{"id":30596,"date":"2021-05-18T15:19:40","date_gmt":"2021-05-18T09:49:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/?p=30596"},"modified":"2025-07-09T13:52:41","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T08:22:41","slug":"setup-a-security-services-company-in-delhi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/setup-a-security-services-company-in-delhi\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Setup a Security Services Company in Delhi?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">There are tons of requirements one has to comply with before setting up a security services company in India. One such requirement is the <a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/psara-license\"><strong>PSARA license<\/strong><\/a> which is mandatory for establishing a private security agency in India. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At present, our nation is suffering\nfrom menacing law and order issues. Despite ample police force at disposal, the\nstate government is finding it hard to maintain peace and harmony consistently.\nThis is where private security agencies come so handy. They are now acting as\nadditional arms for law enforcement agencies. The Private Security Agency\n(Regulation) Act, 2005 oversee the function of security Services Company in\nIndia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The said Act enables security agencies\nto work within a legal regime. Therefore, any person who seeks to set up a\nsecurity Services Company must have a PSARA license first. This write-up will\nprovide ample information about this license and help you set up a security\nagency.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/setup-a-security-services-company-in-delhi\/#What_is_PSARA_License\" >What is PSARA License?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/setup-a-security-services-company-in-delhi\/#PSARAs_Compliances_for_Security_Services_Company_in_India\" >PSARA\u2019s Compliances for\nSecurity Services Company in India&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/setup-a-security-services-company-in-delhi\/#What_is_the_Process_for_the_obtainment_of_a_PSARA_License_in_India\" >What is the Process for the\nobtainment of a PSARA License in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/setup-a-security-services-company-in-delhi\/#Documents_to_be_Arranged_by_Security_Services_Company_for_PSARA_license\" >Documents to be Arranged by\nSecurity Services Company for PSARA license<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/setup-a-security-services-company-in-delhi\/#An_Outlook_on_Renewal_Expiration_of_PSARA_License\" >An Outlook on Renewal &amp;\nExpiration of PSARA License<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/setup-a-security-services-company-in-delhi\/#A_New_Web-Based_System_for_issuing_PSARA_license\" >A New Web-Based System for\nissuing PSARA license<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/setup-a-security-services-company-in-delhi\/#What_is_the_Fee_Structure_for_the_Issuance_of_the_PSARA_License\" >What is the Fee Structure for the\nIssuance of the PSARA License?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/setup-a-security-services-company-in-delhi\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_PSARA_License\"><\/span>What is PSARA License?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Private Security Agencies Regulation\nAct, aka PSARA, is an apex government institution that regulates the working of\nsecurity Services Companies in India.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary step to set up a security\nagency is to obtain a PSARA license as it encompasses all the critical\nattributes from formation to disqualification. Therefore, PSARA ensures the\nprotection of Security Agencies\u2019 interest, which trains the security guard with\nthe required skill.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PSARAs_Compliances_for_Security_Services_Company_in_India\"><\/span>PSARA\u2019s Compliances for\nSecurity Services Company in India&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>There is a long list of guidelines that a Private Security Agency (PSA) has to follow under PSARA. The list below manifests the same.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Firstly, a security agency has to appoint supervisors to oversee the duties of hired security guards.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Further, all PSAs must have a legitimate training protocol at their disposal to aptly train security guards with the required skill.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>According to Act, the preference should be given to the ex-defense candidate having three years of experience.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Every PSA must follow PSARA\u2019s guidelines while selecting or disqualifying the candidates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PSARA embraces continual improvement and seeks to refine the working of PSAs operating nationwide. Furthermore, it set out necessary guidelines for PSAs regarding the health conditions and uniform of candidates to be employed.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read our article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/shop-and-commercial-establishment-registration\/\">Shop and Commercial Establishment Registration: Everything You Need to Know<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Process_for_the_obtainment_of_a_PSARA_License_in_India\"><\/span>What is the Process for the\nobtainment of a PSARA License in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>A Security Services Company ought to follow the below-mentioned guidelines to obtain the PSARA license:-<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/At-What-Instance-Sale-Purchase-Agreement-is-Required-1.png\" alt=\"Process for the obtainment of a PSARA License in India\" class=\"wp-image-30654\" width=\"508\" height=\"469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/At-What-Instance-Sale-Purchase-Agreement-is-Required-1.png 997w, https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/At-What-Instance-Sale-Purchase-Agreement-is-Required-1-300x277.png 300w, https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/At-What-Instance-Sale-Purchase-Agreement-is-Required-1-768x709.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 508px) 100vw, 508px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arrange Necessary Documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step to obtain the PSARA license is to arrange the necessary documentation such as PAN Card, <a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/gst-registration\"><strong>GST<\/strong><\/a>, TAN number, PF, ITR of every director, ESI, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enter an MOU with Training\nInstitute<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, you have to approach a reputed\ntraining institute to signed a Memorandum of Understanding. It ensures seamless\ntraining and skill development of the company\u2019s supervisors and guards.