Register your shop or office as required under state law.
ZegalWorks registers your shop, office or commercial establishment under your state's Shops and Establishments law and keeps it current.
What is Shop & Establishment Licence?
Each Indian state has a Shops and Establishments Act that regulates working conditions in commercial establishments such as shops, offices, restaurants and hotels. It covers working hours, holidays, leave and employment of staff, and generally requires registration with the state labour department.
Rules differ by state, including which establishments must register, the deadline after starting business and renewal terms. We confirm the exact requirement for your state and handle the application.
Who this is for
A good fit if you
- Run a shop, office, restaurant, clinic or other commercial premises
- Employ staff, or plan to
- Need the registration for a bank account, loan or other licences
- Are opening a new branch in a different state
Something else may suit you better if
You are a sole operator with no premises. Registration may not apply, depending on your state.
You need local municipal approval. See trade licence.
You need PF or ESI registration. See PF and ESI registration.
What you need
We confirm the exact list for your situation during your free consultation.
- Business details
- Name, nature of business, date of commencement and PAN.
- Employer details
- Name, ID and address of the employer or partners.
- Premises proof
- Ownership or rent agreement, and utility bill.
- Employee information
- Number of employees and their roles.
- State rules
- Forms, fees and renewal terms vary by state.
- Display
- The certificate must usually be displayed at the premises.
What ZegalWorks handles for you
- Check. We confirm whether and how your state requires registration.
- Prepare. We collect business, premises and employee details.
- Apply. We file the application with the state labour department.
- Follow up. We answer any department queries.
- Maintain. We track renewals and updates when staff numbers change.
How long it takes and what it costs
Timing depends on the state labour department, and many states process online applications within days.
Your total cost has two parts: our professional fee, and any government or statutory fees that apply. Government fees are set by the authority and vary by case, so we give you an itemised quote before you commit to anything. See our pricing page for packages.
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Most businesses need more than one of these. They are all handled by the same ZegalWorks team.
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