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Fire NOC (fire license) in West Bengal
Who needs a fire licence in West Bengal, the official fee, documents and where to apply.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Issued by
West Bengal Fire and Emergency Services
Official fee
₹5,000 per year, 251 to 500 sq ft, municipal corporation area
for a small eating house
Validity
1 year, renew annually
Official fee To confirm Source
What it is and who needs it
Fire safety clearance based on occupancy, area, height and fuel use. Eating houses using LPG, larger premises and taller buildings. Delhi: restaurants over 50 seats or 90 sq m.
In West Bengal it is issued by the West Bengal Fire and Emergency Services.
Fee schedule under WBFES notification 1338-FES (2018). Large LPG storage is charged separately.
Official fee
| City | Fee | Validity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata | ₹5,000per year, 251 to 500 sq ft, municipal corporation area | 1 year, renew annually | To confirm Source |
| West Bengal towns | ₹4,000per year, 251 to 500 sq ft, municipality area | 1 year, renew annually | To confirm Source |
| Howrah | ₹4,000per year, 251 to 500 sq ft, municipality area | 1 year, renew annually | To confirm Source |
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Documents to keep ready
- Site plan
- Details of LPG cylinders or flammable stock
- Fire extinguishers on site
- Trade licence
- Proof of premises
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at wbfes.gov.in.
- Pay the official fee: ₹5,000 per year, 251 to 500 sq ft, municipal corporation area.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: 1 year, renew annually.
Where to apply
West Bengal Fire and Emergency Services. Official portal: wbfes.gov.in.
Common questions
Do I need a fire licence or NOC in West Bengal?
Eating houses using LPG, larger premises and taller buildings. Delhi: restaurants over 50 seats or 90 sq m.
How much does a fire licence cost in West Bengal?
For a small eating house the official fee is ₹5,000 per year, 251 to 500 sq ft, municipal corporation area. We have not yet matched this to an official page, so please treat it as to confirm. The fee depends on the area of the premises.
Who issues the fire licence in West Bengal?
The West Bengal Fire and Emergency Services, on wbfes.gov.in.
How long is a fire licence valid in West Bengal?
1 year, renew annually.
Is Govt License a government website?
No. Govt License is an independent guide. We link to the official government portals where you apply and pay. Always confirm the fee on the portal before paying.
Related guides in West Bengal
Kolkata
West Bengal towns
Howrah