Practice A · Start a Business
Shops & Establishment Registration
This state-level registration is required for almost any commercial establishment with a physical premises and employees, and is often the first document a bank asks for when opening a current account. We file it with the relevant state labour department.
At a glance
Why it matters
What Shops & Establishment Registration gets you
- Required to open a business current account in most banks
- State-mandated for any commercial premises
- Governs working hours and employee conditions
Before you start
Documents you'll need
- PAN of the business
- Proof of business address
- List of employees, if any
- Photograph of the premises
Process
How we handle it
Consultation
A free call with a filing expert to confirm scope, eligibility and the documents you'll need.
Documentation
We send a checklist and verify every document before anything is submitted — no rejected filings from typos.
Filing
Your application is drafted and lodged with the relevant authority under your assigned expert's name.
Tracking
Live status updates as the filing moves through the registry — visible to you, not just to us.
Delivery & compliance
Certificates or documents delivered digitally, with any recurring deadlines scheduled automatically.
Questions
Frequently asked
How long does Shops & Establishment Registration take?
5-7 working days.
What documents are required?
You'll need PAN of the business, Proof of business address, List of employees, if any, Photograph of the premises.
How much does it cost?
We quote a fixed fee upfront after a free consultation, since the exact cost depends on your state, entity type, and specific requirement. Government fees, where applicable, are always billed separately at cost.
Do I need to visit an office?
No — the entire process is handled remotely. Documents are collected digitally, and signatures use Aadhaar e-sign or a Digital Signature Certificate where required.
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Ready to get started with Shops & Establishment Registration?
Book a free consultation — a filing expert will confirm eligibility and next steps within one business day.