shop and establishment registration in India
Shop and Establishment Registration in India is mandatory for all shops and establishments employing up to 10 people. The registration is done under the Shop and Establishments Act, 1956, which is a state law. The purpose of the registration is to maintain a record of all shops and establishments in the state and to collect certain information from them, such as the name of the owner, type of business, number of employees, and working hours. The registration process is as follows: Apply for registration: The owner of the shop or establishment can apply for registration online or offline. To apply online, the owner needs to visit the website of the Labour Department of their state. To apply offline, the owner needs to submit the application form to the local Labour Inspectorate. Documents required: The following documents are required for registration: Proof of identity of the owner (Aadhaar card, Voter ID card, PAN card, or passport) Proof of address of the establishment (rent ag...