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Gumasta License (Maharashtra)

Shops & Establishments registration under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act

Timeline: 3–5 working daysValidity: Perpetual — no renewal required in Maharashtra after the Shops & Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2017
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What is Gumasta License (Maharashtra)?

Obtain the Gumasta License (registration under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act 2017) for your shop, office, or commercial establishment operating in Maharashtra.

Who Needs Gumasta License (Maharashtra)?

Every shop, office, restaurant, hotel, cinema, or commercial establishment operating in Maharashtra — from sole proprietorships to large companies. The Gumasta License is state-specific to Maharashtra; other states have their own Shops & Establishments registrations.

What's Included

  • Gumasta Registration Certificate (permanent, no annual renewal)
  • Compliance with Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act 2017
  • Application on Aaple Sarkar / Shram Suvidha portal
  • Acceptance by banks for current account opening in Maharashtra

⚠️ Penalty for Non-Compliance

Operating without a Gumasta License attracts fines under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act. Banks in Maharashtra typically insist on the Gumasta certificate before opening a current account for a business.

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