Bihar Shop & Establishment Registration — Fee, Validity & Documents
Every shop and establishment in Bihar must register under the Bihar Shops and Establishments Act, 1953 within 30 days of commencing work. The fee is a slab based on the number of employees and is calculated on the Bihar Service Plus portal. Use the checker below to see your requirement, documents and the process.
The registration fee is a slab based on the number of employees and is calculated on the Bihar Service Plus portal. Confirm the exact fee there before paying. This is general guidance, not legal advice.
Bihar Shop & Establishment registration in brief
The Bihar Shops and Establishments Act, 1953 (with the Rules, 1955) regulates working hours, holidays, leave, wages and conditions of service in shops and establishments across Bihar. Registration is compulsory for every establishment, and the certificate is routinely required by banks to open a current account and to support GST and trade registrations. Registration is done online through the state’s Service Plus portal, in Form I under Rule 3.
Fee, timeline and penalty
The fee is a slab based on the number of employees and is calculated on the Service Plus portal during the application. Register within 30 days of commencing business; a late application attracts an additional fee of 50% for the first six months and a further 50% for each subsequent three-month period. Contravention of the Act can attract a fine of up to ₹250 for a first offence and up to ₹500 for a subsequent offence.
Documents required
- Application in Form I (online), signed by the employer.
- Identity and address proof of the employer / proprietor / partners / directors (Aadhaar, PAN).
- Proof of the establishment’s address — electricity bill, rent agreement or ownership document.
- Details of the establishment and employees — name, category, nature of business and number of employees.
- Constitution proof where applicable — Certificate of Incorporation (company) or Partnership Deed (firm).
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Bihar Shop & Establishment registration – Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shop & Establishment registration mandatory in Bihar?
Yes. Every shop and establishment must register within 30 days of commencing business, in Form I under Rule 3, whatever the number of employees.
What is the registration fee in Bihar?
The fee is a slab based on the number of employees and is calculated on the Bihar Service Plus portal when you fill the application. Always confirm the exact amount there.
What happens if I register late?
A late application attracts an additional fee of 50% for the first six months and a further 50% for each subsequent three-month period.
Where do I apply for Bihar Shop & Establishment registration?
Online through Bihar Service Plus (serviceonline.bihar.gov.in) by searching “Shop and Establishment” and selecting the Rule 3 / Form No. 1 registration service.
What is the penalty for non-registration in Bihar?
Contravention of the Act can attract a fine of up to ₹250 for a first offence and up to ₹500 for a subsequent offence.