PSARA License Registration Procedure

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Lasya Pamidi

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Last updated on April 30th, 2021

What is the PSARA license?

PSARA License is a mandatory requirement for an agency to deploy security guards and engage in Security related services. Private Security agencies who provide security services including training of security guards need to be registered under the Private security agencies regulation act, 2005.

Documents Required to Obtain PSARA License

The documents you would need to provide are as following:

  1. Identity proofs of the directors and employees (Aadhar Card)
  2. Address proof of the office of the agency
  3. The affidavit obtained under Private Security Agencies Regulation Act
  4. Logo of the agency
  5. PAN Card of promoters
  6. Two photographs of the promoters
  7. Details of registration obtained from the Service tax department
  8. Certificate under the Shops and Establishment Act
  9. ESI Registration
  10. Provident fund registration
  11. Affidavit of the security training
  12. Armed license
  13. Character certificate for employees
  14. Copy of Income Tax Return of each director
  15. Company incorporation certificate
  16. Signed Memorandum of association with the training institute
  17. Lastly, the details of the security guards

Registration Procedure for PSARA License

PSARA License Fees

The fees for obtaining PSARA License for private security agencies {PSA} operating at various places are as following:

However, The Government fee for Karnataka is Rs 50,000, for the entire state.

Punishment for not having Valid License

Any Person who not hold a valid License under PSARA shall be Punishable with Imprisonment for a term which may extend to One Year, or with Fine which may extend to Twenty-Five Thousand Rupees, or also with both. As a result, all the private Security agencies must obtain license under PSARA 2005 to operate his business all over India .

FAQs

Is procedure for grant of PSARA Licence differs from state to state?

Yes, Though the Indian Parliament passes the main Law regulating the private security business as The Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005. However, it provides that every state or union territory shall appoint its controlling authority and frame rules and procedure for making application for the grant of the PSARA Licence

What About FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) in Private Security Agency Business?

FDI of 46% is allowed in Private Security Agency Business under the company or LLP form of business organization.

Can a Foreign Company apply for PSARA License?

No, a foreign company is not eligible to apply for PSARA License in India, however, FDIs are allowed.

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