Registration of sole proprietorship firm

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Bhawna

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24 May 2015 I need a checklist for registration of sole proprietorship firm with various Authorities.

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25 May 2015 https://www.indiafilings.com/learn/sole-proprietorship-registration/

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25 May 2015 https://www.caclubindia.com/forum/how-to-register-sole-proprietorship-india-266667.asp#.VWKnp-nqlxA

Bhawna

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25 May 2015 I have a business of selling ready made garments. Do I need to take license under Shop and Establishment Act?

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20 July 2025 Yes, you do need to take a license under the Shop and Establishment Act for your ready-made garments business, unless specifically exempted in your state (which is rare).

✅ Why You Need the License

The Shop and Establishment Act is a state-specific law that regulates:

Working hours
Weekly holidays
Employment of staff
Wage payments
Leave policies
Record keeping
Health and safety in shops/commercial establishments
If you own or operate any commercial establishment like a:

Retail shop (e.g., garment store)
Showroom
Office
Warehouse or godown
You are legally required to register under this Act.

🏢 Applies Even If:

You are the sole owner
You do not employ any staff (in many states)
Your business is online but operates from a physical office/store
📝 Process Overview

While it differs slightly from state to state, the general process is:

Apply online through the state's Labour Department website (or municipal portal in some cases)
Submit required documents:
PAN and Aadhar of owner
Rental agreement or property tax bill (as address proof)
Details of business (name, nature, employees)
Photograph of the premises
Pay nominal registration fee (varies by number of employees and state)
Get the Shop Act Registration Certificate within 7–15 working days
📍 Example:

If you're running a garment shop in Mumbai, you'll register under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017, via the MCGM (BMC) online portal.

🛑 Penalty for Non-Registration

Failure to register may lead to:

Fines
Legal action by labour inspectors
Trouble opening bank accounts or getting trade licenses
✅ Final Answer:

Yes, you need to register your garment business under the Shop and Establishment Act in your state — it’s a basic legal requirement for running a commercial establishment.

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