"I am particularly happy to be with you today in this institution, which is one of the unique institutions in the country imparting education on petroleum and energy which is lifeline for all activities in the nation."

"In essence I would suggest UPES to give world leadership in quality manpower generation for exploration of energy sources."

"I would recommend the University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES) to take the lead and enable establishment of model bio-diesel plants with the inputs of Jatropha coming from different parts of the country."
The then Hon'ble President of India
H.E. Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

"I do hope this University will address itself to the need for paradigm shift from conventional energy development to sustainable energy development and work out an appropriate holistic development model for ensuring energy security."

"Your University has earned a distinct place amongst institutions of higher education in the country, imparting quality education and research in the key economic area of petroleum and energy. I also congratulate the entire hydrocarbon fraternity for their benign support to this University which is creating top quality human resources dedicated to the spirit of innovation and research to provide much needed leadership to the ever expanding frontiers of the oils, gas and energy sectors."
The then Hon'ble Vice President
Mr. Bhairon Singh Sekhawat

"UPES is setting up an example which needs to be replicated."
H.E. Governor Mr. B. L. Joshi