The Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO), formerly known as the Department of Explosives, is the apex regulatory authority under the Government of India responsible for regulating the safe handling of petroleum, explosives, and other hazardous substances. It functions under DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, and is headquartered in Nagpur with a nationwide network of regional and sub-circle offices.
At PCN Global India, we provide complete consultancy support for PESO approvals to ensure full regulatory compliance before operations begin.
⚖️ Legal Basis: Petroleum Act 1934 · Explosives Act 1884 · Inflammable Substances Act 1952 · Gas Cylinder Rules 2016 · SMPV (U) Rules 2016 · Petroleum Rules 2002 · Explosives Rules 2008 · Calcium Carbide Rules 1987. All filings happen on the unified peso.gov.in portal.
Retail fuel stations and licensed petroleum distribution points handling daily fuel storage and sales.
Large-scale storage terminals, refineries, and distribution depots for crude oil and petroleum products.
Units involved in manufacturing, importing, or trading explosives, fireworks, and regulated pyrotechnics.
Manufacturers and suppliers of oxygen, LPG, nitrogen, and other compressed gas cylinders for industrial and medical use.
Logistics operators transporting LPG, petroleum, chemicals, and other hazardous liquid materials.
Manufacturing facilities handling, storing, or processing inflammable chemicals and regulated pharmaceutical substances.
| PESO Service | Purpose | Validity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Petroleum Class-A Licence |
Storage of Class-A petroleum (flash point < 23°C) — petrol, MS, hexane, naphtha. | 3 Years | ⛽ Petroleum |
Petroleum Class-B Licence |
Storage of Class-B petroleum (FP 23–65°C) — kerosene, JP-fuels, SKO. | 3 Years | ⛽ Petroleum |
Petroleum Class-C Licence |
Storage of Class-C petroleum (FP 65–93°C) — diesel, HSD, FO, lube oils. | 3 Years | ⛽ Petroleum |
Explosives Licence (LE-1 to LE-7) |
Manufacture, possession, storage, sale, import or export of explosives. | 3 / 5 Years | 🔥 Explosives |
Gas Cylinder Type Approval |
Design / type approval of gas cylinders, valves, regulators under GCR 2016. | 5 Years | 🛢️ Cylinder |
SMPV (Unfired) Approval |
Design / type approval of static & mobile pressure vessels for compressed gases. | 5 Years | 🛢️ Vessel |
LPG Bottling / Storage Licence |
LPG bottling plants, bulk storage, auto-LPG dispensing stations. | 3 Years | 💨 LPG |
CNG Station Approval |
CNG mother / daughter / booster stations & cascade vehicles. | 3 Years | 💨 CNG |
LNG Storage & Regas Facility |
LNG terminals, satellite stations & vapouriser units. | 3 Years | 💨 LNG |
Calcium Carbide Licence |
Manufacture, possession & sale of calcium carbide under CCR 1987. | 3 Years | ⚗️ Carbide |
Pyrotechnic / Fireworks Licence |
Manufacture, sale & transport of fireworks & pyrotechnic articles. | 1 / 3 Years | 🎆 Pyro |
Cinematograph Film Licence |
Storage of cinematograph (nitrate) film & raw film stock — niche use. | 3 Years | 🎞️ Film |
At PCN Global India, we manage the complete PESO approval lifecycle—from initial feasibility and drawings to inspection coordination and final licence issuance—ensuring full compliance with all applicable safety regulations.
We identify the correct PESO scheme — Petroleum / Explosives / GCR / SMPV / CCR / Pyrotechnic — based on product, capacity, location & storage class.
Preparation of plot plan, layout, P&ID, electrical area classification, hazardous-area drawings & safety distance calculations as per rules.
Collection of mandatory NOCs from District Magistrate, Fire Department, Police, Municipality, Pollution Board & Land authorities.
Filing on PESO portal using relevant forms (Form XIV, XV, XVI, LE forms etc.) with challan and fee payment submission.
Statutory newspaper publication for petroleum and explosives licences and handling of objections if raised.
Site inspection by Joint Chief Controller / Deputy Chief Controller for safety compliance verification.
Resolution of inspection remarks related to fire safety, ventilation, electricals, signage & structural compliance.
Final digitally signed PESO licence is issued via portal with guidance on renewal and compliance obligations.
Document and drawing requirements vary depending on the applicable rules such as Petroleum Rules, Explosives Rules, Gas Cylinder Rules (GCR), SMPV (U) Rules, CCR, and Pyrotechnic regulations.
