Permission to carry out a particular trade or business at a specific premises
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Varies by municipality and nature of business
Any individual, partnership firm, or company setting up a business
Anyone starting a commercial establishment, shop, restaurant, or business enterprise
Identify the local municipal corporation under whose jurisdiction the business falls.
Obtain the Trade License application form (online or offline).
Fill in details about the business, director/owner, and premise size.
Provide necessary proofs of identity, address, and premises ownership/lease.
Fees are generally calculated based on the area of the premises and type of business.
Municipal authorities may conduct an inspection to ensure zoning laws are met before issuing the license.
To update details on your Trade License / Gumasta — such as name, address, or date of birth — you typically need to submit a correction request at the issuing authority's official portal or office with supporting documents.
Go to the official portal linked to your Trade License / Gumasta ().
Create an account or log in using your registered mobile number or existing credentials.
Find the "Update", "Correction", or "Modify Details" option for your Trade License / Gumasta.
Enter the correct information in the form and select the fields to be updated.
Upload valid documents that prove the correct information (e.g., new address proof, birth certificate).
Pay any applicable fee online. Many identity documents charge a nominal fee for updates.
Submit the request and note the reference number to track the update status.
You can download a digital copy of your Trade License / Gumasta from the official government portal. The digital version is legally valid as per Indian law and accepted everywhere the physical card is accepted.
Go to and log in with your credentials or OTP.
Find the "Download", "e-Trade License / Gumasta", or "Digital Copy" option on the portal.
Verify using your registered mobile OTP, Aadhaar, or other credentials.
Your Trade License / Gumasta will be downloaded as a PDF or image file. Save it securely.
Upload or access your document on DigiLocker (digilocker.gov.in) for a government-verified digital copy.
After applying for or updating your Trade License / Gumasta, you can track your application status online using your application reference number or acknowledgment ID.
Go to and look for the "Track Application" or "Check Status" section.
Enter the reference number, acknowledgment ID, or application number you received at the time of submission.
Complete verification as required by the portal.
View the current status — whether your Trade License / Gumasta is under review, approved, dispatched, or if any action is needed from your side.
No, Trade License is permission to carry out a specific trade, while Shop Act registration governs the working conditions of employees.
Typically, it must be renewed annually between January 1st to March 31st.
Visit the official government portal to start your application
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