FACTORY LICENCE | PLAN APPROVAL | INDUSTRIAL COMPLIANCE
Factory Licence and Factory Plan Approval Services
Professional assistance for factory plan approval,
site and building planning, manufacturing unit
setup, factory licence, machinery layout,
worker safety documentation and related
industrial regulatory requirements.
BBSR Services supports manufacturers, MSMEs,
startups, industrial entrepreneurs, investors
and established businesses across India with
dedicated support for Odisha-based industrial
projects.
Factory Licence and Plan Approval
Establishing a manufacturing unit involves much more
than constructing a building and installing machinery.
Depending on the nature of the manufacturing process,
worker strength, use of power, hazardous substances,
machinery, emissions, waste generation and location,
different approvals and compliance requirements may
apply.
Factory plan approval is generally concerned with the
proposed site, building, manufacturing areas, plant
and machinery arrangement, safety provisions,
ventilation, lighting, emergency arrangements,
access and other relevant aspects.
Factory licensing and operational compliance are
separate from several other approvals that may be
required for an industrial project, such as pollution
control approvals, fire safety approvals, building
approvals, electrical approvals, environmental
permissions, product-specific licences and other
sector-specific permissions.
Factory Setup Should Begin With Compliance Planning
Before constructing the factory building or
purchasing major machinery, entrepreneurs should
evaluate the proposed manufacturing process,
site, building layout, machinery arrangement,
worker strength, utilities, safety requirements
and applicable regulatory approvals.
When Does a Manufacturing Unit Become a Factory?
Under the current Occupational Safety, Health and
Working Conditions framework, the general definition
of a factory covers premises where a manufacturing
process is carried on with the aid of power with
20 or more workers, or without the aid of power with
40 or more workers, subject to the applicable legal
framework and state-specific provisions.
Important health, safety and welfare provisions can
apply to establishments with 10 or more employees,
and hazardous or life-threatening activities may be
subject to additional requirements irrespective of
ordinary worker thresholds.
Therefore, the question of whether a unit requires
factory registration or licensing should not be
determined only by counting workers. The manufacturing
process, machinery, power usage, hazardous operations,
state rules and nature of the establishment should
also be examined.
01
Manufacturing With Power
A manufacturing premises with the applicable
worker threshold and manufacturing process
carried on with the aid of power can fall
within the factory framework.
02
Manufacturing Without Power
Manufacturing premises operating without
power can also fall within the factory
framework when the applicable worker
threshold is reached.
03
Hazardous Activities
Hazardous or life-threatening manufacturing
activities may attract special safety and
regulatory requirements.
04
State-Specific Requirements
Applicable state rules and notifications
should be checked before deciding the
exact approval and licensing route.
Types of Factories and Manufacturing Units We Support
Factory licensing requirements vary significantly
according to the manufacturing process. BBSR Services
can assist with preliminary compliance assessment
for different categories of manufacturing projects.
Food Processing
Food processing, packaged food, snacks,
beverages and allied manufacturing.
Agriculture Processing
Rice mills, flour mills, oil mills,
spice processing and agri-processing units.
Pharmaceutical
Pharmaceutical and eligible drug
manufacturing facilities.
Chemical
Chemical manufacturing and processing
facilities.
Engineering
Engineering components, fabrication,
machinery and industrial equipment.
Metal Industry
Metal processing, fabrication, foundry
and related industrial units.
Plastic Industry
Plastic products, moulding, packaging
and polymer-based manufacturing.
Paper and Printing
Paper products, printing, packaging
and allied manufacturing.
Textile and Garments
Textile processing, garments and
manufacturing operations.
Electrical Products
Electrical equipment, components,
appliances and related products.
Electronics
Electronic equipment, assemblies,
devices and components.
Automobile
Automobile components, body building,
repair manufacturing and allied units.
Water and Beverage
Water processing, beverages and
related manufacturing facilities.
Consumer Products
Household, consumer and personal-use
product manufacturing.
Building Materials
Construction products, blocks, tiles,
pipes and allied products.
Machinery Manufacturing
Industrial machines, equipment and
machinery components.
Testing and Laboratory
Eligible industrial testing and
laboratory-related manufacturing operations.
