Frequently Asked Questions

Which authority issue these licenses?

The Premises License is issued by the office of the Commissioner of Police. A performance license is issued by the office of the Divisional Asst. Commissioner of Police.

How much time will it take?

It will take six months because

1. Objections will be invited from the members of public by displaying a board with details of the proposal at the site and by publishing the same in three local Newspapers.
2. Enquiries will be conducted by the local Police station from the law and order point of view.
3. A report will be invited from The Traffic department from the traffic point of view.
4. After completing the above procedure, the proposal will be submitted to the government for previous sanction.
5. After the receipt of previous sanction from the government, an NOC will be issued.

Which authorities issue these licenses?

These licenses are issued by the office of the Commissioner of Police

Which authority issue these licenses?

The Commissioner Of Police issues these licenses.

What should I do in order to procure these licenses?

You will have to make an application in the prescribed format, affixing a court fee stamp of Rs. 5 on it.

After submitting the application, what is the procedure followed for issuing a license for circus?

The application will be sent to the local Police station for enquiries on the following points:

1. Whether the site in question is on the main road or in a by-lane and how far it is from the road.
2. Whether the site in question is situated in a residential area and whether it will cause a nuisance to the residents of the locality.
3. Whether the site is suitable from the traffic point of view.
4. Whether the site was used on previous occasions for similar programs.
5. Was there any complaints from the members of the public or residents regarding nuisance.
6. Whether there is any objection for granting the permission.
7. What is the seating arrangement made and whether it is sound.
8. Certificate for fitness of machinery
9. Whether the place is within 100 meters from a hospital, court, educational institute or religious place and defined as a silence zone, as per Noise Pollution (Regulation & Control) Rules-2000. After the receipt of this report through concerned ACP and DCP the decision will be taken and the applicant will be informed.

How much time will it take?

It will take six months because :

1. Objections will be invited from members of public by displaying a board with details of the proposal at the site and by publishing the same in three local newspapers.
2. Enquiries will be conducted by the local Police station from the law and order point of view.
3. A report will be invited from the traffic department for Traffic point of view.
4. After completion of all the above procedure, the proposal will be submitted to the government for previous sanction.
5. After the receipt of previous sanction from the government, an NOC will be issued.

What is the procedure for obtaining a Loudspeaker Contractor's License?

Make an application in the prescribed format affixing a court fee stamp of Rs. 5 along with your passport size photograph on it.

What are the fees for a passport?

Following are the fees structure for Passport

i) Fresh Passport (36 pages) of 10 years validity- Rs. 1,500.
ii) Fresh Passport (60 pages) of 10 years validity - Rs. 2,000.
iii) Fresh Passport for Minors (Below 15 years of Age) of 5 years validity - Rs.1000.

Once the construction is complete, how do I procure a license to start my business?

After completing the construction you will have to make an application for the grant of license. You need to submit the following documents along with your application:

1. Occupation certificate from the BMC
2. NOC from the electrical Inspector
3. NOC from Health Officer, BMC
4. NOC from CFO
5. Certificate from MTNL
6. NOC from PWD
7. Structural stability certificate from the architect
8. Name and address of the manager and electrician.
9. Certificate of lightning conductor After the receipt of the same, a decision will be made and the license will be issued.

How long does it take to process the NOC for the location of an Amusement/Water Park ?

This procedure requires minimum 5 (five) months of time.

What is procedure to procure a New Arms License?

The application form is sent to the concerned Police station. The Police station makes an inquiry and submit the report to the Zonal DCP who interviews the applicant and submits his report. Once convinced by the reports, the licensing authority issues the license.

I have submitted all the documents , what do I do now?

Following process is required to be followed

A) On the receipt of the application along with above documents, enquiries will be made through the local Police station from the law and order point of view will be obtained.
B) After receipt of the above reports, the proposal will be decided and you will be informed accordingly

What do I need to do in order to procure these licenses?

You will have to make an application in the prescribed format affixing a court fee stamp of Rs. 5 on it.

What is the fee for obtaining a Registration Certificate?

Registration charges are not required because the licenses are not required by the government order dated December 22, 2015.

Which are the Licenses required for holding programs on the open ground?

1. NOC (for erecting structure/stage)
2. Ticket Selling License
3. Premises License
4. Performance License (Application to be made to the Divisional assistant commissioner of police.)

What should I do to have these licenses?

You should make an application in the prescribed format affixing a court fee stamp of Rs. 5 on it. It is available with the Theatre Branch situated in C.P.office, Mumbai.

After completion of the construction, how do I procure a license to start the business?

After completion of the construction, you will have to make an application for the grant of license. You have to submit the following documents along with your application:

1. Occupation certificate from the BMC
2. NOC from the electrical Inspector.
3. NOC from the Health Officer, BMC
4. NOC from CFO, BMC
5. Certificate from MTNL
6. NOC from PWD
7. Structural stability certificate from the architect.
8. Name and address of the manager, projector operator and electrician.
9. Certificate of lightning conductor. After receipt of the same, the proposal will be submitted to the Government for previous sanction. After the receipt of previous sanction from the government, licenses will be issued.

What should I do to acquire this license?

You will have to make an application in the prescribed format affixing a court fee stamp of Rs. 5 on it.

What should I do to procure these licenses?

You will have to make an application in the prescribed format affixing a court fee stamp of Rs. 5 on it.

Where I will get the application form?

You can collect the form from Theater Branch or you can receive it online.

What is the fees for license for Circus?

Following are the license Fees for Circus:

Premises license fees Rs.1000
Ticket selling fees Rs.100
Performance license fees Rs.250 (per show)

When should I start the construction?

To commence construction, you will require an NOC from the office of the Commissioner of Police. You will have to make an application and submit the following documents:

1. A true copy of the NOC issued by the licensing authority with respect to the site where the cinema is proposed to be put up.
2. Approved plans (by the Building Proposals Department, BMC)
3. IOD (Intimation of disapproval) from the BMC
4. NOC from the Chief Fire officer, BMC After receipt of the same, the papers will be processed and then NOC for construction will be issued.

Where I will get the application form for Loudspeaker Contractor's license?

You can collect the form from Theater Branch or you can receive it online.

What is the procedure if the passport is lost?

A complaint should be lodged in the concerned local Police station and thereafter, an application for a new Passport should be made in the Passport Office.

How much time does this process take?

The process will take minimum two months.

What is the procedure involved for obtaining permission to build an Amusement/Water Park

The applicant should submit the following documents/NOC's along with the application:

True copy of the NOC issued by the licensing authority for location Amusement/Water Park. Approved plans (by the building proposals Department, BMC ), Intimation of Disapproval by B.M.C. ,NOC from Chief Fire Officer

Which documents need to be submitted for obtaining a new Arms License?

Following needs to be submitted to obtain a new Arms License.

1. Copy of Ration card
2. Election card
3. Last 3 years I.T. certificate / Challan copy
4. Two character certificates from the responsible citizens of your locality
5. Physical fitness certificate
6. Education Qualification certificate
7. Proof of age

What is the validity period of the Cyber Cafe Licence?

The Licence will be valid for three years from the date of issue.

Where I will get the application form?

You can collect the form from the Theatre Branch situated in the C.P. office, Mumbai or you can receive it online.