Documents Required for Sole Proprietorship Firm Registration

To register a sole proprietorship in India, the following documents are generally required:

Personal Identification Documents

• Aadhaar Card of the sole proprietor:
• PAN Card or any other valid government-issued identity proof of the proprietor:

Business Bank Details

• Bank account details in the name of the proprietorship:

Business Address Proof

• Address proof of the business location:
• Rental agreement (if operating from a rented property):
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the landlord (if applicable):
• Utility bill or sale deed (if the property is self-owned):

Business Registrations (if applicable)

• MSME/Udyam Registration Certificate:
• Shop & Establishment License / Trade License:
• GST Registration Certificate (if applicable based on turnover):

Important Notes

• Document requirements might differ depending on the state.:
• PAN and Aadhaar card of the business owner are required to register online.:
• Shop and Establishment Act registration is often required to operate legally.:
• GST registration is mandatory if the annual turnover exceeds ₹20 lakh (₹10 lakh for certain northeastern/special category states).:
• Shop and Establishment Act registration can be obtained online or offline.: