- Meaning of Shop: A shop refers to any place where trade or business is conducted and services are offered to customers. This includes offices and warehouses utilized for business purposes.
- Objective: The primary aim of the Shop Establishment Registration is to regulate and enhance the working conditions in shops and offices. This includes ensuring rights related to wages, leave, holidays, and working hours for employees.
- Who Requires Registration: It is mandatory for all business entities, excluding factories governed by the Factories Act, 1948, to register under the Shop Establishment Act.
- Validity: The shop establishment certificate is valid for a specified period, which varies by state. Business owners must apply for renewal before the expiration of this period.
- Gumasta License: Under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishment Act, 1948, the shop establishment certificate is referred to as the Gumasta License.
- e-Karmik: In Karnataka, as per the Shops and Commercial Establishments Act of 1961, the shop establishment license is called e-Karmik.
Process of Shop Registration
- Upload Necessary Documents: Provide the required documents on our web portal.
- Choose Package and Payment: Select the appropriate package and pay online using various available payment methods.
- Application Assignment: Once the order is placed, your application will be assigned to one of our dedicated professionals.
- Document Preparation: Our professional team will prepare your shop establishment application.
- License Acquisition: Obtain the shop establishment license from the labor department.
- Certificate Delivery: Receive the shop establishment certificate via email.