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Shops and Establishments license in Bihar (Shop Act registration)
Under the 1953 Act every shop and establishment registers with the District Labour Superintendent; the replacement 2025 Act (10 or more workers only) never came into force and was repealed on 1 Jun 2026. 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 In Bihar it comes under the Bihar Shops and Establishments Act, 1953 (status unclear: a 2025 replacement Act was repealed in June 2026; the OSH Code, 2020 now applies).
Under the 1953 Act every shop and establishment registers with the District Labour Superintendent; the replacement 2025 Act (10 or more workers only) never came into force and was repealed on 1 Jun 2026.
Authority: Labour Resources Department, Bihar.
Official fee by size
| Employees | Official fee |
|---|---|
| No employees | ₹5 (family only or up to 2 staff, 1955 Rules) |
| 1 to 9 employees | ₹5 up to 2 staff, ₹10 for 3 to 5, ₹20 for 6 to 10 (1955 Rules) |
| 10 to 19 employees | ₹20 for up to 10 staff, ₹35 for 11 to 20 (1955 Rules) |
| 20 or more employees | ₹75 for 21 to 50, ₹150 for 51 to 100, ₹500 above 100 (1955 Rules) |
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: Not confirmed; commonly cited as within 30 days of opening.
- Apply online at RTPS / ServicePlus Bihar.
- Pay the official fee: ₹5 up to 2 staff, ₹10 for 3 to 5, ₹20 for 6 to 10 (1955 Rules).
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Valid until the shop closes (Rule 3B, 1955 Rules).
Where to apply
Labour Resources Department, Bihar. Official portal: RTPS / ServicePlus Bihar.
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