A Factory Licence is a mandatory legal requirement under the Factories Act, 1948, applicable to manufacturing units employing 10 or more workers with power, or 20 or more without power. The licence must be obtained from the respective State Directorate of Factories before commencing operations.
SS Consultancy provides end-to-end assistance in obtaining new factory licences, renewing existing licences, and ensuring ongoing compliance with labour and safety regulations.
It is a statutory requirement before starting commercial production
Ensures adherence to worker safety, health, and welfare norms
Required for availing other approvals like Fire NOC, Power Connection, and Pollution Control
Helps avoid legal penalties, closure notices, or disqualifications
New Factory Licence Registration
Renewal of Existing Licence
Expansion / Amendment of Factory Licence
Closure or Deactivation of Licence
Regular Compliance Monitoring and Updates
Factory Plan Approval Letter
Site ownership proof or lease agreement
Identity and address proof of occupier and manager
MOA/Partnership Deed or Company Incorporation Certificate
List of machinery with power load details
Manufacturing process and flowchart
Worker strength and working hours
Safety audit report (if applicable)
Copy of PAN, TAN, and GST registration
Prepare required documentation and obtain plan approval
Submit application on state labour department portal or at local office
Inspection by factory inspector
Payment of prescribed fees based on number of workers and horsepower
Issuance of Factory Licence (valid for 1, 5, or 10 years depending on state policy)
Review of eligibility and setup requirements
Complete application filing and documentation
Liaison with Factory Inspectorate and Labour Department
Timely reminders and management of renewal schedules
Advisory on related laws: Shops Act, ESI, EPF, etc.
SS Consultancy will manage your entire licensing process—accurately, quickly, and compliantly—so you can focus on operations.
Email: info@ssconsultancy.net
Phone: +91 92468 22006
Hyderabad
+91 92468 22006