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Fire NOC (fire license) in Himachal Pradesh

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

Fees last checked: 28 Oct 2026

The short answer

Who needs a fire licence in Himachal Pradesh, the official fee, documents and where to apply. Key facts: Issued by: Himachal Pradesh Fire Services; Official fee: No official fee published (for a small eating house); Validity: Validity period not published by the state.

Source: emerginghimachal.hp.gov.in. Not yet matched to an official page; confirm on the official portal before paying.

Issued by
Himachal Pradesh Fire Services
Official fee
No official fee published
for a small eating house
Validity
Validity period not published by the state

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 Himachal Pradesh it is issued by the Himachal Pradesh Fire Services.

Shimla's business licence process asks hotels, restaurants, dhabas, halwai shops, guest houses and similar trades for a fire department NOC. We could not read the state fee schedule.

Shimla's business licence process asks hotels, restaurants, dhabas, halwai shops, guest houses and similar trades for a fire department NOC. We could not read the state fee schedule.

Official fee

CityFeeValiditySource
ShimlaNo official fee publishedby built-up area and building typeValidity period not published by the stateNot officially verified Source

Check the amount on the official portal, or ask the office, before paying.

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 emerginghimachal.hp.gov.in (state single window).
    3. No official fee is published, so ask the office before paying.
    4. Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Validity period not published by the state.

    Where to apply

    Himachal Pradesh Fire Services. Official portal: emerginghimachal.hp.gov.in (state single window).

    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 Himachal Pradesh?
    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 Himachal Pradesh?
    For a small eating house the official fee is not published. 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 Himachal Pradesh?
    The Himachal Pradesh Fire Services, on emerginghimachal.hp.gov.in (state single window).
    How long is a fire licence valid in Himachal Pradesh?
    Validity period not published by the state.
    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.