PESB Announces Vacancy for ONGC Chairman Post
New Delhi: The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB), Government of India, has issued an advertisement for the post of Chairman of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC).
The vacancy will arise on 7 December 2026. The post is in the Schedule ‘A’ Maharatna CPSE category and carries a pay scale of ₹2,00,000 to ₹3,70,000 (IDA).
About ONGC
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) is one of India’s largest energy companies. It works in oil and gas exploration, production, refining, power generation, petrochemicals, and renewable energy.
Role of Chairman
The Chairman is responsible for leading ONGC and ensuring overall performance and growth of the company. Key responsibilities include:
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Managing company operations and strategy
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Driving revenue and profitability
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Leading long-term growth plans
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Expanding business through acquisitions and partnerships
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Strengthening technology and innovation
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Managing subsidiaries and joint ventures
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Ensuring compliance and governance
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be between 45 to 59 years of age.
Candidates should be working in:
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Central Government / CPSE / State PSUs / Private companies (large organizations), or
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Senior leadership positions such as Board-level executives
They must also have:
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Engineering / CA / Cost Accounting / MBA or equivalent qualification
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At least 5 years of relevant experience in oil & gas, operations, finance, projects, or related sectors
Tenure
The appointment will be for 3 years, extendable up to 5 years based on performance.
Application Details
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Last date for online application: 21 July 2026 (3:00 PM)
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Last date for submission through proper channel: 30 July 2026 (5:00 PM)
Applications can be submitted online through the PESB website.
Important Note
PESB has clearly stated that incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.