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Shops and Establishments license in Madhya Pradesh (Shop Act registration)
Every shop and establishment in an area where the Act applies must register online, whatever its staff size; no exemption for small shops was found. 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 Madhya Pradesh it comes under the Madhya Pradesh Shops and Establishments Act, 1958 (as amended by the MP Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025 and (Second Amendment) Act, 2025).
Every shop and establishment in an area where the Act applies must register online, whatever its staff size; no exemption for small shops was found.
Authority: Labour Department, Madhya Pradesh.
Official fee by size
| Employees | Official fee |
|---|---|
| No employees | ₹100 (no employees, as per 1959 Rules fee schedule) |
| 1 to 5 employees | ₹150 (up to 3 employees) |
| 6 to 9 employees | ₹200 (more than 3, fewer than 10 employees) |
| 10 or more employees | ₹250 (10 or more employees) |
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 opening.
- Apply online at Shram Sewa portal (MP Labour Department, MPOnline).
- Pay the official fee: ₹150 (up to 3 employees).
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Under the 1959 Rules the certificate is renewed every 5 calendar years; the 2025 Second Amendment moves to portal-issued certificates that stay live until changes or closure are reported (rules on renewal not yet confirmed).
Where to apply
Labour Department, Madhya Pradesh. Official portal: Shram Sewa portal (MP Labour Department, MPOnline).
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