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Thu, Sep 10 2026
Raju Karn
If you’re running or planning to start a manufacturing unit in Haryana or Delhi NCR, obtaining the applicable Factory License and completing the required factory registration is one of the most important legal compliance steps. Whether it’s a small-scale manufacturing unit in Gurugram or a large factory in Faridabad, the applicable approval and compliance requirements help ensure that the business operates safely and legally under the prevailing labour and workplace safety framework.
For 2026, businesses should also be aware of an important legal development. The Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 (OSH Code) came into force on 21 November 2025 and replaced the Factories Act, 1948 at the central level. The new framework covers factory approval and licensing, occupational safety, health, working conditions, welfare, working hours, records and other compliance requirements.
Let’s understand everything about Factory License in Haryana including registration, documents, renewal, fees, online process, and compliance requirements for your business in 2026.
A Factory License is a regulatory approval associated with the operation of a factory and compliance with applicable requirements relating to worker safety, health, welfare, working conditions, and manufacturing premises.
For Haryana businesses, factory-related registration, licensing and renewal services are provided through the Haryana Labour Department’s online e-governance portal. The portal is used for factory registration, licensing, renewal and submission of applicable returns.
The current framework is important because the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 came into force on 21 November 2025. The Code contains provisions dealing with approval and licensing of factories, duties of employers, occupational safety and health, welfare facilities, working hours, records and inspections.
A valid factory approval or licence, where applicable, helps ensure that:
→ The factory follows applicable workplace safety requirements.
→ Workers receive the required health, safety and welfare protections.
→ The occupier and management meet their statutory responsibilities.
→ The business can maintain proper regulatory records and compliance.
In simple terms, factory licensing and registration form an important part of the legal compliance framework for manufacturing businesses in Haryana.
The applicability of factory licensing and registration depends on the nature of the premises, manufacturing activity, number of workers, use of power and the applicable provisions of the current legal framework.
Under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020, the definition of a factory has been revised from the earlier Factories Act threshold. The Labour Ministry's FAQ states that the threshold for the definition of “factory” has increased from 10 workers with power / 20 without power to 20 workers with power / 40 without power. However, the Ministry also clarifies that health, safety and welfare protections apply to establishments having 10 or more employees.
Businesses should therefore assess their specific operations before assuming that a factory licence is or is not required.
This is particularly relevant for manufacturing units operating in:
‣ Gurugram
‣ Faridabad
‣ Panipat
‣ Sonipat
‣ Bahadurgarh
‣ Manesar
‣ Ballabgarh
If your manufacturing unit falls within the applicable factory licensing and registration framework, the required approval should be completed before commencing the relevant operations.
Factory-related registration and licensing services in Haryana are administered through the Labour Department, Government of Haryana.
The Haryana Labour Department confirms that its e-governance portal provides online services for factory registration, licensing, renewal and related compliance.
The portal can be used to submit applications and supporting information for applicable factory-related services.
The exact process may vary depending on the type of factory, manufacturing activity, premises, documents and applicable requirements.
A general process can include:
First, assess the nature of the manufacturing activity, worker strength, use of power, premises and other relevant factors to determine the applicable factory registration or licensing requirements.
The applicant should arrange the required business, premises, manufacturing process, machinery, worker and safety-related information.
Where required, the factory layout and related plans should be prepared in accordance with applicable requirements.
The application and supporting documents are submitted through the Haryana Labour Department's online portal.
Applicable government fees are paid according to the relevant factory category, worker strength, power and other prescribed factors.
Depending on the application and applicable requirements, the authorities may examine the submitted information or conduct inspection-related activities.
Once the applicable requirements are satisfied and the application is approved, the relevant factory registration, approval or licence is issued through the prescribed process.
The exact documents can vary depending on the factory, ownership structure, manufacturing process and applicable regulatory requirements.
Commonly required information and documents may include:
⁃ Approved or applicable factory layout plan
⁃ Proof of ownership or rent/lease agreement of factory premises
⁃ Partnership deed / MOA & AOA / incorporation certificate, as applicable
⁃ Details of directors, partners or authorised persons
⁃ Identity and address proof of occupier and manager
⁃ Manufacturing process description and flow diagram
⁃ Electricity connection proof or load-related document
⁃ Pollution Control Board consent or applicable environmental approval, where required
⁃ Details of workers and machinery
⁃ Safety and welfare-related information
⁃ Other documents prescribed for the particular factory category
The exact document requirement should be confirmed according to the nature of the factory and the current Haryana Labour Department process.
Factory licensing and compliance do not necessarily end after the initial approval. Businesses may have continuing obligations relating to renewal, records, returns, changes in factory operations and other statutory requirements.
The Haryana Labour Department's online system provides services for factory registration, licensing and renewal.
For renewal or continuation of factory-related compliance, businesses should:
▪ Log in to the Haryana Labour Department's online portal
▪ Select the applicable factory renewal or related service
▪ Review existing factory details
▪ Update information where changes have occurred
▪ Upload applicable documents and compliance information
▪ Pay the applicable government fee
▪ Submit the application
The applicable renewal period, fee and requirements should be checked against the current licence and the rules or directions applicable to the factory.
