Licences for Starting Small Business in Kerala

One of the most dreadful thought that comes across any small business owners is the hassles of getting Govt sanction. We in India, our bureaucrats are known for their creative skills at making confusing laws that opens doors for thousand interpretations. In effect, these come as the nemesis for most small biz owner.

There’s no escape  from these mandatory certificates, and only way available now is to overcome with solid will power and sheer determination. Despite all the efforts, our God’s Own Country has witness many premature closure of business, but for these laws.

So, in this post, I’m sharing frequently asked questions by small business owners and also the related answers.

  1. Whom do I approach to get small business license in Kerala? 
  2. Where are the regional offices located? 
  3. How to set up a catering unit in Trivandrum or a spa in Kottayam? 
  4. What kind of licences should I have to start a hotel in Kerala? 
  5. How can I apply for a licence to start a resort or home stay in Kerala? 
  6. Is there a agency to help me in procuring all the licences? ( Biz opportunity here)
  7. Do I need a license for running a tuition center? 
  8. I’m selling food from home – Which license should I have?
  9. How can I set up a pub in Kerala or a discotheque?
  10. Where can I get SSI registeration?
  11. What about food license?
  12. How to set up a machinery or packing business in Kollam?

Links to different sources:

How to register a company in Kerala? Source: http://www.signsandmarks.com/

Registration Department  ( Govt of Kerala)

Registration of Small Scale Industries(SSIs) 

Your inputs is valuable and it will help many others hunting for different licenses. I suggest you to share links or put the rules on a blog.