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==Procedure==
 
The Entertainment Duty Department, the Government of Maharashtra provides online facility to user to apply for Video Game Certificate. User can read the instructions and fill the form. Online service is provided by the government to save time of the user. The portal is available in, two languages English and Marathi; user can select any of the preferred language. However, the application form can be printed and applied in person along with the necessary documents to the District Office. 
;'''Apply Online through aaplesarkar : ''' 
#The applicant needs to register on the website [https://aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in/en/Login/Login Create User Id]
#The applicant can login using the credentials and fill the form as instructed.
#The applicant can fill the online application form for “Apply for Video Game Certificate” in the citizen login section: [https://aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in/en/Login/Certificate_Documents?ServiceId=4126 Online Application]
#Submit the application.
#After submitting the application, user will get a reference slip or number which should be kept for future reference.
#Status of the application can be tracked by the user in “Track your Application” section. For tracking the application, application id or reference number will be required. 
'''Apply in Person''': 
#The applicant can download the application form:[https://mumbaipolice.maharashtra.gov.in/downloads/Format%20of%20Application%20of%20Video%20Game%20Parlour.pdf Form] 
#The filled application form along with the necessary documents mentioned below should be submitted to the Licensing Authority, Divisional Asstt. Commissioner of Police. 
#Applications can also be made in-person through the Entertainment Duty Department offices and sub-offices through the following link: [https://www.thanepolice.gov.in/ Offices] select the station by clicking on the drop-down menu box. 
#Please make sure you have all the documents that are listed under the “Required Documents” section of this page. 
#After the authorities validate your application and the documents that are submitted the process for video game certificate will be initiated. 
#After the receipt of all the required documents the application will be processed. Enquiries will be made by the concerned Police station regarding suitability of the place and from the point of law and order situation.

==Required Documents==
;Proof of Identity (Any one):
*Pan Card
*Passport
*Aadhar card
*Voter ID card
*Driving license 
;Proof of Address (Any One)
*Water Bill
*Rent Receipt
*Telephone bill
*Property Letter
*Electricity Bill
*7/12 Extract/Property Card
*Property Tax Receipt
*Property Registration Extract 
;Mandatory Documents (all the documents are mandatory)
*Property Card
*Hotel license
*Self Declaration
*Water Bill receipt
*Agreement Document
*NOC from Fire Brigade
*Business-related licenses
*Government Proof of Identity
*NOC obtained from Local Authority
*License from Public Works Department
*Other documents from Entertainment branch
*National Savings Certificates of Deposit /Bank Guarantee 
Photocopy of documents should be attached while applying in person and scanned documents should be uploaded while applying online. Keep all the documents in scanned form like JPEG, GIF and PDF, so that it can be uploaded while making online application on the website. If submitting in person, xerox copies needs to be attached.

==Office Locations & Contacts==
Further information and clarification can be obtained through following link: [https://aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in/en/CommonForm/ContactUs Contact Information]

==Eligibility==
Provide eligibility criteria's for going through this procedure.

==Fees==
*Premises license fee (annually) Rs. 100 per machine. 
*Ticket selling fee Rs. 100 per year performance. 
*License fee (this will be collected by Divisional Asstt. commissioner of Police)

==Validity==
Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

==Documents to Use==
Application for Video game certificate:[https://mumbaipolice.maharashtra.gov.in/downloads/Format%20of%20Application%20of%20Video%20Game%20Parlour.pdf Application]

==Sample Documents==
Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.

==Processing Time==
It takes thirty days for processing of the certificate.

==Related Videos==
Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
Attach videos using the following tag <&video type='website'>video ID|width|height<&/video&> from external websites.
Please remove the '&' inside the tags during implementation.
Website = allocine, blip, dailymotion, facebook, gametrailers, googlevideo, html5, metacafe, myspace, revver,
sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
width = 560, height = 340, Video ID = Can be obtained from the URL of webpage where the video is displayed.
e.g In the following url 'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M' Video ID is 'Y0US7oR_t3M'.

==Instructions==
Please provide other instructions related to the certificate/documents.
e.g. The state office holds birth records since january 1908.

==Required Information==
A list which displays the kind of information which is required to complete the procedure.
e.g.
1. Date of Birth.
2. City or County of Birth.

==Need for the Document==
Please provide the need for the procedure. e.g. Birth Certificate - why do we need to have a birth certificate?

==Information which might help==
'''Q1. I wish to start a video game parlor. What are the licenses I require? ''' 
You require a Premises license, a Ticket selling license and a Performance license. 
'''Q2. Which authority issue these licenses? ''' 
The Premises license and the Ticket-selling license are issued by the office of the Commissioner of Police. The Performance license is issued by the office of the Divisional Asstt. Commissioner of Police. 
'''Q3. Where will I get the application form?''' 
You can collect the form from the Theater Branch or you can receive it by fax on demand services of Mumbai Police on telephone number 2619641. 
'''Q4. What are the requirements to start the said business?''' 
You have to submit following documents along with your application:
#Rent receipt (current) or document showing ownership/title/rights is required.
#Site plan and location plan signed by the architect. 
#List of video games. 
#Certificate of the electrical Inspector.
#NOC from the Health Department of the BMC. 
#Certificate from MTNL, if telephone is installed in the premises. 
#No objection from the local members of public. 
#Undertaking regarding not installing gambling machines. 
#NOC from the Fire Bridge Office. 
'''Q5. I don't have all these required documents at present. Can I submit them afterwards?''' 
Unless you submit these documents your application will not be processed and you cannot start the business just by making an incomplete application. 
'''Q6. I have submitted all the documents. What more you needed?''' 
After the receipt of all the required documents the application will be processed. enquiries will be made by the concerned Police station regarding suitability of the place and from the point of law and order situation. 
'''Q7. Under what rules the license is issued and which are the documents required in order to obtain it?''' 
Rules for Licensing and Controlling Places of Public Amusement (other than cinemas) and Performances for Public Amusements including Melas and Tamashas 1960. 
'''Q8. How long will this process take?''' 
The process will take minimum 30 to 45 days from the date of submission of all the required documents. 
'''Q9. What is the license fee structure?''' 
Fee structure is as under: 
Premises license fee (annually) Rs. 100 per machine. 
Ticket selling fee Rs. 100 per year performance. 
License fee (this will be collected by Divisional Asstt. commissioner of Police) 
'''Q10. What is the procedure for the renewal of license?''' 
You will have to make an application along with the copy of your license one month prior to the expiry of the license. You will also have to submit valid NOC's along with the application. enquiries will be made through the concerned Police station, and after the receipt of the enquiry report, you will be duly intimated. 
'''Q11. What are the renewal charges?''' 
Same as license fees. 
Rules for licensing and controlling public amusement activities:[https://mumbaipolice.maharashtra.gov.in/downloads/downloads/Rules%20For%20Licensing%20And%20Controlling%20Places%20of%20Public%20Amusement.pdf Rules] 
More information that would be useful can be obtained through following link:[http://www.thanepolice.gov.in/faq10.php More information]

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

==External Links==
*[https://aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in/en/Login/Login Maharashtra Right to Public Services Act] 
*Mumbai Police, Maharashtra:[https://mumbaipolice.maharashtra.gov.in/index.asp Refer Link] 
*Thane Police, Maharashtra:[http://www.thanepolice.gov.in/faq10.php Refer Link]

==Others==
More information which might help people.

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