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Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) has released the official recruitment notification (Advt No. 01/2026) on its official website www.cpcl.co.in. A total of 60 Non-Executive Junior Engineering Assistant posts are announced through CPCL Recruitment 2026 across Production, Mechanical, Electrical, & Instrumentation disciplines.
The online registration has started and candidates can apply through the CPCL career portal till the last date, 11 September 2026 (23:59 Hrs). Candidates with a 3-year Diploma or B.Sc. in relevant disciplines and the required work experience can apply through the direct link in this article.
CPCL Recruitment 2026: Overview
Candidates can check the important highlights of the recruitment in the table below.
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation | Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited |
| Advertisement No. | 01 of 2026 – CPCL / HRD:03:055 |
| Post Name | Junior Engineering Assistant-IV |
| Total Vacancies | 60 |
| Notification Date | 14th August 2026 |
| Application Dates | 14th August 2026 – 11th September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process |
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| Salary | ₹25,000 – ₹105,000 |
| Exam Date | September / October (Tentative) |
| Official Notification | PDF Link |
| Official Website | cpcl.co.in |
CPCL Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
Candidates applying for CPCL Junior Engineering Assistant Recruitment 2026 can check the complete important dates from the table below and plan accordingly.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 14th August 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 14th August 2026 |
| Apply Online Ends | 11th September 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 10 days before the exam |
| CBT Exam Date | September/October (Tentative) |
CPCL Vacancy 2026 (Discipline & Category-Wise Distribution)
A total of 60 vacancies have been announced under the recruitment drive. The discipline-wise & category-wise vacancy distribution is given below.
| Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Backlog SC | Backlog ST | Backlog OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JEA-IV (Production) | 19 | 4 | 0 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| JEA-IV (Mechanical) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10 |
| JEA-IV (Electrical) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| JEA-IV (Instrumentation) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| Total | 26 | 9 | 0 | 15 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 60 |
CPCL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the Junior Engineering Assistant posts must meet the eligibility requirements prescribed in the official notification.
Educational Qualification & Experience (as on 01.07.2026)
The educational qualification & experience required for the Junior Engineering Assistant posts are as follows:
- Production: 3-year Diploma in Chemical/Petroleum/Petrochemical Engineering/Tech or B.Sc. with Chemistry as a major subject with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC) with a minimum of 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in continuous process units.
- Mechanical: 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (min 60% marks, 55% for SC) with a min 3 years of relevant experience.
- Electrical: 3-year Diploma in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics Engineering (min 60% marks, 55% for SC/PwBD) with a min 3 years of relevant experience.
- Instrumentation: 3-year Diploma in Instrumentation/Instrumentation & Electronics/Instrumentation & Control/Electronics & Communication (min 60% marks, 55% for SC) with a min 3 years of relevant experience.
Age Limit & Relaxation (as on 01.07.2026)
The age limit for CPCL Junior Engineering Assistant Recruitment 2026 are given below
- Upper Age Limit: Maximum 30 Years for Unreserved candidates.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| ST/SC | +5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | +3 Years |
| PwD – UR | +10 Years |
| PwD – OBC (NCL) | +13 Years |
| PwD – ST/SC | +15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Policy |
CPCL Apply Online Link
Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited has activated the CPCL online application link for Junior Engineer Assistant on its official website. Candidates can apply online till the last date, 11th September 2026. The direct link to apply online for CPCL Junior Engineer Assistant Recruitment 2026 is given below.
CPCL Apply Online Link for Junior Engineer Assistant Posts – Click Here
How to Apply for CPCL JEA Recruitment 2026?
Once the application window opens, candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official CPCL website.
- Open the Recruitment section.
- Click on the CPCL Junior Engineer Assistant Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the final application form for future reference.
CPCL Junior Engineer Assistant Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen | No Fee |
| Other Candidates | ₹500 |
Documents Required for CPCL Recruitment 2026
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Valid ID proof
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Category/EWS/PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Experience certificates (if required)
CPCL Junior Engineer Assistant Exam Pattern 2026
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
| General Aptitude (Numerical Ability) | 10 | 10 |
| Reasoning Ability | 10 | 10 |
| General Knowledge | 10 | 10 |
| Verbal Ability (English) | 20 | 20 |
| Concerned Technical Discipline | 70 | 70 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
CPCL JEA Marking Scheme
| Particulars | Details |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Marking Scheme | 1 Mark for each correct answer |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Mark (1/4) deducted for each incorrect answer |
CPCL Junior Engineer Assistant Syllabus
| Subject | Important Topics |
| General Knowledge | Current Affairs, Indian History, Geography, Indian Constitution, Economy, Science & Technology, Awards, Books & Authors, Important Days, Sports |
| Communication Skills | English Grammar, Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms, Reading Comprehension, Sentence Correction, Error Detection |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number System, Simplification, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Average, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Data Interpretation |
| Production (Chemical) | Chemical Thermodynamics, Process Calculations, Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics, Mass Transfer, Chemical Kinetics, Petroleum Refining, Organic & Inorganic Chemistry |
| Mechanical | Strength of Materials, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Manufacturing Technology, Machine Design, Theory of Machines, Heat Engines, Industrial Engineering |
| Electrical | Electrical Machines, Power Systems, Network Theory, Control Systems, Power Electronics, Basic Electronics, Electrical Measurements, AC & DC Circuits |
| Instrumentation | Process Control, Industrial Instrumentation, Sensors & Transducers, PLC & SCADA, Electronics, Control Systems, Measurement Techniques |
What is the Salary for CPCL Junior Engineer Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Candidates selected as Junior Engineer Assistant-IV will receive an attractive salary under the Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA) pay structure.
| Post | Pay Scale |
| Junior Engineer Assistant-IV | Rs. 25,000 – Rs. 1,05,000 |
| Starting Basic Pay |
₹25,000 |
| Pay Grade | Non-Supervisory Cadre (Grade IV) |
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates will also be entitled to allowances and benefits as per CPCL rules mentioned in the detailed notification.
Why is CPCL JEA a Good Career Opportunity?
CPCL is a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise and a Group Company of Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL). It is one of India’s leading petroleum refining companies with a refining capacity of 10.5 MMTPA located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Working at CPCL offers candidates:
- Government PSU job security
- Attractive IDA pay scale
- Career growth opportunities
- Performance-based benefits
- Professional working environment
- Opportunity to work in India’s energy sector
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