Business Premise. Legal Permission.
Shop and Establishment Registration in India
Register your office, shop, or commercial unit with the local labour authority under the Shops & Establishments Act
OverviewEvery business operating from a physical location — whether it’s an office, shop, godown, or even a co-working seat — is required to register under the Shop and Establishment Act of their respective state. This registration legalizes your place of business and is essential for licenses, banking, GST, and operational compliance. Start Bharat helps you register quickly and efficiently, handling state-specific forms, documentation, and labour department approvals — so your business stays fully compliant.
Who Is This For?Start Bharat’s Shop and Establishment Registration service is suitable for every business operating from a fixed physical location.
Retail Shops and Showrooms
Brick-and-mortar stores selling clothing, electronics, jewellery, hardware, groceries, or general retail items to customers.
Corporate Offices and Co-Working Units
Startups, agencies, or professionals working from shared or rented office spaces and requiring legal proof of operation.
Godowns, Warehouses, and Stock Units
Storage hubs used for logistics, dispatch, inventory keeping, or product fulfillment from a commercial space.
Home-Based Business Setups
Individuals using residential properties to run online stores, cloud kitchens, tuition centres, or MSME-compliant services.
Consultants, Trainers & Freelancers
Professionals such as coaches, developers, and advisors needing official business recognition for invoices or tenders.
Solutions OfferedStart Bharat handles your entire Shop and Establishment registration process with complete legal precision.
Benefits This registration ensures your business premises are officially recognized and allows smoother operations across departments.
Step-by-Step ProcessHere’s how Start Bharat simplifies your Shop and Establishment registration:
Share Premise & Ownership Details
Upload Aadhaar, PAN, address proof, rental agreement, and employee details (if any). Our team checks document validity.
File Online Application with State Portal
We draft and file the application with correct classification, activity codes, and jurisdiction-specific documents.
Submit Govt Fee & Await Department Processing
Challan or fee is paid digitally and acknowledgement is received. We track status on your behalf with follow-ups.
Receive Digital Certificate with Employer Rights
Your certificate is issued online with establishment ID, validity period, and download access from department portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve amassed a large number of frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Yes. While rules vary, most states require registration within 30 days of starting business from a fixed location.
Registration is still required for many uses — including opening a current account, applying for GST, or issuing invoices.
Typically 5–7 working days in most states. Some metro cities may take longer due to labour office verification.
No. Most states now process registration based on documents only. Inspections may occur later or in exceptional cases.
Yes. Banks accept Shop Act Certificates as valid business proof — especially when registering a current account.
Depends on your state — 1, 3, or 5 years. In Maharashtra, you may get lifetime registration for small businesses.