Membership and Registration
Join the Global Standard for Oil & Gas Professionalism
Every membership tier is built upon ANSI- and ISO-compliant frameworks, including ISO/IEC 17024 (Personnel Certification) and ISO 29001 (Quality Management for Oil and Gas Industries).
These frameworks ensure that all IBOGP® members—across geoscience, engineering, operations, HSE, digital systems, ESG, energy finance, and policy disciplines—meet globally validated standards of competence and professional conduct.
IBOGP® unites energy professionals from the upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors under one chartered global platform, fostering collaboration, leadership, and integrity in the pursuit of operational excellence and sustainable energy development.
Join the global movement redefining professionalism in oil and gas.
Together, we uphold the standards that power the world—safely, responsibly, and intelligently.
Types of Membership
A Global Pathway for Every Stage of Your Professional Journey
The International Board of Oil and Gas Professionals (IBOGP®) offers structured membership pathways designed to recognize and support professionals at every stage of their career—from students beginning their studies to industry executives shaping global energy policy.Each membership type is aligned with international ISO and ANSI standards, ensuring consistent competency, ethical practice, and leadership development across the oil, gas, and energy value chain.Whether you are advancing technical expertise, pursuing chartered credentials, or seeking institutional collaboration, IBOGP® provides a globally recognized framework that validates your professional growth and connects you to a worldwide network of certified excellence.
Student Member
- Who Should Join: Undergraduate or graduate students pursuing academic degrees in petroleum engineering, geology, data science, HSE, project management, or other energy disciplines.
- Eligibility: Proof of full-time student status.
- Benefits: • Discounted access to IBOGP® certification exams • Entry into mentorship and internship pipelines • Access to webinars, events, and student competitions • Digital badge and e-certificate of membership
- Annual Fee: $150
Associate Member (AIBOGP®)
- Who Should Join: Early-career professionals (0–5 years) or recent graduates starting their careers in oil & gas or energy services.
- Eligibility: Diploma or degree in energy-related fields.
- Benefits: • Eligibility to take entry-level certifications • Access to professional development sessions • Use of the post-nominal “AIBOGP®” • Networking with technical peer groups
- Annual Fee: $275
Certified Professional Member (CIBOGP®)
- Who Should Join: Mid-level professionals with active IBOGP® certifications in fields such as exploration, HSE, digital systems, energy finance, or process safety.
- Eligibility: • Completion of one or more IBOGP® certifications • 1-5 years of professional experience
- Benefits: • Use of the “CIBOGP®” post-nominal • Priority access to recertifications and workshops • Eligible to serve as exam reviewer or workshop mentor • Invitation to expert roundtables
- Exam Fee: $399.99
Chartered Member (Ch.IBOGP®)
- Who Should Join: Experienced engineers, project managers, senior technical professionals, HSE leaders, and operations managers who have completed an IBOGP® Chartered Certification Exam (e.g., CRSRE®, C-AIGAS®, CPEETS®, CSFSE®, etc.)
- Eligibility: • Successful completion of a Chartered-level certification • 1-5 years of progressive responsibility in the oil and gas sector
- Benefits: • Global recognition as a Chartered Professional • Use of the prestigious “Ch.IBOGP®” post-nominal • Featured profile in IBOGP® Professional Registry • Eligible to advise certification panels and curriculum • Chartered Member certificate, badge, and ISO-aligned credential
- Exam Fee: $450
Fellow (FIBOGP®)
- Who Should Join: Senior executives, distinguished engineers, policy experts, researchers, or consultants with more than 15 years of impact in oil & gas or energy innovation.
- Eligibility: • Nomination by peers or board, or direct application with a portfolio
- Benefits: • Use of “FIBOGP®” title • Lifetime designation (with continued engagement) • Opportunity to join standards advisory groups and boards • Speaking and authorship opportunities at global events
- Annual Fee: $2500
Honorary Member
- Who Should Join: Exceptional individuals, industry founders, regulators, or public leaders recognized for lifetime contributions to the energy industry.
- Eligibility: • By invitation only from the IBOGP® Board of Governors.
- Benefits:• Lifetime membership with global recognition • Advisory role in ethics, education, and outreach • Public recognition and honorary certificate
- Fee: Waived
Academic & Research Affiliate
- Who Should Join: Professors, lecturers, or researchers in oil & gas institutions or R&D centers. Eligibility: Faculty appointment or publication record in relevant fields.
- Benefits: • Access to research grants, curriculum collaboration • Role in certification review and validation • Use of “Academic Affiliate - IBOGP®” designation
- Annual Fee: $800
Corporate / Institutional Membership
- Who Should Join: Oil & gas companies, training providers, universities, service firms, or government agencies interested in aligning talent pipelines with global standards.
- Eligibility: Verified business or institutional registration.
- Benefits: • Training and certification packages for employees • Featured as an IBOGP® Partner Organization • Custom on-site workshops and chartered certification routes • Co-development of training curricula aligned to ISO 29001
- Annual Fee: Tiered by organization size (starting at $4,500)
Registration Process
1. Choose Your Membership Category
Determine your most eligible tier based on experience and certification status.
2. Complete the Online Application
Provide relevant documentation (degree, resume/CV, certificates, etc.).
3. Review & Verification
Your application is reviewed by the Membership Committee (5–7 business days).
4. Welcome Letter & Member Portal Access
Receive your digital certificate, badge, and portal credentials.
5. Start Engaging
Access certifications, discussion forums, exclusive research, and global opportunities.
Why Join IBOGP®?
- Recognized by ANSI and aligned with ISO 17024 and ISO 29001
- Access to over 70+ modern certifications for energy transition and oilfield excellence
- Stay ahead in a rapidly digitizing, decarbonizing, and regulated sector
- Expand your network across 50+ countries
- Shape global standards in petroleum engineering, ESG, digitalization, and energy leadership
