Oil Mill

🌿 How to Set Up an Edible Oil Mill Plant

Setting up an edible oil mill plant is a profitable and sustainable business that caters to the increasing demand for healthy edible oils. Whether you are a small entrepreneur or a large investor, the following information will help you understand how to set up a plant with capacity-wise planning, cost structure, machinery, space requirements, and licensing needs.

🔧 Step-by-Step Setup Guide

1. Choose Capacity : Select your production capacity based on your budget, target market, and available resources.
   
   

2. Select Oilseeds  :  Common options include: mustard, soybean, groundnut (peanut), sunflower, sesame, cottonseed, etc.
   
   

3. Site Selection  :  Choose an industrial area with easy access to raw materials, transportation, and water/electricity supply.
   
   

4. Acquire Machinery : Procure machinery tailored to your production capacity (details below).
   
   

5. Obtain Licenses : Ensure legal compliance by obtaining the required licenses and registrations.
   
   

6. Install & Commission Plant  : Work with technical consultants for installation, staff hiring, and production trials.
   
   

🏭 Machinery Required

• Seed Cleaning Machine
  
  

• Oil Expeller / Screw Press Machine
  
  

• Boiler (for heating)
  
  

• Filter Press or Oil Filter Machine
  
  

• Neutralizer (for refining)
  
  

• Storage Tank
  
  

• Packaging Machine
  
  

• Electrical Panel & Wiring
  
  

• Conveyor Belts (optional)
  
  

📐 Area Requirements (Approximate)

Capacity                                              Built-up Area                                 Land Requirement

• 1 TPD (Ton Per Day)                       500–800 sq. ft                                 1,000–2,000 sq. ft

• 5 TPD                                              1,500–2,000 sq. ft                            3,000–5,000 sq. ft

• 10 TPD                                            3,000–4,000 sq. ft                            6,000–8,000 sq. ft

• 20 TPD                                            5,000–6,000 sq. ft                           10,000–12,000 sq. ft

Note: Area may vary depending on layout and automation.

💰 Project Cost by Capacity (Estimates)

Capacity                                              Estimated Total Cost (INR)                           Notes

• 1 TPD                                              ₹10 – ₹15 Lakhs                                              Small scale, manual operation

• 5 TPD                                              ₹30 – ₹40 Lakhs                                              Semi-automatic

• 10 TPD                                            ₹60 – ₹75 Lakhs                                              Semi-automatic with packaging

• 20 TPD                                            ₹1.2 – ₹1.5 Crores                                           Fully automatic

Includes: machinery, installation, civil work, utilities, initial working capital.

📜 Required Licenses & Approvals (India)

1. Company Registration – Private Limited/LLP/Proprietorship
   
   

2. FSSAI License – Mandatory for all food businesses
   
   

3. GST Registration
   
   

4. Factory License – As per local Factories Act
   
   

5. Trade License – From local municipal authority
   
   

6. Pollution Control Certificate – From State Pollution Control Board
   
   

7. BIS Certification (optional) – For branded oil
   
   

8. Weights & Measures Certification – For packing equipment
   
   

9. Fire Safety Certificate
   
   

📈 Why Invest in Edible Oil Processing?

• Increasing demand for quality oils
  
  

• High return on investment
  
  

• Export potential
  
  

• Government subsidies for agro-based industries (check local schemes)
  
  

If you're interested in starting your own edible oil mill plant, contact us for a Bank & NBFC finance, custom project report, equipment consultation, or site layout planning.