About the IIPE Visakhapatnam
- IIPE was established to promote specialized education in petroleum, chemical, mechanical, and energy domains.
- It has strong mentorship from IITs and collaborates with institutions like IIT Kharagpur, IIT Madras, and Andhra University.
- A partnership with Magnivia Ventures is building an energy research park with labs focused on green hydrogen, battery tech, carbon capture, and direct industry fellowships.
IIPE Visakhapatnam Overview
| Category |
Details |
| Established |
2016; Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas |
| Campus |
Temporary: Andhra University campusPermanent: 202-acre campus at Sabbavaram (from July–August 2025) |
| Programs Offered |
Undergraduate: B.Tech in Petroleum Engg., Chemical Engg., Mechanical Engg., Mathematics & Computing
Postgraduate: M.Sc in Applied Geology; M.Tech in Petroleum Engg.; Web-based M.Tech in Data Science & MLDoctoral: Ph.D. in Chemical, Mechanical, Petroleum, Electrical, CSE, Earth Sciences, Mathematics, Humanities & Sciences
|
| Admissions 2025 |
B.Tech: JEE Advanced + IIPE application
M.Sc: JAM or institute entrance
M.Tech: GATE or institute test/interview
Ph.D.: Written test + Interview
|
| Fee Structure |
B.Tech: ₹6.0–6.42 L (total)
M.Sc: ~₹48,600 (total)
M.Tech: ~₹68,600 (total)
Web-based M.Tech/Ph.D: Varies by format
|
| Scholarships |
- Full fee waiver for SC/ST/EWS with income < ₹1 L - Two-thirds waiver for ₹1–5 L income group - ₹3,600/year stipend for 10% women students |
| Placements |
93–95% placement rateHighest Package: ₹20.7 LPACore Recruiters: ONGC, HPCL, IOCL, OIL, GAIL |
| Industry Engagement |
Supported by HPCL, IOCL, ONGC, GAIL, OIL₹150 crore Energy Research Park at Sabbavaram with Magnivia Ventures |
IIPE Visakhapatnam Courses & Programs
| Level |
Programs Offered |
| Undergraduate |
B.Tech in Petroleum Engg, Chemical Engg, Mechanical Engg, Mathematics & Computing |
| Postgraduate |
M.Sc (Applied Geology); M.Tech (Petroleum Engg, Web-based Data Science & ML) |
| Doctoral |
Ph.D. in multiple engineering, science, earth science & humanities disciplines |
IIPE Visakhapatnam Admissions 2025
- UG Admissions:
- Eligibility: JEE Advanced 2025 + ≥75% in 12th PCM (65% for SC/ST) or top 20 percentile
- Apply via IIPE portal (₹1,500 for general/OBC/EWS; ₹1,000 for SC/ST/PwD)
- Key Dates: Applications open June 5; close July 5; classes begin August 11
- M.Sc: Deadline June 6; classes from July 28
- M.Tech (Petroleum): Apply by June 22; classes begin August 12
- Ph.D.: Applications open till June 30; written test/interview July 7–9; classes start July 24
- Admission Steps: Online application → eligibility check → test/interview or merit-based selection → document verification → fee payment → registration
IIPE Visakhapatnam Fee Structure
| Program |
Duration |
Total Fees (₹) |
| B.Tech (All specializations) |
4 years |
₹6.0–6.42 L |
| M.Sc (Applied Geology) |
2 years |
₹48,600 |
| M.Tech (Petroleum Engg) |
2 years |
₹68,600 |
| Web-based M.Tech (Data Science) |
5–8 semesters |
Varies |
| Ph.D. |
Varies |
₹43,200 + ₹18,400–22,600 per semester |
IIPE Visakhapatnam Scholarships
- Full fee waiver for SC/ST/EWS candidates under ₹1 L
- Two-thirds waiver for incomes ₹1–5 L
- ₹3,600/year scholarship for top 10% women students
- Various research fellowships and full-time Ph.D. funding
IIPE Visakhapatnam Placement Report 2025
| Year |
Placement Rate |
Highest Package |
Average Package |
Major Recruiters |
| 2024–25 |
93.75–95% |
₹20.7 LPA |
– |
ONGC, HPCL, IOCL, OIL, GAIL, PSU core |
| 2023–24 |
>95% |
– |
– |
Oil & Gas PSUs & energy sector firms |
Campus placements feature core PSU recruiters and engineering leaders.
IIPE VisakhapatnamResearch & Industry Collaboration
- Establishment of IIPE–Magnivia Energy Research Park focused on sustainable energy technologies
- Collaborations with IITs, University of Houston, Stony Brook, Russian and Norwegian universities on energy research and student exchange
- National & international fellowships and partnerships enhance research impact
IIPE VisakhapatnamContact Details
- Location: P8MC+H64, AU North Campus, Andhra University North Campus, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530003
- Phone No: 094916 97558
- Email Id: ar@iipe.ac.in
- Website: https://iipe.ac.in/
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