What is a Shop Act Licence in Aurangabad?

A Shop Act Licence is an official certificate required for every establishment engaged in trade, manufacturing, or service activities within Aurangabad. Issued by the local Labour Department, it provides legal identity to your business and confirms compliance with employment conditions such as working hours, safety, and employee benefits.

The licence is also mandatory for several purposes — including opening a current account, registering for GST, applying for MSME/Udyam, or participating in government contracts. Without it, your business may be treated as unregistered under Maharashtra labour laws.

Who Needs a Shop Act Licence in Aurangabad?

Every shop, office, or establishment in Aurangabad must register under the Shop and Establishment Act. This includes:

• Retail outlets and service firms in CIDCO and Chikalthana
• Industrial units and workshops in Waluj MIDC
• Restaurants, hotels, salons, gyms, and coaching centres
• Private Limited Companies, LLPs, partnerships, and freelancers

Establishments with 0–9 employees are issued an Intimation Certificate, while those with 10 or more employees receive a verified Shop Act Registration Certificate from the Aurangabad Municipal Labour Department.

1. Visit the LMS Maharashtra Website:
   Open www.lms.mahaonline.gov.in to start your Shop Act Licence Registration in Aurangabad under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act, 2017.
2. Create Your LMS Account:
   Register yourself as a business owner with your mobile number and email ID. Verify your identity via OTP and activate your LMS account through the confirmation link in your email inbox.
3. Choose “Form A” for Aurangabad Registration:
   After login, select “Registration – Form A” from the Shops & Establishments section. Enter your business name, address (CIDCO / Waluj / Garkheda / Jalna Road), and the nature of your business.
4. Upload Required Documents:
   Attach clear scanned copies of your Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, and Address Proof (rent agreement, electricity bill, or property tax receipt). Ensure all documents correctly match your Aurangabad business location.
5. Pay the Registration Fees Online:
   Government fees depend on the number of employees — ₹759 for 0, ₹959 for 2–9, and ₹2500 for 10+ employees. Payments can be made online directly through the LMS payment gateway.
6. Track Application Status:
   Once you submit the application, the status will show as “Under Scrutiny.” Visit the LMS dashboard regularly until it updates to “Approved” or “Completed.”
7. Resolve Rejection Notes (if any):
   If your file is rejected, check for reasons like incomplete address proof or unclear documents. Re-upload the corrected documents for faster approval.
8. Download Shop Act Certificate for Aurangabad:
   Once the file status changes to “Completed”, click on “Download Certificate” to get your official Shop Act Licence (Gumasta Certificate) in PDF format.

Every commercial establishment in Aurangabad — from small shops to large offices — must have a Shop Act Licence before starting operations. Apart from legal compliance, this certificate boosts trust, access to government benefits, and financial recognition. With ProCA, you can apply online for your Gumasta Licence in minutes — no paperwork or office visit required.