The Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act, 2017
Almost every business with premises in Mumbai is covered: retail shops in Dadar and Bandra, wholesale counters in Kalbadevi, offices in BKC and Andheri, restaurants and cafés, clinics, salons and coaching centres. The 2017 Act modernised the old 1948 Bombay Act, made the process online and changed the obligations depending on how many people you employ.
Registration or Intimation?
- 10 or more workers: registration is required, and you receive a registration certificate.
- Fewer than 10 workers: you file an intimation with the Labour Department, which is simpler but still a legal requirement.
Either one is often the first document a bank asks for when a proprietorship opens a current account in Mumbai.
Documents Required
- PAN and Aadhaar of the owner, partners or directors
- Photograph of the establishment showing its name board
- Proof of address of the premises: rent agreement, ownership document or utility bill
- Incorporation certificate, LLP agreement or partnership deed, if applicable
- Number of employees and nature of business
Process
- We confirm whether you need registration or intimation.
- We prepare the documents and file the application on the Maharashtra Labour Department portal.
- You receive the registration certificate or intimation acknowledgement.
- We remind you to report any change in address, ownership or staff strength.
What the Act Requires Day to Day
- Display the establishment's name board in Marathi in Devanagari script (other languages may also be used)
- Give employees weekly holidays and leave as the Act provides
- Maintain registers of employees, attendance and wages
- Follow the Act's rules on working hours and overtime
Most Mumbai businesses also need Maharashtra professional tax registration once they hire staff.
Serving Clients Across Mumbai
Colaba, Fort, Kalbadevi, Dadar, Bandra, Khar, Santacruz, Andheri, Goregaon, Malad, Kandivali, Borivali, Ghatkopar, Thane and Navi Mumbai, all handled online.
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Registration or intimation
- Check: registration or intimation
- Application on the Maharashtra labour portal
- Document preparation
- Certificate or acknowledgement
- Updates when details change
Frequently Asked Questions
Which law applies to shops and offices in Mumbai?
The Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017. It replaced the old Bombay Shops and Establishments Act, 1948 and applies to shops, offices, restaurants, clinics and other commercial establishments in Mumbai.
Do I need registration or only intimation?
Establishments employing 10 or more workers must obtain registration. Those with fewer than 10 workers only need to file an intimation with the Labour Department. We check which applies to you and file the right one.
Is it needed if I work from home or a co-working space?
If you run a commercial establishment with employees from that address, the Act generally applies. A co-working operator is usually registered for its own premises, but your business may still need its own registration or intimation. We review your set-up and advise.
What happens if details change later?
Changes such as a new address, a change in ownership or a rise in staff above 10 must be reported to the Labour Department within the time allowed, and closing the establishment must also be intimated.
Why do banks ask for Shop Act registration?
For proprietorships in particular, the Shop and Establishment certificate or intimation is one of the most accepted proofs that the business exists at that address, so banks often ask for it to open a current account.
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