Licences, Registrations & Market Access • 21 Statutory Approvals

Government Licensing, Approvals & Trade Registrations

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Statutory Licensing Catalog • 21 Central & State Approvals

Statutory Licensing & Trade Approvals Practice Directory

Filter by trade domain, export council, healthcare authority, or tender class. Eliminate procedural delays, protect business continuity, and secure authentic statutory operating licenses.

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GST Council / CBIC 3–5 Working Days

GST Registration (New GSTIN)

Central and state GST registration across all 28 states & 8 UTs for private limited companies, LLPs, proprietorships, e-commerce sellers, and voluntary registrations.

Aadhaar Authentication Fast-Track Principal & Additional Place Verification State & Central Jurisdiction Scrutiny
CGST Section 29 15–30 Days Closure

Cancellation & Surrender of GST

Voluntary surrender and legal closure of inactive GST registrations under Section 29 of CGST Act. Accurate stock ITC reversal computation, Form GST REG-16, and Final Return GSTR-10.

Form GST REG-16 Filing Stock ITC & Capital Goods Reversal Final Return Form GSTR-10 Settlement
Ministry of Labour 3–5 Working Days

PF (EPFO) Establishment Registration

Statutory Employees Provident Fund establishment code registration for corporate employers. Shram Suvidha portal filing, digital signature registration, and wage threshold compliance.

EPFO Establishment Code Allotment DSC / E-Sign Portal Integration ECR Monthly Return System Setup
ESIC Corporation 3–5 Working Days

ESIC Employer Registration

Mandatory Employees State Insurance 17-digit employer code registration. Secures comprehensive social security, medical care, and sickness benefits for employees earning under ₹21,000/month.

17-Digit Employer Code Issuance Branch & Factory Unit Coverage Pehchan Card & Contribution Portal
DGFT / Min of Commerce 24–48 Hours

Import Export Code (IEC) Registration

10-digit PAN-based DGFT license mandatory for all cross-border commercial exports and imports. Instant online issuance, ICEGATE customs registration, AD Code linkup, and annual renewal compliance.

24-Hour DGFT Online Issuance ICEGATE & Port AD Code Linkup Annual IEC Update / KYC Compliance
Agricultural Export / RCMC 5–7 Working Days

APEDA Registration (RCMC)

Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) from Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority. Mandatory for exporting basmati rice, cereals, fruits, meat, and processed foods.

Official RCMC Exporter Certificate Financial Assistance Scheme Eligibility Customs & Phyto-Sanitary Compliance
Spices Board of India 7–10 Working Days

Spices Board CRES Registration

Mandatory Certificate of Registration as an Exporter of Spices (CRES) from Spices Board India under the Spices Board Act 1986. Covers cardamom, pepper, ginger, turmeric, and spice extracts.

CRES Certificate for 52 Scheduled Spices Quality Evaluation & Lab Accreditation Export Incentive & Subsidy Eligibility
Directorate General of Shipping 15–25 Working Days

MTO Registration (Multimodal Logistics)

Multimodal Transport Operator registration under the Multimodal Transportation of Goods Act 1993. Authorizes freight forwarders and logistics firms to issue single multimodal bills of lading worldwide.

DGS Official MTO License Issuance Net Worth Audit & CA Certification (₹50L) Multimodal Bill of Lading (MTD) Legalization
DG Shipping / MLC 2006 30–45 Working Days

RPSL Maritime Manning License

Recruitment and Placement Services License (RPSL) issued by the Directorate General of Shipping under Merchant Shipping Rules and Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) for international seafarer crewing.

Bank Guarantee Formatting (₹40L/₹20L) MLC 2006 Quality System Audit Preparation e-Migrate Seafarer Portal Integration
International Air Transport Assoc 15–20 Working Days

IATA Travel & Cargo Accreditation

Global agency accreditation from the International Air Transport Association for passenger ticketing (Billing and Settlement Plan - BSP) and cargo forwarders (CASS) with global airline inventory access.

IATA Numeric Code & BSP Certification Financial Solvency & Guarantee Structuring GDS & Global Airline Stock Authorization
MEA / Emigration Act 1983 30–60 Working Days

Overseas Recruitment Agent License (MEA)

Protector of Emigrants (POE) / Ministry of External Affairs registration for manpower agencies recruiting Indian workers for overseas employment. Bank guarantee verification, office infrastructure audit, and eMigrate clearance.

