- It should possess high calorific value.
- It should have proper ignition temperature. The ignition temperature of the fuel should neither be too low nor too high.
- It should not produce poisonous products during combustion. In other words, it should not cause pollution o combustion.
- It should have moderate rate of combustion.
- Combustion should be easily controllable i.e., combustion of fuel should be easy to start or stop as and when required.
- It should not leave behind much ash on combustion.
- It should be easily available in plenty.
- It should have low moisture content.
- It should be cheap.
- It should be easy to handle and transport.
