Open Your Own Petrol Pump: Guide to License, Land, Investment & Application

• Major companies like Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum, Hindustan Petroleum, and Reliance invite applications for petrol pumps via websites and newspaper ads.
• Land requirements vary: 66x66 ft for small pumps, 135-165x165-200 ft for highway pumps; clear ownership or valid lease is mandatory.
• Applicants need NOCs from various departments, a Police Character Certificate, and must be at least 21 years old.
• Initial investment ranges from ₹50 lakh to ₹1 crore for a small pump, plus license fees of ₹5-15 lakh.
• The business offers a commission of ₹2-3/liter on petrol and ₹2-2.5/liter on diesel, making it profitable long-term.

Why It Matters: A comprehensive guide to opening a petrol pump, covering eligibility, land, investment, and application.