CPCL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026: Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) has released the Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 notification for 60 Junior Engineering Assistant-IV posts in Production, Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation disciplines. Eligible candidates can apply online through the CPCL website from 14 August 2026 to 11 September 2026. Candidates should carefully check the qualification, work experience, age limit and other conditions before applying.

CPCL Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) |
| Post Name | Junior Engineering Assistant-IV |
| Advertisement No. | 01 of 2026 – CPCL/HRD: 03:055 |
| Total Vacancies | 60 |
| Application Start Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Maximum Age | 30 years |
| Pay Scale | ₹25,000 – ₹1,05,000 |
| Official Website | www.cpcl.co.in |
CPCL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
- Notification Date: 14 August 2026
- Online Application Starts: 14 August 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 11 September 2026, up to 11:59 PM
- CBT: Tentatively September/October 2026
- CBT Centre: Chennai
CPCL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026: CPCL Vacancy Details
| Post | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineering Assistant-IV – Production | 40 |
| Junior Engineering Assistant-IV – Mechanical | 10 |
| Junior Engineering Assistant-IV – Electrical | 5 |
| Junior Engineering Assistant-IV – Instrumentation | 5 |
| Total | 60 |
CPCL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must meet the required educational qualification and work experience for the post.
- The qualification, experience and age are considered as on 1 July 2026.
- All required qualifications must be from a recognized university, institution or board.
- Candidates should carefully check the discipline-specific requirements before submitting the application.
Production
- 3-year Diploma in Chemical, Petroleum or Petrochemical Engineering, or B.Sc. with Chemistry as a major subject.
- Minimum 60% marks for General/OBC/EWS candidates.
- Minimum 55% marks for eligible SC candidates against reserved posts.
- At least 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in continuous process units in industries such as refining, chemical, petrochemical, fertilizer or gas processing.
Mechanical
- 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum 60% marks for General/OBC/EWS candidates.
- Minimum 55% for eligible SC/PwBD candidates against reserved posts.
- At least 3 years of relevant maintenance experience involving equipment such as pumps, compressors, turbines, boilers, exchangers, piping, valves and tanks.
Electrical
- 3-year Diploma in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
- Required percentage and reservation conditions apply as given in the notification.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in maintenance of motors, transformers, generators, HT/LT switchgear, UPS, batteries and related electrical systems.
Instrumentation
- 3-year Diploma in Instrumentation, Instrumentation & Electronics, Instrumentation & Control, or Electronics & Communication Engineering.
- Required percentage and reservation conditions apply.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in process-control instrumentation maintenance.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 30 years as on 01 July 2026.
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation, where applicable.
- OBC-NCL: 3 years relaxation, where applicable.
- PwBD: Relaxation as prescribed in the notification.
- Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation as per the prescribed rules.
- Candidates should note that cumulative age relaxation is not allowed.
CPCL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026: Salary Details
- Pay Scale: ₹25,000 – ₹1,05,000.
- Starting basic pay is ₹25,000.
- Employees may also receive applicable benefits such as DA, HRA, PF, gratuity, medical benefits and other benefits according to CPCL rules.
Selection Process
- The selection process includes:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Skill/Proficiency/Physical Test (SPPT), where applicable
- Medical fitness
CBT Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| Discipline Knowledge | 70 | 70 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
- Exam duration: 2 hours
- Questions are objective type.
- ¼ mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
- Minimum qualifying marks:
- General/OBC/EWS: 40%
- SC/ST/PwBD: 35%, where applicable.
- SPPT is qualifying in nature and does not add marks to the final merit.
- Final merit is prepared mainly on CBT performance among candidates who qualify the required further stages.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC | ₹500 + applicable charges |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women | No Fee |
- The fee is payable online.
- The application fee is non-refundable.
How to Apply for the CPCL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official CPCL website and open the Careers/Recruitment section.

- Read the official recruitment notification carefully.
- Complete the online registration.

- Verify your mobile number and email ID.
- Enter personal, educational and work-experience details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- Check all information carefully before final submission.
- Pay the applicable fee.
- Submit the application before 11 September 2026.
- Download and save the completed application form and payment receipt.
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Important Points
- Only eligible candidates should apply.
- One candidate can apply for only one post, as stated in the provided recruitment details.
- Educational qualification and work experience must satisfy the specific post requirements.
- Documents will be checked during Document Verification.
- Candidates working in government organizations or PSUs may need to submit an NOC/proper-channel documents.
- Final appointment is subject to medical fitness and successful verification.
- Women candidates should carefully check the restrictions mentioned for Production and shift-based duties before applying.
- Candidates should rely on the official CPCL notification and recruitment portal for any change or update.
CPCL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026: Important Links
- Official CPCL Careers: CPCL Careers
- Official Website: CPCL Official Website
- Apply Online
CPCL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many posts are available in CPCL Recruitment 2026?
CPCL has notified 60 Junior Engineering Assistant-IV posts in four disciplines.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application is 11 September 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
Q3. What is the selection process?
Selection includes a Computer Based Test, Document Verification, qualifying SPPT where applicable, and medical fitness.