Maharashtra is the only Indian state that still requires people to get a permit if they want to consume alcoholic beverages.You can keep up to 12 units of alcohol and consume them in a private location with this permit.If you want to sell or serve alcoholic beverages to people who have a permit, you need a license.You must be at least 25 years old to obtain an alcohol permit in Maharashtra.
Step 1: You should get documents to prove your identity.
To get a one-year or lifetime individual permit to purchase, possess, transport, use, and consume alcoholic beverages in Maharashtra, you must provide a passport-size photograph of yourself.To prove your identity and address, you'll need at least one document.The same document can be used to prove your identity and address.The documents that are acceptable include: Aadhar Card Passport Voter ID PAN Card Driving license
Step 2: You can buy a court stamp fee.
If you want to apply for a permit in person at the excise office, you'll need a court stamp.A court stamp of Rs 10 is required in 2019.The court stamp can be obtained from any court or from the Asiatic Town Hall.If you're going to apply for a permit in Mumbai, you can stop and get your court stamp at the excise office.
Step 3: If you want to apply in person, visit the excise office.
Take your identity and residence documents with you to the excise office if you want to apply for an alcohol permit in person.The Old Customs House is located in Mumbai.The Fort area of South Mumbai is where this location is located.Malvani, Andheri, Bandra, and Chembur have regional excise offices.
Step 4: The correct application form must be completed.
You can either get a lifetime permit or a one-year permit.Even though there are two separate applications, they need the same information.The lifetime permit fee is higher than the one-year permit.The application requires you to provide information such as your name, address, date of birth, and other identification information.Ask the clerk if you need an application.The excise office is where you can fill it out.
Step 5: The clerk will take your application and documents.
When you've signed your application, take it with you to the clerk to prove your identity and residence.The clerk will return your documents to you.They will keep your photos with your application.
Step 6: If it's convenient for you, apply online.
If you prefer online applications, the Maharashtra government will accept them.To pay your fees online, you'll need a major credit or debit card.You have to log in to apply online.If you don't have an account on the Maharashtra public services portal, you will have to create one.It shouldn't take more than a few minutes to set up your account.You need a valid email address to receive notifications about your application.The fees to apply online are the same as they are in person.The fees were Rs. as of 2019.200 for a one-year permit.For a lifetime permit in 2000.
Step 7: Wait for your permit to arrive.
If you want it sooner, you can return to the excise office to pick it up.You will have to wait for your permit in the mail if you applied online.If you applied online, it shouldn't take more than a few days to get your permit.The applications have to be reviewed in 24 hours.You can check the status of your application from the account you created.
Step 8: You have to register your premises.
You have to register your premises with the excise office if you want to sell alcoholic beverages.You don't have to own the building where you plan to sell alcoholic beverages.Information about the plan of your proposed premises must be provided if the premises are not yet constructed.If you want to sell alcoholic beverages on the property, you need ownership documents or a lease agreement.Detailed plans, boundaries, and a detailed address are some of the information you must provide in order to get a license for a proposed premises.
Step 9: You should gather documents for your company.
If you are applying for a retailer license on behalf of a partnership, company, or LLP firm, documents are required that demonstrate that your company is legally organized and registered.Your company's structure affects the types of documents you need.You need to have a copy of your registered partnership deed.If you have a limited or public company, you need a certificate of registration from the Company Registrar, Form 32 for all directors, a resolution of the Board of Directors, and your Memorandum of Articles.You need a certificate of registration and resolution if you have a co-operative or public company.
Step 10: You can apply at the excise office.
If you apply in person, your application may be processed more quickly than online.The Old Customs House is where the excise office is located in Mumbai.If traveling to Mumbai is too difficult for you, you can go to one of the regional excise offices.
Step 11: The appropriate application should be completed.
There are many categories of retailer licenses.If you get a specific license, you can serve alcoholic beverages to people on premises or sell them off premises.Mild liquor and wine bar licenses are included in the basic retail categories.
Step 12: Your application should be submitted with supporting documents.
You should submit your application to the clerk in the excise office once you've completed it.You must have a passport-size photograph of yourself as the person applying for the license.Depending on the type of license you're getting, how your business is structured, and where your premises are, additional documents are required.
Step 13: The license fee is paid.
Depending on the type of license you're getting, the license fee for a retail liquor license varies.Retail licenses are valid for one year and must be renewed every year.Each year you pay additional licensing fees.The fees for a permit room license have gone up.5,44,000 dollars.The beer shoppe license fee is Rs.A total of 1,50,000.
Step 14: If you want, you can complete the application process online.
You can have a smooth application process if you go to the excise office.You may be able to submit a digital application online.This might be more convenient for you.You have to log in to apply online.You need to create an account with the Maharashtra public services portal if you don't have one already.When you submit your license using a major credit or debit card, you'll have to pay the fees online.
Step 15: Wait to get your license.
The excise office will grant your license once your application is received and your supporting documents are reviewed.The address you provided for your business will receive the license.You have a few weeks to get your license.You can check the status of your application on the Maharashtra public services portal if you applied online.