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Shops and Establishments license in Jharkhand (Shop Act registration)

Register on the Shramadhan portal. The portal's fee structure is by the maximum number of employees (listed below, To confirm). Late registration adds 50% for every 3 months. Here is the official fee, documents, steps and where to apply.

Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026

Fee, 1 to 5 employees
₹240 for up to 10 employees (To confirm)
small shop
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Validity
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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 Jharkhand it comes under the Jharkhand Shops and Establishments Act (the Bihar Shops and Establishments Act, 1953 as adopted).

Register on the Shramadhan portal. The portal's fee structure is by the maximum number of employees (listed below, To confirm). Late registration adds 50% for every 3 months.

Authority: Labour, Employment, Training and Skill Development Department, Jharkhand.

Official fee by size

EmployeesOfficial fee
Up to 9 employees₹240 for up to 10 employees (To confirm)
10 to 19 employees₹240 to ₹420 for 10 to 19 employees (To confirm)
20 to 49 employees₹420 to ₹900 for 20 to 49 employees (To confirm)
50 or more employees₹900 to ₹6,000 for 50 or more employees (To confirm)

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: Not confirmed.
  3. Apply online at shramadhan.jharkhand.gov.in.
  4. Pay the official fee: ₹240 for up to 10 employees (To confirm).
  5. Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Not confirmed.

Where to apply

Labour, Employment, Training and Skill Development Department, Jharkhand. Official portal: shramadhan.jharkhand.gov.in.

Common questions

Do I need Shops and Establishments registration in Jharkhand?
Register on the Shramadhan portal. The portal's fee structure is by the maximum number of employees (listed below, To confirm). Late registration adds 50% for every 3 months. The law is the Jharkhand Shops and Establishments Act (the Bihar Shops and Establishments Act, 1953 as adopted).
How much does Shops and Establishments registration cost in Jharkhand?
For a small shop with 1 to 5 employees the official fee is ₹240 for up to 10 employees (To confirm). 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 Jharkhand?
Not confirmed. Validity: Not confirmed.
Where do I apply in Jharkhand?
Apply on shramadhan.jharkhand.gov.in, run by the Labour, Employment, Training and Skill Development Department, Jharkhand.
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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