ICPET 2026

International Conference

on

Petroleum and Energy Transition

"Bridging Hydrocarbons and Future of Energy"

November 2026
Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India

Organized By

Department of Petroleum Engineering

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In Association With

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About the Conference

The International Conference on Petroleum and Energy Transition (ICPET) 2026 welcomes speakers, presenters, and exhibitors from across the globe to gather at IIT(ISM) Dhanbad. It is our utmost pleasure to invite new ideas, methods, and discussions from industry, academia, and students to join us and secure your registration for this conference.

This premier event serves as a platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and advancement of technologies that bridge traditional energy with the future sustainable energy landscape.

Featuring keynote sessions, technical presentations, panel discussions, and industry exhibitions, ICPET 2026 is the definitive gathering for petroleum engineering excellence.

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500+

Delegates

40+

Speakers

3

Days

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Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad

IIT Dhanbad (formerly ISM Dhanbad) is a premier institute of national importance recognized for excellence in engineering, science, and technology. Founded in 1926, it has been instrumental in developing skilled professionals and advancing research in petroleum engineering and mineral technology.

Department of Petroleum Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad

The Department of Petroleum Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, was established in 1957 to make its mark in the country's Oil and Gas Industry. Subsequent developments, under the guidance of distinguished educators, renowned personalities from the oil and gas industry and the scientific community have led the department to the forefront of research and teaching in Petroleum Engineering.

  • Advanced drilling and well engineering expertise
  • Reservoir simulation and optimization
  • Carbon capture and storage research
  • Energy transition and renewable integration
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Proposed Conference Events

Keynote Sessions

Visionary speakers from industry and academia

Technical Paper Presentations*

Latest research in petroleum and energy

Panel Discussions

Expert insights on industry trends

Industry Exhibition

Technology showcase and vendor displays

Workshop & Short Courses

Hands-on learning experiences

Field Visit / Technical Tour

On-site exploration of facilities

*The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.

Conference Themes

Future of Petroleum in a Low-Carbon World
Energy Transition & Decarbonization Pathways
Hydrogen Economy & Alternative Fuels
Digitalization in Oil & Gas
Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS)
Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence in Energy Industry
Sustainable Production, Storage and Transportation
Energy Security vs Sustainability
Resource and Reserve Management
Youth & Innovation in Energy

Venue

Golden Jubilee Lecture Theatre (GJLT)

Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India

Located in the heart of the mining and petroleum hub of India, GJLT offers state-of-the-art facilities, comfortable accommodation, and excellent connectivity for all conference delegates and guests.

Amenities

  • • On-campus conference halls with modern AV systems
  • • Comfortable dining facilities
  • • High-speed internet and dedicated work spaces
  • • Secure parking for all attendees
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Accommodation Available

On-campus & nearby hotels

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Nearest Airports

Durgapur(1.5hr), Ranchi (3.5hr), Kolkata (4.5hr)

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Nearest Railway Station

Dhanbad Junction(2.8km)

Contacts

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Prof. Vikas Mahto

Head of Department & Convenor

Dept. of Petroleum Enginnering, IIT-ISM

vikas@iitism.ac.in
co-convenor

Prof. Tarun Kumar Naiya

Co-Convenor

Dept. of Petroleum Enginnering, IIT-ISM

tarunnaiya@iitism.ac.in
co-convenor

Prof. Chandan Sahu

Co-Convenor

Dept. of Petroleum Enginnering, IIT-ISM

chandansahu@iitism.ac.in
co-convenor

Prof. Hamid Siddique

Co-Convenor

Dept. of Petroleum Engineering, IIT-ISM

hamid@iitism.ac.in

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