Registration under shop and establishment act

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Querist : Anonymous

Querist : Anonymous (Querist)

23 July 2012 Hi,

If a person is operating as an individual proprietor and involved in manufacturing and selling handbags through online portal, does he needs to register himself under shop and establishment act?

Kindly advise?

CA mahesh birla

CA mahesh birla (Expert)
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23 July 2012 yes he need to register

Querist : Anonymous

Querist : Anonymous (Querist)

23 July 2012 ok. Could you please guide me with the process of doing so and the website wherein i can get all the details. The premises are located in Mumbai.

Also, would like to know that does a private limited company need to register under the shop and establishment act?

Regards.

Asha Kanta Sharma online

Asha Kanta Sharma online

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20 July 2025 Yes, as a sole proprietor operating a business in Mumbai—such as manufacturing and selling handbags through an online portal—you are required to register under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017, commonly known as the Gumasta License.

📝 Who Needs to Register?
All commercial establishments, including shops, offices, and service providers.
Freelancers and professionals running businesses.
Businesses operating in physical premises in Mumbai.
Businesses with employees (even if only 1).
🏢 Do Private Limited Companies Need to Register?
Yes, private limited companies operating in Mumbai are also required to register under the Shops and Establishments Act.

📄 Documents Required for Registration
PAN Card of the proprietor/entity.
Aadhaar Card of the proprietor.
Electricity Bill or Rent Agreement of the business premises.
Passport-sized photograph.
Details of employees (if any).
Copy of the business registration certificate (if applicable).
Consent letter from the owner (if rented).
💻 Online Registration Process
Visit the official portal: Aaple Sarkar – Shop Act License.
Select the appropriate form:
Form A: For establishments employing 10 or more employees.
Form F: For establishments employing fewer than 10 employees.
Fill in the required details and submit the form.
Pay the applicable fee based on the number of employees.
Submit the form along with the necessary documents.
Receive the registration certificate via email.

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