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CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice Posts

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Name of postCPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice Posts
OrganisationChennai Petroleum Corporation Limited
Job locationAll India
Last date to apply22 October 2026
Pay / salaryStipends range from Rs. 4,800/- to Rs. 12,300/- per month depending on the trade or apprenticeship category. For apprentices engaged under NATS, 50% of the total stipend will be paid through Direct Beneficiary Transfer (DBT) by the Government, requiring candidates to have an active Aadhaar-seeded bank account that is DBT-enabled.
Selection processShortlisting of candidates will be done based on a merit list formed on the basis of the percentage of marks obtained in the essential qualification applicable to the respective trade.
Posted on13 Oct 2026
Last updated13 Oct 2026

Official source: The official notification was opened, but it does not state these facts in a form we can compare automatically. Official notification (cpcl.co.in)

Important Dates

  • Date of Notification12 October 2026
  • Last date to apply22 October 2026

Age Limit

  • Minimum 18 years and maximum 26 years as on the date of reckoning i.e., 01.10.2026.
  • Candidates must be a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 26 years old as on 01.10.2026, with relaxation given as per Presidential Directives on Reservation.

Salary / Pay Scale

  • Stipends range from Rs. 4,800/- to Rs. 12,300/- per month depending on the trade or apprenticeship category. For apprentices engaged under NATS, 50% of the total stipend will be paid through Direct Beneficiary Transfer (DBT) by the Government, requiring candidates to have an active Aadhaar-seeded bank account that is DBT-enabled.

Seats by Trade

Name of the Trade / PostPrescribed QualificationStipend Per MonthRegistration Under
Trade Apprentice (ITI Passed)Matric with regular full time 2 (Two) year ITI course recognized by NCVT/SCVT in Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Machinist, Mechanic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Instrument Mechanic, Draughtsman (Civil), Draughtsman (Mechanical), or Computer Operator and Programming Assistant.Rs. 11040/-NAPS
Designated Trade: Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) / Optional Trade: Guest House Service Asst. (Food & Beverages for canteen & Housekeeping)Passed B.Sc., Chemistry with Physics, Mathematic or Biology (for Laboratory Assistant) or 10th Pass (for Guest House Service Asst.).Rs. 12300/- (Lab Assistant) / Rs. 8,200/- (Guest House Service Asst.)NAPS
Graduate Apprentice: Non-Eng. DegreeBA / B. Com / BSc / BCA / BBA Degree.Rs. 12300/-NATS
Graduate Apprentice: Secretarial Office Assistant – Oil & GasGraduate in any discipline (Non-Engineering).Rs. 12300/-NAPS
Optional Trade: Executive (Human Resource) - Oil & GasMBA (HR) / MSW / Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management / Personnel Management & Industrial Relation (2 years full time Course).Rs. 12300/-NAPS
Graduate Apprentice: (Degree in Engineering)Passed BE / B.Tech in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronic & Communication / Instrumentation, Civil, Computer Science, Information Technology, Fire & Safety and Environment Protection & Safety disciplines.Rs. 12300/-NATS
Technician Apprentice: (Diploma in Engineering)Passed Diploma in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronic & Communication / Instrumentation discipline.Rs. 10900/-NATS
Trade Apprentice: Data Entry Operator (Fresher Apprentice) / Data Entry Operator (Skilled Certificate Holders)Class 12th passed but below Graduate. For Skilled Certificate Holders, additional possession of Skill Certificate of ‘Domestic Data Entry Operator’ for training of less than one year issued by an awarding body recognized under NSQF or Central Government.Rs. 4800/- to 9600/- (Fresher) / Rs. 9,600/- (Skilled Certificate Holders)NAPS

Who Can Apply – Qualification

  • Candidates must have acquired educational qualifications as prescribed above from a recognized institution and must have registered on the respective Apprenticeship portal (NAPS, NATS) with 100% profile completion. Only those who have passed their final exams in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 are eligible to apply. Candidates must possess a First Class in the qualifying examination with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD). Candidates awaiting results or who have undergone a job elsewhere for one year or more are not eligible.

Reservation

  • Relaxation will be given as per Presidential Directives on Reservation.

Stipend and Training Period

  • Stipends range from Rs. 4,800/- to Rs. 12,300/- per month depending on the trade or apprenticeship category. For apprentices engaged under NATS, 50% of the total stipend will be paid through Direct Beneficiary Transfer (DBT) by the Government, requiring candidates to have an active Aadhaar-seeded bank account that is DBT-enabled.

Official Links

LinkDetails
Open apprenticeshipindia.gov.inNAPS or NATS Portal Application Link
Official Notification PDFView Advertisement HRD:03:26
Official WebsiteChennai Petroleum Corporation Limited Official Site
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Mode of Selection

  1. Shortlisting of candidates will be done based on a merit list formed on the basis of the percentage of marks obtained in the essential qualification applicable to the respective trade.

How to Apply for CPCL Recruitment 2026

  1. Visit the respective portal depending on your trade: National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) website at www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in for Sl. No. 1, 2, 4, 5, and 8, or National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) website at https://nats.education.gov.in/student register.php for Sl. No. 3, 6, and 7.
  2. Register on the NATS / NAPS Apprenticeship Portal as applicable and complete your profile to 100% profile completion.
  3. LOGIN to the respective NATS/NAPS portal using your User ID or Email ID.
  4. Search and apply for the Apprenticeship Openings / Opportunities with “Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited” as the Establishment Name.
  5. Complete or update your profile by uploading all required documents and submit the application online through the respective apprenticeship portal.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the last date to apply for CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice Posts?

The last date to apply is 22 October 2026.

What is the age limit for CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice Posts?

Minimum 18 years and maximum 26 years as on the date of reckoning i.e., 01.10.2026; Candidates must be a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 26 years old as on 01.10.2026, with relaxation given as per Presidential Directives on Reservation.

What qualification is needed for CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice Posts?

Trade Apprentice (ITI Passed): Matric with regular full time 2 (Two) year ITI course recognized by NCVT/SCVT in Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Machinist, Mechanic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Instrument Mechanic, Draughtsman (Civil), Draughtsman (Mechanical), or Computer Operator and Programming Assistant. | Designated Trade: Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) / Opt…

What is the selection process for CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice Posts?

Shortlisting of candidates will be done based on a merit list formed on the basis of the percentage of marks obtained in the essential qualification applicable to the respective trade.

What is the official website for CPCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice Posts?

The official website is https://www.cpcl.co.in/.