Shop Act License

How do I register my shop?

As a business owner of a shop or establishment, you are compulsorily required to get the same registered under the Shops and Establishment Act. Here are the specific rules: Submit an application in the prescribed form to the Inspector of the area within 30 days of starting any work in your shop/establishment.

Registration of Shops and Establishments

• Log on to the official website of your state.
• Select the registering procedure as individual or organization.
• Provide your mobile no to obtain OTP for registration.
• Fill the OTP appeared on your mobile.
• Provide your mail Id and information asked for registration.

Documents required for obtaining Trade License –

1. Pan Card.
2. A bank statement of the establishment of the trade.
3. Certificate of establishment.
4. Premises proof in the form, either electricity bill, water bill or sale deed.
5. Colour photograph, ID proof and Address Proof of the owner/partners.

Is Shop Act compulsory for GST registration?

Shop and Establishment Act License

This license isn’t mandatory at all places, but it is required to be obtained according to the local laws. It is issued by the municipal corporation and is issued on the basis of the number of employees.