GST & Trade Licenses
GST & Trade Licenses Assistance
At Infinity Food Solutions, we offer complete support for GST registration, migration, and ongoing compliance — plus Shop & Establishment (Trade License) registration under Tamil Nadu Shops & Establishments Act. Essential for food businesses (manufacturers, traders, retailers, caterers, startups) to operate legally, claim input tax credit, issue invoices, and avoid penalties. We handle online applications on gst.gov.in and labour.tn.gov.in, document preparation, filing, and annual support so you stay compliant effortlessly.
GST & Trade Licenses Overview (2026)
Key Details for GST & Shop & Establishment Registration
| Aspect | GST Registration | Shop & Establishment (Trade License) - Tamil Nadu |
|---|---|---|
| Who Needs It? | Turnover > ₹40 lakh (goods) / ₹20 lakh (services) in regular states like TN; voluntary below threshold; mandatory for interstate/e-commerce/food FSSAI-linked sales | All shops, commercial establishments, food outlets, offices in TN (within 30 days of starting) |
| Validity | Lifetime (no renewal; annual returns required) | 5 years (renewable) |
| Govt. Fee | ₹0 (free on gst.gov.in; DSC/professional fees extra if needed) | ₹6,500–₹15,500 (based on no. of employees; varies by category) |
| Issuing Authority / Portal | GST Network (GSTN) – gst.gov.in | TN Labour Department – labour.tn.gov.in |
| Processing Time | 3–7 working days (often faster) | 7–15 days (online submission) |
Fees are official govt. charges only (exclusive of service/consultancy). Apply via official portals. For Tamil Nadu food businesses, combine with FSSAI/IEC for full compliance. Annual GST filings mandatory (GSTR-1/3B, GSTR-9 by Dec 31).
Our Services
Comprehensive Support for GST & Trade Licenses
GST & Trade Licenses Registration & Compliance
End-to-end expert assistance for GST setup, Shop & Establishment registration, and annual filings — tailored for food businesses to ensure seamless tax and labour law compliance.
- New Registration & Migration — Full support for fresh GST registration (normal/composition/voluntary) or migration from old system:
- Guidance on threshold (₹40 lakh goods / ₹20 lakh services in TN), interstate supplies, e-commerce obligations.
- Document preparation/upload (PAN, Aadhaar, bank proof, premises NOC/photos, authorization forms).
- Quick GSTIN issuance and verification for food FSSAI-linked operations.
- Assistance with Shop & Establishment Registration — TN-specific support under Shops & Establishments Act:
- Online application on labour.tn.gov.in within 30 days of starting business.
- Employee-based fee calculation, document upload (ID/address proof, premises details, partnership deed if applicable).
- Renewals every 5 years and compliance with working hours, holidays, registers.
- Annual Compliance & Filing Support — Ongoing help to avoid notices/penalties:
- Monthly/quarterly GSTR-1, GSTR-3B filing; annual GSTR-9 reconciliation (by Dec 31).
- Input tax credit tracking, e-invoicing/e-way bill guidance, return amendments within limits.
- Year-end checklist, audit support (if turnover > ₹5 crore), and timely payments/refunds.
- Portal navigation, query resolution, penalty avoidance, and bundled support with FSSAI/IEC for complete food business setup.