CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) |
| Notification No. | HRD:03:26, dated 22.09.2026 |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice (multiple trades) |
| Engagement Type | Apprenticeship under Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Registration Under | NAPS / NATS (as applicable to each trade) |
| Application Mode | Online, through the respective NAPS/NATS portal |
| Who Can Apply | Candidates meeting trade-wise qualification, registered on NAPS/NATS with 100% profile completion |
| Last Date to Apply | 12.10.2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 26 years as on 01.10.2026 |
CPCL Apprentice Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 22.09.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 12.10.2026 |
The notification does not specify a separate application start date; candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply as soon as the notification is released.
CPCL Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – Post Details
The number of vacancies for each trade is not specified in the official notification. The table below lists all the trades/posts covered under this CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
| S. No. | Post Name | Registration Under |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trade Apprentice (ITI Passed) | NAPS |
| 2 | Designated Trade: Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) | NAPS |
| 2 (Optional) | Guest House Service Asst. (Food & Beverages / Housekeeping) | NAPS |
| 3 | Graduate Apprentice: Non-Engineering Degree | NATS |
| 4 | Graduate Apprentice: Secretarial Office Assistant – Oil & Gas | NAPS |
| 5 | Optional Trade: Executive (Human Resource) – Oil & Gas | NAPS |
| 6 | Graduate Apprentice (Degree in Engineering) | NATS |
| 7 | Technician Apprentice (Diploma in Engineering) | NATS |
| 8 | Trade Apprentice: Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | NAPS |
| 8 (Skilled) | Trade Apprentice: Data Entry Operator (Skilled Certificate Holders) | NAPS |
CPCL Apprentice Eligibility Criteria & Qualification
| Post Name | Prescribed Qualification | Stipend/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (ITI Passed) | Matric with regular full-time 2-year ITI in Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Machinist, Mechanic Refrigeration & AC, Instrument Mechanic, Draughtsman (Civil), Draughtsman (Mechanical), Computer Operator and Programming Assistant, recognized by NCVT/SCVT | Rs. 11,040 |
| Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) | B.Sc. Chemistry with Physics, Mathematics or Biology | Rs. 12,300 |
| Guest House Service Asst. | 10th Pass | Rs. 8,200 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Non-Eng.) | BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BCA / BBA | Rs. 12,300 |
| Secretarial Office Assistant – Oil & Gas | Graduate in any discipline (Non-Engineering) | Rs. 12,300 |
| Executive (HR) – Oil & Gas | MBA (HR) / MSW / PG Diploma in Personnel Management or Personnel Management & Industrial Relations (2-year full-time) | Rs. 12,300 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Engineering) | BE/B.Tech in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronic & Communication/Instrumentation, Civil, Computer Science, IT, Fire & Safety, or Environment Protection & Safety | Rs. 12,300 |
| Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, or Electronic & Communication/Instrumentation | Rs. 10,900 |
| Data Entry Operator (Fresher) | Class 12 passed but below graduate | Rs. 4,800 to 9,600 |
| Data Entry Operator (Skilled Certificate Holders) | Class 12 passed (below graduate) + Skill Certificate in Domestic Data Entry Operator (course under 1 year, from a recognized awarding body) | Rs. 9,600 |
Additional Eligibility Conditions
- Candidates must hold the prescribed qualification from a recognized institution; no equivalent qualification will be considered.
- Candidates must be registered on the applicable Apprenticeship portal (NAPS or NATS) with 100% profile completion.
- Only candidates who passed their final exams in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible.
- A First Class with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates) in the qualifying examination is required.
- Candidates awaiting results, or who have already undergone a job/apprenticeship elsewhere for one year or more, are not eligible.
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CPCL Apprentice Age Limit
Candidates must be a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 26 years of age as on 01.10.2026. Age relaxation will be given as per Presidential Directives on Reservation.
Candidates should ensure that they meet the prescribed age limit as on the specified cut-off date. You can use our Age Calculator to check your exact age and confirm your eligibility before applying.
CPCL Apprentice Salary / Stipend
Stipend varies by trade, ranging from Rs. 4,800 to Rs. 12,300 per month (see the Eligibility table above for trade-wise stipend). For apprentices engaged under NATS, 50% of the total stipend is paid through Direct Beneficiary Transfer (DBT) by the Government.
CPCL Apprentice Selection Process
Shortlisting of candidates will be done based on a merit list prepared using the percentage of marks obtained in the essential qualification applicable to the respective trade. No separate interview or written test is mentioned in the notification.
Documents & Registration Required
- Registration on the applicable Apprenticeship portal - NAPS (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) for Sl. No. 1, 2, 4, 5 & 8, or NATS (nats.education.gov.in) for Sl. No. 3, 6 & 7.
- For NATS candidates, an Aadhaar-seeded, DBT-enabled bank account is required for stipend disbursal; bank seeding status can be checked via the myAadhaar portal.
- Complete profile with all required documents uploaded on the portal.
How to Apply for CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register on the applicable portal - NAPS or NATS, based on the trade.
- Log in to the respective portal using your User ID/Email ID.
- Search and apply for apprenticeship openings with "Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited" as the Establishment Name.
- Complete and update your profile by uploading all required documents.
- Submit the application online through the portal before the last date. No other mode of application will be accepted.
For any difficulty applying through the NAPS/NATS portal, candidates may contact the HR Department, CPCL, at [email protected].
CPCL Apprentice Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
- Join Arattai Channel: Click Here
- Join Telegram Channel: Click Here
- Join WhatsApp Channel: Click Here
- Sarkari Result: Click Here
- Download Mobile App: Click Here
Candidates with a B.Sc./ITI/Diploma or graduate qualification can also explore more Apprentice Jobs 2026 and ITI Jobs across India. Those looking for opportunities closer to CPCL's location can check the latest Tamil Nadu Government Jobs and Chennai Government Jobs. Graduate candidates can also browse more Graduate Government Jobs and PSU Apprentice Recruitment notifications matching their qualification.
