Hi friends, I have read the query about the central labour license. To obtain a labor license, we have to complete some legal formalities. I have some doubts about the correct form. There is a legal relationship between the principal employer and the labor contractor. If the contractor fails to perform the duties, then the principal employer is responsible.
The correct form is Form No. V. This form is to be filled and submitted to the assistant labor commissioner for approval. After submission, he will direct it to the labor officer for verification.
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3The correct form is Form No. V. This form is to be filled and submitted to the assistant labor commissioner for approval. After submission, he will direct it to the labor officer for verification.
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Yes, obtaining a Central Labour Licence in India requires fulfilling several legal formalities as per the Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, 1970. This licence is mandatory for contractors employing 50 or more contract workers on behalf of a principal employer in establishments under the Central Government’s jurisdiction.
Steps to Obtain a Central Labour Licence
1. Registration of Principal Employer
The Principal Employer (the company for whom contract workers are engaged) must obtain a Certificate of Registration from the Central Labour Commissioner (CLC) if the establishment falls under central jurisdiction.
Application Form: Form I
Submit to: Regional Labour Commissioner (Central)
Required Documents:
Proof of company registration (GST, PAN, etc.)
List of contractors
Employee strength details
2. Application by the Contractor for Labour Licence
If you are a contractor, you must apply for a Labour Licence from the Central Labour Commissioner.
Application Form: Form IV
Fee Payment: Depends on the number of workers employed.
Security Deposit: Refundable deposit based on the number of workers.
Submission to: Office of the Licensing Officer, CLC
3. Required Documents for Labour Licence Application
Copy of the Principal Employer’s Registration Certificate
Work Order/Agreement with Principal Employer
Form V (Certificate from Principal Employer confirming contract details)
PAN & GST details of the contractor
Employee details (PF, ESI compliance)
Challan for fee payment (through Bharat Kosh portal)
Affidavit & declaration confirming compliance with labour laws
4. Inspection & Approval
The Labour Commissioner may inspect the premises and verify compliance.
If all conditions are met, the Labour Licence is issued.
5. Compliance After Obtaining Licence
Maintain statutory records such as:
Register of Workmen (Form XIII)
Wage Register (Form XVII)
Attendance Register (Form XVI)
Submit periodical returns (Half-yearly & Annual) to the Labour Department.
Renewal & Validity
Licence is generally valid for one year or the contract duration, whichever is less.
Renewal Application: Must be submitted before expiry along with updated compliance documents.
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Steps to Obtain a Central Labour Licence
1. Registration of Principal Employer
The Principal Employer (the company for whom contract workers are engaged) must obtain a Certificate of Registration from the Central Labour Commissioner (CLC) if the establishment falls under central jurisdiction.
Application Form: Form I
Submit to: Regional Labour Commissioner (Central)
Required Documents:
Proof of company registration (GST, PAN, etc.)
List of contractors
Employee strength details
2. Application by the Contractor for Labour Licence
If you are a contractor, you must apply for a Labour Licence from the Central Labour Commissioner.
Application Form: Form IV
Fee Payment: Depends on the number of workers employed.
Security Deposit: Refundable deposit based on the number of workers.
Submission to: Office of the Licensing Officer, CLC
3. Required Documents for Labour Licence Application
Copy of the Principal Employer’s Registration Certificate
Work Order/Agreement with Principal Employer
Form V (Certificate from Principal Employer confirming contract details)
PAN & GST details of the contractor
Employee details (PF, ESI compliance)
Challan for fee payment (through Bharat Kosh portal)
Affidavit & declaration confirming compliance with labour laws
4. Inspection & Approval
The Labour Commissioner may inspect the premises and verify compliance.
If all conditions are met, the Labour Licence is issued.
5. Compliance After Obtaining Licence
Maintain statutory records such as:
Register of Workmen (Form XIII)
Wage Register (Form XVII)
Attendance Register (Form XVI)
Submit periodical returns (Half-yearly & Annual) to the Labour Department.
Renewal & Validity
Licence is generally valid for one year or the contract duration, whichever is less.
Renewal Application: Must be submitted before expiry along with updated compliance documents.
From India, Gurugram
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