Licenses & Registrations Services
Trade, invoice, hire and import legally.
GST, MSME/Udyam, IEC, Shop Act, Professional Tax, Startup India and more, so your business is set up to operate from day one.
- CA/CS-led team
- Fixed fee in writing
- 100% online
- Reply within 2 working hours
- ₹1,500
- Starting fee
- 1,000+
- Businesses served
- 2 hrs
- CA reply time
Licenses & Registrations services
GST Registration
GSTIN for your business, with the right state, category and HSN/SAC codes from day one.
From ₹3,000+ govt fees + GST
7-10 working days
Import Export Code (IEC) Registration
10-digit IEC from DGFT, needed before you import or export goods and services.
From ₹3,500+ govt fees + GST
7-10 working days
Shop & Establishment License Registration
Registration or intimation for your shop or office under the state Shops and Establishments Act.
From ₹2,500+ govt fees + GST
7-15 working days
Startup India Registration
DPIIT recognition for eligible startups, opening up scheme benefits and fee concessions.
From ₹5,000+ govt fees + GST
15-20 working days
MSME Registration (Udyam)
Udyam certificate for priority lending, delayed-payment protection and the trademark fee concession.
From ₹2,000+ govt fees + GST
1-2 working days
GeM Portal Registration Services
Seller registration on Government e-Marketplace to sell to government buyers.
From ₹3,000+ govt fees + GST
7-10 working days
Professional Tax Registration
PTEC for the business and PTRC as an employer under the state profession tax law.
From ₹1,500+ govt fees + GST
5-7 working days
NGO Darpan Registration Services
Unique ID on NITI Aayog's NGO Darpan portal, needed to apply for government grants.
From ₹5,000+ govt fees + GST
15-20 working days
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What do you need to do?
GST Registration
Compulsory above ₹40 lakh (goods) or ₹20 lakh (services) in Maharashtra, and for inter-state goods or e-commerce sellers.
- Right registration type and state
- HSN/SAC codes mapped
- First-return guidance
₹3,000Professional fee from · + govt fees + GST
Why Businesses Choose StartBusiness
CA/CS Reviewed
Checked and signed off by a qualified professional.
Businesses Served
Founders across India have trusted us since 2017.
Dedicated Manager
One contact from name approval to your first filing.
Hidden Charges
Fixed fees. Government charges billed at actuals.
How it works
Four steps, one CA.
We track every stage and update you the moment anything moves.
- 1
Check applicability
A CA confirms which registrations you actually need, and which can wait.
Free 15-min call - 2
Documents
We send a short checklist and verify what you share.
Same day - 3
Application
Filed on the right portal: GST, Udyam, DGFT, Mahakamgar or DPIIT.
Online - 4
Certificate
You receive the certificate and what to do next to stay compliant.
Tracked to closure
We tell you the recurring obligations that come with each registration, such as GST returns or PT payments.
Know before you start
The rules that matter
Which registrations do you need?
Common triggers for a Maharashtra business.
| Registration | When it applies |
|---|---|
| GST | Turnover above ₹40 lakh (goods) / ₹20 lakh (services); inter-state goods; e-commerce |
| Shop & Establishment | Any shop or office; registration at 10+ workers |
| Professional Tax | Every business (PTEC); employers (PTRC) |
| IEC | Before importing or exporting |
| Udyam | Voluntary; needed for MSME benefits |
Ref: Sec 22 & 24, CGST Act, 2017 · Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act, 2017 · Maharashtra State Tax on Professions Act, 1975 · Sec 7, Foreign Trade (D&R) Act, 1992 · MSMED Act, 2006.
MSME classification
Revised limits from 1 April 2025.
| Class | Investment up to | Turnover up to |
|---|---|---|
| Micro | ₹2.5 crore | ₹10 crore |
| Small | ₹25 crore | ₹100 crore |
| Medium | ₹125 crore | ₹500 crore |
Ref: Notification S.O. 1364(E), 21 March 2025, under the MSMED Act, 2006.
Keep these ready
Documents you'll need
PAN
PAN of the business or proprietor.
Owner ID
Aadhaar and photo of the proprietor, partners or directors.
Business address
Electricity bill plus rent agreement or owner's NOC.
Bank proof
Cancelled cheque or bank statement in the business name.
Entity proof
Certificate of Incorporation, LLP agreement or partnership deed.
Authorisation
Board resolution or letter for the signatory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers cite the section or rule they rest on.
What is the GST registration threshold in Maharashtra?
₹40 lakh aggregate turnover for suppliers of goods and ₹20 lakh for services. Inter-state suppliers of goods and e-commerce sellers must register regardless of turnover.Sec 22 & 24, CGST Act, 2017 · Notification 10/2019-Central Tax
Is Udyam registration free?
Yes, the government portal charges no fee. Our fee covers classification, filing and keeping the certificate updated.MSMED Act, 2006
Do I need a Shop Act license for a small office?
In Maharashtra, establishments with 10 or more workers must register. Those with fewer than 10 file an intimation instead.Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act, 2017
Does an IEC need renewal?
There is no renewal, but IEC details must be updated online every year between April and June, or the IEC is deactivated.Foreign Trade Policy, 2023
What does DPIIT startup recognition give me?
Access to Startup India benefits, self-certification under certain labour and environment laws, and the 50% trademark fee concession. The income-tax holiday needs a separate approval from the Inter-Ministerial Board.DPIIT notification G.S.R. 127(E), 19 Feb 2019
Who must register for professional tax in Maharashtra?
Businesses enrol under PTEC to pay their own PT, and employers register under PTRC to deduct PT from salaries and deposit it.Maharashtra State Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Act, 1975
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