Yes, the Shop and Establishment Act applies to the whole country. However, every state/UT has its own act to govern entities falling within the state’s area/boundary. However, the general provisions of the act of all states are similar.

The Shop and Establishment Act Certificate contains the following details:

- Name and address of the establishment

- Full name of the employer

- Category of establishment

- Nature of business

- Name of the manager

- Date of establishment commencement

- Employee details

No, factory owners are not required to register under the Shop and Establishment Act as they are governed by a different Act, i.e. the Factories Act, 1948

Shop and establishment acts, administered by state labor departments, define workplace environments and conditions and the benefits offered to employees by the company and management. It is perfect for shops, any charity, dining circles and joints, restaurants, cafes, cinemas, accommodations, and all other places of public enjoyment across India. All establishments and foundations must be registered under this Act within 30 days of operations, whether the business is fully operational.

The procedure for obtaining a Stores and Convenience Registration Certificate varies from state to state. Available online and offline.

It is clear from a reading of the law that any business that sells goods or services to customers outside its business must be registered.

To reiterate my earlier point, if you work out of the office and your products and services are sold online, you can take advantage of the shortfall that no customers buy from your shop, so you must register. It is not needed. However, that loophole becomes unavailable when you host walk-in customers and sell them products and services. Get hassle-free service from Web Online CA for the shop and establishment.