HPCL HR Officer Syllabus 2026 PDF

Let's now explore the topic-wise syllabus for both the General Aptitude and HR sections. (Detailed Syllabus Given Below)

General Aptitude Syllabus

This section tests your basic aptitude and logical thinking.

A. English Language

Vocabulary, analogies, spelling mistakes, synonyms and antonyms, one word substitution, rearrangement of words in sentence, idioms and phrases, English proficiency, jumbled paragraph, preposition, odd word out, fill in the blanks, paragraph formation, paragraph completion, sentence formation, sentence reconstruction, sentence improvement, sentence completion, reading comprehension, error spotting, word meaning match, sentence correction.

B. Quantitative Aptitude

Percentages, Venn Diagram, HCF & LCM, Number System, Arithmetic Progression, BODMAS, Binomial Expansion, Simple Interest, Ratios, Median, Compound Interest, Vectors, Coordinate Geometry, Arithmetic Mean, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Harmonic Mean, Set Theory, Permutation & Combination, Mode, Instalments/payments, Linear Equations, Algebra, Probability, Geometry, Work & Time, Time, Speed, Distance, Ratios & Proportions, Probability, Clocks, Geometric Progression, Logarithm, Inequations Quadratic, Averages, Profit & Loss, Calendar, Geometric Mean

C. Reasoning Aptitude

Verbal logic, syllogisms, visual & critical reasoning, series, decision making, data structures, coding-decoding, alphabetical series, statement & conclusion, problem solving, partnership, blood relations, linear & matrix arrangements, circular arrangements, puzzles, input & output, family tree problem, situational judgement, bar graph, pie chart, tables, caselets.

Technical/Professional Knowledge – Human Resource

This section is highly specialized and tests your domain knowledge in HR. Here's a breakdown of the major topics:

A. Human Resource Management (HRM)

Nature, Scope, and Functions of HRM

Evolution and Development of HRM

HRM vs. Personnel Management

Strategic HRM

HR Planning and Forecasting

B. Recruitment & Selection

Job Analysis and Job Design

Sources and Methods of Recruitment

Selection Process

Induction & Onboarding

C. Training and Development

Types of Training

Training Needs Assessment

Training Methods (On-the-Job, Off-the-Job)

Evaluation of Training Programs

Management Development Programs (MDPs)

D. Performance Management

Performance Appraisal Methods

360-Degree Feedback

KPAs and KRAs

Potential Appraisal

Performance Counseling

E. Compensation Management

Wage and Salary Administration

Incentives and Fringe Benefits

Job Evaluation

Compensation Structure

Executive Compensation

F. Industrial Relations

Trade Unions

Collective Bargaining

Grievance Handling

Labor Laws & Labor Welfare

Industrial Disputes Act, 1947

Factories Act, 1948

Shops and Establishment Act

G. Labor Laws (Essential Acts)

Minimum Wages Act, 1948

Payment of Wages Act, 1936

Employees’ Provident Fund & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952

Payment of Bonus Act, 1965

Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972

Equal Remuneration Act, 1976

Maternity Benefit Act, 1961

Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948

H. Organizational Behaviour (OB)

Motivation Theories (Maslow, Herzberg, McGregor)

Leadership Styles

Group Dynamics

Organizational Culture

Conflict Management

Change Management

I. Strategic HRM

Strategic HR Planning

Talent Management

Employer Branding

HR Metrics & Analytics

Workforce Diversity and Inclusion

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