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Gumasta License

Get your Maharashtra business its Gumasta License, done right the first time.

A Gumasta License — also called a Shop Act Licence — is the trade registration issued under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act for every shop, office, restaurant, or commercial premises operating in the state. Issued by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) in Mumbai and equivalent local bodies elsewhere in Maharashtra, it's usually the very first document a business needs before it can legally open its doors in Mumbai, Pune, Thane, Nagpur, and beyond.

It's also the document banks, GST authorities, and other licensing bodies ask for as proof of a genuine business address. Skip it or delay it, and you risk municipal penalties, sealing notices, and stalled applications for other licences — which is why most owners hand the online filing and municipal follow-up to a specialist.

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Gumasta / Shop Act Licence

Hisho & Kanri

Registered Establishment
Licence TypeGumasta / Shop Act
Municipal CorporationBMC, Mumbai
StatusActive
Filed ByHisho & Kanri
Coverage

Which establishments need a Gumasta License?

The Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act covers a wide range of businesses. Hover each card to see how it applies to you.

Retail Shops & Stores

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Retail Shops

Any premises selling goods to the public, from neighbourhood stores to multi-outlet retail chains across Maharashtra.

Offices & Corporate Establishments

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Offices

Corporate offices, consultancies, and service businesses operating out of a commercial premises anywhere in the state.

Restaurants, Bars & Eateries

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Food & Beverage

Dine-in, takeaway, bars, and cloud-kitchen businesses operating from a fixed establishment.

Hotels & Guest Houses

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Hospitality

Hotels, lodges, and guest houses offering short or long-stay accommodation to the public.

Salons, Spas & Wellness Centres

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Wellness

Salons, spas, and wellness studios serving walk-in customers from a registered premises.

Warehouses & Godowns

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Storage

Storage and logistics premises used for stocking, packing, or distributing goods.

IT/ITES & Consultancies

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Professional Services

Software, consulting, and professional practices operating from a registered office address.

E-commerce & D2C Brands

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Online Businesses

Online sellers and D2C brands maintaining a Maharashtra office, warehouse, or packing unit.

The Process

From application to certificate, in eight steps

Here's exactly what happens between submitting your details and holding a valid Gumasta License in hand.

Apply Online
Document Check
Pay Fees
Municipal Review
Get Licence

Business Details Collection

Share your establishment's name, nature of business, premises address, and owner details to kick off the application.

Document Verification

Identity proof, premises proof, and employee-count details are gathered and checked before filing.

Online Application Filing

We file your Gumasta application through the state Labour Department's online portal, tagged to your municipal corporation.

Statutory Fee Payment

The registration fee, calculated based on employee headcount and establishment category, is paid online.

Municipal / Labour Review

The concerned officer reviews your application and, in some cases, verifies the premises as per standard process.

Gumasta Licence Issuance

Once approved, your Gumasta License / Shop Act Certificate is generated — the legal proof your establishment is on record.

Certificate Display

The licence is printed and handed over for mandatory display at your business premises.

Renewal Tracking Setup

We record your licence's validity period and set up renewal reminders so you never operate on an expired Gumasta.

Eligibility

Who needs a Gumasta License?

Exact norms vary slightly by municipal corporation, but most Maharashtra establishments share the same baseline eligibility criteria.

Any Shop or Commercial Establishment

Premises where trade, business, or a profession is carried out within Maharashtra — retail shops, offices, and eateries all qualify.

Employing One or More Persons

Establishments engaging even a single employee generally fall under the Act, though norms differ slightly by corporation for owner-only setups.

Premises Within Municipal Limits

A verifiable business address within the jurisdiction of the local municipal corporation, owned or rented.

Applicant Above 18

The owner or authorised applicant must be a major with a valid government-issued identity document.

Application Within Prescribed Time

Most municipal corporations require registration within 30 days of commencing business operations.

Lawful Trade or Occupation

The business activity conducted at the premises must be legal and permitted under local zoning rules.

