Starting a Business in Delhi NCR: Registration Checklist

Publishing Date: 7 October, 2026

Starting a Business in Delhi NCR: Registration Checklist

Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon together form one of India's biggest business hubs, but they sit in three different states: Delhi (NCT), Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. That means your company law registration is the same everywhere, while state and local registrations differ. Here is a practical checklist.

Step 1: Choose your business structure

StructureBest for
Sole proprietorshipFreelancers and small shops starting quickly
Partnership / LLPProfessional firms and family businesses
One person companySolo founders who want limited liability
Private limited companyStartups planning to raise funds or scale

Compare options in our Private Limited vs LLP guide.

Step 2: Central registrations (same across NCR)

  • Company or LLP incorporation with MCA, including PAN and TAN
  • GST registration if turnover crosses the threshold, or for inter-state or online sales
  • Udyam (MSME) registration for priority lending and government benefits
  • IEC if you import or export
  • EPF and ESI when you cross the employee thresholds
  • Trademark application for your brand name

Step 3: State and local registrations

ItemDelhiNoida (UP)Gurgaon (Haryana)
GST state code070906
Shop and establishmentDelhi Shops & Establishments Act, Labour DepartmentUP Dookan Aur Vanijya Adhishthan Act, Labour DepartmentPunjab Shops & Commercial Establishments Act as applied to Haryana
Trade licenceMunicipal Corporation of Delhi / NDMCNoida Authority, where applicableMunicipal Corporation of Gurugram
Professional taxNot leviedNot leviedNot levied

Step 4: Industry-specific licences

  • Food business: FSSAI registration or licence
  • Manufacturing: pollution consents and factory licence
  • Plastic packaging or electronics: EPR registration with CPCB
  • Selling to government: GeM registration

Step 5: First-year compliance

  • Commencement of business (INC-20A) within 180 days for companies
  • Auditor appointment within 30 days of incorporation
  • Monthly or quarterly GST returns
  • TDS deductions and quarterly returns
  • Annual ROC filings and income tax return

Office address tips

  • A rented or home address works with NOC, rent agreement and a recent utility bill.
  • Virtual offices are accepted for registration but check GST verification requirements.
  • Keep the name board at the premises; GST officers may physically verify.

We register businesses across Delhi NCR. See our city pages for Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Is professional tax payable in Delhi, Noida or Gurgaon?

No. Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana currently do not levy professional tax on salaries.

Q2. Can I register a company with a home address in Delhi NCR?

Yes. A residential address can be used as the registered office with the owner's NOC and a recent utility bill.

Q3. Do I need separate GST registration for Delhi and Noida offices?

Yes. GST registration is state-wise, so an office in Delhi and another in Noida (Uttar Pradesh) need separate GSTINs.

Q4. Which licence do restaurants in Delhi NCR need?

Typically FSSAI registration or licence, shop and establishment registration, health trade licence from the local body, fire NOC where applicable, and GST.

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Mukul Tomar
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Mukul Tomar
Tax & Compliance Writer

Mukul Tomar writes Vaidam Consultancy’s guides on company registration, GST, income tax and ROC compliance. An experienced blog writer on Indian tax and business law, his articles have also been published on TaxGuru. He turns complex rules into clear, practical steps that business owners can act on.

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