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Trade license in Ahmedabad (trade licence)

The trade licence fee for every business type in Ahmedabad, the documents and where to apply.

Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026

Issued by
Amdavad Municipal Corporation
Fee, retail shop
Varies
by trade
Apply at
ahmedabadcity.gov.in

Fee for a retail shop To confirm Source

What it is and who needs it

A trade licence is permission from your city to run a trade or business at your premises. In Ahmedabad it comes from the Amdavad Municipal Corporation.

AMC licenses specified trades. Food safety is handled through FSSAI.

Depends on the city and trade. See the Metro Guide for each city's rules.

Official fee by business

The fee depends on the type of business. Some fees also depend on size or seats.

BusinessLicenceOfficial feeTime
Restaurant or CaféAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre
Cloud KitchenAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre
Bakery or Sweet ShopAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre
Home Food or Tiffin BusinessAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre
Catering BusinessAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre
Grocery or Kirana StoreAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre
Retail ShopAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre
Pharmacy or Medical StoreAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre
Salon or Beauty ParlourAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre
Gym or Fitness StudioAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre
ClinicAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre
Coaching or Tuition CentreAMC licence u/s 376 (specified trades)Variesby tradeTo confirm SourceOnline / civic centre

Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.

Documents to keep ready

  • Rent agreement or ownership proof
  • Photo ID of the owner
  • Property tax receipt

Steps to apply

  1. Collect the documents listed here.
  2. Apply online at ahmedabadcity.gov.in.
  3. Pay the official fee: the fee for your business type from the table above.
  4. Wait for the result. Usual time: Online / civic centre.
  5. Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Annual.

Where to apply

Amdavad Municipal Corporation. Official portal: ahmedabadcity.gov.in.

Common questions

Do I need a trade licence in Ahmedabad?
Yes, for most businesses. AMC licenses specified trades. Food safety is handled through FSSAI. It is issued by the Amdavad Municipal Corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Ahmedabad?
For a retail shop the official fee is Varies (by trade). We have not yet matched this to an official page, so please treat it as to confirm. Fees for other businesses are in the table above.
Where do I apply for a trade licence in Ahmedabad?
On the official portal at ahmedabadcity.gov.in.
How long does a trade licence take in Ahmedabad?
Online / civic centre. Validity: Annual.
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.

Business guides for Ahmedabad

Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Ahmedabad, including the trade licence.

Restaurant or Café Cloud Kitchen Bakery or Sweet Shop Home Food or Tiffin Business Catering Business Grocery or Kirana Store Retail Shop Pharmacy or Medical Store Salon or Beauty Parlour Gym or Fitness Studio Clinic Coaching or Tuition Centre
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