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Trade license in Hyderabad (trade licence)
The trade licence fee for every business type in Hyderabad, the documents and where to apply.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Issued by
Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation
Fee, retail shop
₹3 to ₹6 per sq ft
per year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roads
Apply at
ghmc.gov.in
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 Hyderabad it comes from the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation.
Issued under the GHMC Act, 1955.
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 (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Cloud Kitchen | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Bakery or Sweet Shop | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Home Food or Tiffin Business | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Catering Business | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Grocery or Kirana Store | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Retail Shop | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Pharmacy or Medical Store | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Online Selling Business | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Salon or Beauty Parlour | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Gym or Fitness Studio | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Clinic | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Coaching or Tuition Centre | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Office or Agency | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
| Import Export Business | Trade licence (GHMC) | ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ftper year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roadsChecked on official site Source | Online |
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
- Rent agreement or ownership proof
- Photo ID of the owner
- Photo of the premises
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at ghmc.gov.in.
- Pay the official fee: the fee for your business type from the table above.
- Wait for the result. Usual time: Online.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Annual; renew before year end.
Where to apply
Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation. Official portal: ghmc.gov.in.
Common questions
Do I need a trade licence in Hyderabad?
Yes, for most businesses. Issued under the GHMC Act, 1955. It is issued by the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Hyderabad?
For a retail shop the official fee is ₹3 to ₹6 per sq ft (per year: ₹3 on roads up to 20 ft, ₹4 at 30 ft, ₹6 on wider roads). Fees for other businesses are in the table above.
Where do I apply for a trade licence in Hyderabad?
On the official portal at ghmc.gov.in.
How long does a trade licence take in Hyderabad?
Online. Validity: Annual; renew before year end.
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 Hyderabad
Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Hyderabad, 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