1.What is a PSARA License?
A PSARA License allows a company or firm to legally provide security guard services, such as:
Security guards for factories
Guards for malls and banks
Event security
Residential society security
Bouncer / bodyguard services
Without this license, running a security agency is illegal in India.
2.Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants:
Individual (proprietor)
Partnership firm
LLP
Private Limited Company
Conditions:
Applicant must be Indian citizen
Clean criminal background
Office in the state where license is applied
3.Authorities Who Issue License
PSARA license is issued by the State Controlling Authority, usually under the Home Department of the State Government.
Example:
In Punjab → Controlling Authority PSARA, Home Department Punjab
4.Basic Requirements
PSARA license is issued by the State Controlling Authority, usually under the Home Department of the State Government.
Example:
In Punjab → Controlling Authority PSARA, Home Department Punjab
5.Mandatory Documents
Business Documents
Company incorporation certificate / Firm registration
PAN card
GST registration
Office address proof
Directors / Partners
Aadhaar card
PAN card
Passport size photos
Police verification
Other Documents
Training institute MOU
Affidavit of compliance
Character certificate
Security guard uniform details
Labour compliance documents
6.Training Requirement
Under the Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005
Every security guard must receive *training from a recognized institute.
Training includes:
Physical training
Fire safety
First aid
Security procedures
Disaster management
Usually 160 hours training is required.
7. Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 1 – Register Business
Proprietorship / LLP / Pvt Ltd
Step 2 – Sign Training Institute MOU
You must sign MOU with PSARA-approved training institute.
Step 3 – Police Verification
Submit Form I for directors / partners verification.
Police check:
Criminal record
Identity
Address
Step 4 – Submit Application
Submit Form II to the State Controlling Authority.
Documents attached:
Company documents
MOU with training institute
Affidavit
Police verification
Step 5 – Inspection
The authority may inspect:
Office location
Records
Training arrangement
Step 6 – License Issued
After approval, the authority issues the PSARA License.
8.Validity of PSARA License
Usually:
5 years validity
After that, renewal is required.
9.States Covered by One License
A PSARA license is state-specific.
Example:
Punjab license → valid only in Punjab.
For multiple states you must apply separately in each state.
10.Approx Government Fees
Approximate:
Single district → ₹5,000
Up to 5 districts → ₹10,000
Entire state → ₹25,000
11.Time Required
Usually:
60 – 90 days
depending on police verification.
12.Compliance After License
Agency must maintain:
Guard training records
Employee register
Identity cards
Uniform standards
Professional Consultancy Fees
Typical consultant charges:
₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000
depending on state.
Business Opportunity
Security agencies are high-demand businesses in India because of:
Housing societies
Factories
Banks
Hospitals
Malls
Even 50 guards can generate ₹2–5 lakh monthly turnover.
