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Gumasta Certificate of Maharashtra

The Gumasta certificate of Maharashtra is obtained under the Shops and Establishment Act of Maharashtra. It is governed by the Municipal Corporation of Mumbai under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishment Act. Any person who wants to set up a business has to get this license. It provides you with the power to do your business at a particular place. Getting the Gumasta certificate safeguards your business without many complications. The Gumasta certificate is also essential for opening a current account, obtaining a bank loan, and getting a GST registration in the state of Maharashtra.

Components of The Gumasta Certificate of Maharashtra?

The components of the Gumasta Certificate of Maharashtra are as follows:

  • Name of the employer
  • Name and year of establishment
  • Nature of business
  • Other related information

Documents Required For Gumasta Registration

The documents required for Gumasta registration are as follows:

Proof of Business

Identify Proof

Address Proof of Business

Other Documents

Certificate of registration

Aadhaar Card of the authorized person

Tax paid receipt

Photograph:

Passport size

photo of authorized person

Any proof of business registration

Pan card of authorized person

Electricity bill

Signature: Scanned signature of the person authorized

Partnership Deed

Passport copy of authorized person

Rent agreement

Office Name Board: Office photo with name on the banner

MOA & AOA

Voter Id of authorized person

Lease agreement

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Step by Step Guide To Get The Gumasta Certificate

  • Go to the LMS Mahaonline government portal for Labour Management System.
  • Create a new account under ‘Create Employer User Account’ by providing the e-mail ID, password, and other information.
  • Log into the account after creating the account.
  • On the left side of the page, click on the ‘Shops and Establishment Registration’ tab. Then, click on the ‘Registration Form A’ under it.
  • Fill in Form A, upload the documents, pay the fees, and submit the form
  • Post approval of the form, the registration certificate will be sent by e-mail or you can download it by clicking on ‘Download Registration Certificate’ (on the right side of the screen) on the LMS Mahaonline government portal.

The registration certificate has to be submitted to the area inspector within 30 days of starting the business.

Benefits of The Gumasta License

The Maharashtrian council governs the license for establishing any form of shop and establishment. The applicant requires the registration to carry out any work related to his shop and business establishment. Here are the benefits for taking a Gumasta license in Maharashtra:

  • Tax and Subsidies: Once the Gumasta license is taken, the applicant is entitled to various forms of tax and subsidies offered by the Government of Maharashtra. Such taxes and subsidies will be available only after obtaining this license.
  • Bank Account: The applicant can easily open a bank account once the Gumasta license is obtained. Businesses transact with each other, and they need a bank account for this. A bank account can be opened only if the Gumasta license is obtained.
  • Compliance With Law: If a business has to get registered under the respective Shops and Establishment Act, it has to first fulfill the requirement of taking a Gumasta License/Shop Act Registration in Maharashtra.
  • Proof: Once the Gumasta License is obtained, the person can start carrying out the business operations. This license not only entitles you to carry out the business-related operations but also acts as a proof for the same.

Cancellation of The Gumasta Certificate/License

An individual who is an applicant or who has obtained the Gumasta License can cancel it. The individual must give a notice stating that the license should be canceled. Application for canceling the license must be made within ten days of closing the establishment. When applying for cancellation, the applicant should specify the correct shop and installation and license registration number. The applicant should include all details like name, address, and payment details of the establishment.

FAQs of Gumastha Certificate of Maharashtra

1. Can I run a shop without registration?

It is completely legal to operate as a sole proprietor without registering your company. But, in that case, you are not legally safeguarding your company if you face legal action or debt.

2. What is the cost of a Gumasta license in Mumbai?

The cost of a Gumasta License in Mumbai varies with the number of employees in the company. For instance, it is Rs. 5000 for 11 to 20 employees, Rs. 9800 for 21 to 50 employees, and Rs. 17,000 for 51 to 100 employees.

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