1,000+ Worker Capacity Authorization Bank Guarantee Liaison (₹50 Lakh) eMigrate Portal Agency Enrolment
MEA eMigrate System 7–14 Working Days

Foreign Employer eMigrate Registration

Accreditation for international corporations, gulf construction firms, and overseas healthcare providers recruiting Indian talent. Indian Embassy attestation, Demand Letter validation, and eMigrate approval.

Indian Embassy / Consulate Attestation Demand Letter & Power of Attorney Drafting Direct Foreign Recruitment Permit
FSSAI FoSCoS Portal 7–15 Working Days

FSSAI Food License (Basic / State / Central)

Statutory food safety licenses under the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 for food manufacturers, cloud kitchens, D2C brands, warehouses, restaurants, and food importers across India.

FoSCoS Central & State License Filing FSMS Food Safety Plan & Layout Blueprint Annual FoSCoS Return (Form D1) Compliance
State SLA / CDSCO 20–30 Working Days

Retail & Wholesale Drug License

Form 20, 21, 20B, and 21B statutory pharmacy licenses issued by the State Drugs Control Organization for retail medical stores, pharmaceutical distributors, C&F agents, and medicine wholesalers.

Registered Pharmacist Credential Verification Cold Storage & Premises Inspection Support Schedule H & X Controlled Substance Filing
CDSCO / Cosmetics Rules 2020 30–45 Working Days

Cosmetic Manufacturing & Import License

Statutory licenses under the Cosmetics Rules 2020 for cosmetic manufacturing (Form COS-8), loan licensing (Form COS-9), and overseas cosmetics import registration (Form COS-2) through the CDSCO SUGAM portal.

Product Formula & Testing Dossier GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) Review CDSCO SUGAM Portal Registration & Grant
CDSCO / Medical Devices 2017 30–60 Working Days

CDSCO Medical Device License (MD-5 / 9 / 14)

Comprehensive regulatory licensing for Class A, B, C, and D medical devices and in-vitro diagnostics. Manufacturing licenses (MD-5, MD-9), import licenses (MD-14, MD-15), Device Master Files (DMF), and Plant Master Files (PMF).

Class A, B, C & D Classification ISO 13485 & Device Master File (DMF) Audit CDSCO Medical Device Online Portal Grant
DPIIT / Min of Commerce 3–5 Working Days

Startup India DPIIT Recognition & Tax Holidays

Government of India recognition unlocking 100% 3-year income tax holiday under Section 80-IAC, complete Angel Tax exemption under Section 56(2)(viib), 80% patent fee rebates, and GeM tender exemptions.

Guaranteed DPIIT Recognition Certificate Section 80-IAC 3-Year Tax Holiday Petition Angel Tax Exemption & GeM Fast-Track
CPWD & State PWD Departments 20–45 Working Days

PWD Contractor Registration (Class I to V)

Official contractor enlistment across Class I (unlimited tender bidding) to Class V for civil, electrical, road, bridge, and building infrastructure tenders across State Public Works and CPWD.

Bank Solvency & CA Net Worth Structuring Technical Personnel & Machinery Proofs E-Procurement Portal Enlistment & Bidding
MSME / NSIC SPRS Scheme 15–25 Working Days

NSIC Single Point Registration (SPRS)

National Small Industries Corporation registration enabling micro and small enterprises to participate in central and state government tenders with free tender forms, EMD fee waivers, and purchase preferences.

100% Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) Waiver Technical Capability Assessment Defense 358 Reserved Items Procurement Priority
MSME / Periodic Validation 10–20 Working Days

NSIC Registration Renewal & Assessment

Timely renewal of NSIC SPRS certificates before expiry. Updated factory capacity assessment, plant machinery re-verification, audited turnover updation, and continuous tender bidding eligibility.

Uninterrupted Government Tender EMD Exemption Updated Machinery & Technical Personnel Records Streamlined Expired Certificate Regularization
Income Tax Department / CBDT 15–30 Working Days

12A & 80G Tax Exemption for NGOs & Trusts

Section 12A and 80G registrations under the Income Tax Act 1961 for registered trusts, societies, and Section 8 non-profit companies. Provides 100% tax exemption on charitable income and 50% tax deduction for donors.

Form 10A / 10AB Filing on IT Portal 100% Tax Exemption on Charitable Receipts 50% Income Tax Deduction for Donors
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Why High-Growth Enterprises Trust Lawful Journey For Statutory Licensing

Navigating central ministries, state directorates, and statutory enforcement bodies demands precise procedural mastery, ironclad legal dossiers, and seasoned departmental liaison.

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Senior CS & Advocate Counsel

Every license petition is audited and structured directly by qualified Company Secretaries and High Court Advocates with extensive departmental bench experience.

