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Trade license in Bengaluru (trade licence)
The trade licence fee for every business type in Bengaluru, the documents and where to apply.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Issued by
Greater Bengaluru Authority city corporation
Fee, retail shop
₹500 to ₹2,00,000
by trade category band
Apply at
bbmp.gov.in (now GBA)
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 Bengaluru it comes from the Greater Bengaluru Authority city corporation.
BBMP was replaced by the Greater Bengaluru Authority and five city corporations in 2025.
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.
| Business | Licence | Official fee | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant or Café | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Cloud Kitchen | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Bakery or Sweet Shop | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Home Food or Tiffin Business | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Catering Business | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Grocery or Kirana Store | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Retail Shop | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Pharmacy or Medical Store | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Online Selling Business | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Salon or Beauty Parlour | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Gym or Fitness Studio | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Clinic | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Coaching or Tuition Centre | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Office or Agency | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
| Import Export Business | Trade licence (GBA city corporation) | ₹500 to ₹2,00,000by trade category bandTo confirm Source | 7 to 15 working days |
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Documents to keep ready
- PAN and Aadhaar
- Rent agreement or ownership proof, with owner NOC
- Building plan approval / occupancy certificate
- Photo of the premises
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at bbmp.gov.in (now GBA).
- Pay the official fee: the fee for your business type from the table above.
- Wait for the result. Usual time: 7 to 15 working days.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Choose 1 to 5 years; renew in February.
Where to apply
Greater Bengaluru Authority city corporation. Official portal: bbmp.gov.in (now GBA).
Common questions
Do I need a trade licence in Bengaluru?
Yes, for most businesses. BBMP was replaced by the Greater Bengaluru Authority and five city corporations in 2025. It is issued by the Greater Bengaluru Authority city corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Bengaluru?
For a retail shop the official fee is ₹500 to ₹2,00,000 (by trade category band). 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 Bengaluru?
On the official portal at bbmp.gov.in (now GBA).
How long does a trade licence take in Bengaluru?
7 to 15 working days. Validity: Choose 1 to 5 years; renew in February.
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 Bengaluru
Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Bengaluru, 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 Online Selling Business Salon or Beauty Parlour Gym or Fitness Studio Clinic Coaching or Tuition Centre Office or Agency Import Export Business