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Fire NOC (fire license) in Delhi

Who needs a fire licence in Delhi, the official fee, documents and where to apply.

Fees last checked: 28 Oct 2026

The short answer

Who needs a fire licence in Delhi, the official fee, documents and where to apply. Key facts: Issued by: Delhi Fire Service; Official fee: Nil no certificate needed; keep extinguishers and clear exits (for a small eating house); Validity: 3 years for non-residential premises.

Source: tribuneindia.com. Not yet matched to an official page; confirm on the official portal before paying.

Issued by
Delhi Fire Service
Official fee
Nil no certificate needed; keep extinguishers and clear exits
for a small eating house
Validity
3 years for non-residential premises

Official fee Not officially verified Source

What it is and who needs it

Fire safety clearance based on occupancy, area, height and fuel use. Eating houses using LPG, larger premises and taller buildings. Delhi: restaurants over 50 seats or 90 sq m.

In Delhi it is issued by the Delhi Fire Service.

Your licensing office may still ask for a fire safety undertaking.

Official fee

CityFeeValiditySource
DelhiNilno certificate needed; keep extinguishers and clear exits-Not officially verified Source
New Delhi (NDMC)Nilno certificate needed; keep extinguishers and clear exits-Not officially verified Source

Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.

Documents to keep ready

    Steps to apply

    1. Collect the documents listed here.
    2. Apply online at dfs.delhi.gov.in.
    3. Pay the official fee: Nil no certificate needed; keep extinguishers and clear exits.
    4. Keep the certificate safe. Validity: 3 years for non-residential premises.

    Where to apply

    Delhi Fire Service. Official portal: dfs.delhi.gov.in.

    After you apply

    What to do once the form is submitted: where to track it, how long it takes, why it gets rejected and what the law says if you do not have it.

    Track your application

    Typical time

    No time limit published by the authority. Track your application on the official portal linked above.

    Not officially verified

    If you operate without it

    Running a place that needs a fire NOC without one can lead to a notice, a fine or closure under the state's fire safety law. The amount differs by state, so we do not show one here.

    Law: The state's fire service or fire safety Act

    Not officially verified

    Common reasons for rejection and how to fix them

    ReasonHow to fix it
    Fire fighting equipment or exits do not meet the rulesFit the extinguishers, signs and exits the inspector lists, then ask for a fresh inspection.
    Building plan or occupancy papers are missingUpload the sanctioned plan and occupancy certificate, or ask the owner for them.
    Wiring or electrical safety certificate is missingGet a certificate from a licensed electrician and upload it.
    Wrong category or building height enteredCheck the height and use of the building and correct the form.

    Not officially verified

    Govt License is an independent guide. Fines and rules change, so confirm on the official portal. Items marked Not officially verified could not be checked on an official page.

    Common questions

    Do I need a fire licence or NOC in Delhi?
    Eating houses using LPG, larger premises and taller buildings. Delhi: restaurants over 50 seats or 90 sq m.
    How much does a fire licence cost in Delhi?
    For a small eating house the official fee is Nil no certificate needed; keep extinguishers and clear exits. This figure is not yet matched to an official page, so it is not officially verified. The fee depends on the area of the premises.
    Who issues the fire licence in Delhi?
    The Delhi Fire Service, on dfs.delhi.gov.in.
    How long is a fire licence valid in Delhi?
    3 years for non-residential premises.
    Is Govt License a government website?
    No. Govt License is an independent guide. We link to the official government portals where you apply and pay. Always confirm the fee on the portal before paying.

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    Yahi jaankari, Hinglish mein.

    Fire NOC in Delhi ka application status kaise check karein?
    Official link par application ya reference number daalkar status dekhein. Link upar 'After you apply' mein diye hain: Track your application on dfs.delhi.gov.in. Is state ne time limit publish nahi ki. Application ka status official portal par track karein.
    Fire NOC in Delhi ka application reject ho jaye to kya karein?
    Portal par likhi wajah padhein, galat ya dhundhle document badalkar dobara apply karein. Sabse aam wajah aur unka solution upar 'After you apply' mein diye gaye hain. Jahan 'Not officially verified' likha hai wahan official site se pakka kar lein.
    Bina Fire NOC in Delhi ke business chalane par kya hoga?
    Kanoon (The state's fire service or fire safety Act) ke tahat jurmana ya saza ho sakti hai. Rakam aur details upar 'After you apply' mein English mein di gayi hain. Jahan 'Not officially verified' likha hai wahan official source se pakka kar lein.