🧾 What is Shop and Establishment Registration?
The Shop and Establishment Act is a state-specific labor law regulating the working conditions, wages, holidays, and employment terms of people employed in shops, commercial establishments, and offices.
Every business entity operating from a physical location—whether a retail shop, office, restaurant, clinic, or service center—is required to register under this Act within 30 days of starting operations.
This license is issued by the Labour Department of the respective state/UT.
✅ Benefits of Shop & Establishment License
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Legal Business Identity | Complies with local labor law and municipal regulations |
| Required for Current Account | Most banks ask for it when opening a business account |
| Makes Hiring Legal | Formalizes employer–employee relationship |
| Smooth Operations | Avoid penalties for running unregistered premises |
| Proof of Business Existence | Useful for licenses, government tenders, and verifications |
👤 Who Should Apply?
- Retailers, supermarkets & Kirana stores
- Offices, agencies, and consultancies
- Restaurants, food joints, cafés
- Clinics, pharmacies, and salons
- Repair and service centers
- Any commercial business with a physical location
📑 Documents Required
- Aadhaar and PAN Card of the business owner
- Proof of business address (rent agreement/ownership deed)
- Latest utility bill (electricity, water, etc.)
- Passport-size photograph
- Details of employees (if any)
- NOC from property owner (if rented)
🛠️ Services Included
- Business eligibility analysis
- Preparation and filing of application
- Uploading of required documents
- Coordination with local municipal authority
- Soft copy of Shop Act Certificate
- Renewal and amendment support
📋 Registration Process
| Step | Task | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ | Collect documents and verify business address | Day 1 |
| 2️⃣ | File application on state labor portal | Day 1–2 |
| 3️⃣ | Departmental verification (if applicable) | Day 3–5 |
| 4️⃣ | Issue of Shop & Establishment Certificate | Day 5–7 |
🕐 Total Time: 3–7 Working Days
📌 State-Wise Applicability
Each state has a separate Shop and Establishment Act, but the registration requirement is applicable PAN India.
We currently provide this service in:
- Andaman & Nicobar Islands
- West Bengal
- Tamil Nadu
- Maharashtra
- And more…
💡 Why Choose SITPakz Solution (SSPL)?
- 🏢 Specialized in shop & office-based compliance
- 📍 Local experience in Andaman region
- 📋 Proper documentation & fast processing
- 💬 Post-registration support for hiring or closure
- 💼 Help with MSME, GST, and business setup
💬 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Is Shop & Establishment License mandatory for freelancers?
➡️ Not if working from home alone. But if there’s a commercial location, it is mandatory.
Q. Can I get the license if I have no employees?
➡️ Yes. Even single-person businesses need it.
Q. What is the validity of the license?
➡️ Usually 1–5 years, depending on the state. Needs timely renewal.
Q. Is this different from trade license?
➡️ Yes. Trade license is issued by municipal corporation for specific trades. This is for employee regulation and shop legality.
