Shri Chacko M. Jose Appointed Head of BPCL Kochi Refinery

New Delhi, February 20, 2026: Shri Chacko M. Jose assumed charge as the Head of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s (BPCL) Kochi Refinery on 20 February 2026. In his new role as Executive Director, he will lead the operations of one of India’s largest public sector petroleum refineries.

Professional and Educational Background

Shri Chacko M. Jose is a graduate in Chemical Engineering from Government Engineering College, Thrissur. He also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Cochin University of Science and Technology.

With an illustrious career spanning over 35 years, Shri Chacko has garnered extensive experience across three major petroleum refineries in India. Over the course of his service, he has handled diverse portfolios including:

Refinery Operations
Technical Services
Projects and Engineering
Energy Management
Environment Management

Before taking over at Kochi Refinery, he served as the Head of BPCL’s Bina Refinery, where he was responsible for overall operational excellence and strategic oversight.

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Personal and Local Background

Shri Chacko M. Jose belongs to the Mazhuvanchery family and hails from Ayyampilly in Ernakulam district, Kerala.

Leadership Transition

Shri Chacko succeeds Shri M. Sankar, who has been appointed as the Head of BPCL’s Mumbai Refinery. The transition reflects BPCL’s focus on leveraging seasoned leadership across its refining network to ensure optimal performance, operational continuity, and growth in India’s energy sector.

Strategic Importance

Under his leadership, Kochi Refinery is expected to continue driving safety, sustainability, and efficiency, aligned with BPCL’s broader goals of operational excellence and value creation for stakeholders.