In Maharashtra, the Shop Act License (commonly known as the Gumasta License) is a mandatory registration under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017, required for all businesses such as shops, offices, restaurants, and service providers. It must be obtained within 30 days of starting operations by any business entity—be it a sole proprietorship, partnership, LLP, or company—and is necessary for legal recognition, bank accounts, loans, and tenders. The application process, available on the Aaple Sarkar portal, involves submitting documents like PAN, Aadhaar, address proof, photos, and employee details, with fees starting from ₹499 for establishments with fewer than 10 employees. Licenses are categorized as Namuna G (valid for 1 year, renewable annually) for 0–9 employees, and Namuna B (lifetime validity) for 10 or more employees.
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