What is the meaning of Shop and Establishment registration?

Almost all types of business entities need to get registration under the Shop and Establishment Act. The act empowers every Indian state government to regulate commercial establishments’ operating conditions in their respective state.

A shop license is necessary for all commercial establishments such as shops, restaurants, amusement places, retail stores, and trade ventures. Such establishments need to obtain a Gumasta or Shop License within 30 days of initiation of business. The License ensures various benefits for the business as well as for the employees working under the establishment.

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    Benefits of gumasta licence for your business

    Assuring that your shop or commercial establishment has an authentic Gumasta Licence from the state government can prove very beneficial for your business. Some of the assured benefits include:

    • Businesses registered for the Gumasta Licence are eligible to avail of the various government schemes launched to support small businesses, such as Seed Money Scheme (SMS), Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme, District Industries, Centre Loan Scheme, and many more.
    • Businesses registered under the Gumasta Licence cannot be shut down by the police without a proper legal notice from the high court.
    • Gumasta Licence is essentially a proof that your business is legal and registered with the state government, ensuring that you don’t sell any illegal substances or are involved in any business activities which are unlawful under the state legislature.
    • Gumasta Licence is essentially a proof that your business is legal and registered with the state government, ensuring that you don’t sell any illegal substances or are involved in any business activities which are unlawful under the state legislature.
    • You can easily open a business account in any bank or avail easy loans if you have a Gumasta Licence.
    • A Gumasta Licence regulates and ensures employment conditions in your shop or commercial building. This means that more employees will be attracted towards your business with an assurance of suitable work conditions.
    • A Gumasta Licence protects your business from shutdown or closure to some extent due to any legal disputes.
    At Legal Dalal, we offer impeccable legal assistance for obtaining Gumasta or a shop license in all states of India, irrespective of the location of your venture
    Here is how our legal experts will assist you:
    • Filling the online or offline registration forms on your behalf with the information provided by you.
    • Submitting your documents on the portal or the offline registration office, wherever required.
    • Helping you with hands-on assistance from beginning to end of the registration process.
    • Resolving any doubts or queries related to the Shop and Establishment Act that you may have.
    • Complete legal assistance in modification or renewal of Gumasta Licence.

    Modification of Shop and Establishment Registration

    According to the Shop and Establishment Act, if there are any alterations in the registration details for the shop license, you need to intimate the relevant state government authorities about the same. It is important to report changes such as name change, address change, or a change in the business category. You should submit the change application with the necessary copies of physical documents showcasing the modification to the respective state government authority.

    Legal Dalal is at your service for all types of registration and modification needs for a Gumasta License. Contact now!

    Required documents for Shop And Establishment registration

    The specific documents required for the registration may differ as per your state. the standard set of documents include:

    • Copy of PAN Card of proprietor/director/partner
    • Proof of address
    • Proof of possession for shop/establishment
    • Passport size photos
    • Proof of Identification such as Aadhar

    Documents required for Shop and Establishment Act/Gumasta License

    You can register your shop or commercial establishment for Gumasta Licence either as a Sole proprietor or with a business partner. Based on your choice, you will need to submit the following documents:

    Sole Proprietor / Individual

    • Aadhar card
    • Photograph of the owner
    • Signature

    Partnership/LLP/HUF/PVT LTD

    • Certificate of incorporation/ partnership deed/ LLP agreement
    • PAN of Company
    • Aadhar card, Pan card and passport size photo of all (Partner or Director)
    • Photograph of Shop/Office with Banner
    • Address Proof (any one)
    • Property tax receipt
    • Municipal Khata copy
    • Electricity bill copy Ownership deed/document (in the case of owned property)
    • Lease / rent agreement (in case of leased / rented property

    Process of Shop Act (Gumasta) Registration/Modification

    Shop Act (Gumasta) Registration/Modification registration with Legal Dalal is easy and effortless. Your online Shop Act (Gumasta) Registration/Modification registration will be finished in five simple steps:
    Get free consultation from our certified customer care representative

     Fill a simple application form

     Make easy online payment

    Upload your documents on our portal

    Receive your Shop Act (Gumasta) Registration/Modification certificate on your registered email address

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    FAQs

    Every shop or commercial establishment in India needs to have a Gumasta License to legalise the business and property. It is a certificate that authorises you to manage and operate your business on your commercial property, issued by your state government.
    The Shop and Establishment Act states that it is mandatory for every shop or commercial business to be registered with the state government within 30 days of the initiation of the business. The act also regulates employment conditions, such as working hours, lunch breaks, holidays, tidy workplace, etc., to ensure employee rights and benefits. The act also makes it necessary for the business to intimidate the state about any changes in the address, name or business category, or in case of a shutdown.
    Yes, it is necessary for every shop or commercial building to be registered for Gumasta Licence under their respective state government. In case of a failure to do so, your shop can be seized by the legal authorities.
    You can get your Gumasta Licence effortlessly with legal Assistance from experts at Legal Dalal. All you need to do is to give us a call.
    Gumasta Licence ensures the following benefits for your business: - Availability of loans - Attract more employees - Eligible for Government schemes - Legalise business - Ease of business transactions - Regulation of Employee Benefits

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