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B.Tech in Petroleum Engineering

4 Years UG ₹1.5-5 LPA Avg. Salary: ₹6–10 LPA

About B.Tech in Petroleum Engineering

Petroleum engineering is a specialized branch of engineering that focuses on the exploration, extraction, production, and management of oil and natural gas resources. It combines principles of mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, geology, geophysics, and environmental engineering to develop efficient and sustainable methods for recovering hydrocarbons from underground reservoirs. The four-year B.Tech in Petroleum Engineering program equips students with knowledge of drilling technology, reservoir engineering, production engineering, well completion, petroleum geology, enhanced oil recovery, and energy management. Students gain practical exposure through laboratory work, field visits, industrial training, internships, and live projects in the oil and gas sector. As global energy demands continue to grow and the industry adopts advanced drilling technologies, digital oilfields, and sustainable energy practices, petroleum engineers remain in demand across oil and gas companies, energy firms, offshore industries, and research organizations. The program offers excellent career prospects, competitive salaries, and opportunities to work in India and internationally.

Eligibility Criteria

Must have passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognized board.
Physics, chemistry, and mathematics (PCM) are mandatory subjects.
A minimum aggregate score of 50%–60%.
Admission is based on national, state, or university-level entrance examinations, such as JEE Main, JEE Advanced, and CUET.

Syllabus Overview

Engineering Mathematics
Engineering Physics
Engineering Chemistry
Engineering Mechanics
Programming Fundamentals
Engineering Graphics
Fluid Mechanics
Thermodynamics
Strength of Materials
Petroleum Geology
Reservoir Rock Properties
Surveying
Engineering Geology
Drilling Engineering
Reservoir Engineering
Production Engineering
Well Logging
Petroleum Exploration
Formation Evaluation
Offshore Engineering
Petroleum Economics
Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR)
Natural Gas Engineering
Well Completion and Stimulation
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
Energy Management
Petroleum Refining Basics