Gas Cylinder License Consultant

Gas Cylinder Rules , 2016 ( Under Explosives Act, 1884 )

• Any organization involved in the storage, filling, revalidation, trading, or transportation of gas cylinders (filled or empty) must obtain a license from PESO. This includes industrial gases like oxygen, nitrogen, acetylene, hydrogen, LPG, and others used in manufacturing, welding, healthcare, and distribution networks.

• Oxygen (O₂)

• Nitrogen (N₂)

• Acetylene (C₂H₂)

• Argon

• Hydrogen (H₂)

• Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

• Compressed Air

• LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)

• Ammonia

• Chlorine

• Helium

Commonly Regulated Substances under Gas Cylinder License

Forms & Application Process

• Form A – For possession and storage of gas cylinders above threshold quantity
  Issued by: PESO (Chief Controller of Explosives)

• Form B – For filling of gas cylinders at authorized filling stations
  Issued by: PESO

• Form C – For revalidation/testing of gas cylinders
  Issued by: PESO

• Form D – For import/export of gas cylinders
  Issued by: PESO / DGFT

• Renewal Application Form – For periodic license renewal (every 1–3 years)

Processing Time: 30–45 working days
Renewal: Required every 1 to 3 years based on license type

Alpha Engineers Can assist with

• Determine the correct license type for your gas usage or facility

• Prepare application forms, drawings, and safety documentation

• Liaison with PESO for inspections and approvals

• Coordinate with TPIA for cylinder testing and compliance certification

• Handle renewals, amendments, and expansions of existing licenses

• Provide end-to-end support for new gas bottling/filling units