Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) has released a notification for the engagement of Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentices for the year 2026-27. Eligible candidates can register and apply through the NAPS or NATS apprenticeship portals based on their qualification. The notification is dated 22nd September 2026.
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| CPCL Recruitment 2026 Notification | |
| Job Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu | |
| Organization Name | Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice and other Apprentice Posts |
| No. of Vacancies | Not mentioned in the notification |
| Qualification | 10th, 12th, ITI, Diplomo, Any Degree |
| Mode | Online |
Post Details
CPCL is inviting applications for different Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentice training opportunities. The available trades and categories include:
- Trade Apprentice – ITI Passed
- Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant)
- Guest House Service Assistant (Food & Beverages for Canteen & Housekeeping)
- Graduate Apprentice – Non-Engineering
- Graduate Apprentice – Secretarial Office Assistant – Oil & Gas
- Executive (Human Resource) – Oil & Gas
- Graduate Apprentice – Degree in Engineering
- Technician Apprentice – Diploma in Engineering
- Data Entry Operator – Fresher Apprentice
- Data Entry Operator – Skilled Certificate Holders
Qualification
Applicants must have the required qualification for the apprenticeship trade they are applying for. The qualifications mentioned in the notification include:
- Trade Apprentice: Matriculation with a regular full-time 2-year ITI course recognized by NCVT/SCVT in trades such as Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Machinist, Mechanic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Instrument Mechanic, Draughtsman (Civil), Draughtsman (Mechanical), and Computer Operator and Programming Assistant.
- Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant): B.Sc. Chemistry with Physics, Mathematics or Biology.
- Guest House Service Assistant: 10th Pass.
- Graduate Apprentice – Non-Engineering: BA, B.Com, B.Sc, BCA or BBA Degree.
- Secretarial Office Assistant – Oil & Gas: Graduate in any discipline other than Engineering.
- Executive – Human Resource: MBA (HR), MSW, Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management, or Personnel Management & Industrial Relation with a 2-year full-time course.
- Graduate Apprentice – Engineering: B.E/B.Tech in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronic & Communication, Instrumentation, Civil, Computer Science, Information Technology, Fire & Safety and Environment Protection & Safety disciplines.
- Technician Apprentice: Diploma in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronic & Communication or Instrumentation discipline.
- Data Entry Operator – Fresher Apprentice: Class 12th passed but below Graduate.
- Data Entry Operator – Skilled Certificate Holders: Class 12th passed but below Graduate along with a Skill Certificate in Domestic Data Entry Operator for training of less than one year from a recognized awarding body.
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Salary Details
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend based on the apprenticeship trade.
- Trade Apprentice – Rs. 11,040/- per month
- Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) – Rs. 12,300/- per month
- Guest House Service Assistant – Rs. 8,200/- per month
- Graduate Apprentice – Non-Engineering – Rs. 12,300/- per month
- Secretarial Office Assistant – Oil & Gas – Rs. 12,300/- per month
- Executive (Human Resource) – Oil & Gas – Rs. 12,300/- per month
- Graduate Apprentice – Engineering – Rs. 12,300/- per month
- Technician Apprentice – Rs. 10,900/- per month
- Data Entry Operator – Fresher Apprentice – Rs. 4,800/- to Rs. 9,600/- per month
- Data Entry Operator – Skilled Certificate Holders – Rs. 9,600/- per month
For apprentices engaged under NATS, 50% of the total stipend will be paid through Direct Beneficiary Transfer (DBT) by the Government.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 26 years
- The age will be calculated as on 1st October 2026.
- Age relaxation will be provided as per the applicable Presidential Directives on Reservation.
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee for the CPCL Apprentice engagement. Candidates should follow the instructions given on the respective NAPS or NATS portal while applying.
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Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on merit.
- A merit list will be prepared based on the percentage of marks obtained in the essential qualification applicable to the respective trade.
- Candidates must have acquired the prescribed qualification from a recognized institution.
- Only candidates who passed their final examination in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible to apply.
Important Instructions
- Candidates must register on the applicable NAPS or NATS Apprenticeship Portal with 100% profile completion.
- No equivalent qualification other than the qualifications mentioned in the notification will be considered.
- Candidates must have First Class in the qualifying examination with a minimum of 60% marks.
- For SC/ST/PwBD candidates, the minimum required marks are 55%.
- Candidates awaiting their results are not eligible.
- Candidates who have undergone job elsewhere for one year or more are not eligible.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must register on the appropriate apprenticeship portal before applying for the CPCL apprenticeship opportunities.
- For candidates applying under NAPS, register through the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme portal.
- For candidates applying under NATS, register through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal.
- Complete the registration and update the profile with all required details and documents.
- Login to the respective NAPS or NATS portal using the registered User ID or Email ID.
- Search for the apprenticeship opportunity with Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited as the Establishment Name.
- Select the suitable apprenticeship opening based on your qualification.
- Upload the required documents and submit the application online.
- No other mode of application will be accepted.
NAPS Registration
- Portal: National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme
- Website: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/
- Applicable Posts: Sl. No. 1, 2, 4, 5 and 8 mentioned in the notification.
NATS Registration
- Portal: National Apprenticeship Training Scheme
- Website: https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php
- Applicable Posts: Sl. No. 3, 6 and 7 mentioned in the notification.
DBT Registration for NATS Candidates
- NATS candidates must have an active Aadhaar-seeded bank account.
- The bank account must be enabled for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
- Bank account details should be submitted during the application process.
- Candidates can check their bank seeding status through the Aadhaar website.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 22nd September 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 12th October 2026
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Career Page of CPCL: | Click here |
| Advertisement for CPCL: | Click here |
| NAPS Apprentice Registration Portal Link: | Click here |
| NATS Apprentice Registration Portal Link: | Click here |