Required Documents for shop act

To apply for a Shop Act License (also known as Gumasta License in some Indian states), you typically need to submit certain documents to the Municipal Corporation or the relevant Labour Department of your state.

Here’s a general list of required documents for a Shop Act license application:

🔖 Basic Required Documents (for all types of businesses):
Identity Proof of the applicant (any one):

Aadhar Card

PAN Card

Passport

Voter ID

Driving License

Address Proof of the business premises (any one):

Rent Agreement / Lease Agreement (if rented)

Ownership Documents (if owned)

Property Tax Receipt

NOC from the landlord (if rented)

Passport-size photographs of the owner/proprietor/partners.

PAN Card of the applicant or business entity.

Electricity Bill or Water Bill of the premises (not older than 3 months).

🏢 For Partnership Firms / LLPs / Companies:
Partnership Deed / Certificate of Incorporation (for companies).

List of Directors / Partners with ID and address proof.

Board Resolution / Authorization Letter (if applicable).

🧾 Other Documents (may vary by state/municipality):
Business Registration Certificate (like GST registration, if applicable).

Form A (prescribed application form for Shop Act).

Details of Employees (if any): Number, working hours, wages, etc.

⚠️ State-Specific Notes:
Document requirements vary by state in India (Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, etc.).

Online portals in many states allow for e-filing (e.g., Mahashramm portal in Maharashtra).