Who this is for in Hyderabad
Shops and retail outlets
Kirana, clothing, electronics and general stores, whether in a mall, a market or your own street.
Offices and consultancies
Small offices, agencies, clinics, coaching centres and professional practices.
Restaurants, cafes and cloud kitchens
Eating places and kitchens that employ staff. You usually also need an FSSAI licence and, in city limits, a trade licence.
Growing teams
The moment you hire, Professional Tax and employee records come into play.
Government fee by headcount
| Employees at registration | Reported government fee |
|---|---|
| No employees | ₹100 |
| 1 to 5 | ₹500 |
| 6 to 10 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 to 20 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 to 50 | ₹5,000 |
| More than 50 | Higher slabs apply |
Fees are as reported for the Telangana Shops and Establishments Act and can change. We confirm the current figure on the Labour Department portal before we file.
Documents we ask for
- Proof of the establishment address and, if rented, the rent agreement and owner's no-objection letter
- PAN and Aadhaar of the proprietor, partners or directors
- Partnership deed or certificate of incorporation, if applicable
- Number of employees and the date work began
- Passport-size photographs and a bank account detail
How it works
Send details on WhatsApp
Business name, address, number of employees, start date.
We file online
We submit the application on the Telangana Labour Department portal and pay the fee for you at actuals.
Certificate
You receive the registration certificate to display at the premises.
Set up Professional Tax
If you have employees above the limit, we set up the monthly deduction and payment routine.
Other local registrations to plan
- GST: needed above the turnover limit. See GST registration in Hyderabad.
- FSSAI: for any food business. See FSSAI licence.
- Udyam (MSME): free, online and useful for loans and lower trademark fees. See Udyam registration.
- GHMC trade licence: a separate municipal permission for premises within Hyderabad city limits. See GHMC trade licence in Hyderabad.
Frequently asked questions
Is Shops and Establishments registration compulsory in Telangana?
Yes. Under the Telangana Shops and Establishments Act, 1988, an establishment must register within 30 days of starting work. It is done online through the Telangana Labour Department portal.
What does it cost?
The government fee depends on the number of employees at the time of registration. Reported fees start at ₹100 for no employees, ₹500 for 1 to 5 employees, ₹1,000 for 6 to 10, ₹2,000 for 11 to 20 and ₹5,000 for 21 to 50, with higher slabs beyond that. We confirm the current slab before we file.
Do I also need a GHMC trade licence?
If your premises are within Hyderabad city limits, the GHMC trade licence is a separate municipal permission. It is not the same as Shops and Establishments registration, and you may need both.
What is the Professional Tax in Telangana?
Employees earning up to ₹15,000 a month pay nil. Those earning ₹15,001 to ₹20,000 pay ₹150 a month, and above ₹20,000 pay ₹200 a month, with a yearly cap of ₹2,500. The employer deducts it and pays it.
Do I need this if I work alone with no staff?
The registration applies to establishments, and the fee slab starts for establishments with no employees. A sole shop or office in Hyderabad still usually registers. We tell you if your case is exempt.