The registration of Shops and Establishments has been put into place so as to regulate the working and employment conditions in shops and commercial establishments across the country. This law promotes the industrial safety and welfare of the employees that work in such establishments. The Department of Labour of each state administers this law. The Company Registration India is an online forum that is regulated and comes under the purview of the Companies Act, 2013. The site also adheres to the guidelines set by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and is processed by the Registrar of Companies from the Central Registration Centre (CRC). This portal for registering companies has a web-based filing system that we can assist you to fill. A “shop” is defined as any premise where trading or business activities are carried out, or where services are provided to the customers. An “establishment” is defined as a commercial, trading, banking, or insurance-based establishment where individuals employed are engaged primarily in office work. Subject to a few exceptions, all types of shops and establishments come under the purview of this act.
There are various types of entities recognized under the Indian Law
Private Limited Company
Public Company
Sole Proprietorship
One Person Company, Partnership
Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
Non Government Organization (NGO)
Limited Company
Section-8 Company
Nidhi Company
Producer Company
The following are the major advantages of incorporating a shop Establishment in India versus other entity types.
Legitimacy: The legal right to do business under the Act’s authority is obtained by getting a shops and establishments license and submitting proof of business, such as a partnership or proprietorship. He/she will not be disturbed or harassed by police enforcement.
Encourages better employee management: A business registered under a shop act has to follow certain code of conduct and guarantee certain rights and benefits to its employees under the act. Thus it fosters a healthier work culture and ensures peace of mind of both the employers and employees.
Advantage of Government Benefits: A Shops and Establishments Act license gives you access to a number of government initiatives and incentives aimed at promoting small businesses. Businesses that are registered under the shop and establishment regulations can also take advantage of low-interest bank loans, financial plans, and programmes.
Name and address of the establishment
Full name of the employer
Nature of business
Name of the manager
Date of establishment commencement
Employee details
Documentation for shop registration
The procedure for obtaining the Shop and Establishment Registration Certificate differs from state to state. It can be obtained online or offline.
For obtaining the registration certificate online, the proprietor or owner of the shop or business must log into the respective State Labour Department website. The proprietor or owner must fill the application form for the registration under the Shop and Establishment Act, upload the documents and pay the prescribed fees. The prescribed fees differ from state to state. Once the registration form is approved, the registration certificate will be issued online to the proprietor or owner of the business.
For obtaining the registration certificate offline, the registration application is to be filled and submitted to the Chief Inspector of the concerned area along with the prescribed fees. The Chief Inspector will issue the registration certificate to the owner or proprietor after being satisfied with the correctness of the application.
The registration application form contains the details relating to the name of the employer and establishment, address and category of the establishment, number of employees and other relevant details as required. The registration application needs to be renewed before the expiry of the period of registration. The validity of the Shop and Establishment Certificate differs from state to state. Some states provide the Certificate valid for a lifetime, while other states provide the Certificate valid for one to five years.
| Passport / Driver’s License / Election ID / Ration Card / Aadhar ID |
| PAN Card |
| Address proof of the company |
| Bank Account for Private Limited Company |
| Bank Statement / Electricity Bill / Phone Bill |
| NOC from landlord |
1. How to Register a Company in India?
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) Step 2: Director Identification Number (DIN) Step 3: Registration on the MCA Portal. Step 4: Certificate of Incorporation.
2. Are two directors necessary for registration of company?
Yes, a minimum of two directors are needed for a private limited company. The maximum members can be 200. You can register as a one person company, if you are the sole owner of the company.
3. Is it necessary to have a company’s books audited?
Yes, a private limited company must hire an auditor, no matter what its revenues. In fact, an auditor must be appointed within 30 days of incorporation. Compliance is important with a private limited company, given that penalties for non-compliance can run into lakhs of rupees and even lead to the blacklisting of directors.
4. What is the minimum capital needed to do company incorporation?
There is no minimum capital required for starting a private limited company.
5. Does one have to be present in person for Company Incorporation?
The entire procedure is done online and one does not have to be present at our office or any other place for the incorporation. A scanned copy of the documents has to be sent via mail. They get the company incorporation certificate from the MCA via courier at the business address.
