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Published on: Aug 17, 2026

Paperless Licensing Process For Petroleum Road Tankers

The DPIIT launched the paperless licensing process to improve ease of doing business. The paperless licensing process applies to all the road tankers who transports petroleum. The procedure shall reduce the waiting period and paperwork through multiple officials. The digital licensing strengthens the 'Digital India' and green India initiative. The license can be applied through the official website of the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO). For grant of a license, the applicant shall process the application through online. The application process must include all the necessary documents, applications, and processing fees. All the processes initiated by the officials for the application process shall be informed through e-mail or SMS.

Objectives

  • Increase transparency through digitalization in the application process
  • Provide a simple mechanism to reduce processing time and move towards the paperless application process. Reduce the print of the license.
  • Update the up to date process of the application
  • To automate the application and verification process for the benefit of the petroleum road tanker owners

Application Process

Step 1: To apply for the license access the PESO application login page Step 2: Click on 'Apply Online' > Click on ' Petroleum, Gas Cylinders, SMPV (U) Rules Application Login PESO-official-page PESO official page Step 3: If the not registered with PESO, click on 'New User' PESO-Login-page PESO Login page Step 4: Select 'New License'. On the applicant type, select "company, individual, partnership firm, society or government." Fill all the other licensee details and click on 'Save.' PESO- New-User PESO New User Step 5: Login into the PESO portal using the login ID and password Step 6: Click on 'New Application' for applying the new license to transport Class A and B Petroleum. The application is termed as Form VII. Step 7: Select the office type and office Step 8: Fill all the details as per the RC Book address Step 9: Fill all the vehicle and parking details including engine and chassis number Step 10: Fill all the details of capacity and validity. The details must include CCE's approval number, tank manufacturing date, and the number of years license is required. If the license capacity of the tanker is less than 25KL, the applicant must choose less than 5KL for each compartment. Step 11: After filling all the details, upload the drawing details and documents. The document should be uploaded in PDF format only. The size of the documents should not be more than 512 kb. The uploaded documents can be verified for editing. Click 'Save' after filling all the details. Step 12: After filling all the details, print the application form and sign at the required pages. The form shall then be uploaded along with the signature of the applicant Step 13: Click on the 'Print Online Application' Step 14: Add the DocKey and click on 'Save.' Step 15: To view the letter and license being granted, click on the list of licenses and click 'View.' Step 16: In the case of discrepancy compliance, do not apply it as 'New Application.'

Revalidation Process

Step 1: Open the official website of PESO Step 2: Click on 'Apply Online' > Click on ' Petroleum, Gas Cylinders, SMPV (U) Rules Application Login PESO-official-page Step 3: Click on FPS Revalidation New User. PESO-Login-page Step 4: Fill all the details with valid credentials. Upload the company's logo. Enter a user name and password for login purposes. Click 'Save.' FPS-Registration FPS Registration Step 5: After successful registration, the User shall receive an email with an activation link. Click on the link to log into the website. Step 6: Click on Cylinder Manufacturer (Revalidation) Step 7: The applicant shall provide all the necessary details along with rules, purpose, and Form Number. Click on 'Save' after furnishing all the details. Step 8: Click on 'Drawing Details > Click on 'Add drawing details' Step 9: Fill with relevant details such as CCE's Approval Number, Type of the cylinder, subcategory, and others. Click on 'Save' after providing all the details. The user shall be provided with an option to edit for further details. Step 10: Click on 'Organisational Setup Manpower Details' > Click on 'Add Organisational Setup Manpower Details.' Step 11: Fill with relevant details and click 'Save.' The user shall be provided with an option to edit for further details. Step 12: Click on 'Cylinder Manufacturing Approval Details (Under BIS Marking Scheme) > Click on 'Add Cylinder Manufacturing Approval Details' (Under BIS Marking Scheme). Step 13: Provide BIS License Number and BIS Name. The user shall be provided with an option to edit for further details. Step 14: Click on 'Third Party Inspection Agency Details' > Click on 'Add Third Party Inspection Agency Details.' Click on 'Save.' Step 15: After filling all the details, click on 'Save and Submit.' Step 16: Click on 'Print' for filing reference. For application status, the applicant can click on 'Application Status' at the bottom of the page.

Renewal Payment for Licenses

The renewal payment can be made through DD or online.

Step 1: Open the official website of PESO Step 2: Click on 'Apply Online' > Click on ' Petroleum, Gas Cylinders, SMPV (U) Rules Application Login PESO-official-page Step 3: Log into the official website of PESO PESO-Login-page Step 4: Click on Portfolio > Provide DocKey > Click 'Save' Step 5: Click on Subsequent Application (Portfolio) Step 6:  Under Transaction, choose Renewal Step 7: Select the office and click 'Save.' Step 8: Click on 'Add Payment Details' Step 9: Fill all the details with relevant information > click 'Submit' > Click 'Save.'
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Paperless Licensing for Petroleum Road Tankers.

The paperless licensing process is an initiative launched by the DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) to improve ease of doing business for petroleum road tankers. It aims to digitalize the licensing process, reduce paperwork, and increase transparency through an online application and verification system.
The paperless licensing process benefits petroleum road tanker owners by providing a simple mechanism to apply for licenses online, reducing processing time and paperwork through multiple officials. It also aligns with the 'Digital India' and 'Green India' initiatives by minimizing paper usage.
You can apply for a license to transport petroleum through road tankers by accessing the official website of the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO). The application process, including uploading necessary documents and payment of fees, can be done online through the PESO portal.
The steps involved in applying for a new license through the paperless process include creating a user account on the PESO portal, selecting the 'New License' option, filling in details about the applicant, vehicle, and tanker capacity, uploading required documents, and submitting the application online.
To renew an existing license for a petroleum road tanker, you need to log in to the PESO portal, navigate to the 'Revalidation' section, and follow the steps to provide updated details, documents, and payment for renewal.
The payment for license renewal can be made through a Demand Draft (DD) or online. You need to log in to the PESO portal, navigate to the 'Portfolio' section, select the 'Renewal' option under 'Transaction,' and follow the steps to provide payment details and submit the payment.
You can track the status of your license application or renewal by logging in to the PESO portal and checking the 'Application Status' section. The portal will provide updates on the progress of your application, and you may also receive notifications via email or SMS.
The advantages of the paperless licensing process include increased transparency through digitalization, reduced processing time due to online application and verification, minimized paper usage, and streamlined application processes for the benefit of petroleum road tanker owners.
During the online application process, you may need to upload documents such as vehicle registration certificates (RC Books), drawings or diagrams of the tanker, approvals from relevant authorities (e.g., CCE's approval number), and any other necessary documents specified by PESO in PDF format.
Yes, the paperless licensing process applies to all road tankers transporting petroleum, as per the initiative launched by the DPIIT to improve ease of doing business and promote digitalization in the petroleum transportation sector.