Petroleum Engineering is a specialised subject that is exclusively focused on oil and gas production, whereas Chemical Engineering has a wider use across numerous industries.
It is a subfield of engineering that has an impact on numerous technological fields. They primarily work in labs, where they conduct research in preparation for large-scale manufacturing.
It is the area of engineering that works on projects related to the extraction of different hydrocarbons, such as petroleum or natural gas.
CE: It emphasises the use and transformation of energy & materials through the study of major disciplines such as PCBM & economics.
PE: It encompasses the exploration, production, and extraction of natural gas and oil.
UG: For both undergraduate levels, candidates need to pass 10+2 in PCM and clear the JEE Main entrance exam.
PG: Need to complete undergraduate degree programme and pass GATE exam.
BTech in Chemical Engineering and BTech in Petroleum Engineering: 4 years
MTech in Chemical Engineering and MTech in Petroleum Engineering: 2 years
It offers diverse roles in research, process design, safety management, and environmental sustainability. Candidates can work in Reliance Industries, Indian Oil Corporation, and multinational corporations.
The industry of petroleum engineering is vast and is always teeming with opportunities. There is a reasonable amount of job security if one gets to work with a public sector unit.
CE: Average course fees is Rs. 2 Lakhs to Rs. 5 Lakhs.
PE: Average course fees is Rs. 88,000 to Rs. 18.30 Lakhs.
Chemical Engineer, Process Engineer, Chemical Process Development Engineer, Biochemical Engineer, Petroleum Engineer.
Petroleum Engineer, Oil Engineer, Field Operator, Testing Manager, Technician, Junior Engineer, Research Associate.