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Trade license in Pune (trade licence)

The trade licence fee for every business type in Pune, the documents and where to apply.

Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026

Issued by
Pune Municipal Corporation
Fee, retail shop
Varies
by trade and area
Apply at
pmc.gov.in

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 Pune it comes from the Pune Municipal Corporation.

Needed only for trades specified under s.376 of the MMC Act. PMC does not publish its fee schedule online.

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.

BusinessLicenceOfficial feeTime
Restaurant or CaféPMC licence u/s 376 (health / trade)Variesby trade and areaTo confirm SourceOnline with inspection
Cloud KitchenPMC licence u/s 376 (health / trade)Variesby trade and areaTo confirm SourceOnline with inspection
Bakery or Sweet ShopPMC licence u/s 376 (health / trade)Variesby trade and areaTo confirm SourceOnline with inspection
Home Food or Tiffin BusinessPMC licence u/s 376 (health / trade)Variesby trade and areaTo confirm SourceOnline with inspection
Catering BusinessPMC licence u/s 376 (health / trade)Variesby trade and areaTo confirm SourceOnline with inspection
Grocery or Kirana StorePMC licence u/s 376 (health / trade)Variesby trade and areaTo confirm SourceOnline with inspection
Salon or Beauty ParlourPMC licence u/s 376 (health / trade)Variesby trade and areaTo confirm SourceOnline with inspection
Gym or Fitness StudioPMC licence u/s 376 (health / trade)Variesby trade and areaTo confirm SourceOnline with inspection

Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.

Documents to keep ready

  • FSSAI certificate (food trades)
  • Fire NOC where applicable
  • Rent agreement or ownership proof
  • Photo ID of the owner

Steps to apply

  1. Collect the documents listed here.
  2. Apply online at pmc.gov.in.
  3. Pay the official fee: the fee for your business type from the table above.
  4. Wait for the result. Usual time: Online with inspection.
  5. Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Annual.

Where to apply

Pune Municipal Corporation. Official portal: pmc.gov.in.

Common questions

Do I need a trade licence in Pune?
Yes, for most businesses. Needed only for trades specified under s.376 of the MMC Act. PMC does not publish its fee schedule online. It is issued by the Pune Municipal Corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Pune?
For a retail shop the official fee is Varies (by trade and area). 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 Pune?
On the official portal at pmc.gov.in.
How long does a trade licence take in Pune?
Online with inspection. Validity: Annual.
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 Pune

Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Pune, including the trade licence.

Restaurant or Café Cloud Kitchen Bakery or Sweet Shop Home Food or Tiffin Business Catering Business Grocery or Kirana Store Salon or Beauty Parlour Gym or Fitness Studio
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