Recycling
Material recovery, recycling and
processing units subject to applicable rules.
Forest Products
Wood, furniture, paper and other
eligible forest-based manufacturing.
Packaging
Packaging materials, containers,
cartons and industrial packaging.
Factory Plan Approval
Factory plan approval is one of the most important
stages when setting up a new manufacturing facility
or substantially modifying an existing industrial
premises.
The proposed factory plan should be developed after
understanding the manufacturing process, production
capacity, machinery, material movement, worker
movement, storage requirements, ventilation, lighting,
emergency access and safety arrangements.
01
Site Plan
Location, plot boundaries, access roads,
surrounding premises and relevant site
information.
02
Building Plan
Factory building layout, rooms, floors,
production areas and other relevant spaces.
03
Machinery Layout
Positioning of plant, machinery, equipment
and safe working areas.
04
Worker Movement
Safe access, circulation, passages,
workspaces and operational movement.
05
Ventilation
Natural or mechanical ventilation according
to the manufacturing process.
06
Lighting
Appropriate lighting and workplace visibility
based on the nature of work.
07
Emergency Exit
Emergency movement and evacuation
arrangements.
08
Safety Arrangement
Machinery safety, fire prevention,
protective systems and other safety measures.
What Should Be Considered in a Factory Layout?
A professional factory layout should be designed
around the actual manufacturing process rather than
simply preparing a building floor plan.
01
Manufacturing process flow
02
Raw material receiving area
03
Raw material storage
04
Production area
05
Machinery and equipment
06
Finished goods area
07
Quality control area
08
Packaging area
09
Waste handling area
10
Worker facilities
11
Electrical and utility areas
12
Emergency access
13
Fire safety provisions
14
Ventilation arrangements
15
Safe machine-to-machine spacing
16
Safe machine-to-wall spacing
Factory Setup Compliance From Land to Production
01
Project Concept
Identify product, capacity, technology,
investment and manufacturing process.
02
Site Assessment
Evaluate land, location, access, utilities,
zoning and industrial suitability.
03
Factory Layout
Prepare process-oriented factory layout
and machinery positioning.
04
Plan Approval
Submit the applicable factory plan and
supporting documents for approval.
05
Building and Construction
Construct the factory according to the
approved plan and applicable permissions.
06
Machinery Installation
Install plant and machinery with appropriate
safety and operational clearances.
07
Safety and Compliance
Implement workplace safety, welfare,
emergency and other applicable requirements.
08
Factory Licence
Complete the applicable registration,
licensing and operational compliance process.
Our Factory Licence Services
01
Factory Applicability Assessment
Review the manufacturing process, worker
strength, machinery and power usage.
02
Factory Plan Preparation
Coordination for preparation of applicable
factory plans and supporting drawings.
03
Plan Approval Assistance
Assistance with documentation and submission
for applicable plan approval.
04
New Factory Licence
Assistance with the applicable factory
licensing process for new manufacturing units.
05
Factory Licence Renewal
Support for renewal and continuing
compliance where applicable.
06
Factory Amendment
Assistance when relevant factory
particulars or operations change.
07
Expansion and Modification
Support for expansion, additional machinery,
additional production areas or changes.
08
Factory Compliance Review
Review of documentation and key compliance
requirements for existing manufacturing units.
Documents Generally Required for Factory Approval
Exact documentation varies according to the state,
industry, manufacturing process, premises, machinery,
worker strength and project characteristics.
Business Documents
- PAN of entity
- Constitution documents
- Certificate of incorporation where applicable
- Business address details
- Authorisation documents
Land and Building
- Land ownership or lease documents
- Site information
- Building-related documents
- Approved building drawings where applicable
- Site and key plan
Factory Drawings
- Site plan
- Factory floor plan
- Machinery layout
- Elevations where required
- Sections and other relevant drawings
Manufacturing Details
- Manufacturing process
- Product details
- Production capacity
- Raw materials
- Machinery details
Worker Information
- Proposed worker strength
- Worker categories
- Shift details
- Manager / responsible person details
- Occupier details
Safety and Utilities
- Electrical details
- Fire safety information
- Ventilation details
- Emergency arrangements
- Utility details
Factory Licence Is Only One Part of Industrial Compliance
A manufacturing project can require multiple
approvals depending on the product, location,
production process, pollution potential, building,
machinery, workforce and sector.
