NEW DELHI. The Government of India has granted a one-year extension to ONGC Chairman Arun Kumar Singh, extending his term until December 6, 2026. The decision comes just a week before the completion of his current three-year tenure. Shri Singh, a former BPCL CMD and seasoned energy sector professional, was originally appointed under relaxed age norms—an unusual move for the leadership of a major public sector enterprise.
Alongside the extension, the government has initiated the process to find his long-term successor. A three-member Search-cum-Selection Committee (SCSC) has been constituted, headed by PESB Chairperson Mallika Srinivasan. Newly appointed Petroleum Secretary Neeraj Mittal will serve as a member, while former IOCL Chairman B. Ashok has been included as an outside expert of eminence.
