For Information to all E&P Operators carrying out Exploration Activities in India :.

It has been decided by the competent authority that in deep water block, Wireline Flow Test (WFT) like MDT, RCI, and RDT or equivalent test will be considered for declaring a new hydrocarbon discovery as a discovery of potential commercial interest; as it is being practiced internationally. These tests should have the capability of Identifying and collecting fluid samples (Oil & Gas). Such test must establish the hydrocarbon flow potential of the reservoir(s).

However, for shallow water and onland blocks, conventional test needs to be carried out as per PSC to ascertain Potential Commercial Interest of the new hydrocarbon discoveries.