Meghalaya Shop & Establishment Registration — Fee, Validity & Documents
Shops and establishments in Meghalaya register under the Meghalaya Shops and Establishment Act, 2004 (with the Rules, 2004). Registration is done online through the Invest Meghalaya portal and the fee is calculated there. Use the checker below to see your requirement, validity, documents and the process.
This is general guidance for Meghalaya, not legal advice. Confirm the current fee, forms and validity on the official portal before applying.
Meghalaya Shop & Establishment registration in brief
The Meghalaya Shops and Establishment Act, 2004 (with the Rules, 2004) regulates working hours, holidays, leave and conditions of service. Every establishment must be registered, and the certificate is routinely required by banks to open a current account and to support GST and trade registrations. Registration is now mandatory online through the Invest Meghalaya portal, and the State operates deemed approval and an auto-renewal facility.
Fee, timeline and renewal
The fee is as prescribed by the State Government, based on the number of employees, and is calculated on the portal. The certificate is valid for the calendar year and is renewed every calendar year, with an auto-renewal facility available.
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Meghalaya Shop & Establishment registration – Frequently Asked Questions
Which Act governs Shop & Establishment registration in Meghalaya?
The Meghalaya Shops and Establishment Act, 2004 and Rules, 2004. Registration is done online through the Invest Meghalaya portal.
What is the registration fee in Meghalaya?
The fee is as prescribed by the State Government, based on the number of employees, and is calculated on the portal. Always confirm the exact amount there.
How long is the Meghalaya certificate valid?
It is valid for the calendar year and is renewed every calendar year, with an auto-renewal facility available.
Is registration mandatory in Meghalaya?
Yes. Every establishment must be registered, whatever the number of employees.
Does Meghalaya levy professional tax?
Yes, Meghalaya levies professional tax. This is separate from Shop & Establishment registration.