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Trade license in Bhopal (trade licence)
The trade licence fee for every business type in Bhopal, the documents and where to apply.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Issued by
Bhopal Municipal Corporation
Fee, retail shop
Varies
by trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found online
Apply at
MP e-Nagarpalika
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 Bhopal it comes from the Bhopal Municipal Corporation.
Issued under the Madhya Pradesh Municipal Corporation Act 1956 and BMC's licence rules, applied for on e-Nagarpalika.
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 (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Cloud Kitchen | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Bakery or Sweet Shop | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Home Food or Tiffin Business | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Catering Business | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Grocery or Kirana Store | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Retail Shop | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Pharmacy or Medical Store | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Online Selling Business | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Salon or Beauty Parlour | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Gym or Fitness Studio | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Clinic | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Coaching or Tuition Centre | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Office or Agency | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
| Import Export Business | Trade licence (vyapar anugyapti), BMC | Variesby trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | 30 days (secondary source) |
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Documents to keep ready
- Property tax receipt or rent agreement/NOC
- Owner ID and address proof
- Partnership deed/MoA if applicable
- Photographs
- FSSAI registration/licence (food trades)
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at MP e-Nagarpalika.
- Pay the official fee: the fee for your business type from the table above.
- Wait for the result. Usual time: 30 days (secondary source).
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Set by the corporation (usually annual).
Where to apply
Bhopal Municipal Corporation. Official portal: MP e-Nagarpalika.
Common questions
Do I need a trade licence in Bhopal?
Yes, for most businesses. Issued under the Madhya Pradesh Municipal Corporation Act 1956 and BMC's licence rules, applied for on e-Nagarpalika. It is issued by the Bhopal Municipal Corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Bhopal?
For a retail shop the official fee is Varies (by trade; set by the corporation, no official schedule found online). 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 Bhopal?
On the official portal at MP e-Nagarpalika.
How long does a trade licence take in Bhopal?
30 days (secondary source). Validity: Set by the corporation (usually 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 Bhopal
Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Bhopal, 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