It has been accorded the Institute of National Importance status and a governance structure similar to that available to IITs & NITs etc.

[19][34] During fiscal 2016–17, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has allocated additional ₹ 47 crores while the institute remains independent to generate more funds for operational purposes through college fees and other funds/awards.

[52] Admission process depends on several factors including aptitude, intellect, personality and learning of the student.

The selected students are a group who have qualified at-least one of the required admission tests like JEE-Mains/Advanced, WBJEE, SEE-AKTU and even SATs.

[57] Kaltarang is the annual cultural and sports fest of Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology, Amethi.