Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL), a Navratna Public Sector Organization and a Group Company of Indian Oil Corporation Limited, has released Advt. No. 01 of 2026 – CPCL/HRD:03:055 for the recruitment of Non-Executive Personnel. CPCL has invited online applications from young, self-motivated Indian citizens for Junior Engineering Assistant-IV posts across Production, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation disciplines, with a total of 60 tentative vacancies.
Candidates holding the required Diploma/B.Sc. qualification along with relevant post-qualification experience can apply online starting from 14 August 2026. The last date for submission of the application and fee payment is 11 September 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
CPCL Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) |
| Recruitment Name | CPCL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 01 of 2026 – CPCL/HRD:03:055 (Date: 14.08.2026) |
| Post Name | Junior Engineering Assistant-IV (Production, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation) |
| Total Vacancies | 60 Posts |
| Job Category | Non-Executive Personnel / PSU Jobs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Pay Scale | ₹25,000 – ₹1,05,000/- (Starting Basic Pay: ₹25,000/-) |
| Job Location / CBT Centre | Chennai |
| Official Website | cpcl.co.in |
CPCL Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Link Description | Action / Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification (PDF) | Download Notification |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Website | Visit Official Site |
CPCL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 11 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Admit Card Release | 10 days before CBT (Tentative) |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) Date | September / October 2026 (Tentative) |
CPCL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST | Nil (₹0) |
| PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women | Nil (₹0) |
CPCL Vacancies & Eligibility Criteria
| Post / Discipline | Total Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Jr. Engg. Asst-IV (Production) | 40 | 3-Year Diploma in Chemical / Petroleum / Petrochemical Engineering / Technology OR B.Sc. with Chemistry as major subject (60% marks for Gen/OBC/EWS, 55% for SC against reserved posts). |
| Jr. Engg. Asst-IV (Mechanical) | 10 | 3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (60% marks for Gen/OBC/EWS, 55% for SC/PwBD against reserved posts). |
| Jr. Engg. Asst-IV (Electrical) | 5 | 3-Year Diploma in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering (60% marks for Gen/OBC/EWS, 55% for SC/PwBD against reserved posts). |
| Jr. Engg. Asst-IV (Instrumentation) | 5 | 3-Year Diploma in Instrumentation / Instrumentation & Electronics / Instrumentation & Control / Electronics & Communication (60% marks for Gen/OBC/EWS, 55% for SC against reserved posts). |
Age Limit & Relaxation (as on 01 July 2026)
Maximum Age: 30 Years
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (General) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service rendered + 3 Years (Max age: 50 years) |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Skill, Proficiency and/or Physical Test (SPPT) – Qualifying in nature
- Medical Fitness Examination
Exam Pattern (CBT)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Aptitude (Verbal, Reasoning, Numerical, GK) | 50 | 50 |
| Discipline Technical Knowledge | 70 | 70 |
| Total | 120 | 120 Marks |
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
- Negative Marking: 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40% (35% for SC/ST/PwBD against reserved vacancies)
How to Apply for CPCL Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official CPCL website:
cpcl.co.in> Careers section. - Complete initial registration by providing basic details, email ID, and mobile number.
- Log in using credentials and fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience.
- Upload scanned photograph (20 KB – 60 KB), signature (10 KB – 30 KB), and required certificates (PDF, 60 KB – 2 MB).
- Preview the application form and submit the declaration.
- Pay the application fee online through the payment gateway.
- Download and take a printout of the final application confirmation page for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 11 September 2026 (11:59 PM).
No, candidates with higher professional qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech., MCA, or MBA are not eligible for these posts.
Selected candidates receive an IDA pay scale of ₹25,000 – ₹1,05,000/- with an initial basic pay of ₹25,000/- along with standard PSU allowances.