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Trade license in Coimbatore (trade licence)

The trade licence fee for every business type in Coimbatore, the documents and where to apply.

Fees last checked: 28 Oct 2026

The short answer

The trade licence fee for every business type in Coimbatore, the documents and where to apply. Key facts: Issued by: Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation; Fee, retail shop: Varies (by trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)); Apply at: TN Urban ePay.

Source: tnurbanepay.tn.gov.in, checked 27 Sep 2026.

Issued by
Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation
Fee, retail shop
Varies
by trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)
Apply at
TN Urban ePay

Fee for a retail shop Checked on 27 Sep 2026 Source

What it is and who needs it

A trade licence is permission from your city to run a trade or business at your premises. In Coimbatore it comes from the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation.

Issued under the Tamil Nadu Urban Local Bodies Act, 1998 (brought into force in 2023) and the TN Urban Local Bodies Rules, 2023, which replaced the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation Act, 1981.

Depends on the city and trade. See the Metro Guide for each city's rules.

Official fee by business

The fee depends on the type of business. Some fees also depend on size or seats.

BusinessLicenceOfficial feeTime
Restaurant or CaféTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Cloud KitchenTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Bakery or Sweet ShopTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Home Food or Tiffin BusinessTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Catering BusinessTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Grocery or Kirana StoreTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Retail ShopTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Pharmacy or Medical StoreTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Online Selling BusinessTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Salon or Beauty ParlourTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Gym or Fitness StudioTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
ClinicTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Coaching or Tuition CentreTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Office or AgencyTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)
Import Export BusinessTrade licence (CCMC) / D&O trade licenceVariesby trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)Checked on 27 Sep 2026 SourceFee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)

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

Documents to keep ready

  • Identity proof
  • Lease deed / legal occupancy certificate
  • PAN/TIN
  • Property tax receipt (previous half-year)
  • Machinery installation permission (if applicable)

Steps to apply

  1. Collect the documents listed here.
  2. Apply online at TN Urban ePay.
  3. Pay the official fee: the fee for your business type from the table above.
  4. Wait for the result. Usual time: Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days).
  5. Keep the certificate safe. Validity: One financial year; renew before 1 April (apply by 14 Feb to avoid 25% penalty).

Where to apply

Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation. Official portal: TN Urban ePay.

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

Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days)

Not officially verified

If you operate without it

Running a trade that needs a municipal licence without one can lead to a fine, a closure or sealing of the shop under the city's municipal law. The amount differs by city, so we do not show one here.

Law: The municipal corporation or municipality Act and trade licence by-laws of your city

Not officially verified

Common reasons for rejection and how to fix them

ReasonHow to fix it
Premises proof or landlord NOC is missingAttach the rent agreement with a landlord NOC, or the property tax receipt if you own the place.
The shop is in a zone where this trade is not allowedAsk the municipal office which zones allow the trade. Move to an allowed place or apply for a change of use.
Property tax or earlier dues are unpaidClear the dues, keep the receipt and apply again.
FSSAI, fire NOC or another required certificate is not attachedGet the other certificate first, then upload it with the trade licence application.
Details in the form do not match the documentsCheck name, address and trade type against your ID and premises papers 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.

Free formats you may need

Printable samples you can copy, fill in and print. Each is only a sample, so check it with the issuing office.

Landlord NOC

A letter from the owner of a shop or office saying the tenant may run a business there.

Free format

Self-declaration (trade licence)

A short signed statement by the applicant that the details in the trade licence application are true and the business will follow the rules.

Free format

Affidavit (trade licence)

A sworn statement made before a notary, used by some municipal offices as proof that the premises and details in a trade licence application are true.

Free format

Partnership consent letter

A letter signed by all partners of a firm saying one partner may apply for, sign for and hold a licence on behalf of the firm.

Free format

Rent agreement

An 11 month agreement between the owner and the tenant of a house or flat that sets out the rent, deposit, notice period and rules of stay.

Free format

Shop or office lease agreement

A lease between the owner of a shop, office or godown and a business tenant, with the rent, deposit, yearly increase, lock in and notice terms.

Free format

All free formats

Common questions

Do I need a trade licence in Coimbatore?
Yes, for most businesses. Issued under the Tamil Nadu Urban Local Bodies Act, 1998 (brought into force in 2023) and the TN Urban Local Bodies Rules, 2023, which replaced the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation Act, 1981. It is issued by the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Coimbatore?
For a retail shop the official fee is Varies (by trade, fixed by CCMC council (application ₹5)). Fees for other businesses are in the table above.
Where do I apply for a trade licence in Coimbatore?
On the official portal at TN Urban ePay.
How long does a trade licence take in Coimbatore?
Fee demand within 7 days; licence within a week of payment (max 45 days). Validity: One financial year; renew before 1 April (apply by 14 Feb to avoid 25% penalty).
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.

Business guides for Coimbatore

Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Coimbatore, including the trade licence.

Restaurant or Café Cloud Kitchen Bakery or Sweet Shop Home Food or Tiffin Business Catering Business Grocery or Kirana Store Retail Shop Pharmacy or Medical Store Online Selling Business Salon or Beauty Parlour Gym or Fitness Studio Clinic Coaching or Tuition Centre Office or Agency Import Export Business
Licences and documents in Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishments in Tamil Nadu Professional tax in Tamil Nadu Fire NOC in Tamil Nadu Trade licence in other cities

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