Maharashtra Shops & Establishments Amendment Update – 2026

Notification Date: 28 March 2026

Key Highlights of Governance Process Re-engineering (GPR)

• Simplification of government processes and reduction in delays.
• Enhanced efficiency, transparency, and citizen-centric services.
• Promotion of e-governance with online access and reduced paperwork.
• Reform in registration and intimation services under the Act.
• Reduction in documentation and information requirements.
• Time limit reduced from seven working days to one working day.
• Restructuring of ownership and rental details.
• Expanded options for proof of establishment.
• Additional requirement for address proof in the schedule.

Changes in Form A

Certain entries have been deleted to simplify compliance:

• Entry 5: Additional workplace address
• Entry 14: Employer’s family members employed
• Entry 15: Management and confidential staff details
• Entry 17: Authorised person and manager details

Updated Document Requirements

For New Registration (Form A)

Proof of establishment can include:

• Sale or purchase deed
• Property tax receipt
• Electricity bill
• Society maintenance receipt
• 7/12 extract
• 8A issued by local authority

For Intimation (Form F)

Proof of establishment address includes similar documents as above.

Previous Amendment – 2025 Overview

The 2025 amendment focused on easing compliance while maintaining employee protection.

Working Hours

• Spread-over increased from 10.5 to 12 hours.
• Continuous work limit increased from 5 to 6 hours.

Overtime and Night Shifts

• Quarterly overtime increased from 125 to 144 hours.
• Strengthened provisions for women working night shifts.

Compliance Forms

• Form H: Establishments with less than 20 workers
• Form J & K: Business closure intimation
• Form L: Women’s consent for night shifts

Summary Comparison

Important Note

Any objections or suggestions regarding the draft amendment may be submitted within 7 days.

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