If you are starting a new business, let’s say you will need an import license, which is a Shop Act Registration License, or a Gumasta License. Basically in India when you start any type of business with a physical shop then the business requires the Shop Act Licence/Gumasta license from your state authority.
Gumasta License/ Shop Act Registration License was introduced to look after the employee’s rights and another establishment in the jurisdiction. It is necessary to apply for Gumasta while establishing a shop, hotel, or any other commercial place. It also helps to regulate the betterment of employees such as in which condition does he works, payment, rules and provide maximum benefits for the employees.
The shop and establishment registration should contain the following details such as the name of the employer and manager, name of the establishment, nature of business, number of workers, and other details as may be prescribed. The Facilitator shall issue to the employer of such Shop establishment a receipt of intimation in such form and manner as may be prescribed.