Refinery projects in India
India’s refining sector is undergoing a major transformation, with large-scale refinery projects in India driving growth, modernization, and energy security. As one of the world’s top refining hubs, India is expanding its capacity to meet surging domestic demand while positioning itself as a key exporter of petroleum products to Asia and beyond.
The country’s total refining capacity has already crossed 250 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), but ambitious expansion projects are underway to push it beyond 300 MTPA in the coming decade. Flagship developments include the Ratnagiri Refinery and Petrochemical Complex in Maharashtra—set to be one of the world’s largest integrated refineries—and the Barmer Refinery in Rajasthan, which will boost local employment and industrial activity.
Public sector companies such as Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum, and Hindustan Petroleum are investing heavily in modernization to improve efficiency, produce cleaner fuels, and align with India’s BS-VI emission standards. Simultaneously, private players like Reliance Industries and Nayara Energy continue to expand their refining and petrochemical footprints, strengthening India’s position in global energy markets.
According to Indian Petroplus, the new generation of refinery projects in India is increasingly focused on sustainability—integrating green hydrogen, biofuel blending, and carbon capture technologies to reduce emissions and support the national net-zero vision. These refineries are not just energy assets; they are catalysts for regional development, technology innovation, and trade competitiveness.
As India’s energy demand continues to rise, these projects represent the backbone of its energy security strategy. With a forward-looking policy framework and strong industry collaboration, refinery expansion is set to power India’s transition toward a cleaner, more resilient energy future, Petroleum Infrastructure, Energy India, Refining Capacity, Oil Refineries India, Energy Infrastructure.
