Shop & Establishment Registration — The Basic Licence Every Business Needs
Register your commercial premises under the state Shop & Establishment Act, a foundational licence required for most local business operations.
Why founders choose this over doing it themselves.
Legally operate your premises
Required by most states before you can run a shop or office.
Needed for other approvals
Often required as supporting proof for a current account or other licences.
State-specific handling
We handle the process according to your specific state's rules.
Who is eligible
- Any shop, commercial establishment or office with a physical premises
- Applies to businesses employing staff as well as those that don't
- State-specific thresholds and rules may apply
Documents required
- PAN card and identity proof of the owner
- Proof of business address (rent agreement / ownership deed)
- Details of employees, if any
- Passport-size photograph of the owner
How it works.
A simple path from application to your licence.
Share your details
Tell us about your business and the licence you need.
Document preparation
We prepare and verify your application documents.
Filed with the authority
Your application is submitted to the relevant department.
Licence delivered
Receive your licence or registration certificate.
Timeline
What to expect from application to licence.
Pricing
Frequently asked questions
Requirements vary by state, but most states require it for any commercial premises, including home offices in some cases.
Typically every 1 to 5 years depending on the state and the validity period chosen at registration.
Some states require registration even for home-based businesses — we can confirm the rule for your specific state.
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