Whether you are setting up a petrol pump, an LPG bottling plant, or seeking type approval for CNG cylinders and pressure vessels—PCN Global India provides complete end-to-end PESO compliance support with strong technical expertise and coordination across the PESO regulatory network.
PESO functions under a comprehensive legal framework consisting of multiple Acts and subordinate rules governing the safe handling, storage, transport, and use of petroleum, explosives, gases, and pressure vessels in India.
| Act / Rule | Coverage | Common Use |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Act, 1934 | Import, transport, storage, refining & blending of petroleum | All petroleum facilities |
| Petroleum Rules, 2002 | Detailed procedural framework under the Petroleum Act | Class A/B/C licensing |
| Explosives Act, 1884 | Manufacture, possession, sale, transport & import/export of explosives | Industrial explosives |
| Explosives Rules, 2008 | Forms LE-1 to LE-7 — site, transport, magazine, sale licences | Magazines & manufacturing units |
| Inflammable Substances Act, 1952 | Inflammable substances declared under the Act | Solvents, thinners |
| Gas Cylinder Rules, 2016 (GCR) | Design, manufacture, filling, storage & transport of gas cylinders | Cylinder type approval |
| Static and Mobile Pressure Vessel (SMPV) Rules, 2016 | Design, fabrication, testing & use of pressure vessels for compressed gases | Bullets, vessels, tankers |
| Calcium Carbide Rules, 1987 | Manufacture, storage & sale of calcium carbide | Acetylene applications |
| Cinematograph Film Rules, 1948 | Storage of cinematograph (nitrate) films | Niche film storage |
| MSIHC Rules, 1989 | Manufacture, Storage & Import of Hazardous Chemicals (MAH sites) | Major hazard chemical sites |
📚 Reference Standards: OISD-117 (Petroleum Retail Outlets) · OISD-150 (LPG) · IS 6044, IS 7240 (LPG bottling) · IS 7241 (LPG storage) · IS 7142 / 7285 (Cylinders) · ASME Sec VIII / IS 2825 (Pressure vessels) · NFPA 30 / NFPA 58 (international cross-reference).
PESO is headquartered in Nagpur and operates through a nationwide network of Circle Offices, Sub-Circle Offices, and Branch Offices to regulate petroleum, explosives, compressed gases, and pressure vessels across India.
| PESO Office | Jurisdiction Highlights | Best Suited For |
|---|---|---|
| Head Office — Nagpur | Chief Controller of Explosives, all-India policy, type approvals | Type / design approvals |
| Circle Office — East (Kolkata) | West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, NE states | Eastern India sites |
| Circle Office — West (Mumbai) | Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, MP — petroleum & pharma hub | Western India sites |
| Circle Office — North (Faridabad) | Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, UP, J&K, Uttarakhand | North India sites |
| Circle Office — South (Chennai) | Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Pondicherry, Andaman | South India sites |
| Sub-Circle — Hyderabad | Telangana, Andhra Pradesh — pharma, chemicals | Pharma / API plants |
| Sub-Circle — Ahmedabad | Gujarat — Mundra, Hazira, Dahej, Vadodara | Petrochemical & LNG hubs |
| Sub-Circle — Pune | Western Maharashtra — auto, engineering | Auto sector LPG / paint |
| Sub-Circle — Bangalore | Karnataka — IT, electronics | Industrial gases |
| Sub-Circle — Vadodara / Bharuch | South Gujarat chemical zone | Chemical / solvent sites |
| Sub-Circle — Visakhapatnam | AP coast — refinery, LPG, fertiliser | Refinery / LNG |
| Sub-Circle — Cochin | Kerala — petroleum, marine bunkering | Marine fuel terminals |
⚠️ Important: Jurisdiction is determined by the location of your facility & the type of approval (site licence vs. type approval). Filing with the wrong office leads to rejection. We confirm jurisdiction & route the file correctly first time.
Common questions about PESO licences, type approvals & safety regulations in India.
PESO (Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation), formerly the Department of Explosives, is the regulatory authority under DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. It is headquartered in Nagpur under the Chief Controller of Explosives. PESO operates through regional circle and sub-circle offices across India, and all applications are filed via the official online portal.
Petroleum is classified based on flash point:
Explosives licences are issued under different forms:
Yes. All gas cylinders, valves, regulators, and pressure accessories require PESO Type Approval under Gas Cylinder Rules, 2016, in addition to BIS certification. Approval is based on design evaluation, material testing, and compliance with relevant Indian Standards.
Don’t let complex safety drawings, multi-department NOC approvals, or PESO inspections delay your project commissioning.
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