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Trade license in Lucknow (trade licence)
The trade licence fee for every business type in Lucknow, the documents and where to apply.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Issued by
Lucknow Municipal Corporation
Fee, retail shop
Varies
per year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found online
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 Lucknow it comes from the Lucknow Municipal Corporation.
Issued under the Uttar Pradesh Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959 (s.438, and s.401 for powered factories/bakeries) and LMC 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 LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Cloud Kitchen | Licence under LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Bakery or Sweet Shop | Licence under LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Home Food or Tiffin Business | Licence under LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Catering Business | Licence under LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Grocery or Kirana Store | Licence under LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Retail Shop | Licence under LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Pharmacy or Medical Store | Licence under LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Online Selling Business | No municipal licence needed for this trade (Lucknow) | Nilnot on the corporation's licence listTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Salon or Beauty Parlour | Licence under LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Gym or Fitness Studio | Licence under LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Clinic | Licence under LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Coaching or Tuition Centre | Licence under LMC bye-laws (UP Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959, s.438) | Variesper year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; no official schedule found onlineTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Office or Agency | No municipal licence needed for this trade (Lucknow) | Nilnot on the corporation's licence listTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source) |
| Import Export Business | No municipal licence needed for this trade (Lucknow) | Nilnot on the corporation's licence listTo confirm Source | About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (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
- Owner ID and address proof
- FSSAI registration/licence (food trades)
- Fire NOC where applicable (larger restaurants/hotels)
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: About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source).
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Annual (renew every year); confirm with LMC.
Where to apply
Lucknow Municipal Corporation. Official portal: Nivesh Mitra (UP single window).
Common questions
Do I need a trade licence in Lucknow?
Yes, for most businesses. Issued under the Uttar Pradesh Municipal Corporation Adhiniyam 1959 (s.438, and s.401 for powered factories/bakeries) and LMC licence bye-laws. It is issued by the Lucknow Municipal Corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Lucknow?
For a retail shop the official fee is Varies (per year, by trade under LMC bye-laws; 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 Lucknow?
On the official portal at Nivesh Mitra (UP single window).
How long does a trade licence take in Lucknow?
About 20 days via Nivesh Mitra (secondary source). Validity: Annual (renew every year); confirm with LMC.
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 Lucknow
Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Lucknow, 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