Shop Act Registration Process in Maharashtra (0 to 9 Employees)

What is Shop Act?

Shop Act registration is mandatory under The Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017. It applies to all commercial establishments, even with 0 employees, including home-based businesses, freelancers, or consultants.

📝 Step-by-Step Registration Process via Aaple Sarkar (Official Govt. Method)

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

• Go to: https://aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in

• Register using your mobile number, email, and Aadhaar-based OTP.

• Create a user profile if not already registered.

Step 2: Select the Service

• From the dashboard, go to "Shops and Establishment Registration" under the Labour Department.

• Choose "Registration under Maharashtra Shops & Establishments Act, 2017".

Step 3: Fill Application Form

You’ll need to provide:

• Owner Name and Business Details

• Type of Establishment (e.g., retail shop, consultancy, food outlet)

• Date of Commencement

• Address of establishment

• Number of employees (select 0 to 9)

Step 4: Upload Required Documents

Mandatory documents include:

• Owner's Photo

• Aadhaar Card / PAN

• Electricity Bill / Rent Agreement of the business premises

• Shop Board Photo (with name in Marathi & English)

• Declaration Form (auto-generated in PDF)

Step 5: Pay Government Fees

For 0 to 9 employees, the government fee is:

Employee Count	Fees (₹)	Validity
0 – 9	₹ 59	---

 

Payment Options:

• Online via Net Banking, UPI, Debit/Credit Card.

Step 6: Submit & Acknowledge

• After payment, submit the application.

• You'll get an Acknowledgement Number for tracking.

• You can log in anytime to check application status.

Step 7: Departmental Scrutiny & Certificate

• The Labor Officer will review your application.

• If documents are valid, the certificate will be issued digitally.

• No physical visit is usually required for 0–9 employees unless issues arise.

⏱️ Time Required:

• Government Process: 7–9 working days (usually)

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