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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.

Timeline3–7 working days
Applies toShops, offices & commercial establishments
Validity1–5 years, renewable
Best forAny business with a physical premises

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.

1

Share your details

Tell us about your business and the licence you need.

2

Document preparation

We prepare and verify your application documents.

3

Filed with the authority

Your application is submitted to the relevant department.

4

Licence delivered

Receive your licence or registration certificate.

Timeline

What to expect from application to licence.

1
Day 1-2
Document prep
2
Day 3-5
Application filed
3
Day 6-10
Authority processing
4
Day 11-15
Licence issued

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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