The Petroleum Act, 1934

The Petroleum Act, 1934

This edition of The Petroleum Act, 1934 (Act 30 of 1934), updated up to 2026, presents the complete and authoritative text of the law governing the import, transport, storage, production, refining, and blending of petroleum and petroleum products in India. Published as part of the Commercial’s Bare Act Series, it offers the pure statutory text—precisely as enacted and amended—making it an essential reference for legal practitioners, industry professionals, policymakers, and students specializing in energy and environmental law.

This volume also includes:
• The Petroleum Rules, 2002 (as amended by The Petroleum [Amendment] Rules, 2024, vide GSR 154[E], dated 4-3-2024)
• The Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines [Acquisition of Right of User in Land] Act, 1962 (as amended by Act 9 of 2017, dated 12-1-2017, effective from 1-3-2012)
• The Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines [Acquisition of Right of User in Land] Rules, 1963
• The Inflammable Substances Act, 1952

Comprehensive and up to date, this edition provides an in-depth legal framework for the regulation and safety of petroleum operations, addressing licensing, inspection, and compliance requirements. It is particularly suited for AIBE aspirants, law students, advocates, energy consultants, and regulatory authorities engaged in petroleum sector governance. The 2026 edition ensures complete legislative accuracy and practical relevance in the field of petroleum law and regulation.