Side Hussle Idea: How To Open HPCL LPG Agency Dealership - Easy Steps, Official Website

In recent times, a fake approval letter circulating online, allegedly from HPCL, has caught the attention of many hopeful entrepreneurs seeking to open an LPG dealership. These fraudulent offers promise easy access to becoming a distributor, but the government’s official handle has clarified that these claims are completely fake.

PIB Factcheck on social media platform X tweeted.

A fake approval letter circulating online claims to be from @HPCL and offers an LPG agency dealership.#PIBFactCheck

❌This approval letter is #FAKE

▶️Visit the official website https://t.co/UjnPSa8FR6 for authentic information

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— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck)

 "❌This approval letter is #FAKE
▶️Visit the official website http://lpgvitarakchayan.in for authentic information," PIB wrote.

If you're someone interested in starting a legitimate LPG dealership under HPCL or any other public sector oil marketing company (PSU OMC), there’s a process to follow. The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoPNG) has been promoting the LPG Vitarak Chayan scheme to expand LPG distribution across the country and provide better access to households, especially in rural areas.

Don’t fall for it!

The fake websites circulating online, such as ujjwaladealer.com and lpgvitarakchayan.org, use misleading names like "Ujjwala LPG Vitarak" and claim to offer direct business opportunities. These sites are part of a scam to exploit job seekers and aspiring business owners by asking them for money or personal information.

What's the official way to apply

To become a legitimate distributor for HPCL, BPCL, or IOCL, follow these steps through the official channels.

1. Visit the official website- Always refer to the authentic portal for LPG dealership information, like LPG Vitarak Chayan.
2. Choose the right Format- Depending on your location, you can apply for different types of distributorships, including:
   Sheheri Vitrak (Urban areas)
   Rurban Vitrak (Semi-urban areas)
   Gramin Vitrak (Rural areas)
   Durgam Kshetriya Vitrak (DKV) (Difficult-to-reach areas)
3. Check out the detailed brochures and guidelines available on the website to understand how the selection process works.
4. Be ready with the necessary documents required after the draw. Ensure everything is submitted through the official process.

 The MoPNG has cautioned the public against fraudsters by warning them about bogus emails or calls that ask for money.

What is the selection process?

Public sector oil marketing companies follow a transparent selection process for LPG distributorships. Advertisements for new appointments are regularly published in major newspapers, and the process is handled through official websites. The draw of lots is held after the applications are screened, and only eligible candidates are chosen.

The official guidelines make it clear that no third party is authorised to solicit money for selecting LPG distributors. Any requests for payment are fraudulent. Stay alert and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.