PESO Certification Step-by-Step in Maharashtra (2025)

🏁 1. Introduction

The Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization (PESO) certification is mandatory in India for handling hazardous materials like gas cylinders, petroleum, and explosives. In Maharashtra, any business involved in manufacture, storage, transport, or usage of explosive materials must get certified.

PESO ensures that installations comply with safety standards under the Explosives Act, 1884 and Petroleum Act, 1934.

📢 Latest 2024 Update: PESO has launched the new online application portal for faster approval and tracking.

📜 2. Types of Licenses Offered

PESO issues various licenses based on the nature of operations. Here are the key ones:

• 🛢️ License to Store Petroleum in Bulk (Form XIV, XV)
• 🔥 License to Store LPG Cylinders (Form XI)
• 🧯 License for Explosives Manufacturing Units
• 🚚 License for Gas Cylinder Testing Stations
• 🔄 License for Pressure Vessel Import and Use
• 🏭 License to Manufacture Compressors/Valves/Regulators

👤 3. Who Needs These Services?

You must apply for PESO certification if you are:

• A gas cylinder manufacturer or LPG bottler
• A petroleum or CNG storage provider
• A factory storing diesel/petrol over the threshold limit
• A testing station or compressor unit
• Any business involved in hazardous substances or explosive material

💡 Even a fuel station or CNG pump requires a valid PESO license.

🤝 4. Why Choose a License Registration Service Provider?

The PESO process includes technical layouts, safety compliance, and site inspections. Common challenges include:

• Preparing detailed layout plans
• Responding to inspection queries
• Resubmitting modified applications
• Handling regional office communications

✅ A registration expert ensures zero rejections and faster approval.

🧭 5. Registration Process – Step-by-Step

Here’s a simplified breakdown of the PESO certification flow:

1. 🔍 Identify applicable license type
2. 📝 Register
3. 📑 Fill online application form
4. 📤 Upload technical documents and drawings
5. 💳 Pay government fee online
6. 📆 Inspection by PESO official
7. 🧾 Compliance report & modifications (if any)
8. 🪪 License approval & download

💡 Track progress using your registered PESO portal login.

📂 6. Required Documents

Here’s the document checklist:

• Company Registration Certificate
• PAN & GST of the entity
• Layout Drawing (AutoCAD or hand-drawn with scale)
• Fire NOC from local authority
• CCOE approved drawing (if applicable)
• Lease deed / Land papers
• Previous PESO license (for renewal)
• Compliance Report (for pressure vessels)

💰 7. Cost Involved

🎯 Fee depends on license type, storage quantity & risk category.

⏱️ 8. Time Taken

🚀 Total time: 20–35 working days (if documents are accurate).

⚠️ 9. Common Mistakes to Avoid

• ❌ Submitting low-quality or incorrect layout plans
• ❌ Delaying site preparation before inspection
• ❌ Applying under the wrong license category
• ❌ Incomplete fire safety documentation
• ❌ Ignoring compliance modifications suggested by inspectors

🛑 Such errors can delay approvals or even lead to rejection.

📞 10. Call-to-Action (CTA)

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❓ 11. FAQs

Q1. Is PESO certification mandatory for diesel storage?
Yes, if the quantity exceeds threshold limits (above 2,500 liters for diesel).

Q2. Can PESO license be transferred if business ownership changes?
No. A new application is required in case of ownership change.

Q3. Do LPG dealers need PESO approval?
Absolutely. LPG bottling and distribution require Form XI or XIV licenses.

Q4. How long is the PESO license valid?
Typically valid for 3–5 years, depending on the license type.

Q5. How to renew PESO license?
Apply through the PESO portal 30 days before expiry, with updated documents.