New Delhi: In a significant step toward empowering unemployed and underprivileged youth, the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET) and the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Refineries Headquarters, New Delhi, have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) to roll out job-oriented residential skill development programs across multiple states.
The agreement was formalized on 19 November 2025 in the presence of Arvind Kumar, Director (Refineries), IOCL, and Prof. (Dr.) Shishir Sinha, Director General, CIPET. Senior officials from both organisations also attended the ceremony, marking a strengthened collaboration for social upliftment and workforce development.
Training Initiative for 280 Youth in Three States
Under the MoA, CIPET will conduct residential, job-oriented skill development programs designed for underserved and unemployed youth. The initiative will cover Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Assam, specifically focusing on regions surrounding key IOCL refineries located in Mathura, Panipat, and Guwahati.
A total of 280 beneficiaries will be trained under this program. The courses aim to equip participants with practical skills relevant to the petrochemical and manufacturing sectors, enhancing their employability and opening new livelihood opportunities.
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Focus on Industry-Relevant Skill Development
The collaboration combines CIPET’s expertise in technical training with IOCL’s commitment to community development. The skill programs will emphasize hands-on learning, industry standards, and job readiness to ensure that trainees are equipped to meet the needs of modern industrial workplaces.
Both organizations aim to create sustainable social impact by bridging skill gaps and supporting youth employment in regions where industrial operations play a major role in the local economy.
About CIPET
Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET) is a premier national institution under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India. It specializes in technical education, industrial training, and R&D in plastics, petrochemicals, and allied sectors. CIPET is known for its job-oriented courses and community-focused programs aimed at strengthening skill development across the country.
About IOCL
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) is India’s largest integrated public sector undertaking (PSU) in the energy sector, operating an extensive network of refineries, pipelines, and marketing units. Through its CSR and training initiatives, IOCL actively supports community development and skill-building programs to uplift youth and enhance employment opportunities in refinery-adjacent regions. IOCL’s Refineries Division plays a crucial role in driving technological progress and social welfare interventions across the country.