Pollution Control
Consent and environmental compliance may be
applicable according to the industrial activity.
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Fire Safety
Fire safety approval and installation
requirements may apply.
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Electrical Approval
Electrical installation and safety approvals
may be required.
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Legal Metrology
Applicable for weighing, measuring and
packaged commodity activities.
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Drug Licence
Applicable for eligible pharmaceutical
manufacturing activities.
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FSSAI Licence
Relevant for applicable food manufacturing
and processing businesses.
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BIS Registration
Product standards and certification may
apply to specified products.
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Barcode Registration
Product identification and barcode support.
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Factory Classification Should Be Based on the Manufacturing Process
The compliance strategy for a factory should not be
based only on whether it is called a small, medium
or large factory. The actual manufacturing process
and associated risks are important.
General Manufacturing
Garments, furniture, packaging, assembly,
simple fabrication and other manufacturing
activities may have a comparatively different
compliance profile.
Process Industries
Food processing, chemical processing,
metal processing, plastic processing and
other process-based industries require
detailed assessment.
Hazardous Manufacturing
Chemical, pharmaceutical, explosive,
highly hazardous or other risk-intensive
processes can require additional safety,
environmental and emergency planning.
Specialised Industries
Industries such as pharmaceuticals,
petroleum-related activities, food,
electrical products and specialised
manufacturing may have additional
sector-specific requirements.
New Factory Setup Consultancy
If you are planning a new factory, it is advisable
to evaluate the regulatory structure before
construction begins.
Business Concept
Product, capacity, technology and
investment planning.
Site Selection
Evaluate location, land and infrastructure
suitability.
Building Planning
Plan the factory building around the
manufacturing process.
Machinery Planning
Plan machine positioning and production flow.
Regulatory Planning
Identify licences, approvals and
sector-specific requirements.
Financial Planning
Estimate project cost, working capital
and funding requirements.
Existing Factory Expansion and Modification
Existing factories often require regulatory review
when there is an increase in production capacity,
installation of new machinery, structural expansion,
change in manufacturing process or significant
modification of the factory premises.
01
Additional Machinery
02
Production Capacity Increase
03
Factory Building Extension
04
New Manufacturing Process
05
Change in Product
06
Additional Workers
07
Additional Shift
08
Factory Layout Modification
Factory Licence Services Across India
Factory licensing is administered through the
applicable state framework for factories located
within each state, while certain industries and
establishments may fall under central jurisdiction.
BBSR Services provides project and documentation
assistance for industrial businesses across India.
North India
Industrial projects in Delhi, Haryana,
Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and other
northern regions.
South India
Manufacturing businesses in Karnataka,
Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh,
Kerala and other regions.
West India
Industrial units in Maharashtra, Gujarat,
Goa, Madhya Pradesh and surrounding regions.
East and Northeast
Industrial businesses in Odisha, West Bengal,
Bihar, Jharkhand, Assam and other states.
Factory Licence and Plan Approval in Odisha
BBSR Services provides dedicated assistance for
factory setup, factory plan approval, factory
licence and industrial compliance requirements
in Odisha.
We support industrial projects in Bhubaneswar,
Cuttack, Khordha, Puri, Rourkela, Sambalpur,
Jharsuguda, Balasore, Ganjam, Berhampur, Jajpur,
Keonjhar, Angul, Dhenkanal, Bargarh, Balangir,
Kalahandi, Nuapada, Nabarangpur, Koraput,
Rayagada and other parts of Odisha.
Bhubaneswar
Cuttack
Khordha
Puri
Rourkela
Sambalpur
Jharsuguda
Balasore
Ganjam
Berhampur
Jajpur
Keonjhar
Angul
Dhenkanal
Bargarh
Balangir
Kalahandi
Nuapada
Nabarangpur
Koraput
Rayagada
Complete Industrial Project Support
For entrepreneurs planning a factory, BBSR Services
can connect the factory licence requirement with
broader business, financial, regulatory and
industrial consultancy services.
