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Trade license in Howrah (trade licence)
The trade licence fee for every business type in Howrah, the documents and where to apply.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Issued by
Howrah Municipal Corporation
Fee, retail shop
Varies
by trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50
Apply at
HMC Trade Licence portal
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 Howrah it comes from the Howrah Municipal Corporation.
Issued under s.102 of the Howrah Municipal Corporation Act, 1980.
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 | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Cloud Kitchen | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Bakery or Sweet Shop | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Home Food or Tiffin Business | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Catering Business | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Grocery or Kirana Store | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Retail Shop | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Pharmacy or Medical Store | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Online Selling Business | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Salon or Beauty Parlour | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Gym or Fitness Studio | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Clinic | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Coaching or Tuition Centre | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Office or Agency | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
| Import Export Business | Certificate of Enlistment (trade licence, HMC) | Variesby trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50To confirm Source | Not published; inspection before issue |
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Documents to keep ready
- Photograph of proprietor/partners/directors
- PAN, EPIC and Aadhaar
- Property tax bill or ownership deed
- Rent agreement / lease (if rented)
- Partnership deed / MOA-AOA / trust deed (if applicable)
- Affidavit / undertaking
- NOC from WB Fire Services / WBPCB / FSSAI (if applicable)
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at HMC Trade Licence portal.
- Pay the official fee: the fee for your business type from the table above.
- Wait for the result. Usual time: Not published; inspection before issue.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: One financial year (April to March), renewable annually.
Where to apply
Howrah Municipal Corporation. Official portal: HMC Trade Licence portal.
Common questions
Do I need a trade licence in Howrah?
Yes, for most businesses. Issued under s.102 of the Howrah Municipal Corporation Act, 1980. It is issued by the Howrah Municipal Corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Howrah?
For a retail shop the official fee is Varies (by trade, area and location (HMC schedule not published online); application form ₹50). 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 Howrah?
On the official portal at HMC Trade Licence portal.
How long does a trade licence take in Howrah?
Not published; inspection before issue. Validity: One financial year (April to March), renewable annually.
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 Howrah
Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Howrah, 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