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Step 1
Register your business
There are 3 options to do the same. Please select the best option based on the differences listed below.
| Private Limited Company | LLP | Proprietorship |
|---|---|---|
| Ideal For:
1) Entrepreneurs planning to raise funds for angles or VC’s 2) If you are two or more partners Time Taken: 5 Days Cost: Rs 10,000 |
Ideal For:
1) Best suited for traders and online sellers 2) If you are two or more partners Time Taken: 5 Days Cost: Rs 8,000 |
Ideal For:
1) Best suited for individual traders and online sellers 2) If you are two or more partners Time Taken: 2 Days Cost: Rs 5,000 |
Step 2
Apply for a shop and establishment act license
It will cost you Rs 1500 to Rs 3500 depending on the type of structure. It will take only 2 days to get his registration. It is compulsory for all type of businesses and is mandatory to display the license at registered office.
Step 3
Apply for food license
It will cost you Rs 22,000 – Rs 30,000 for 2 years validity. It is compulsorily required for any business engaged in food business. The registration requires around 15 Days, but you can start the operations on application itself.
Step 4
Apply for mobile kitchen license from RTO
To have a mobile restaurant you need to take a license from RTO. It takes 5-10 days to get this license
About Rohit Lohade
Rohit Lohade is a Chartered Accountant with 15+ years of experience. He has assisted more than 300 Gobal Companies with India Entry Strategy