Gomasta
A Gomasta License (also known as a Shop and Establishment License) is a legal document required to start and operate any business establishment in certain states of India, particularly Maharashtra. This license is issued under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act, 1948, and is required for businesses such as shops, restaurants, hotels, commercial establishments, and even private offices. Here’s a guide to the documents typically needed to obtain a Gomasta License:
1. Application Form
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Completed application form as per the prescribed format from the local municipal corporation or labor department. The form can often be filled out and submitted online in many municipalities.
2. Proof of Identity of the Applicant
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Aadhaar Card
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PAN Card
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Passport
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Voter ID Card
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Driving License
3. Proof of Address of the Applicant
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Aadhaar Card
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Passport
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Voter ID card
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Driving License
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Utility bill (electricity, gas, or water) not older than three months
4. Business Address Proof (Any one of the following)
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Rent agreement or lease deed if the property is rented, along with the landlord’s NOC (No Objection Certificate).
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Utility bill (electricity or water) for the business address.