Specialised Manufacturing Compliance Support
Common Factory Setup and Licence Mistakes
01
Construction Before Plan Review
Starting construction without first assessing
the applicable factory plan requirements.
02
Poor Machinery Layout
Installing machines without considering
safe working space and process movement.
03
Ignoring Related Approvals
Assuming the factory licence alone covers
pollution, fire, electrical or product
requirements.
04
Incorrect Factory Category
Treating every manufacturing unit as having
the same compliance requirements.
05
Capacity Changes
Increasing production or adding machinery
without reviewing applicable approvals.
06
Incomplete Documentation
Submitting inconsistent land, building,
machinery or business information.
Why Choose BBSR Services for Factory Compliance?
01
Pan India Support
Assistance for manufacturing projects
across India.
02
Odisha Industrial Focus
Dedicated understanding of Odisha-based
industrial projects and entrepreneurs.
03
Multi-Industry Approach
Support across food, engineering, chemical,
pharmaceutical, agriculture, textile,
packaging and other industries.
04
Plan and Licence Approach
We consider the factory plan and licensing
requirements together.
05
Related Approvals
Identify related industrial licences and
regulatory requirements.
06
Business-Oriented Support
Connect factory compliance with business
planning, funding and expansion requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions About Factory Licence
What is a Factory Licence?
A factory licence is a regulatory authorisation
applicable to factories under the relevant
occupational safety and working-condition
framework and applicable state rules.
What is Factory Plan Approval?
Factory plan approval concerns the proposed
factory site, building, manufacturing areas,
plant and machinery arrangement and applicable
safety and workplace provisions.
Is every manufacturing business a factory?
Not necessarily. Whether an establishment falls
within the factory framework depends on factors
including the manufacturing process, worker
strength, use of power and applicable legal
provisions.
What is the current general factory threshold?
Under the current OSH Code framework, the general
definition uses 20 or more workers where
manufacturing is carried on with power and
40 or more workers where manufacturing is carried
on without power, subject to applicable state
provisions and special cases.
Does a small factory need safety compliance?
Important occupational health, safety and welfare
provisions can apply to establishments with
10 or more employees. Specific hazardous
activities can attract additional requirements.
Is factory plan approval required before construction?
Where applicable, factory planning and prior
approval requirements should be evaluated before
construction or major modification of the
manufacturing premises.
Can an existing factory add new machinery?
Yes, but significant machinery additions,
production changes, expansion or modification
may require review of the applicable approvals
and factory plan.
Does Factory Licence cover Pollution Control?
No. Pollution control requirements are separate
and depend on the nature and environmental impact
of the industrial activity.
Does Factory Licence cover Fire NOC?
Fire safety requirements are separate from factory
licensing and may require their own assessment,
installation and approval.
Can you help with factory layout?
Yes. BBSR Services can coordinate factory planning
and documentation requirements, including site
plan, building layout and machinery layout,
subject to the technical scope of the project.
Do you provide factory licence services in Odisha?
Yes. We provide factory licence, factory plan
approval and related industrial compliance
assistance across Odisha.
Do you provide factory consultancy across India?
Yes. BBSR Services supports eligible industrial
businesses across India, with the applicable
state-specific requirements being assessed for
each project.
Planning a New Factory or Expanding an Existing Unit?
Share your proposed industry, location, land area,
manufacturing process, machinery, power requirement,
production capacity and worker strength with BBSR
Services. We can help you identify the factory
plan, licence and related regulatory requirements
relevant to your project.
Need More Than a Factory Licence?
BBSR Services can support your complete business and
industrial setup, including company registration,
factory planning, pollution compliance, fire safety,
GST, MSME, funding, financial planning, product
testing, certification, import-export and business
expansion.
Important Disclaimer:
Factory licensing, plan approval, worker thresholds,
safety requirements, fees, documents, technical
specifications and approval procedures may vary
according to the applicable law, state rules,
notifications, industry, manufacturing process,
hazardous nature and project characteristics.
This page is for general information and service
guidance only and should not be treated as a final
legal or technical determination for a particular
factory. A project-specific assessment should be
completed before construction, expansion or
commencement of manufacturing.