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Gumastadhara (Shops and Establishments license) in Gujarat

Below 20 workers: intimation only. 20 or more workers: registration (limit raised from 10 by the Gujarat Amendment Act, 2026, in effect from 16 Dec 2025). Here is the official fee, documents, steps and where to apply.

Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026

Fee, 1 to 5 employees

Free (intimation only)

small shop

Apply

Within 60 days of opening

Validity

Until ownership or nature of business changes

Official fee To confirm Source

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 Gujarat it comes under the Gujarat Shops and Establishments Act, 2019. People in Gujarat call it the Gumastadhara licence.

Below 20 workers: intimation only. 20 or more workers: registration (limit raised from 10 by the Gujarat Amendment Act, 2026, in effect from 16 Dec 2025).

Authority: Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Shops and Establishment Dept.

Official fee by size

Employees	Restaurant or café	Shop selling goods or Office or service
Up to 19 employees	Free (intimation only)	Free (intimation only)
20 or more employees	₹1,000	₹500

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 60 days of opening.
Apply online at ahmedabadcity.gov.in.
Pay the official fee: Free (intimation only).
Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Until ownership or nature of business changes.

Where to apply

Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Shops and Establishment Dept. Official portal: ahmedabadcity.gov.in.

Common questions

What is a Gumastadhara licence in Gujarat?

Gumastadhara is the local name for Shops and Establishments registration in Gujarat. It comes under the Gujarat Shops and Establishments Act, 2019 and is issued by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Shops and Establishment Dept.

Do I need Shops and Establishments registration in Gujarat?

Below 20 workers: intimation only. 20 or more workers: registration (limit raised from 10 by the Gujarat Amendment Act, 2026, in effect from 16 Dec 2025). The law is the Gujarat Shops and Establishments Act, 2019.

How much does Shops and Establishments registration cost in Gujarat?

For a small shop with 1 to 5 employees the official fee is Free (intimation only). We have not yet matched this to an official page, so please treat it as to confirm. The fee can change with the number of employees, so check the table above.

When should I register in Gujarat?

Within 60 days of opening. Validity: Until ownership or nature of business changes.

Where do I apply in Gujarat?

Apply on ahmedabadcity.gov.in, run by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Shops and Establishment Dept.

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 Gujarat

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Surat

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