A petroleum engineer plans and manages the exploration, drilling and production of oil and gas, and works to recover resources safely and efficiently.
Oil and gas companies and service firms recruit petroleum engineers, with variable demand linked to energy markets.
Indicative only. These ranges are estimates compiled from general industry knowledge and public pay surveys, not audited figures. Actual pay depends on the employer, city, qualification, certifications and experience. Check current job listings before deciding.
| # | State | Main hubs | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gujarat Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara |
Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara | High demand |
| 2 | Assam Guwahati |
Guwahati | High demand |
| 3 | Maharashtra Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur |
Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur | High demand |
Indicative ranking of where employers and training institutions in this field are concentrated — not an official count of vacancies. Check the National Career Service portal (ncs.gov.in) and the government job portal for current openings.
Government job portal: National Career Service (ncs.gov.in)