Licences to open a doctor's or dental clinic in West Bengal towns
5 required licences and registrations, the official fee for each, the office that issues it and the documents to keep ready. Based on a typical small clinic with 1 to 5 staff and turnover of ₹20 to 40 lakh a year.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Required licences
5
Known official fees
₹30
first year, plus 3 that vary
Issuing city body
your municipality
Get this list for your exact business
Change turnover, staff, floor area and extras like alcohol or a DG set. Tick documents as you collect them and share the list on WhatsApp or email.
Required licences and official fees
For a doctor's or dental clinic in Other West Bengal towns (Howrah, Bidhannagar, Barrackpore, Panihati...), West Bengal.
| Licence | Issued by | Official fee | Time | Apply at |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PANCentral | Income Tax Department | Freeinstant e-PAN with Aadhaar | Same day | incometax.gov.in (Instant e-PAN) |
| Biomedical waste authorisationState | West Bengal Pollution Control Board | Set by the state boardone-time authorisation for clinics with no beds | Up to 90 days | wbpcb.gov.in |
| Trade licence (Certificate of Enlistment)Municipal | Your municipality, trade licence section | Variesset by each municipality by trade type; shown before payment | Often issued on payment | wburbanservices.gov.in |
| Shops and Establishments registrationState | Labour Commissionerate, West Bengal | ₹30for your staff size | Within 30 days of opening | wbshopsonline.gov.in |
| Professional Tax (PTEC and PTRC)State | Directorate of Commercial Taxes, West Bengal | Up to ₹2,500 a year, by turnover (new schedule notified Aug 2026; check the portal) | Enrol within 90 days of starting | wbprofessiontax.gov.in |
Fees are the official government fees, not agent charges. Some fees depend on your size or change by office, so confirm on the portal before paying.
Order to apply in
- Identity and tax registration: PAN. Do these first. Later forms ask for PAN and GST.
- Municipal licence: Trade licence (Certificate of Enlistment). Permission from your city for these premises.
- State labour and tax: Shops and Establishments registration, Professional Tax (PTEC and PTRC). Registers your workplace and staff with the state.
- Safety and environment: Biomedical waste authorisation. Depends on your premises, fuel and equipment.
Documents to keep ready
- Aadhaar linked to your mobile number
- For a firm or company: incorporation certificate or partnership deed
- Agreement with an authorised common biomedical waste treatment facility
- Clinic registration
- Premises proof
- Photo ID of the owner
- Property tax receipt, plus rent agreement or owner's NOC
- PAN
- Photo ID and address proof of the owner
- Proof of premises
- Photo of the shop front with name board
- Employee details (names, roles, wages)
- Aadhaar
- Business address proof
- GST or Shops and Establishments certificate
- Employee list with salaries
Also check if these apply
- GST registration: Free. Healthcare services by doctors are exempt from GST. Register only if you also sell taxable goods or cosmetic services above ₹20 lakh.
- Udyam (MSME) registration: Free. Free. Gets you the lower trademark fee, MSME loan schemes and protection against delayed payments.
- Clinical establishment registration: Varies. A consultation-only room is exempt but must display "Medical Consultation Clinic". A clinic that treats patients, or a polyclinic, needs a licence.
- Fire NOC: Varies. Most fire services require an NOC for eating houses using LPG, and for premises above about 90 sq m or in taller buildings. Confirm with your local fire station.
Common questions
How much do licences cost for a doctor's or dental clinic in West Bengal towns?
The known official fees for the required licences add up to about ₹30 in the first year, plus 3 fees that depend on your size or the office (Biomedical waste authorisation, Trade licence (Certificate of Enlistment), Professional Tax (PTEC and PTRC)). This is the government fee only. Agents and consultants charge extra, which you can avoid by applying yourself on the official portals.
Which licence should I apply for first?
Start with PAN and GST registration, because almost every later form asks for them. Then apply for the sector licence, followed by the municipal licence and the state labour registration.
Do I need a trade licence from the your municipality?
Yes. For a doctor's or dental clinic you need the Trade licence (Certificate of Enlistment). The official fee is Varies (set by each municipality by trade type; shown before payment). Apply at wburbanservices.gov.in.
How long does it take to get all the licences?
Most registrations like PAN, GST and Udyam come through within a week. Sector and municipal licences can take 30 to 60 days where an inspection is needed, so apply for those as early as possible and before you open.
Is Govt License a government website?
No. Govt License is an independent guide. We link to the official government portals where you apply and pay. Always confirm the fee on the portal before paying.