The application for renewal of the license is to be made within thirty days from the date of its expiry.
Apply Online:

1. To Renew Trade License, the applicant has to make the application online via – link
2. If the applicant is a new user, The applicant has to click the “Register” button.
3. The applicant has to enter all the details and click the “Submit” button.
4. Now go back to the login page and enter the details with the captcha code and click the “Log in” button.
5. The applicant has to enter all the details for a trading license.
6. Also, the applicant has to upload the necessary documents which are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page. Click the “Submit” button.
7. After completing successfully, the applicant will get the message through the registered mobile number.
8. Pay the fee online mode and click the “Submit” button.
9. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
10. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
11. This application will be moved to the respective authority of the Zone for field verification of the site.
12. After field verification, the authority will submit a verification report before the trade license committee.
13. Once the process gets completed, the applicant has to visit the office and pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
14. Upon successful completion, the applicant can get the renewal license from the office.
15. This entire process can be completed within 7 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Apply In-Person:

1. Applicant has to submit an application for renewal addressed to the Licensing authority of the concerned municipal corporation/municipality where the trade license was obtained.
2. Link for contact details : link1 AND link2 Please select the district name on the right part of the page. Select the plus symbol before the place name and district website to reach respective district portal. Please select the respective menu option for municipality contacts.
3. Go to the respective office.
4. Collect the applicable application form or write on a plain A4 paper as per advice.
5. Submit the completed application form along with required document. Please check the required documents section of this page.
6. Authorities will check the submitted application and announce the fees / charges. Please pay and get the receipt.
7. This application will be processed internally.
8. Applicant gets notification from the department through their registered mobile number. So, please follow the department notification.
9. On successful completion of the process, renewed trade license will be delivered as per applicable norms.

Note:

• It is advised to submit additional set of copy of the documents and get counter signed for your safety while applying with government department.

Apply through CSC:

1. To Renew Trade License, the applicant has to approach the nearest CSC centre – Link
2. The applicant has to select a state, district, and block name from the drop-down menu, or the applicant has to click on their respective district to find nearby centres.
3. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
4. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
5. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
7. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
8. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
9. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
10. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
11. This application will be moved to the respective authority of the Zone for field verification of the site.
12. After field verification, the authority will submit a verification report before the trade license committee.
13. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
14. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
15. The applicant will get a renewal license by visiting the centre.
16. This entire process can be completed within 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

• Application form
• Original copy of the trade License
• Previous year challans
• Up to date property tax paid receipt.
• ID Proof of the Applicant (PAN/DL/Passport/Bank Passbook)
• Address Proof of the Applicant (DL/ Passport/Bank Passbook)
• Passport Photograph (for single owner) or Jt. Photography (for Jt. Owners) as per requirement
• Aadhaar Card

Note:

• Apart from the above listed documents, authorities may ask for additional information or document. Please provide them for smooth processing.

Municipal Service Commission,
149, ACHARYA JAGADISH CHANDRA BOSE ROAD
KOLKATA - 700 014
ENQUIRY NO. - 033 2286 0052
Contact Link: link

• A valid trade license whose validity expires in thirty days
• Make sure applicant does not have any criminal records

• Application fee details shall be provided by the concerned licensing officer
• Please pay as authority’s advice at the time of applying.

Note:

• Don’t forget to take the receipt for the payment.
  

• License is valid for 1 financial year or
• As notified on the license.

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• Renewal can be obtained in One week time

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• The application for renewal of the license is to be made within thirty days from the date of its expiry.
• In case the renewal process is delayed, then it may attract fine depending upon the rules and regulation of the issuing authority.
• Rules and regulations in relation to the issuance of a trade license vary from state to state.
• The fee structure for the issuance of the license differs based on the nature of the business
• The failure to comply with pre-requisites of the trade license can also result in the closure of a business.

• Name of the applicant
• Address of the applicant
• Father's Name
• Aadhaar card
• Mobile number
• email ID
• GST Number

• A trade license needs to be renewed before its validity lapses.
• No centre shall operate without renewed trade license
• Renewal of trade license is mandatory and helps business operator to understand the latest updates and norms as laid by government from time to time.

• In case the renewal process is delayed, then it may attract fine depending upon the rules and regulation of the issuing authority.
• However, the license does not allow the holder to any other trade or business than for it is issued
• Please follow government’s announcement to avoid un-necessary actions for not following the policy.

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

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