Functions

Upstream Sector

• To process applications for Petroleum Exploration License (PEL) and Petroleum Mining Lease, to monitor the exploration and production operations for sustainable development of petroleum resources and to facilitate the industry in conducting their operations.
• To monitor and reconcile the statutory payments arising out of exploration and production activities.
• To prepare proposals for sharing of revenue earn from the production oil and gas from State with the Central Government.
• To create, manage and update the petroleum database of the State.
• Finalization of the procedure and facilitation to companies for the execution of lease deed.