CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentice Posts
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.
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.
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.
CPCL Apprentice Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
How many vacancies are available?
The number of vacancies is not specified in the official notification.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application through the NATS/NAPS portal is 12 October 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What is the stipend/salary?
Stipend ranges from Rs. 4,800 to Rs. 12,300 per month depending on the trade.