About

The Institute of Petroleum Technology (IPT) Karak is a landmark initiative by the Government of Pakistan, funded under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) at a cost of Rs. 2+ billion, with the Energy & Power Department via Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Oil & Gas Company Limited (KPOGCL) overseeing its execution. Approved by the Central Development Working Party (CDWP), IPT Karak is envisioned to become Pakistan’s first state-of-the-art petroleum institute offering internationally accredited technical education and certifications in oil, gas, and energy disciplines.

Vision & Purpose

IPT Karak was conceived to:

• Bridge the skills gap in Pakistan’s petroleum sector by producing highly specialized technicians and engineers.
• Enhance domestic oil & gas production through advanced training in drilling, seismic technology, and reservoir management.
• Boost foreign exchange reserves by creating professionals capable of working on modern drilling rigs (projected to repatriate Rs. 3.5 billion annually).
• Support Pakistan’s energy security by aligning with projects like TAPI Pipeline, Aramco’s Gwadar Refinery, and LNG expansions.

Key Features

Affiliation with Global Bodies:

• Partnerships with IWCF (International Well Control Forum), API (American Petroleum Institute), SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers), and AAPG (American Association of Petroleum Geologists).
• Currently registered KP BT&CE for 3 Years Diplomas, KP TTB & NAVTTC Islamabad for 6 months – 1 year diploma.

Cutting-Edge Programs:

• 3-Year DAE (Diploma of Associate Engineer) in:
  • Drilling & Drilling Fluids Technology
  • Petroleum Production & Processing
  • Mechanical/Electrical Instrumentation
• Short-Term Dipolma/Certifications (1–12 months) for matriculate/under-matriculate students.

Industry-Driven Curriculum:

• Designed with input from E&P companies (OGDCL, MOL, POL, Mari Petroluem etc).
• Hands-on training via simulated rigs, labs, and field exposure.

Strategic Location:

• Situated in Karak, the heart of KP’s oil/gas discoveries, ensuring direct industry access.

Project Status & Milestones

• Land Acquisition: 250 kanals secured (jointly funded by federal/provincial governments).
• Infrastructure: Construction of buildings are yet awaited for labs, workshops, and classrooms.
• Future Plans: Expansion to include research centers and international collaborations.

Impact on Pakistan’s Energy Future

• Job Creation: Thousands of technical roles in upstream operations, refineries, and pipelines.
• Economic Growth: Reducing reliance on foreign expertise (saving $200M/year).
• Technological Advancement: Pioneering sustainable extraction techniques and digital oilfield solutions.