• Passport size photo of the applicant
•  Photo of the shop along with the owner
•  List of management employees and directors, if applicable
•  Details of employees, their wage rates and the company (Your teller will provide a performa for such details)
•  Address proof of establishment (Purchase Deed / lease deed (if rented))
•  Affidavit to be shared

1. What is the objective of the Shops & Establishments Act?

Every Indian state has enacted certain rules and regulations with regard to conditions of work. The objective is to secure uniform benefits for employees working in different establishments, from shops, commercial establishments and residential hotels to restaurants, theatres and other places of public amusement or entertainment.

2. When do we need to obtain Shops and Establishments Act license?

Every shop and establishment needs to register itself compulsorily under this Act within 30 days of commencement of work. This licens also acts a proof of establishment of business for other authorities. Example, banks require it for opening a current account of individual.

3. What are the records to be maintained under the Shops and Establishment Act?

Each State’s Shop and Establishment Act, require approval from Department of Labour and keep up-to-date registers regarding details of employment, fines, deductions and advances, salary and holidays. These may vary from state to state. Files related to annual holidays and number of employees need to be submitted to the office of the Municipal Corporation annually.

4. Do LLPs, Firms, Private limited company need to get Shop Licence?

The shop & establishment act is applicable to every office and shop where commercial activities are carried on even on employing one employee. An office/corporate office will be covered under the Shop & Establishment Act. and the provision of leave and other rules shall be applicable, even when your company is registered under companies Act.

5. Which are the specific cities where the service will be delivered?

The service is state specific in case you need a shop license and will be rendered only in specific cities being Noida, Gurgaon, Chandigarh and Delhi.