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Factory operations, liquor retail, general trading, environmental compliance, and labour regulations — each requires a distinct government clearance. We handle the full lifecycle from application to annual renewal.

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Operational Licenses.

Select a license below to explore its scope, application process, and documents required.

Factories Act, 1948

Factory License

Any manufacturing unit employing 10 or more workers (with power) or 20 or more workers (without power) must obtain a Factory License from the Chief Inspector of Factories under the respective State Government. It is mandatory before commencing production.

The license ensures compliance with safety, health, and welfare norms for workers — covering fire exits, ventilation, lighting, sanitation, and working hours.

Mandatory for 10+ (powered) / 20+ (non-powered) workers
Issued by State Inspector of Factories
Annual renewal required
Covers safety, health & welfare compliance
Prerequisite for Pollution NOC & other clearances
Apply for Factory License

Application Process

  • 1 Site plan, building plan & machinery layout preparation
  • 2 Application to Chief Inspector of Factories (Form 2)
  • 3 Inspection by Factory Inspector & compliance verification
  • 4 License issuance & display at factory premises

Documents Required

Building plan / site plan approved by authority
List of machinery with horse power details
NOC from local municipality / gram panchayat
Affidavit of proprietor / director
Treasury challan of prescribed fee
State Excise Department

Liquor License

The sale, manufacture, storage, and distribution of alcoholic beverages is regulated by each State's Excise Department under State Excise Acts. A valid Liquor License is mandatory before any alcohol-related commercial activity — failure to comply attracts criminal liability.

License types vary by activity — retail sale (on-premises / off-premises), bars, hotels, clubs, wholesale, manufacture, bonded warehouse, and more. We advise on the correct category and manage end-to-end filing with the State Excise Commissioner.

FL-1 (Wholesale) / FL-2 (Retail off-shop)
FL-3 (Hotel / Restaurant bar)
FL-11 (Club license)
Microbrewery & Craft Distillery License
Bonded Warehouse & Storage License
Apply for Liquor License

Application Process

  • 1 Identify license category & State-specific eligibility norms
  • 2 Police verification & character certificate procurement
  • 3 Application submission to State Excise Commissioner
  • 4 Premises inspection, fee payment & license issuance

Annual

Renewal Cycle

State-Specific

Regulation Body

30–90 Days

Typical Timeline

Criminal Risk

Without License

Municipal Corporation Clearance

Trade License

A Trade License is issued by the Municipal Corporation or local body permitting a business to conduct a specific trade or business activity from a particular premises. It ensures that the business activity does not cause nuisance, hazard, or disruption to the local area.

Mandatory for shops, restaurants, factories, storage units, clinics, salons, and most commercial establishments. The license is premises-specific — a new license is required when shifting location.

Shops, retail stores & supermarkets
Hotels, restaurants & food stalls
Clinics, hospitals & nursing homes
Factories & manufacturing units
Warehouses & cold storage units
Service establishments & offices
Apply for Trade License

Application Process

  • 1 Apply to local Municipal Corporation or ULB online / offline
  • 2 Submit premises documents, ownership / rental proof
  • 3 Municipal Inspector visits for premises verification
  • 4 Fee payment & license issued — renewed annually

Documents Required

Ownership deed or rental / lease agreement
PAN Card & Aadhaar of proprietor / directors
Business registration certificate
No Objection Certificate from landlord
Recent utility bill for premises
Passport-size photographs of owner
Pollution Control Board — Environment Protection Act, 1986

Environment License (NOC)

Any industry or establishment that generates air or water pollution must obtain Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent to Operate (CTO) from the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) under the Water Act 1974, Air Act 1981, and Environment Protection Act 1986.

Industries are categorised as Red, Orange, Green, or White based on their pollution potential. Red category units face the strictest scrutiny and require Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) clearance. We handle compliance for all categories.

Consent to Establish (CTE) — Pre-construction NOC
Consent to Operate (CTO) — Post-construction clearance
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for Red category
Hazardous Waste Authorization (HWM Rules)
Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) Compliance
Air & Water Quality Monitoring Reports
Apply for Environment NOC

Application Process

  • 1 Classify industry category (Red / Orange / Green / White)
  • 2 Submit CTE application with project report & layout plan to SPCB
  • 3 SPCB site inspection & pollution control plan verification
  • 4 CTO issuance after construction — renewed every 1–5 years

Documents Required

Project report with process flow diagram
Land ownership / lease deed
Layout plan showing pollution control equipment
Details of raw materials, products & effluents generated
Approved building plan from local authority
EIA report (for Red category units)

SPCB / CPCB

Issuing Authority

1–5 Years

Renewal Cycle

Contract Labour Act, 1970 · Shops & Establishments Act

Labour License

Businesses employing workers — whether directly or through contractors — must comply with India's labour law framework. The Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act 1970 mandates registration for principal employers and licenses for contractors engaging 20 or more workers.

The Shops & Commercial Establishments Act (state-specific) governs working conditions, wages, leave, holidays, and service terms for employees in shops, offices, and commercial premises. Registration is mandatory within 30 days of commencing business.

Contract Labour Registration (Principal Employer)
Contractor License under CLRA 1970
Shops & Establishment Registration (State Act)
Professional Tax Registration & Compliance
ESIC Registration (10+ employees)
EPF / PF Registration (20+ employees)
Apply for Labour License

Application Process

  • 1 Determine applicable acts based on worker count & business type
  • 2 File registration / license application with Labour Commissioner or Inspector
  • 3 Submit employee details, work nature & establishment documents
  • 4 Certificate issuance — maintain statutory registers & returns

Documents Required

Certificate of incorporation / business registration
PAN & Aadhaar of proprietor / directors
List of employees with designations & wages
Work order or contract agreement (for CLRA)
Premises proof — ownership or lease deed
Bank account details of the establishment

Annual

Returns Filing

State-Specific

Regulation Body

Every license your business legally requires — handled.

We identify what you need, file it correctly the first time, and track renewals so you never miss a deadline.

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