Factory · West Bengal
Factory Licence in West Bengal
In West Bengal, factory plan approval and licensing are handled by the Directorate of Factories under the Labour Department.
Sequence for a new factory
- 1Prepare building and machinery layout plans to the prescribed scale.
- 2Apply for plan approval to the Directorate of Factories.
- 3Complete construction in line with the approved plan.
- 4Apply for the factory licence with occupier and manager details.
- 5Pay fees based on the number of workers and installed horsepower.
- 6Obtain the licence, display it and start maintaining statutory registers.
Renewal and amendment
- Apply for renewal before the licence expires to avoid late fees.
- Amend the licence when worker strength, horsepower, occupier or manager changes.
- File the annual return within the period prescribed by the West Bengal Factories Rules.
Local consultancy
SafePoint handles plan approval, fresh licensing, amendments, renewals and inspection representation for factories across Howrah, Kolkata and the industrial belts of West Bengal.
Frequently asked questions
- Who issues the factory licence in West Bengal?
- The Directorate of Factories under the Labour Department, Government of West Bengal.
- What if the factory licence expires?
- Operating on an expired licence is a contravention. Apply for renewal before expiry; late renewal generally attracts an additional fee.
Sources & references
Last Updated: 2026-09-06
Information is based on applicable laws, rules, notifications and government sources and should be verified for the latest amendments.
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