CPCL PMIS Internship 2026: Graduate, Diploma, Office Assistant, HR and Finance Interns
Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL), a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, has invited applications for 9-month internships under the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS). There are 12 internship categories: Graduate Interns in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, IT, Fire Engineering, Instrumentation and Corporate Communication, plus a Diploma Intern, an Office Assistant Intern, a Human Resource Intern, a Finance Intern and a Marketing Intern. Every intern gets a stipend of Rs 9,000 per month including DBT.
This is an internship, not a job, and that matters. Applications are open from 21 October 2026 and close on 11 November 2026, only on the PMIS portal. The notice does not print the number of seats for any category, so this article does not quote one. Read the ineligibility list below first, because it rules out many candidates. If you are looking for more public sector openings, see our PSU jobs page on GovtJobsAlert.in.
CPCL Intern Recruitment 2026 Key Highlights: What Is the Stipend and Last Date?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) |
| Advertisement No. | HRD: 03:26A, dated 21.10.2026 |
| Scheme | Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) |
| Internship Categories | 12 internship IDs |
| Seats | Not printed in the notification |
| Duration | 9 months |
| Stipend | Rs 9,000 per month including DBT |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Mode | Online on the PMIS portal only |
| Last Date | 11 November 2026 |
Which Internship Categories Are Open in CPCL Intern Recruitment 2026?
The notice lists 12 internship IDs. The stipend is the same for all of them. Find your own row and note the ID, because you will pick it on the portal.
| Internship ID | Internship | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| PMIS-2026-74467 | Graduate Intern Chemical | B.E / BTech in Chemical |
| PMIS-2026-74449 | Office Assistant Intern | Any Graduate (3 Yr. Program) |
| PMIS-2026-74457 | Graduate Intern Mechanical | B.E / BTech in Mechanical |
| PMIS-2026-74462 | Graduate Intern Electrical | B.E / BTech in Electrical |
| PMIS-2026-74231 | Human Resource Intern | MSW in HR |
| PMIS-2026-74243 | Finance Intern | B. Com |
| PMIS-2026-74527 | Graduate Intern IT | B.E / BTech in IT |
| PMIS-2026-74516 | Marketing Intern | BBA in Marketing |
| PMIS-2026-74480 | Graduate Intern Fire Engineering | B.E / BTech in Fire Engineering |
| PMIS-2026-74520 | Diploma Intern Chemical | Diploma in Chemical |
| PMIS-2026-76466 | Graduate Intern Corporate Communication | Diploma in Corporate Communication |
| PMIS-2026-87713 | Graduate Intern Instrumentation | B.E / BTech in Instrumentation |
One row needs care. The internship ID PMIS-2026-76466 is titled “Graduate Intern”, but the qualification printed against it is a Diploma in Corporate Communication. We have shown it exactly as printed. Check the details of this ID on the PMIS portal before you apply.
What Is the Eligibility for CPCL Intern Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
Your degree or diploma must match the internship you choose, as in the table above. The Office Assistant Intern post accepts any graduate from a 3-year programme. Anyone claiming an equivalent qualification must show a valid Equivalency Certificate from the competent authority at verification, failing which the candidature will be rejected. Engineering students can also browse engineering government jobs, and diploma holders can see diploma government jobs.
Age Limit
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Age | 18 to 25 years |
| Age as-on date | Not printed in the notification |
| Age relaxation | Not printed in the notification |
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Since no cut-off date or relaxation is printed, check the age rule on the PMIS portal before you apply.
Who Cannot Apply: Ineligibility Criteria
The notification lists six groups who are not eligible. Read each line honestly, because a wrong application wastes your time.
| No. | You cannot apply if |
|---|---|
| 1 | You are a graduate or postgraduate from IITs, IIMs, National Law Universities, IISER, NIDs, IIITs or IISc |
| 2 | You hold qualifications such as CA, CMA, CS, MBBS, BDS, MD, MS, MBA or equivalent, MPhil or PhD |
| 3 | You are undergoing any skill, apprenticeship, internship or training programme under a Central or State Government scheme |
| 4 | You have ever completed apprenticeship or training under NATS or NAPS |
| 5 | The income of any family member (self, parents and spouse) exceeded Rs 12 lakh in the preceding financial year, as on the date of application |
| 6 | Any family member is a permanent or regular government employee |
What Is the Stipend for CPCL Intern Recruitment 2026?
All 12 internship IDs carry a stipend of Rs 9,000 per month including DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer). The notice gives no other pay figure.
- Travel: no travel expenses are admissible for certificate verification or during the internship.
- Boarding and lodging: CPCL will not provide it during the internship.
- Employment: the internship is only for training and skill development. CPCL has no obligation to offer a job, absorption or regularisation, and completion of the internship does not confer any right or claim for employment in CPCL.
Plan your living costs before you accept an offer, because the stipend has to cover everything.
What Is the Selection Process for CPCL Intern Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Carried out on the criteria prescribed under PMIS |
| Offer | Shortlisted candidates receive internship offers through the PMIS portal |
| Verification | You show original documents for age, qualification, community and disability status (if applicable) |
| Engagement | Subject to verified certificates, eligibility and medical fitness |
The notification describes only these steps and does not mention an exam or interview. CPCL can also restrict, modify, suspend or cancel the selection process, or leave any or all opportunities unfilled, without giving a reason. The number of opportunities is described as indicative and may change. CPCL says it will post any unfilled vacancy on the PMIS portal from time to time, so check the portal now and then.
How to Apply Online for CPCL PMIS Internship 2026
Keep your marksheets, degree or diploma, age proof and category or disability certificate ready. Read the User Manual on the PMIS portal first, as the notice advises. The notice names one portal for registration and application.
- Register first on the PMIS portal (link in Essential Links below).
- Log in and read the details of the CPCL internship that matches your qualification, using the internship ID from the table above.
- Apply for that CPCL internship ID. The portal asks for your details, and the application fee is nil.
- Check every detail, including marks and qualifications, against your documents, then submit by 11 November 2026.
- Save the confirmation from the portal. Selection news comes only through the PMIS portal or your registered e-mail ID. No letters are sent by post.
Applications made in any other mode will not be considered. For a technical problem with the portal, use the Helpdesk under its Support section. For technical issues while applying, the notice also gives the HR Department e-mail, recruitment@cpcl.co.in.
What Are the Important Dates for CPCL Intern Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 21 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 21 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 11 November 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Nil |
Conditions That Can Cost You the Internship
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Provisional candidature | Any discrepancy, suppression of facts or false information can cancel your candidature at any stage |
| Extra documents | CPCL can ask for more documents; failure to send them in time may lead to rejection |
| Accurate details | Marks and qualifications must be correct and backed by documents, or you may be rejected |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form is a disqualification |
| Mere application | Applying gives no right to selection and does not confirm your eligibility |
| Terms | Applying means you accept all terms of this notice and the PMIS guidelines |
| Final decision | The decision of CPCL on eligibility, shortlisting and selection is final and binding |
Any dispute falls under the courts at Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Corrigenda, if any, will be notified only through the PMIS portal or the CPCL website.
CPCL PMIS Internship 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for CPCL Intern Recruitment 2026 (PMIS) – 12 Internship Categories: Graduate Interns, Diploma Intern, Office Assistant, HR, Finance & Other Interns
- Visit CPCL Intern Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you are a graduate or diploma holder who meets every condition above, this is a good chance to spend nine months at a Navratna PSU and earn a stipend while you learn. Do not wait for the last evening, because portals get slow near the deadline. Register and apply by 11 November 2026. If you are a fresh graduate, our graduate government jobs page lists more openings. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more such updates.