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Shop & Establishment (Shop Act) Registration in Chennai
Mandatory Tamil Nadu Labour Department registration for every shop, office, restaurant & commercial premises.
Why Velan Law
- Shop Act certificate in 7–15 days
- Statutory register & display kit
- Renewals & employee record support
The Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishments Act, 1947 mandates that every shop, commercial establishment, restaurant, theatre, place of public amusement and office register with the Inspector of Labour within 30 days of starting operations. Velan Law Associates handles new Shop Act registration on the labour.tn.gov.in portal, renewals, amendments and statutory display / register compliance for Chennai businesses.
Key Benefits
- Statutory recognition of business under TN Shops Act, 1947
- Mandatory document for opening a current bank account
- Required for trade licence, GST & FSSAI applications
- Protection of employees under labour law (wages, leave, hours)
- Avoid penalties up to ₹250/day + ₹5,000 fine
Documents Required
- PAN & Aadhaar of applicant / authorised signatory
- Passport-size photograph
- Business address proof (rent agreement + NOC / utility bill)
- Bank account details / cancelled cheque
- List of employees with designation & wages
- Rent agreement / property tax receipt
- Affidavit / declaration (we draft)
How We Work
Premises Classification
We classify your unit (shop / commercial / industrial / restaurant).
Form A Filing
Online filing on labour.tn.gov.in with employee, address & ownership details.
Fee Payment
Statutory fees paid based on employee count (₹50–₹5,000).
Certificate Issuance
Inspector of Labour issues the Shop Act registration certificate.
Display & Renewal
Certificate displayed on premises; we file renewal & wage register updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who must register under the TN Shops Act?
Every shop, restaurant, café, salon, theatre, office, godown and commercial establishment in Tamil Nadu — even a single-person office.
Within how many days of starting business?
Application must be filed within 30 days of commencement. Late filing attracts penalty under Section 49.
What is the validity of Shop Act registration?
Depending on the fee paid: 1, 3 or 5 years. We recommend 5-year payment to save renewal effort.
What registers must I maintain under the Act?
Form-G register of wages, Form-O register of leave, employee attendance, and notice board displaying weekly off + working hours. We provide a ready compliance kit.
Is Shop Act registration the same as a Trade Licence?
No. Trade Licence is from the Greater Chennai Corporation; Shop Act registration is from the Labour Department. Most businesses need both.
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