Shops and Establishments (Shop Act) License in Uttar Pradesh (2026): Fee and How to Apply

Fee, 1 to 5 employees

Not required (fewer than 20 workers)

small shop

Apply

Within 6 months of starting business (for 20 or more workers)

Validity

One-time registration (2022 rules moved to a one-time fee based on the maximum staff employed in the year); not confirmed on the official site

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 Uttar Pradesh it comes under the Uttar Pradesh Dookan Aur Vanijya Adhishthan Adhiniyam, 1962 (as amended in 2025).

Since 19 Nov 2025 only shops and establishments with 20 or more workers must register; smaller ones are exempt from the Act.

Authority: Labour Department, Uttar Pradesh.

Official fee by size

Employees	Official fee
No employees	Not required (establishments with fewer than 20 workers are exempt since 19 Nov 2025)
1 to 19 employees	Not required (fewer than 20 workers)
20 or more employees	20 or more workers: register online, one-time fee based on staff count (amount shown on Nivesh Mitra; official fee table not reachable)

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 6 months of starting business (for 20 or more workers).
Apply online at Nivesh Mitra (UP single window).
Pay the official fee: Not required (fewer than 20 workers).
Keep the certificate safe. Validity: One-time registration (2022 rules moved to a one-time fee based on the maximum staff employed in the year); not confirmed on the official site.

Where to apply

Labour Department, Uttar Pradesh. Official portal: Nivesh Mitra (UP single window).

Common questions

Do I need Shops and Establishments registration in Uttar Pradesh?

Since 19 Nov 2025 only shops and establishments with 20 or more workers must register; smaller ones are exempt from the Act. The law is the Uttar Pradesh Dookan Aur Vanijya Adhishthan Adhiniyam, 1962 (as amended in 2025).

How much does Shops and Establishments registration cost in Uttar Pradesh?

For a small shop with 1 to 5 employees the official fee is Not required (fewer than 20 workers). 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 Uttar Pradesh?

Within 6 months of starting business (for 20 or more workers). Validity: One-time registration (2022 rules moved to a one-time fee based on the maximum staff employed in the year); not confirmed on the official site.

Where do I apply in Uttar Pradesh?

Apply on Nivesh Mitra (UP single window), run by the Labour Department, Uttar Pradesh.

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.