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LicenseHub
India business licence, registration & compliance catalog — GST, FSSAI, Udyam, trade licence and 500+ permits
For MSMEs, startups, CAs, CSs, lawyers and enterprises across India. Find Central, State and Local licences with issuing authority, documents checklist, fees and timelines — then search by keyword.
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Search GST registration, FSSAI licence, Udyam, Shop & Establishment, IEC, EPFO, Fire NOC, trademark, pharmacy drug licence and more. Filter by Central, State, Local or regulator.
Popular licence searches in India
High-intent compliance searches used by founders, CA firms and MSMEs across Indian states and cities.
Shop Act & trade licence by state
State-wise guides for Shop & Establishment registration and municipal trade licences — documents, fees and process for Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Delhi, Gujarat and more.
27 India compliance categories
From personal identity documents and company registration to GST, labour, food safety, hospitals, factories, environment, import-export and sector regulators — organised for Indian users.
Personal Identity & Civil Documents
Identity proofs and civil certificates that unlock most other services.
Business Registration
Entity formation and company compliance with MCA and related bodies.
Tax Registrations
Income tax, TDS, and GST registrations and filings.
MSME & Startup
Udyam, Startup India, GeM, NSIC and related recognitions.
Banking & Finance
Bank accounts, FEMA, RBI, NBFC and payment licensing.
Labour & Employment
EPFO, ESIC, professional tax and labour licences.
Local Government
Trade, municipal and city-level permissions.
Manufacturing
Factory, boiler, lift and industrial safety approvals.
Food Industry
FSSAI and food business licences.
Healthcare
Clinical establishments, pharmacy, NABH and doctor registrations.
Education
School, college, university and accreditation approvals.
Construction & Real Estate
Building approvals, RERA, occupancy and contractor licences.
Fire & Safety
Fire NOC, equipment certification and audits.
Environment
Consent to establish/operate, waste authorizations and EC.
Import & Export
IEC, customs, AD code and export promotion memberships.
IT & Technology
DSC, data protection, CERT-In, STPI and software export.
Intellectual Property
Trademark, patent, copyright, design and GI filings.
Tourism & Hospitality
Hotel, restaurant, liquor and travel agency licences.
Transportation
Vehicle permits, fitness, PUC and driver badges.
Agriculture
Seed, fertilizer, pesticide, organic and APEDA registrations.
Energy & Utilities
Electricity, solar, electrical contractor and generator permissions.
Mining & Petroleum
Mining leases, PESO and petroleum storage approvals.
Entertainment & Media
Film, cinema, broadcast, events and public performance.
Legal Metrology
Weights & measures and packaged commodity licences.
Security & Private Agencies
PSARA, arms and CCTV compliance.
NGO & Trusts
Trust, society, Section 8, 12A, 80G, CSR and FCRA.
Sector-Specific Licences
Pharma, telecom, insurance, SEBI and warehouse licences.
Why Indian businesses use LicenseHub
Documents, fees & timelines
Every licence page highlights typical documents, application steps, fee estimates and processing timelines so you can plan filings and renewals.
Built for MSMEs & consultants
Useful for startups, restaurants, factories, hospitals, exporters, CA/CS/lawyer practices and in-house compliance teams across India.
Frequently asked questions on Indian licences
What licences do I need to start a business in India?+
It depends on your business type, state and city. Most businesses need PAN, a bank account, and often GST registration. Shops typically need Shop & Establishment registration and a municipal trade licence. Food businesses need FSSAI. LicenseHub maps Central, State and Local requirements by category.
How do I register for GST online in India?+
GST registration is done on the GST portal (gst.gov.in) with PAN, business address proof, bank proof and authorised signatory details. LicenseHub’s GST Registration page lists documents, fees, timelines and process steps.
What is Udyam registration and is it mandatory?+
Udyam is the official MSME registration on the Ministry of MSME portal. It is free and widely used for government schemes, tender preference and credit support. Many lenders and buyers ask for Udyam even when not strictly mandatory.
How can I get an FSSAI licence for my restaurant or food business?+
Food businesses apply on FoSCoS for FSSAI Basic, State or Central registration based on turnover and activity. You will need ID, premises proof and, for higher licences, layout and additional annexures. See FSSAI entries in the LicenseHub catalog.
What is the difference between Central, State and Local licences?+
Central licences are issued by Union ministries/regulators (for example GST, IEC, MCA). State licences come from state departments (Shop & Establishment, labour, excise, pollution). Local licences are from municipalities (trade licence, fire NOC, health trade licence).
Where can I find documents, fees and timelines for Indian licences?+
Each LicenseHub licence page summarises issuing authority, typical documents, application process, fee estimates and timelines so MSMEs, CAs, CSs and founders can plan compliance faster.
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