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Trade license in Coimbatore (trade licence)
The trade licence fee for every business type in Coimbatore, the documents and where to apply.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Issued by
Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation
Fee, retail shop
Varies
by trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)
Apply at
TN Urban ePay
Fee for a retail shop Checked on official site 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 Coimbatore it comes from the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation.
Issued under the Tamil Nadu Urban Local Bodies Act, 1998 (brought into force in 2023) and the TN Urban Local Bodies Rules, 2023, which replaced the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation Act, 1981.
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 (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Cloud Kitchen | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Bakery or Sweet Shop | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Home Food or Tiffin Business | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Catering Business | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Grocery or Kirana Store | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Retail Shop | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Pharmacy or Medical Store | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Online Selling Business | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Salon or Beauty Parlour | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Gym or Fitness Studio | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Clinic | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Coaching or Tuition Centre | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Office or Agency | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
| Import Export Business | Trade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licence | Variesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on official site Source | Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days) |
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Documents to keep ready
- Identity proof
- Lease deed / legal occupancy certificate
- PAN/TIN
- Property tax receipt (previous half-year)
- Machinery installation permission (if applicable)
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at TN Urban ePay.
- Pay the official fee: the fee for your business type from the table above.
- Wait for the result. Usual time: Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days).
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: One financial year; renew before 1 April (apply by 14 Feb to avoid 25% penalty).
Where to apply
Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation. Official portal: TN Urban ePay.
Common questions
Do I need a trade licence in Coimbatore?
Yes, for most businesses. Issued under the Tamil Nadu Urban Local Bodies Act, 1998 (brought into force in 2023) and the TN Urban Local Bodies Rules, 2023, which replaced the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation Act, 1981. It is issued by the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Coimbatore?
For a retail shop the official fee is Varies (by trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)). Fees for other businesses are in the table above.
Where do I apply for a trade licence in Coimbatore?
On the official portal at TN Urban ePay.
How long does a trade licence take in Coimbatore?
Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days). Validity: One financial year; renew before 1 April (apply by 14 Feb to avoid 25% penalty).
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 Coimbatore
Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Coimbatore, 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