M.Tech in Petroleum Engineering
The M.Tech in Petroleum Engineering at IIPE Visakhapatnam is a postgraduate program focused on advanced skills in exploration, production, and energy management. It combines theory, lab work, and industry projects in reservoir engineering, drilling, and energy transition.
The program prepares students for careers in industry, research, or academia with modern labs and global collaborations.
Contact: hod.pe@iipe.ac.in
Program Goals
The program aims to build advanced technical skills, foster research, and equip students to address real-world challenges in petroleum and energy.
- Indian Students
Admission is primarily through GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) scores.
- Self Financed Candidates
Candidates without a valid GATE score are eligible to apply under this category.
- Sponsored Candidates
Working professionals from PSUs or reputed industries are eligible without a GATE score but must submit a sponsorship certificate.
- Foreign Nationals
International students can apply through the institute's international admission portal. GATE qualification is not required for foreign applicants.
Salient Features of the Program
Duration
2 Years Program with coursework and dissertation.
Semester Structure
Core courses, electives, practicals, and research work.
Research Focus
Strong emphasis on petroleum engineering research and innovation.
Industry Exposure
Interaction with industry experts and real-world projects.
Eligibility Criteria
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Regular Candidates
A 4-year B.Tech. / B.E. degree in Petroleum / Petrochemical / Chemical / Electrical / Mechanical /
Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering / Civil Engineering with a first class or minimum 60% marks
or 6.0 CPI (55% marks or CPI for SC/ST students) in the qualifying exam/degree.
The applicant must also have a valid GATE score.
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Sponsored Category
A 4-year B.Tech. / B.E. degree in Petroleum / Petrochemical / Chemical / Electrical / Mechanical /
Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering / Civil Engineering or M.Sc. in Geology / Geophysics with
a first class or minimum 60% marks or 6.0 CPI (55% marks or CPI for SC/ST students) in the qualifying
exam/degree.
NO GATE score is required.
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Self-Financed Category
A 4-year B.Tech. / B.E. degree in Petroleum / Petrochemical / Chemical / Electrical / Mechanical /
Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering / Civil Engineering or M.Sc. in Geology / Geophysics with
a first class or minimum 60% marks or 6.0 CPI (55% marks or CPI for SC/ST students) in the qualifying
exam/degree.
NO GATE score is required.
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Foreign National Category
Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Technology or a Master's degree in appropriate Sciences with a good
academic record along with SOP, letters of reference and work experience as the case may be.
For international students with UG degree from India a valid GATE score / online interview is also
required. The Department / School / Centre may put additional requirements for admission.
What Petroleum Engineers Do
Petroleum engineering continues to be a dynamic and evolving field. While the global shift toward cleaner energy is accelerating, oil and gas still play a vital role—particularly in developing countries.
Petroleum engineers remain in high demand for traditional roles such as Drilling, Reservoir, and Production Engineers, as well as in oilfield services with leading companies like
Schlumberger, Halliburton, Baker Hughes, ExxonMobil, Shell, Chevron, Saudi Aramco, ADNOC, ONGC, OIL, and Reliance etc.
Besides these, some of the emerging and diversifying opportunities include:
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Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS)
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Hydrogen Production & Storage
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Energy Transition Roles
