NoLegalPaisa Licences & Registration

"One map for every licence your business will ever need."

From FSSAI and GST to IEC, MSME, PSARA or Pollution Control, this planner turns a long checklist into a clear, business-wise licence roadmap — with purpose, timelines and documents at a glance.

“Do I really need this licence?”

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Choose the profile closest to you. We’ll highlight the core registrations you should not miss.

Core licences for Food / Café / Cloud kitchen
  • FSSAI Basic / State / Central Registration
  • GST Registration
  • Shops & Establishment Registration
  • Udyam / MSME Registration
  • Legal Metrology (for pre-packed / weight-based sale)

Need a custom bundle? Our team can combine FSSAI + GST + Shops + MSME into a single execution plan for your state.

Registrations, Purpose, Timelines & Documents – at a glance

Exact timelines may vary with department workload and state-specific rules.

Food & Retail

FSSAI Basic / State / Central Licence

Purpose: Mandatory for food businesses (Basic: ₹0–12L, State: ₹12L–20Cr, Central: above ₹20Cr or multi-state).

Estimated Timeline: 3–25 working days (depending on category and state).

Key Documents: PAN, Aadhaar, photo, premises proof, business layout, food safety plan, utility bill / NOC as applicable.

Shops & Establishment

Purpose: State-level labour registration for shops, offices, outlets.

Timeline: 3–10 working days.

Documents: PAN, address proof, Aadhaar, rent agreement / ownership.

Legal Metrology

Purpose: Required for weight / measure based sale and pre-packed commodities.

Timeline: 10–25 working days.

Documents: Product specs, packaging layout, PAN, Aadhaar.

Core Business Identity

PAN, TAN & DSC

Purpose: PAN for taxpayer identity, TAN for TDS deduction, DSC (Digital Signature) for MCA / IT filings.

Timeline: PAN 2–5 days · TAN 5–7 days · DSC 1–2 days.

Documents: Aadhaar, photo, address proof, email & mobile.

Udyam / MSME Registration

Purpose: Recognition as MSME, access to schemes & priority credit.

Timeline: Instant (same day) in most cases.

Documents: Aadhaar, PAN, basic business details.

Export & Import

IEC Code

Purpose: Mandatory for export / import of goods and many services.

Timeline: 3–7 working days.

Documents: PAN, Aadhaar, bank details, entity documents.

RCMC / APEDA / Spice Board / FIEO

Purpose: Export promotion membership and commodity-specific recognition for agri, spices and other sectors.

Timeline: 5–15 working days.

Documents: IEC, GST, business profile, MOA / LLP agreement.

AD Code & Customs Clearance Licence

Purpose: AD code for export invoicing through a particular bank; CHA / customs agent licence for clearing goods.

Timeline: AD code 3–5 days · CHA licence 30–45 days.

Documents: IEC, bank letter, experience / exam clearance, PAN.

Brand & Quality

BIS & Hallmark Certification

Purpose: BIS for ISI-marked products; Hallmark for jewellery purity certification.

Timeline: 30–90 working days (BIS) · 15–30 days (Hallmark).

Documents: Lab test reports, factory layout & drawings, BIS licence copy, ID & address proofs.

ISO Certification

Purpose: Quality and process standards (e.g. ISO 9001) for tender, export, institutional clients.

Timeline: 7–30 working days depending on standard and scope.

Documents: Company profile, process notes, utility bills, org chart.

Finance & Foreign Funding

FLA & FDI Filing with RBI

Purpose: Annual FLA for foreign assets/liabilities; FDI filing for inward investment compliance.

Timeline: FLA – annual by 15 July · FDI filing 5–10 working days.

Documents: Balance sheet, FDI details, share allotment docs, board resolutions, FIRC.

Startup India & DIPP Recognition

Purpose: DPIIT recognition for eligible startups – tax benefits and easier access to funding.

Timeline: 7–15 working days.

Documents: Incorporation cert, pitch deck, innovation note.

Specialised & Regulated

Drug Licence

Purpose: Required for pharma / cosmetic / certain healthcare products.

Timeline: 30–60 working days.

Documents: Site plan, applicant qualification, equipment list.

IRDAI, PSARA & CLRA

Purpose: IRDAI for insurance intermediaries, PSARA for private security agencies, CLRA for contract labour establishments.

Timeline: Generally 30–90 working days depending on authority.

Documents: Incorporation docs, financials, training infrastructure, labour records, employment contracts, ID proofs.

Pollution Control & GI Registration

Purpose: Pollution Control Board consents for factories/industries; GI for protecting region-specific products.

Timeline: 15–60 working days (PCB) · 6–12 months (GI).

Documents: Layout and land proof, effluent plan, product history, maps.

What founders say about our licence & registration support

Most clients come to us with one question – “Which licences do I actually need?” We answer that, build the plan and then do the filings end-to-end.

“We were opening a cloud kitchen in two cities and were confused between FSSAI basic or state licence, GST and Shops registration. NoLegalPaisa mapped it all out and got every approval on time.”

Aditi Narang
Co-founder, QSR chain – Mumbai & Pune
Empowering Businesses with NoLegalPaisa

Frequently Asked Questions

We offer end-to-end assistance – from understanding your business needs to preparing documents, applying online, coordinating with departments, and securing your final certificate. Everything is managed digitally and professionally.

Yes, our platform ensures a 100% online experience. You simply upload your documents on your dashboard or WhatsApp, and our team takes care of the rest – including submissions, follow-ups, and approvals.

Document requirements vary by registration, but typically include:
  • PAN & Aadhaar
  • Business address proof
  • Entity registration (if applicable)
  • Utility bill, photo ID, and signature

Once you select your service, our system or advisor will provide a custom checklist.

Yes, for most licenses and registrations, you’ll be assigned a dedicated compliance advisor who will track your file, resolve queries, and guide you until you receive your registration certificate.

The timeline depends on the specific license (e.g., GST in 3–5 days, FSSAI Central License may take 2–3 weeks). You’ll get an estimated timeline at the time of booking, and you can track your status via dashboard or WhatsApp updates.

Once approved, we will email you the digital copy of your certificate. For certain registrations (e.g., DSC token), physical delivery may also be arranged.

If your application is rejected due to incorrect documentation or technical reasons, we’ll rectify the issue and reapply. Our experts ensure high accuracy to avoid rejections.

Absolutely. Whether you need to renew, modify, or upgrade your license (e.g., change from FSSAI Basic to State License), our platform supports renewal and compliance filings.

Yes. We follow strict data privacy standards with end-to-end encryption, secured cloud storage, and no third-party access to your documents or sensitive information.

Yes. Our platform offers a unified dashboard where you can manage all your licenses, track statuses, get renewal alerts, and upload/download documents anytime.

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