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">File application for Police\nVerification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Further, you were required to file an\napplication in Form-1 for police verification. If the applicant is a registered\nentity, it requires filing an independent application for&nbsp;every partner\n&amp; director.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Obtain No Objection Certificate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon completing the verification\nprocess, you were required to avail of a NOC from the police authorities. The\nconcerned&nbsp;Police authorities have the right to revoke the NOC request on\nfinding any discrepancies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wait for the Issuance of PSARA\nLicense<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The verification process and the\nissuance of the PSARA license will roughly take around 60 days from the\napplication filing date.&nbsp;The process for obtaining a PSARA license varies\nfrom state to state, so it is advisable to meet the region-wise requirements\nwithout any&nbsp;discrepancies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_to_be_Arranged_by_Security_Services_Company_for_PSARA_license\"><\/span>Documents to be Arranged by\nSecurity Services Company for PSARA license<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Security Services Company is required to arrange the given documentations which go along with PSARA application:-<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Company\u2019s Incorporation Certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identity proof of the active directors and partners.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registered office\u2019s address proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signed Memorandum of Association with a certified training institute.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documents of the candidates seeking the position of a security guard.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Security agency\u2019s logo.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/esi-registration\"><strong>ESI Registration<\/strong><\/a> as well as PF Registration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two digital photographs of promoters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Character certificate of active employees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/shop-establishment-license\"><strong>Shops &amp; Establishment license<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ITR copy of active directors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promoters\u2019 PAN card.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registration issued by the service tax department<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certificate issued under the Contractual Labor Act;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Affidavit of the security training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Armed license<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An affidavit obtained under PSARA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"An_Outlook_on_Renewal_Expiration_of_PSARA_License\"><\/span>An Outlook on Renewal &amp;\nExpiration of PSARA License<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the Private Security\nAgency (Regulation) Act, 2005, PSARA License stays operational for five years\nfrom the registration date. However, there is an exception: in Chhattisgarh and\nUttarakhand, the license remains valid for not more than one year. As far as\nthe renewal is concerned, the PSARA license can be renewed within the 90 Days\ntimeline before the expiration date.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_New_Web-Based_System_for_issuing_PSARA_license\"><\/span>A New Web-Based System for\nissuing PSARA license<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Union Home Ministry has introduced an online portal for issuing PSARA licenses to the Security Services Company. The government launches this portal to simplify the entire procedure of licensing. The new portal offers the following features:-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Single\nwindow system for applying to any UT or state<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment\nGateways for licensing fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated\nwith Interoperable Criminal Justice System<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Geo Tagging\nof office<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>E-signature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Aspirants of Security Services Company\ncan use this portal for prompt and seamless issuance of the PSARA license. From\nlicense facilitation to online grievance control, this portal covers every\npossible aspect of the licensing process. It mitigates the requirement of\nmanual intervention, thereby saving time and cost for the applicant. The portal\nensures convenience for both the authorities and the applicant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Fee_Structure_for_the_Issuance_of_the_PSARA_License\"><\/span>What is the Fee Structure for the\nIssuance of the PSARA License?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Security\nServices Company that functions in a Single District \u2013 Rs 5000&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security\nServices Company that operates in 5 Districts \u2013 Rs 10000&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security\nServices Company that operates in an Entire State \u2013 Rs 2500<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We can conclude that the PSARA license renders a string of added benefits to the Security Services Company in India. Therefore, if you intend to start a PSA in Delhi, then a PSARA license is a must-have requirement for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read our article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/procedure-to-cancel-shop-and-establishment-registration-in-india\/\">Procedure to Cancel Shop and Establishment Registration in India<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are tons of requirements one has to comply with before setting up a security services company in India. One such requirement is the PSARA license which is mandatory for establishing a private security agency in India. At present, our nation is suffering from menacing law and order issues. Despite ample police force at disposal, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":30647,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[181],"tags":[1750],"acf":{"service_id":"249"},"authorName":"Pankaj Tyagi","authorImageUrl":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/MicrosoftTeams-image-42.jpg","authorDescription":"Pankaj has a diverse experience of writing research papers, blog, and articles during his college time. 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