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Shops and Establishments license in Assam (Shop Act registration)
Apply on the EODB portal within 30 days of starting. You need the trade licence from the local authority first. Hotels and restaurants pay the higher fee once they have employees. Here is the official fee, documents, steps and where to apply.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
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What it is and who must register
Shops and Establishments registration is a state law requirement for shops, offices, restaurants and similar places that employ people. In Assam it comes under the Assam Shops and Establishments Act, 1971.
Apply on the EODB portal within 30 days of starting. You need the trade licence from the local authority first. Hotels and restaurants pay the higher fee once they have employees.
Authority: Commissionerate of Labour, Assam.
Official fee by size
| Employees | Restaurant or café | Shop selling goods | Office or service |
|---|---|---|---|
| No employees | ₹250 | ₹300 | ₹250 |
| 1 to 5 employees | ₹10,000 | ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 to ₹2,500 |
| 6 to 9 employees | ₹10,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 to 19 employees | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 to 49 employees | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 to ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 to ₹10,000 |
| 50 or more employees | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 to ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 to ₹20,000 |
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Documents to keep ready
- Photo ID and address proof of the owner
- Proof of premises
- Photo of the shop front with name board
- Employee details (names, roles, wages)
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply: Within 30 days of starting business.
- Apply online at labourcommissioner.assam.gov.in (EODB portal).
- Pay the official fee: ₹1,000 to ₹2,000.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Renew with the same fee; auto renewal is available.
Where to apply
Commissionerate of Labour, Assam. Official portal: labourcommissioner.assam.gov.in (EODB portal).
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