There is no single fixed Factory License fee in Haryana for every factory.
The applicable government fee can depend on factors such as:
• Number of workers
• Power capacity or installed power
• Type and category of factory
• Applicable registration or licensing requirements
• Other factors prescribed under the relevant rules
Therefore, businesses should not rely on a generic figure such as ₹2,000–₹5,000 as the applicable 2026 factory licence fee for every unit.
PSR Compliance can assess the factory's requirements and help businesses understand the applicable fee structure before submitting the application.
The time required for factory-related approval can vary depending on the application, documents, factory category, inspection requirements and government processing.
The Haryana Labour Department's registration/renewal dashboard currently displays 45 days as the service timeline for the Factory Act License service.
Therefore, businesses planning to start manufacturing should initiate the process well in advance instead of assuming that approval will be issued immediately.
Obtaining and maintaining the applicable factory approval or licence helps a manufacturing business meet its legal and workplace compliance responsibilities.
→ Legal and regulatory compliance for applicable factory operations
→ Worker safety and welfare compliance
→ Better preparation for inspections and government dealings
→ Proper maintenance of statutory records
→ Support for maintaining business credibility
→ Reduced risk of penalties and regulatory action
→ Better compliance readiness for business expansion
Many factories face difficulties during registration, licensing or renewal because of:
→ Complex online procedures
→ Incorrect or incomplete documents
→ Factory layout issues
→ Manufacturing process documentation problems
→ Incorrect worker or machinery information
→ Environmental approval or consent-related requirements
→ Inspection and authority coordination
→ Changes in factory operations that are not properly updated
These issues can result in delays or additional compliance requirements.
That’s why many manufacturing businesses prefer to work with compliance consultants who can help organise documentation and coordinate the applicable registration or licensing process.
PSR Compliance provides factory licensing and compliance assistance for businesses operating across Haryana and the Delhi NCR region, including Gurugram, Faridabad, Sonipat, Panipat and other industrial locations.
We provide structured support from documentation to application submission and compliance assistance.
✅ Factory License Registration and Application Assistance
✅ Renewal and Modification Assistance
✅ Factory Layout Documentation Support
✅ Inspection Coordination Support
✅ Pollution NOC & Environmental Clearance Support, where applicable
✅ Labour Law and Workplace Safety Compliance Assistance
✅ Documentation Preparation and Review
✅ Ongoing Factory Compliance Guidance
Factory licensing and workplace compliance requirements have evolved with the implementation of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020. Businesses should therefore review their factory requirements according to the current 2026 legal and regulatory framework rather than relying only on older Factories Act procedures.
Whether you are setting up a new manufacturing unit in Gurugram, Faridabad, Manesar, Panipat, Sonipat or another part of Haryana, completing the applicable factory registration and licensing requirements at the right stage can help avoid unnecessary compliance issues.
PSR Compliance assists businesses with Factory License in Haryana, including documentation, online application support, renewal, modification, inspection coordination and related compliance requirements.
Contact PSR Compliance to assess the factory licensing requirements applicable to your manufacturing unit and begin the registration process.
A Factory License is a regulatory approval associated with operating a factory and complying with applicable safety, health, welfare and labour requirements in Haryana.
Applicability depends on the manufacturing activity, premises, use of power and number of workers. Under the current framework, the factory definition generally uses a threshold of 20 workers with power or 40 workers without power. Certain health, safety and welfare provisions also apply to establishments with 10 or more employees.
You can apply through the Haryana Labour Department's online system. The process generally includes checking applicability, preparing documents and layout details, submitting the application, paying applicable fees, verification or inspection and obtaining approval.
Common documents include the factory layout, ownership or lease documents, business constitution documents, occupier and manager details, manufacturing process information, machinery and worker details, electricity or power information and applicable pollution or safety-related documents.
Yes. The Haryana Labour Department provides online services related to factory registration, licensing, renewal and other factory compliance requirements.
The applicable government fee depends on factors such as the number of workers, power usage, factory category and other applicable requirements. There is no single fixed fee for every factory.
The Haryana Labour Department dashboard currently displays 45 days for the Factory Act License service. Actual processing time may vary depending on document completeness, verification, inspection and other requirements.
Yes. Factory licence renewal services are available through the Haryana Labour Department's online system. The applicable renewal period, documents and fee should be checked according to the current licence and applicable rules.
The Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 forms part of the current labour-code framework that came into force on November 21, 2025. Factory licensing and related requirements should therefore be considered under the current applicable framework and Haryana rules.
Yes. Professional assistance is available for businesses in major Haryana industrial locations including Gurugram, Faridabad, Manesar, Panipat, Sonipat, Bahadurgarh and Ballabgarh.
Yes. PSR Compliance can assist with applicability assessment, documentation, application filing, renewal, modification-related support and factory compliance guidance.
PSR Compliance can provide fast professional assistance for document preparation, application review and filing support. Government approval remains subject to the concerned authority, verification, inspection and applicable requirements.
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