SHOP & ESTABLISHMENT REGISTRATION CHECKLIST
State Shop and Establishment Act registration formalities
Eligibility & Category
- ☐ Confirm the establishment falls under the Act
- ☐ Identify the correct state and local authority
- ☐ Note headcount and nature of business
Documents
- ☐ PAN of business / proprietor
- ☐ Identity and address proof of owner
- ☐ Proof of premises (rent deed / ownership)
- ☐ Recent utility bill of the premises
- ☐ Photograph of the establishment / signboard
- ☐ Details of employees and working hours
- ☐ Constitution proof (partnership deed / incorporation)
Application
- ☐ Apply on the state labour department portal
- ☐ Fill establishment and employer details
- ☐ Pay fee based on number of employees
- ☐ Submit and track the application
- ☐ Download the registration certificate
Post-Registration
- ☐ Display the certificate at the premises
- ☐ Maintain attendance and wage registers
- ☐ Observe prescribed working-hour and holiday rules
- ☐ Update authority on any change in particulars
- ☐ Renew registration before expiry
Note: Requirements and fees differ by state; always follow the local municipal / labour department rules.