PESO License Consultant
Quick answer: PESO licensing for fuel storage, petrol pumps, LPG and pressure vessels runs through the PESO portal and the National Single Window System — but the District Magistrate's safety NOC is usually the longest step. We coordinate that NOC and the full application end to end.
What PESO covers
PESO (Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation) licensing applies across the Petroleum Act 1934/Petroleum Rules 2002 (fuel storage, petrol pumps), the Explosives Act 1884/Explosives Rules 2008, the Gas Cylinder Rules 2016, and the SMPV(U) Rules 2016 for pressure vessels — LPG, ammonia and CO2 tanks among them.
Petroleum storage licence — the process
| Step | Detail |
|---|---|
| Registration | On the National Single Window System (NSWS) |
| Application | On the PESO portal — Form XIV for dispensing installations (petrol pumps), Form XV/XVI for other storage |
| District NOC | Under Rule 144, from the District Magistrate — usually usable for 3 years from issue, and typically the longest step |
| Plan/layout approval | With prescribed safety distances |
| Construction & inspection | Site built to approved plan, then inspected |
| Licence grant | Issued on satisfactory inspection |
Fees: for Form XV/XVI storage, the published schedule is ₹5,000 for the first 50 kL plus ₹50 per additional kL, capped at ₹50,000 per calendar year per class; amendments/transfers cost ₹2,000. Small diesel (Class B) storage below the exempt limit needs no licence but must still meet safety conditions — we confirm the exact exemption quantity for your case before advising either way.
Renewal: apply on or before expiry. Late renewal within one year carries a late fee of one-fourth of the licence fee per three months of delay; beyond one year past expiry, you must file a fresh application with a new District NOC — there's no shortcut back.
Typical timeline: 30-90 days from a complete application to grant, with the District NOC usually the step that determines how long the whole process actually takes.
Who needs this
New retail fuel outlets, LPG distributors, industrial diesel or furnace-oil storage, CNG and SMPV pressure-vessel installations, and fireworks traders ahead of the festive season. The District Magistrate NOC is exactly the kind of departmental coordination work this firm handles routinely — we track the application through the DM's office rather than leaving a client to follow up alone.
Talk to us before you file anything
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a PESO licence for a diesel tank running my DG set?
Only above the exempt storage quantities for that petroleum class — below the exempt limit no licence is needed, though safety rules still apply. We check your exact tank capacity against the current exemption limits before advising either way.
What's the first step for a petrol pump or fuel-storage licence?
Register on the National Single Window System, apply on the PESO portal using the relevant form (Form XIV for installations with dispensing, like petrol pumps), and obtain the District Magistrate's NOC under Rule 144 — this NOC is usually the longest step in the whole process.
How long does PESO approval typically take?
Commonly 30-90 days from a complete application, not counting the time needed for the District Magistrate's NOC or any construction work — the DM NOC specifically is the step most likely to add delay.
What if my PESO licence has already expired?
You can renew within one year of expiry by paying a late fee of one-fourth of the licence fee per three-month period of delay. Beyond one year past expiry, renewal isn't possible — you'll need a fresh application with a new District Magistrate NOC.
Is the PESO application process online?
Yes — fully online through PESO's own portal, integrated with the National Single Window System, including fee payment. PESO is the first department to have all of its licensing modules integrated with NSWS at transaction level.
What does a PESO licence actually cost?
For storage licences (Form XV/XVI), the published fee schedule is ₹5,000 for the first 50 kilolitres plus ₹50 per additional kilolitre, capped at ₹50,000 per calendar year per class; amendments or transfers cost ₹2,000. Confirm the exact current schedule for your specific class before budgeting.