HCL Subject Expert Recruitment 2026: Prestigious PSU Retainership Opportunity
This article provides official government job recruitment details including vacancies, eligibility, application process, important dates, and selection process.
HCL Subject Expert Job 2026 | No Application Fee | Interview-Based Selection | Honorarium up to 6250/- per visit | Last Date: 13/1/2026
By Sarkari Naukri Front | Post Published on 4 January 2026 | Last Updated on 4 January 2026
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Short Description: HCL Subject Expert Recruitment 2026
Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), a Schedule-A, Miniratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Government of India, has released an official notification dated 03 January 2026 for the engagement of Subject Experts on a Retainership Basis.
This recruitment is aimed at highly experienced and retired professionals from Central/State Government departments, PSUs, and autonomous bodies, possessing deep domain expertise in Mining, Environment, Geology, Official Language (Hindi), and Medical & Health Services.
The engagement will be on a part-time retainership contract, initially for up to 12 months, with an attractive per-visit honorarium, travel entitlement, DA, and hotel accommodation as per HCL norms. Selection will be through a personal interview only.
The Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), A Central Public Sector Enterprise, Government of India has invited applications for engagement of Subject Experts. Detailed eligibility, terms of reference, and application instructions are available in the NIA Official Notification (PDF) .
Important Dates and Application Fee: HCL Subject Expert Recruitment 2026
Application Begins
03 January 2026
Last Date to Apply
13 January 2026
Admit Card
Not Applicable
Examination Date
No written examination (Interview-based)
Application Fee
No application fee mentioned
| Category | Fee |
| General / EWS / OBC | Nil |
| SC / ST / PH / Women | Nil |
Mode of Payment
Not Applicable
Posts, Vacancy, Age Limit, Pay Scale, and Qualification Details
| Post Name / Pay Scale (Honorarium) | Total Vacancy | Educational Qualification |
| Senior Subject Expert – Mining ₹6,250 per visit | 01 | B.Tech (Mining Engineering) + First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate (DGMS) |
| Senior Subject Expert – Environment ₹6,250 per visit | 01 | Degree in Engineering/Environmental Engineering/Environmental Science (PG preferred) |
| Subject Expert – Mining ₹5,500 per visit | 01 | B.Tech (Mining Engineering) + DGMS Certificate |
| Associate Subject Expert – Geology ₹4,750 per visit | 01 | Post-Graduate Degree in Geology (PhD desirable) |
| Assistant Subject Expert – Official Language (Hindi) ₹3,500 per visit | 01 | Master’s Degree in Hindi/English (as per notification) |
| Medical Professional – MBBS ₹3,500 per visit | 01 | MBBS with Medical Council Registration |
| Medical Professional – MD (Medicine) ₹4,750 per visit | 01 | MBBS + MD (Medicine) |
| (Total) | 07 | — |
Note
- Engagement is purely on retainership basis
- No employer–employee relationship with HCL
- Vacancies are subject to change
- Engagement may be terminated if performance is unsatisfactory
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 70 years
- Age relaxation may be considered for deserving candidates with the approval of the Competent Authority
Age Relaxation
As per HCL norms (where applicable)
Cut-Off Date for Age Calculation
03 January 2026
How to Apply: HCL Subject Expert Recruitment 2026
Eligible applicants must follow ALL three steps mentioned below:
- Fill the prescribed application format (Annexure-A)
- Upload a single PDF (application + supporting documents) through Google Form
- Send the same PDF by email
Application Submission Links
- Google Form: https://forms.gle/oan5dnpktvi9GnsZ7
- Email: [email protected]
📌 Applications must be submitted through both Google Form and email.
Documents Required: HCL Subject Expert Recruitment 2026
- Duly filled Application Form (Annexure-A)
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Experience / Superannuation Certificates
- Professional / Statutory Certificates (DGMS / Medical Council, etc.)
- Proof of Identity
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Any other document claimed in the application form of the HCL Subject Expert Recruitment 2026.
All documents must be combined into a single PDF.
Selection Process: HCL Subject Expert Recruitment 2026
- Shortlisting based on eligibility
- Personal Interview
- Final selection at the discretion of HCL Management
No written test will be conducted.
Important Instructions
- Engagement is part-time and location-specific
- No entitlement to EPF, gratuity, HRA, or medical reimbursement
- Income Tax will be deducted at source as applicable
- Strict confidentiality of official documents must be maintained
- Engagement can be terminated without assigning reasons
- Applicants must ensure the accuracy of information; false details may lead to rejection
FAQs
Q1. Is this a permanent job at Hindustan Copper Limited?
No. This is a retainer-based contractual engagement, not a regular appointment.
Q2. Is there any written examination for this recruitment?
No. Selection will be through a personal interview only.
Q3. Can retired PSU or Government officers apply?
Yes. The recruitment is specifically intended for retired senior professionals from PSUs, Central/State Government, and autonomous bodies.