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Trade license in Ghaziabad (trade licence)
The trade licence fee for every business type in Ghaziabad, the documents and where to apply.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Issued by
Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation
Fee, retail shop
Varies
by listed trade
Apply at
Nivesh Mitra (UP single window)
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 Ghaziabad it comes from the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation.
Issued under the Uttar Pradesh Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959 (s.438) and Ghaziabad Nagar Nigam licence bye-laws.
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 | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Cloud Kitchen | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Bakery or Sweet Shop | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Home Food or Tiffin Business | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Catering Business | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Grocery or Kirana Store | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Retail Shop | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Pharmacy or Medical Store | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Online Selling Business | No municipal licence needed for this trade (Ghaziabad) | Nilnot on the corporation's licence listTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Salon or Beauty Parlour | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Gym or Fitness Studio | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Clinic | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Coaching or Tuition Centre | Licence under GMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesby listed tradeTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Office or Agency | No municipal licence needed for this trade (Ghaziabad) | Nilnot on the corporation's licence listTo confirm Source | Not published |
| Import Export Business | No municipal licence needed for this trade (Ghaziabad) | Nilnot on the corporation's licence listTo confirm Source | Not published |
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
- Owner ID and address proof
- FSSAI registration/licence (food trades)
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at Nivesh Mitra (UP single window).
- Pay the official fee: the fee for your business type from the table above.
- Wait for the result. Usual time: Not published.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Annual (financial year).
Where to apply
Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation. Official portal: Nivesh Mitra (UP single window).
Common questions
Do I need a trade licence in Ghaziabad?
Yes, for most businesses. Issued under the Uttar Pradesh Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959 (s.438) and Ghaziabad Nagar Nigam licence bye-laws. It is issued by the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Ghaziabad?
For a retail shop the official fee is Varies (by listed 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 Ghaziabad?
On the official portal at Nivesh Mitra (UP single window).
How long does a trade licence take in Ghaziabad?
Not published. Validity: Annual (financial year).
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 Ghaziabad
Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Ghaziabad, 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