Paperwork

Documents you'll need to keep handy

Gathering these upfront is the single biggest thing you can do to speed up your Gumasta License application.

PAN Card

Of the proprietor, partners, or company

Aadhaar Card

For identity verification of the applicant

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo of the owner

Premises Address Proof

Rent agreement or property title deed

Electricity / Water Bill

Recent utility bill of the business premises

NOC from Landlord

Required if the business premises is rented

Constitution Proof

Partnership deed or incorporation certificate, if applicable

Employee Details

Headcount and basic details, if any are employed

Why It's Worth It

What a Gumasta License actually buys you

Beyond the legal formality, this licence changes what your establishment can do and how protected you are while doing it.

Legal Recognition

Establishes your business as a legally on-record establishment in Maharashtra

Mandatory Compliance

Keeps you aligned with the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act

Bank Account & Loans

Simplifies opening a current account and applying for business credit

Employee Welfare Assurance

Governs staff working hours, wages, and leave by law

Business Credibility

Builds trust with customers, vendors, and municipal authorities

Unlocks Other Licences

Often a prerequisite for trade licence, FSSAI, and GST approvals

Avoids Penalties

Protects you from fines and sealing notices for operating unregistered

Basis for Expansion

Gives you a clean legal footing to open additional branches later

After Registration

Staying compliant, year after year

Getting your Gumasta License is the start, not the finish — here's what keeps your establishment in good standing afterward.

Timely Renewal

The licence must be renewed before expiry, as per your chosen validity period.

Display of Certificate

The Gumasta License must be displayed prominently at the premises at all times.

Employee Registers

Records of wages, attendance, and leave for all employees must be maintained.

Working-Hours Adherence

Comply with prescribed daily and weekly working hours, plus mandatory weekly offs.

Intimation of Changes

Any change in business name, address, or nature of business must be reported to the municipal corporation.

Municipal Inspections

Cooperate with periodic inspections carried out by local authority officials.

Why Hisho & Kanri

Gumasta filing handled by people who do this daily

We've filed enough Shop Act applications across Maharashtra's municipal corporations to know exactly where things usually go wrong — and how to avoid it.

Experienced Compliance Team

Specialists who track municipal-specific rules and file Gumasta applications every week.

Maharashtra-Wide Network

Familiarity with the forms and portals across BMC and other corporations statewide.

Fast Filing & Approval

Documents reviewed and filed without the back-and-forth delays.

Transparent, Fixed Pricing

Clear packages with no hidden government-fee surprises.

End-to-End Support

One point of contact from your first call through licence delivery and renewal.

Confidential Document Handling

Your identity and business documents handled under strict confidentiality.

FAQ

Common questions about the Gumasta License

Can't find your question here? Use the form alongside this page and we'll answer it directly.

It's the trade registration issued under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act, registering your business premises and governing employment conditions there.

Yes, almost every shop, office, restaurant, or commercial establishment operating in Maharashtra must register, typically within 30 days of starting business.

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) issues it in Mumbai, while other municipal corporations issue it in their respective jurisdictions across the state.

Typically 3 to 5 working days once all documents are in order, though this can vary by corporation and workload.

Identity proof, premises address proof, a photograph, and a recent utility bill are the core set — see the Documents section above for the full list.

You can typically choose a validity period ranging from 1 to 10 years at the time of application, after which renewal is required.

Yes, applications are filed through the state Labour Department's online portal — we handle the entire filing on your behalf.

Yes, if you maintain a physical office, warehouse, or packing unit in Maharashtra, that premises is registrable under the Act.

You risk municipal penalties, sealing notices, and delays in obtaining trade licences, GST registration, or business loans.

Generally yes — each branch or additional place of business usually needs its own Gumasta License under the applicable municipal corporation.

Because we handle this filing daily across Maharashtra's municipal corporations, keep you informed at every stage, and stay on for renewal and compliance long after the licence arrives.