JEE Mains 2026: If you want to build a career at Indian Oil or ONGC, pursue a B.Tech degree in this branch; learn about the admission process..

JEE Mains 2026: The JEE Mains 2026 Session 1 exam will be conducted from January 21 to January 30. Millions of students across the country who aspire to pursue engineering after 12th grade will appear for this entrance exam. Admission to engineering courses in NITs and state engineering colleges across the country is based on the JEE Mains score and rank. Government jobs are still in high demand in India. So, let's find out which B.Tech branch is best for a career in Indian Oil and ONGC, and how to get admission.

To get admission to the B.Tech program at IITs, candidates must crack the JEE Advanced exam after clearing JEE Mains. A good rank in JEE Mains is also required for Advanced. The JEE Mains exam will be conducted in two sessions at various centers across the country by the National Testing Agency. The exam will be held in CBT (Computer-Based Test) mode.

Which branch of B.Tech is best for a career in Indian Oil and ONGC?
Indian Oil Limited and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation have a high demand for B.Tech Petroleum Engineering professionals. After studying engineering in this branch, there are job opportunities in these government companies. If a candidate is pursuing a B.Tech in this branch from an NIT, these companies often hire them with attractive packages during campus placements.

Who can study Petroleum Engineering, and how to get admission?
To study Petroleum Engineering, students must have passed 12th grade in the science stream. For admission, students have to appear for the JEE Mains exam, and a good rank is required for NITs. To be eligible for JEE Mains, general category students must have secured 75 percent marks in their 12th grade. Besides government companies, there is also a demand for Petroleum Engineering in the private sector. This course can be a good career option for students.

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