State approvals / Lakshadweep / Food and Civil Supplies - FCS
Registration of New Fair Price Shop (FPS) License
The registration of a new Fair Price Shop (FPS) licence in Lakshadweep is governed by the National Food Security Act, 2013 and the Targeted Public Distribution System (Control) Order, 2015 issued under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955. FPSs are vital outlets for distributing subsidized food grains and essential commodities to eligible households under the Public Distribution System (PDS). Registration ensures accountability, transparency, and fair supply management in the islands. New FPS licences are granted by the Lakshadweep Administration based on population norms, accessibility, and co...
DepartmentFood and Civil Supplies - FCS
TypeNew
StagePre-Operation
Time limit2 Months
FeeVaries with the application
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Documents to submit
| # | Document | Condition | Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nativity Certificate | — | Required |
| 2 | Society Registration Certificate (for society) | — | Required |
| 3 | School/College Certificate | — | Required |
| 4 | Birth Certificate | — | Required |
| 5 | Voter ID Card | — | Required |
| 6 | Adhaar Card | — | Required |
| 7 | Police Verification Report from concerned Police Station | — | Required |
| 8 | NOC from premise owner (in case the offered FPS is in rented premise) in FORMIVannexed to this order | — | Required |
| 9 | NOC from owner of Storage Room (if rented) | — | Required |
| 10 | NOC from Fire Department of U T of Lakshadweep Administration | — | Required |
| 11 | Disability Certificate | If the applicant is a person with disability | If applicable |
| 12 | Security Deposit as prescribed under Clause 8 of this order | — | Required |
| 13 | License fee as prescribed for new license, renewal of license and late renewal as the case may be as prescribed under Clause 8 of this order | — | Required |
| 14 | Two recent passport size photos | — | Required |