Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) Recruitment 2025 – Detailed Notification
A hiring campaign for executive-level roles across a range of disciplines has been announced by Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL), a division of Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL). For engineering professionals and recent graduates looking to work in the oil and gas industry, this is a fantastic opportunity. The full details of the selection procedure, eligibility requirements, recruitment process, and other important information are provided below.
An overview of the 2025 CPCL recruitment
1. Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) is the organization.
2. Job Title: Engineers, Officer (HR), and Assistant Officer
3. There are 25 open positions.
4. Mode of Application: Internet
5. Workplace: Tamil Nadu’s Chennai
6. Selection Procedure: Interview and Online Exam
7. www.cpcl.co.in is the official website.
CPCL Vacancy Details (Post-wise Breakup)
The recruitment is being conducted for the following positions:
| Post Code | Post Name | Total Vacancies |
Category-wise Distribution
|
| CPCL 01 | Engineer (Chemical) | 15 | UR – 7, SC – 2, ST – 0, OBC –4, EWS – 1, PwBD – 1 |
| CPCL 02 | Engineer (Mechanical) | 3 | UR – 1, SC – 1, ST – 0, OBC – 1, EWS – 0, PwBD – 1 |
| CPCL 03 | Engineer (Electrical) | 4 | UR – 1, SC – 1, ST – 1, OBC – 0, EWS – 1, PwBD – 1 |
| CPCL 04 | Assistant Officer (Official Language) | 1 | UR – 1 |
| CPCL 05 | Officer (HR) | 2 | OBC – 1, SC – 1 |
| Total | – | 25 |
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All candidates may apply for UR (Unreserved).
SC, ST, OBC, and EWS: According to government regulations, reserved
People with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Reservations in advance are available.
Educational Qualifications
The following requirements must be met by candidates who have graduated from an accredited university or institution:
Engineer (Electronic, Mechanical, Chemical):
- Graduate degree in chemical, mechanical, and electrical engineering with first class honors.
- 60% minimum (at least 55% for SC/ST/PwBD students).
(Official Language) Assistant Officer:
- Hindi Master’s Degree with English as a Completion Subject.
- A diploma in translation or three months of translation training are preferred.
HR officer:
- An MBA in human resources, personnel management, industrial relations, or another postgraduate degree or diploma.
- grades of at least 60% (or 55% for SC candidates).
- Minimum of two years of experience in HR-related positions.
Age Limit
The age limit as of January 1, 2025
- Maximum 26 years as a chemical, mechanical, or electrical engineer
- Maximum age for an HR officer and an assistant officer (official language): 28 years
In accordance with government regulations, age relaxation is applicable.
- SC/ST: five-year rest
- OBC: three years of rest (Non-Creamy Layer)
- 10 years for GEN, 13 years for OBC, and 15 years for SC/ST PwBD
Selection Process
The selection process consists of two stages:
Online Exam (Written Test)
A total of 120 inquiries
Two hours in length
For every incorrect response, 0.25 marks are subtracted from the final score.
Pattern for Question Papers:
All-around Ability (50 Questions) Reasoning, GK, English, and Numerical Ability
Seventy questions that are technical Topic-related inquiries
The bare minimum of qualifying scores
General/EWS/OBC – 40%
SC/ST/PwBD – 35%
Individual Interview
- Those who made the written test short list will be contacted for an interview.
- Weight of Selection: 15% for the interview and 85% for the written exam
- Performance in both phases is used to create the final merit list.
Salary & Pay Scale
Candidates who are chosen will receive a competitive compensation package along with extra benefits:
| Post Name | Pay Scale (₹) |
CTC (₹ Per Annum)
|
| Engineer / Officer | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 | ₹19.5 LPA |
| Assistant Officer | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 | ₹16.5 LPA |
Additional Benefits:
- HRA, Dearness Allowance (DA), and other benefits
- Medical benefits, gratuities, and provident fund (PF)
- PLP stands for performance-linked pay.
- Benefits for Leave and Travel
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS – ₹500/-
- SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women – No Fee
- Payment through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
How to Apply Online?
Steps to Fill Online Application Form
- Visit CPCL Official Website: www.cpcl.co.in
- Register with Email & Mobile Number
- Fill Personal & Educational Details
- Upload Documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates)
- Pay the Application Fee (if applicable)
- Submit & Download the Application Form
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Start of Online Application | 22nd January 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11th February 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11th February 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be notified |
| Online Exam Date | 2nd March 2025 (Tentative) |
Service Bond Details
Selected candidates must sign a 3-year service bond with CPCL:
| Category | Bond Amount (₹) |
| General | ₹3 Lakhs |
| OBC/SC/ST/PwBD | ₹50,000 |
Key Points to Remember
- Only one post can be applied for per candidate
- Ensure all uploaded documents are valid and in the correct format
- Applications with incorrect details will be rejected
- No application fee refund under any circumstances
- Exams will be held in Chennai only
- For more details and to apply online, visit the official CPCL website www.cpcl.co.in
