M.Tech in Petroleum Engineering

• Must have a B.Tech/B.E. in Petroleum/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 60% aggregate in graduation (55% for SC/ST categories).
• Valid GATE score in PE/CH/ME is mandatory. UPESMET is accepted only for candidates without GATE, but GATE qualifiers are given preference.
• Candidates must have studied Engineering Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Fluid Mechanics at the undergraduate level.
• Work experience in the oil & gas sector (minimum 1 year) is preferred.

Fee Structure Breakdown

• Total tuition fee for 2-year M.Tech Petroleum: Rs. 6,50,000 (approx.)
• This is the flagship program of UPES (established as UPES in 2003 with a focus on Oil & Gas).
• Laboratory fee: Rs. 25,000 per year (for drilling and reservoir simulation labs).
• One-time Admission Fee: Rs. 15,000 + Security Deposit: Rs. 20,000.
• Hostel and mess charges: Rs. 2,00,000 - Rs. 2,50,000 per year.
• Grand Total including all charges: Rs. 11,00,000 - Rs. 12,00,000 approx.
• Average Placement Package for M.Tech Petroleum: Rs. 10 - 12 LPA (Top recruiters: Schlumberger, Halliburton, Baker Hughes, ONGC, Cairn Oil & Gas).

Admission Process

• Step 1: Apply online on the UPES admissions portal with GATE score (preferred) or UPESMET.
• Step 2: Shortlisting based on GATE percentile (minimum 550 score in GATE for consideration).
• Step 3: Personal Interview (PI) with the Department of Petroleum Engineering.
• Step 4: Final selection = 50% GATE score + 50% PI performance.
• Step 5: Seat acceptance fee: Rs. 65,000 (adjustable against tuition).

Post-Allotment Reporting at UPES Dehradun

• Report to UPES Bidholi Campus, Dehradun with original documents: B.Tech degree, all semester marksheets, GATE scorecard, Class 10 & 12 certificates, Transfer Certificate, Medical fitness certificate.
• Industry collaboration: Students get mandatory internships at Oil India Limited, ONGC, or private E&P companies.
• Contact: admissions@upes.ac.in | Phone: +91-9557555767