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Liquor & Excise License

Liquor & Excise License covers the permits issued by the State Excise Department that authorize a hotel, restaurant, bar, club or retail outlet to serve or sell beer, wine and other liquor — including new license applications, category changes and annual renewals.

Department
State Excise Department
Estimated Timeline
45 – 90 working days, depending on license category and verification
Government Charges
License fee and annual renewal charges vary by license category (bar, beer & wine, restaurant permit, retail) and location — confirmed during your consultation.
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Who Needs This Service?

Hotels, restaurants, bars, clubs, banquet halls and retail vendors that wish to serve or sell beer, wine or liquor on their premises.

Eligibility

  • Premises falls outside any prohibited-distance zone (schools, religious places, as applicable)
  • Applicant meets the Excise Department's eligibility and background-verification norms
  • Premises holds a valid trade license / eating house license as a prerequisite, where applicable

Required Documents

  • Aadhaar Card of applicant/authorized signatory
  • PAN Card
  • Property ownership / title documents
  • Trade license / eating house license
  • Premises layout plan
  • Police NOC / character verification
  • Partnership deed or incorporation certificate (for firms/companies)

Step-by-Step Process

  1. 1License category assessment (bar / beer & wine / restaurant permit / retail)
  2. 2Premises and distance-norm eligibility check
  3. 3Application preparation and submission to the Excise Department
  4. 4Police verification and inspection coordination
  5. 5Query resolution and hearing coordination (if required)
  6. 6License delivered, with renewal reminders going forward

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Liaising Expert handle the entire Liquor & Excise License process end-to-end?

Yes. Our team prepares your application, coordinates document verification, submits it to the concerned department, follows up on your behalf, and keeps you updated at every stage until approval is delivered.

What if my documents are incomplete?

Our eligibility review flags missing or non-compliant documents before submission, and we guide you on how to arrange them so your application isn't delayed or rejected at the department's end.

Can I track the status of my application?

Yes. Once your application is logged, you can track every stage — from document verification to department review to final approval — through your dashboard.