Nagaland Shop & Establishment Registration — Fee, Validity & Documents
Shops and establishments in Nagaland register under the Nagaland Shops and Establishments Act, 1982. Registration is now filed online through the Labour Department’s EODB portal and the fee is computed there. Use the checker below to see your requirement, validity, documents and the process.
This is general guidance for Nagaland, not legal advice. Confirm the current fee, forms and validity on the official portal before applying.
Nagaland Shop & Establishment registration in brief
The Nagaland Shops and Establishments Act, 1982 (Act No. 5 of 1985; the Labour Department also refers to it as the 1986 Act) regulates working hours, holidays, leave and conditions of service. Registration is compulsory, and the certificate is routinely required by banks to open a current account and to support GST and trade registrations. Nagaland has moved fully online – all applications are filed through the Labour Department’s EODB portal and manual submission has been discontinued.
Fee, timeline and renewal
Register within 30 days of commencing work. The fee is computed on the portal from the number of employees and the term chosen. The certificate is renewed every 12 months; initiate renewal about 30 days before expiry.
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Nagaland Shop & Establishment registration – Frequently Asked Questions
Which Act governs Shop & Establishment registration in Nagaland?
The Nagaland Shops and Establishments Act, 1982 (Act No. 5 of 1985; the Labour Department also refers to it as the 1986 Act).
How do I register in Nagaland?
All applications are filed online through the Labour Department’s EODB portal – manual submission has been discontinued. Register within 30 days of commencing work.
What is the registration fee in Nagaland?
The fee is computed on the portal from the number of employees and the term you choose. Always confirm the exact amount there.
How long is the Nagaland certificate valid?
It is renewed every 12 months; initiate renewal about 30 days before expiry.
Does Nagaland levy professional tax?
The position on professional tax in Nagaland should be confirmed with the Nagaland Department of Taxes, as sources differ.