Document Scrutiny

Zero-Defect Pre-Filing Audit

Rigorous pre-submission validation of premises titles, layout drawings, machinery proofs, pharmacist credentials, and board resolutions eliminates avoidable deficiency notices.

Portal Expedition

Direct Statutory Liaison

Accelerated digital processing across DGFT, CDSCO SUGAM, DGS, FoSCoS, and State PWD portals with rapid clarification responses and proactive follow-ups.

Non-Disclosure Protocol

Enterprise Confidentiality

Stringent data protection safeguards and institutional NDA governance protect your proprietary manufacturing formulas, commercial contracts, and trade blueprints.

Transparent Engagement

All-Inclusive Fixed Pricing

Itemized engagement contracts clearly distinguish official government treasury fees from legal advisory retainers with zero hidden out-of-pocket surcharges.

Lifecycle Management

Post-Grant Compliance Governance

Proactive tracking of annual license renewals, mandatory return deadlines, statutory registers, and regulatory amendments ensures uninterrupted commercial operations.

100% Compliance Dossier Accuracy
21+ Central & State Authorities Covered
2,400+ Statutory Licenses Granted
3–5 Days Turnaround on Core Registrations
Government Approval Roadmap

From Eligibility Scoping to Departmental License Grant

A structured, transparent 5-phase execution workflow designed to minimize official queries and deliver your operating authority on schedule.

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Day 1–2

Regulatory Scoping & Eligibility Audit

Assessing business activity, statutory applicability thresholds, state vs. central jurisdiction, and premises title eligibility.

Statutory Roadmap & Checklist
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Day 3–5

Dossier Compilation & Board Attestation

Drafting board resolutions, affidavits, technical qualification letters, site blueprints, and bank guarantee documentation.

Verified Statutory Bundle
03
Day 5–7

Digital Portal Submission & Fee Deposit

Filing electronic applications on DGFT, CDSCO, DGS, FoSCoS, or State portals with official treasury challan payment.

Government Acknowledgement
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Day 7–14

Departmental Scrutiny & Query Defense

Monitoring application workflow, attending officer clarifications, filing rejoinders, and coordinating premises inspection.

Officer Clarification Cleared
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Final

Certificate Grant & Compliance Dossier

Final issuance of authenticated statutory license certificate, portal activation, and delivery of permanent compliance binder.

Official Operating License
Regulatory Clarifications

Frequently Asked Licensing Questions

Clear, direct answers regarding government timelines, documentation requirements, state jurisdictions, and ongoing compliance.

Turnaround times depend on the issuing statutory body. Fast-track central registrations such as Import Export Code (IEC) and GSTIN are typically granted in 24 to 72 hours once documentation is verified. State approvals requiring physical premises inspections or technical qualification audits (such as Wholesale Drug Licenses, PWD Contractor Enlistment, or RPSL Maritime Manning) generally take between 15 to 45 working days. Our pre-filing quality review ensures zero deficiency re-submissions.
Yes. Wholly-Owned Subsidiaries (WOS), Joint Ventures (JV), and Liaison/Branch Offices of foreign parent companies incorporated in India can obtain all statutory licenses—including IEC, GST, FSSAI, and CDSCO registrations. The application requires apostilled/consularized overseas incorporation documents, an Indian resident director/authorized signatory with an active PAN and DSC, and a registered commercial address in India.
Departmental clarification queries or Show Cause Notices (SCNs) must be responded to within strict statutory windows (typically 7 to 15 days). Our senior legal team immediately analyzes the inspecting officer’s remarks, drafts a comprehensive legal rejoinder, compiles additional evidentiary documents or affidavits, and represents your position before the authority to secure unconditional clearance without restarting the application cycle.
In 95% of cases, no physical presence is required. The entire onboarding, document collection, digital signature authentication, portal filing, and government correspondence are managed digitally through Lawful Journey’s New Delhi legal office. Where specific physical committee presentations or inspection hearings are legally mandated (such as CPWD or specialized maritime interviews), our advocates represent your firm directly.
Every granted license is cataloged in our proactive compliance calendar. We provide advance reminder notifications 60 and 30 days prior to certificate expiry, handle mandatory annual portal updates (such as the annual DGFT IEC update between April and June, annual FoSCoS Form D1 food returns, and NSIC capacity validations), preventing administrative fines or certificate revocation.
We operate on a transparent, 100% itemized pricing model. Our engagement proposal clearly segregates statutory government treasury fees / portal challans (which are paid directly to government gateways with official government receipts) from our professional advisory retainers. There are never any undisclosed out-of-pocket charges or surprise processing markups.
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