DSF Bid Round IV

With the objective to augment domestic production of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Government of India announces the DSF Bid Round IV offering 55 Discoveries across 9 Contract Areas with ~260 MMTOE In-Place (2P, O+OEG).

KEY IMPROVEMENTS FOR INVESTOR FRIENDLY DSF BID ROUND IV BUSINESS MODEL :

  • Bundling of discoveries in each contract area for cost-effective integrated development.
  • Introduction of Rationalized period beyond the development period - up to max 10 years.
  • Early monetization incentive extended to the Rationalized period.
  • Early monetization incentive: Revenue share thresholds further reduced.
  • Re-introduction of Extra days for additional stability.
  • Clarity on payment of financial dues and exchange rates.
  • Swapping of bid Work program wells across discoveries in the contract area.
Timelines

15th April, 2025

Launch of DSF Bid Round IV

31st July, 2025

Bid Submission Closing