Goa Factory License Registration - Documents, Process and Fees

Factory license registration fees in Goa are calculated according to the prescribed fee schedule 6 under the Goa Factories Rules, 1985. It is based on the maximum number of installed HP (Horse Power) and the maximum number of workers employed on any day during the year. Occupiers have to pay an additional fee of 200% of the fee payable per year for the period from commencement of the manufacturing process to the date of application (14th Amendment, 2017).

The table mentioned below represents the exact fees based on the workers' headcount and installed machinery:

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Note: Check the fees breakdown for the factory license registration in Goa under Schedule 6 of the Goa Factories Rules, 1985. Click here.

The following table shows the professional fees for a factory license in Goa charged by Professional Utilities.

Here are the steps for registering for a factory license in Goa:

• Step 1: Register on the Goa Portal - Visit the Goa Online Portal and complete the registration process using the required details and OTP verification.
• Step 2: Select Factory License Service - Go to the Services option and registration and Grant of Factory License. Select the organisation name and authorised person, and proceed with the application.
• Step 3: Fill Form 2 - Enter all the required details about the factory, occupier, manager, manufacturing process, workers, machinery, and other information used in the application.
• Step 4: Upload Documents - Upload the mandatory documents and other documents applicable to the factory. Applicants should ensure that the information mentioned in the application matches the approved factory plans and supporting documents.
• Step 5: Pay Registration Fee - After uploading the required documents, select the declaration and proceed with online payment. The application fee depends on the workers' strength and installed horsepower of the factory as prescribed under the Goa Factories Rules, 1985.
• Step 6: Department Verification - After successful payment, the application will be sent to the department for verification, and a confirmation number will be generated. The Department may examine the submitted information and factory premises to ensure compliance with the applicable requirements.
• Step 7: Factory Inspection - Where applicable, an inspection may be carried out to verify the factory premises, machinery, safety arrangements and other requirements.
• Step 8: Grant of Factory License - Once the application is processed and the competent authorities are satisfied by the evaluation of the factory premises, the factory license will be granted within 21 days.

Here are the common categories of manufacturing businesses that may require a factory license in Goa:

Read the table mentioned below to know the total timeline to get a license, validity, and the renewal timeline in Goa:

There are several benefits of factory license registration in Goa:

• It provides a formal and recognized authority to operate a manufacturing unit in Goa.
• A registration process brings the establishment under the framework of the Factory Inspectorate for the health, safety, and welfare of workers.
• A factory license demonstrates that the manufacturing premises are operating within the applicable regulatory framework.
• It is essential for occupiers when dealing with larger customers, vendors, banks, and government agencies.
• While expanding a manufacturing unit in the industrial zones of Goa, including Verna, Kundaim, Corlim, Sancoale, Margao, Bethora, Honda, and Cuncolim, a factory license provides approval for expansion.

A factory license registration in Goa is mandatory for manufacturing units engaged in processing, assembling, or processing of goods and products defined under the Factories Act of 1948 and the Goa Factories Rules of 1985.

Here are the workers’ thresholds:

• Factories employing 10 or more workers and engaged in a manufacturing process with the aid of power.
• Factories employing 20 or more workers and engaged in a manufacturing process without the aid of power.

Operating a factory without a license in Goa may be considered a violation of law and can cause legal cases and monetary fines. Here are the consequences of operating a factory without a license:

Once the occupier receives a factory license in Goa, they must follow post-registration compliance to maintain a smooth process of business operations. Read the rules below to avoid any penalties and shutdown of manufacturing premises.

• Renew factory license annually by submitting renewal applications and fee payments before the deadline.
• Maintain statutory registers for all categories of employees, including adult workers, leave with wages, accident reports, and safety committee meetings, as stated under the Factories Act, 1948 and the Goa Factories Rules, 1985.
• Submit regular returns and compliance reports to obtain a Consent to Operate (CTO) and hazardous waste handling from the Goa State Pollution Control Board.
• Maintain safety and health audits with qualified medical staff and file periodic reports on workplace safety and stability certificates with the inspectorate.

Factory license registration in Goa involves multiple steps, which include the factory plan approval, documentation, application filing, fee payment, and departmental verification.

A mistake in the application or mismatch between the approved factory plan and submitted information can lead to delays and cancellation of a license.

Professional Utilities helps businesses with the factory license registration in Goa. Our team assists with documentation, application preparation, online filing, and other requirements related to obtaining the factory license.

Planning to establish a manufacturing unit in Goa or need assistance with renewal or amendment of a factory license, contact our team of legal partners.