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Shop Act Registration
(Gumasta License)

The primary "Proof of Business" for any Shop, Hotel, or Commercial Establishment. Mandatory to open a Bank Account and avoid Labor Department penalties.

20k+

Registered

5-10

Days Time

100%

State Legal

Valid Across All States (Maharashtra, Delhi, Karnataka, etc.)

Register Your Shop

No Office Visit Required.

MANDATORY: Registration must be obtained within 30 days of commencing business operations.

Why Shop Act License?

Bank Account

It acts as the primary legal proof of your entity's existence, essential for opening a Current Account.

Legal Compliance

Avoids raids by the State Labor Department and protects your business from heavy fines.

Government Benefits

Enables you to apply for MSME Registration and other government schemes for small businesses.

Registration Packages

We handle state-specific procedures for you.

Intimation (0 Employees)

Basic Self-Employed / Family Biz
  • Form F / Intimation Filing
  • Registration Certificate
  • Online Process
  • For shops with 0-9 employees (varies by state)
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Registration (Employees)

POPULAR
Standard Shops with 10+ Staff
  • Full Registration (Form A)
  • Labour Dept Fee Payment
  • Liaison with Inspector
  • Certificate Issuance
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Compliance Pack

Premium Complete Legal Cover
  • Shop Act Registration
  • MSME Registration
  • Professional Tax (PTEC/PTRC)
  • Business Commencement Guide
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Documents Required

Simple checklist for quick approval:

ID Proof (PAN & Aadhaar of Owner/Partners)
Shop Photo (Front view with Name Board)
Address Proof (Electricity Bill / Rent Agreement)
Business Proof (MOA / Partnership Deed - if applicable)
Employee Details (If any)

Registration Process

1

Application

We create your profile on the respective State Labor Department website.

2

Upload & Fee

We upload your documents (Shop Photo, KYC) and pay the govt fee online.

3

Verification

The Labor Inspector verifies the application (Physical inspection is rare now).

Certificate

Download the digitally signed Shop Act License instantly upon approval.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it mandatory for Online Businesses?

Yes. Even if you run an online business from home, you need a Shop Act license to legalize your business address and open a bank account in the business name.

How long is the license valid?

Validity depends on the state.
Maharashtra: Lifetime (for 0-9 employees).
Delhi/Karnataka: Needs periodic renewal (1 to 5 years).

What is the government fee?

The government fee varies by state and number of employees. It can range from ₹0 (exempt categories) to ₹5000+. We will calculate the exact fee based on your details.

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Get your Shop & Establishment Certificate without visiting government offices.

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