Ensuring Legal Compliance & Worker Welfare
The Central Labour License is a mandatory authorization under the Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, 1970 for businesses that engage contract workers across India. It ensures that employers follow all legal provisions regarding wages, safety, and working conditions, thereby safeguarding the rights of contract workers and maintaining compliance with labour laws.
Who Needs a Central Labour License?
🔹 Contractors who employ 20 or more contract workers on any given day of the preceding 12 months.
🔹 Principal Employers engaging contractors for work in establishments that fall under Central Government jurisdiction such as:
Railways
Ports
Mines
Oilfields
Banks & Insurance Companies
Central Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
Benefits of Central Labour License
✨ Legal Compliance – Avoid penalties and legal consequences by adhering to labour laws.
✨ Employee Welfare – Ensures proper wages, safe working conditions, and social security benefits for workers.
✨ Business Credibility – Builds trust with clients, government agencies, and workers.
✨ Smooth Operations – Eliminates legal hurdles during project execution.
✨ Nationwide Validity – Applicable for projects and contracts under Central Government.
Documents Required for Central Labour License
📑 For Principal Employer
Certificate of Incorporation / Registration
PAN of Establishment
Address Proof of Establishment
Details of nature of work & contract
Copy of Board Resolution / Authorization letter
📑 For Contractor
PAN Card & Aadhaar Card
GST Registration Certificate
Details of contract employees engaged
Previous license (if renewal)
Bank details
Our Central Labour License Services
✔️ Assistance with application submission on the Shram Suvidha Portal
✔️ Drafting and filing of required forms & documents
✔️ Coordination with Labour Department & licensing authorities
✔️ Guidance on compliance with labour laws & statutory regulations
✔️ Renewal and amendment support for existing licenses
Penalties for Non-Compliance
🚨 Non-registration or non-obtaining of license – Penalty of up to ₹5,000
🚨 Employing workers without license – Prosecution under CLRA Act
🚨 Repeated default – Possible cancellation of license & blacklisting
Why Choose Us?
✔️ Expert team in labour law compliance & licensing
✔️ Fast & hassle-free process with minimal paperwork
✔️ End-to-end support from application to approval
✔️ Timely renewal & compliance reminders
✔️ One-stop solution for PF, ESIC, Trade Licenses & Labour Law compliances