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Shops and Establishments license in Haryana (Shop Act registration)

Establishments with 20 or more workers must register online; smaller ones only file an online intimation. Here is the official fee, documents, steps and where to apply.

Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026

Fee, 1 to 5 employees
Online intimation only (Basic Information Performa ID); no full registration. Fee for intimation not published
small shop
Apply
Within 30 days of opening
Validity
Valid until amended, cancelled on closure, or revoked (no periodic renewal)

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 Haryana it comes under the Haryana Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958 (Punjab Act as applied to Haryana), as amended by the Haryana Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Haryana Act 13 of 2026, effective 12 Nov 2025).

Establishments with 20 or more workers must register online; smaller ones only file an online intimation.

Authority: Labour Department, Haryana.

Official fee by size

EmployeesOfficial fee
Up to 19 employeesOnline intimation only (Basic Information Performa ID); no full registration. Fee for intimation not published
20 or more employeesFull online registration for 20 or more workers; the portal calculates the fee from the nature of business

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

  1. Collect the documents listed here.
  2. Apply: Within 30 days of opening.
  3. Apply online at Haryana Labour Department portal (hrylabour.gov.in).
  4. Pay the official fee: Online intimation only (Basic Information Performa ID); no full registration. Fee for intimation not published.
  5. Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Valid until amended, cancelled on closure, or revoked (no periodic renewal).

Where to apply

Labour Department, Haryana. Official portal: Haryana Labour Department portal (hrylabour.gov.in).

Common questions

Do I need Shops and Establishments registration in Haryana?
Establishments with 20 or more workers must register online; smaller ones only file an online intimation. The law is the Haryana Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958 (Punjab Act as applied to Haryana), as amended by the Haryana Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Haryana Act 13 of 2026, effective 12 Nov 2025).
How much does Shops and Establishments registration cost in Haryana?
For a small shop with 1 to 5 employees the official fee is Online intimation only (Basic Information Performa ID); no full registration. Fee for intimation not published. 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 Haryana?
Within 30 days of opening. Validity: Valid until amended, cancelled on closure, or revoked (no periodic renewal).
Where do I apply in Haryana?
Apply on Haryana Labour Department portal (hrylabour.gov.in), run by the Labour Department, Haryana.
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.

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