Odisha Shop & Establishment Registration — Fee, Validity & Documents
Every shop and commercial establishment in Odisha’s municipal areas that engages one or more employees must register under the Odisha Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1956 within 30 days of commencing work. The fee is a fixed slab based on the number of workers. Enter your worker count below to see your exact fee, validity, documents and the PAReSHRAM process.
Fees are the current slab published on the Odisha Labour PAReSHRAM portal under the Odisha Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1956 and Rules, 1958. Confirm the current figure on PAReSHRAM before paying. This is general guidance, not legal advice.
Odisha Shop & Establishment registration in brief
The Odisha Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1956 (with the Rules, 1958) regulates working hours, holidays, leave, wages and conditions of service in shops and commercial establishments in Odisha’s notified municipal areas. Registration is compulsory for every establishment that engages one or more workers, 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 PAReSHRAM labour portal.
Registration fee (by workers)
| Number of workers | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 to 9 workers | ₹168.75 |
| 10 to 19 workers | ₹450.00 |
| 20 or more workers | ₹675.00 |
Source: fee slab published on the Odisha Labour PAReSHRAM portal (Odisha Shops and Commercial Establishments Rules, 1958). Confirm the current figure before paying.
Validity, renewal and penalty
The registration certificate remains valid until it is revoked or the business is closed (by furnishing Form 16 to the Inspector). A fee of 50% in excess of the registration fee is payable after every five years. Where a renewal is required, the application should be made at least two months before expiry; a late renewal attracts an additional 25% of the fee. Registration must be completed within 30 days of commencing work.
Documents required
- Application for registration (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 workers — name, category, nature of business and number of workers.
- Constitution proof where applicable — Certificate of Incorporation (company) or Partnership Deed (firm).
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Odisha Shop & Establishment registration – Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shop & Establishment registration mandatory in Odisha?
Yes, for every shop and commercial establishment in a notified municipal area that engages one or more workers. It must register within 30 days of commencing work.
What is the registration fee in Odisha?
The fee is by number of workers: ₹168.75 for 1–9 workers, ₹450 for 10–19, and ₹675 for 20 or more.
How long is the Odisha certificate valid?
It remains valid until revoked or the business is closed (Form 16). A fee of 50% in excess is payable after every five years.
Where do I apply for Odisha Shop & Establishment registration?
Online through the Odisha Labour PAReSHRAM portal (pareshram-labour.odisha.gov.in), also accessible via the GO-SWIFT single-window.
Does the Odisha Act apply to an establishment with no workers?
The Act applies to establishments engaging one or more workers in notified municipal areas. If you have no workers, confirm your applicability on the PAReSHRAM portal.