM and ₹1,71,000 for DGM.
The selection process for HCL General Manager and Deputy General Manager Recruitment 2026 will primarily involve a Personal Interview. If the number of applications received exceeds the interview zone, candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications and experience.
The application process for HCL GM & DGM Recruitment 2026 is offline. Candidates need to follow these steps:
Ensure that the application reaches the HCL office on or before the last date, 08 October 2026.
Candidates are advised to check the official notification for a complete list of required documents. Generally, these may include:
| Link Type | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |