Bed & Breakfast Registration in Madhya Pradesh - Process, Fees & Documents

The Registration Process of Bed & Breakfast (B&B) under the Ministry of Tourism is as follows:

• Step 1: Fill out the application form The first step for B&B Registration in Madhya Pradesh is to fill out the application form on the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board portal.
• Step 2: Submit the required documents The application process also requires B&B owners to submit the required documents. Applicants must tick all the contents of the checklist before form submission. All documents must be self-attested.
• Step 3: Pay the fee The next step is paying the Registration fee for the application. This fee is a non-refundable amount and must be paid by all B&B owners.
• Step 4: Physical Inspection A physical inspection of B&B Lodgings is conducted by the officials from the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board. The inspector is appointed by the Managing Director of the MPTB. If discrepancies are found in the inspection, the applicant is given the chance to provide an explanation for any lapse.
• Step 5: Track the application Status Applicants can track the status of their application to check if it is still under review, if the Tourism Board has raised any sort of queries or if the application is approved.
• Step 6: Certificate Issuance: After the physical verification and site inspection of the B&B, the owners will get a registration. They can use this to function legally as a B&B in the country.

The Registration Fees for B&Bs in Madhya Pradesh are common for all lodgings. There is no division based on the type of categories of B&Bs. Read the table to find the government and professional fees for B&Bs in Madhya Pradesh.

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The registration fee can be paid via a Demand Draft/RTGS/NEFT drawn in favour of the Managing Director of the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board.

Read the given section to find out the benefits of B&B Registration in Madhya Pradesh.

• Automatic listing on travel apps like Goibibo and Makemytrip : All B&Bs registered with the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board get an automatic listing on travel platforms like Goibibo and Makemytrip. This is because of the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the MPTB and these travel applications. This saves a lot of resources that owners would have to spend on the marketing of their B&B.
• Listing on AirBnB and Other Tourist Aggregators managed by the MPTB : B&Bs also get a listing on Airbnb and other Tourist Aggregators managed by the MPTB. This also saves the marketing cost and ensures that the B&Bs get a listing.
• Promotional exposure through the campaigns of MPTB : The B&Bs can get promotional exposure through both domestic and international campaigns launched by the MPTB.
• District and Destination level Training workshops via DATCC : Registered B&Bs also get access to the District-level training workshops via DATCC (District Archaeology, Tourism and Culture Council). This increases the visibility of the B&B and allows it to network outside its area.
• Financial Incentives : Registered B&Bs in Madhya Pradesh can apply for loans through the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana. The scheme seeks to provide non-collateral loans to small, medium, and large-scale startups. They provide loans to these startups based on the category chosen by the owners.

Read on to find the comparison table of B&B Registration under Central and State Registration.

The following are the eligibility criteria that must be satisfied by B&B owners in Madhya Pradesh-

• The lodging should have a minimum of 1 lettable room and a maximum of 6 rooms/ 12 beds for tourist and guest accommodation.
• The lodging must be purely residential. The owner of the property may or may not reside in the property. A caretaker must stay in the lodging at all times.
• The property must be in good condition with proper cleanliness.
• Adequate safety measures, such as the installation of fire safety equipment, must be there.
• CCTV Cameras are mandatory in the property.
• Proper Hygiene must be maintained in and around the B&B lodging.
• A guest register with records of all guests must be maintained.
• The B&B owners must submit the details of the guests to the local police on a monthly basis. The records of foreign guests must be submitted to the police within 24 hours of the guest's arrival.
• The food items prepared and provided by the B&Bs must be clean, fresh and nutritious.
• In case of a change in any of the facilities or amenities provided by the B&B, the owners shall send a report to the Managing Director of MPTB within one week.

The following are the responsibilities of a B&B owners in Madhya Pradesh.

• The B&B owner shall not maintain a reception or a front office and shall keep the unit in the manner of an ordinary residential building.
• The owner shall not engage in or support any activity that breaches the privacy of neighbours or residents of the locality.
• The owner shall not provide any incorrect information about the B&B.
• The owner shall ensure the confidentiality of details provided by the guests.
• The owner shall provide correct information to guests regarding the location, tourist places, markets, etc.
• The owner shall behave towards the guests in a gentle, polite and courteous manner.
• The owner shall follow the prescribed procedure to ensure quality and safety arrangements.

Read the table to find out about the validity and renewal of a B&B Registration in Madhya Pradesh.

Application form for registering a B&B in Madhya Pradesh includes various details which need to be filled in. A B&B Registration can be cancelled on the spot if these details are not filled. Businesses may hire professional experts to obtain all these documents and then file the application. Application Format for a Bed & Breakfast Registration in Madhya Pradesh is as follows-

With a growing number of tourists visiting Madhya Pradesh for spiritual and historical sites, B&Bs have a bright scope of operations in the state. It is, therefore, important for all B&Bs to register their units with the MPTB or the Ministry of Tourism to function legally.

The registration can also benefit the units by offering to market their lodgings on national and international levels for guests across the globe. B&B Registration in Madhya Pradesh is an important pre-requisite for all units. Contact experts at Professional Utilities to gain a hassle-free B&B Registration at the earliest.