New Delhi: The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has commenced the recruitment process for several key director-level positions in major Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs). On July 8, 2025, PESB issued official notifications inviting eligible and experienced candidates to apply for the posts of Director (Technical & Operations) at HLL Lifecare Limited, Director (Technical) at Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDIL), and Director (Human Resources) at Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL).
Director (Technical & Operations) at HLL Lifecare Limited
The Director (Technical & Operations) position at HLL Lifecare Limited has been vacant since April 9, 2025, following the elevation of Dr. Anitha Thampi to the role of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD). Dr. Thampi continues to hold the Technical & Operations portfolio as an additional responsibility. The post is crucial for steering the technical and operational functions of HLL, a leading government-owned healthcare company.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications by August 4, 2025. Dr. Thampi, who has been serving as Director (Technical & Operations) since January 4, 2023, was appointed CMD on April 1, 2025.
Director (Technical) at Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDIL)
PESB has also opened applications for the post of Director (Technical) at CMPDIL. The current incumbent, Shankar Nagachari, is set to retire on February 28, 2026, making the position available from March 1, 2026. Nagachari has been serving in this capacity since September 2022.
This vacancy comes amid other Director (Technical) positions at CMPDIL currently being unfilled. PESB recently interviewed candidates and recommended two individuals, Rajeev Kumar Sinha and Nripendra Nath, to the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) for appointment consideration. These selections reflect ongoing efforts to strengthen CMPDIL’s technical leadership in mine planning and design.
Applications for this post are also open until August 4, 2025.
Director (Human Resources) at Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)
The post of Director (Human Resources) at BPCL will fall vacant on April 1, 2026, upon the retirement of the incumbent Raj Kumar Dubey, who assumed charge on May 1, 2023. PESB has invited applications for this important leadership role responsible for overseeing the human resource strategies of one of India’s largest oil refining and marketing companies.
Applications for this position must also be submitted by August 4, 2025.
Application and Selection Process
Eligible candidates interested in applying for these director-level roles must ensure they meet the specified qualifications and experience criteria mentioned in the PESB notifications. All applications are to be submitted within the deadline of August 4, 2025.
These appointments are critical for the continued progress and management excellence in the respective CPSEs, which play vital roles in healthcare, mining, and petroleum sectors in India.
About HLL Lifecare Limited
HLL Lifecare Limited is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Headquartered in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, HLL specializes in healthcare product manufacturing, services, and infrastructure development. Its portfolio includes contraceptives, pharmaceuticals, hospital project consultancy, diagnostic services, and medical equipment. As a trusted name in the healthcare sector, HLL plays a critical role in supporting India’s public health initiatives.
About CMPDIL
CMPDIL is a fully owned subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL) and operates under the Ministry of Coal. Headquartered in Ranchi, Jharkhand, it serves as a premier consultancy and engineering organization specializing in mineral exploration, mine planning, infrastructure design, and environmental management. CMPDIL plays a vital role in scientific mine development and the sustainable growth of India’s coal sector.
About BPCL
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited is a Maharatna CPSE under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas. Headquartered in Mumbai, BPCL is one of India’s largest oil refining and marketing companies. It operates major refineries in Mumbai and Kochi and has a vast distribution network across the country. BPCL plays a crucial role in ensuring energy security and delivering petroleum products to industries and consumers across India.
