Applying for a licence under the Pawn Broker Act in Tamil Nadu is a structured, online process managed through the Tamil Nadu e-District portal (TNeGA). Applicants must first register and obtain a Citizen Access Number (CAN) using Aadhaar and OTP verification. Once registered, they can log in and access the REV-401 service for the Pawn Broker Act licence. The application process requires filling out detailed personal and business information, including the applicant’s name, address, shop address, and nominee details. Applicants must upload several mandatory documents such as a passport-size photograph, residence proof, solvency certificate, shop address proof, property documents (Patta/Chitta), bank challan for fee payment, Form A as per the Act, nominee character certificate, nominee residence proof, nominee solvency proof, self-declaration, and lease agreement if applicable. The fee payment is made via bank challan, and a service charge of ₹60 is paid online. After submitting the application and uploading documents, applicants receive an acknowledgement receipt for tracking. The application is then reviewed by the licensing authority, typically the Tahsildar of the Taluk or independent Deputy Tahsildar. If approved, the licence can be downloaded from the portal. The licence is valid for five years and can be renewed. Applicants must ensure all information and documents are accurate and complete to avoid delays or rejection. The process is designed to ensure legal compliance, regulatory verification, and business verification for government and banking purposes. The nominee must be solvent and of good character, as they may continue operations if the licensee surrenders or dies. The entire process is streamlined to facilitate transparency, efficiency, and accessibility for pawnbrokers in Tamil Nadu.
Why it matters:
- Ensures legal compliance for pawnbroking businesses
- Facilitates regulatory and financial verification
Key Points
- Apply online via Tamil Nadu e-District portal (TNeGA)
- Register for CAN using Aadhaar and OTP
- Submit Form A with required documents and fee
- Nominee details and solvency proof required
- Licence valid for five years, renewable
- Process managed by Tahsildar or Deputy Tahsildar
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