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CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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⚡ Key Highlights at a Glance
RECRUITMENT BOARD
CPCL
POST / ROLE
Apprentice
TOTAL VACANCIES
Not Mentioned
SALARY / PAY SCALE
Not Mentioned in Official Notification
JOB LOCATION
All Tamil Nadu
DEADLINE (LAST DATE)
12 October 2026
AGE LIMIT
18 to 26 years as on 01.10.2026
APPLICATION FEE
Not Mentioned in Official Notification
📌 Recruitment Overview & Important Dates
| Recruitment Board | CPCL |
|---|---|
| Post / Designation | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | Not Mentioned |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Not Mentioned in Official Notification |
| Job Location | All Tamil Nadu |
| Application Start Date | 22 Sep 2026 |
| Application Deadline (Last Date) | 12 October 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 26 years as on 01.10.2026 |
| Application Fee | Not Mentioned in Official Notification |
| Selection Process | Not Mentioned in Official Notification |
📋 Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy Breakdown
CPCL Vacancy 2026 - Apprentice PostsCPCL Apprentice Vacancy 2026 has officially released recruitment notification for Apprentice. Eligible candidates can apply online or offline before 12-10-2026.
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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 |
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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 |
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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 LimitCandidates 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 ProcessShortlisting 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.
- 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 ↗
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.
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FAQ Q1. What is CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
It is a notification by Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited inviting applications for Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentices for engagement during 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
FAQ Q2. How many vacancies are available?
The number of vacancies is not specified in the official notification.
FAQ Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application through the NATS/NAPS portal is 12 October 2026.
FAQ Q4. What is the qualification required?
Qualification varies by trade, ranging from 10th Pass to B.E./B.Tech and MBA (HR), as detailed in the Eligibility table above.
FAQ Q5. What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 18 and 26 years of age as on 01.10.2026, with relaxation as per Presidential Directives on Reservation.
FAQ Q6. How can I apply online?
Candidates must register and apply through the applicable NAPS or NATS portal, listing "Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited" as the Establishment Name.
FAQ Q7. What is the selection process?
Selection is based on a merit list prepared from the percentage of marks obtained in the essential qualification for the respective trade.
FAQ Q8. What is the stipend/salary?
Stipend ranges from Rs. 4,800 to Rs. 12,300 per month depending on the trade.