New Delhi: The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has issued a call for applications for the post of Director (Operations & Business Development) at Bharat Petro Resources Limited (BPRL), the upstream oil and gas subsidiary of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL).
The vacancy will arise on June 1, 2026, following the scheduled superannuation of current Director Krishnakant Joshi. As per the official PESB notification released on September 23, 2025, interested and eligible candidates have until October 21, 2025, to submit their applications via the PESB portal.
Eligibility Criteria: Engineering or Geo-Science Background Required
To be considered for the position, candidates must possess either:
- An Engineering degree, or
- A Postgraduate qualification in Geo-Science from a recognized university or institution.
Additionally, applicants should have at least five years of cumulative experience at a senior level in Operations or Business Development within the exploration and production (E&P) segment of the hydrocarbon sector during the last ten years.
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Open to Public and Private Sector Candidates
The post is open to candidates from both the public and private sectors, in keeping with PESB’s mandate to ensure merit-based and transparent leadership selection in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). Shortlisted candidates will undergo a selection process conducted by the PESB panel.
About BPRL and the Role
BPRL is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BPCL and is engaged in oil and gas exploration and production in India and overseas. The Director (Operations & BD) plays a crucial role in driving upstream business strategies, including partnerships, acquisitions, and field development plans.
Vacancy Timeline
- Post Vacant From: June 1, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: October 21, 2025
- Application Mode: Online via PESB Portal
About BPRL
Bharat Petro Resources Limited (BPRL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), focused on exploration and production (E&P) of oil and gas resources. It was established in 2006 with the objective of expanding BPCL’s presence in the upstream sector of the oil and gas industry. BPRL acquires, explores, and develops oil and gas assets globally. It has participating interests in blocks across various countries, including Brazil, Mozambique, Russia, UAE, Indonesia, and Timor Leste.
