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PSARA License for private security agencies and guard deployment companies under PSARA Act 2005.

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What is a PSARA Licence?

PSARA stands for the Private Security Agencies Regulation Act, 2005 — a central legislation that regulates all private security agencies in India. Under PSARA, any organisation that provides security guard services (including housekeeping guards, bouncers, bodyguards, or industrial security personnel) must obtain a licence from the controlling authority of the respective state before commencing operations.

The PSARA licence is issued by the state's controlling authority — usually the state police department or a designated officer — and is valid for five years. Agencies wishing to operate in multiple states must obtain a separate PSARA licence for each state in which they deploy security personnel. Operating a security agency without a valid PSARA licence attracts imprisonment of up to one year and/or a fine.

The Act also mandates that every security guard must have a character certificate from the police, must be physically fit as per prescribed standards, and must have received training from an approved training institute such as an NSDC or SSIA-affiliated centre.

Key requirements under PSARA, 2005
  • Licence mandatory before deploying any security personnel
  • Separate licence required for each state of operation
  • Licence valid for 5 years — renewal before expiry mandatory
  • All guards must have police character verification certificate
  • Training from NSDC/SSIA approved institute compulsory

Who Needs a PSARA Licence?

Any organisation providing security personnel as a service to third parties requires a PSARA licence.

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Private Security Agencies

Agencies providing armed or unarmed security guards to residential complexes, commercial buildings, malls, and banks.

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Bodyguard Services

Companies providing personal security officers or executive protection services to individuals and corporate clients.

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Corporate Security Firms

Firms managing security operations for large corporate campuses, IT parks, manufacturing plants, and SEZs.

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Residential Security Companies

Agencies supplying security personnel for housing societies, gated communities, and residential complexes.

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Industrial Security

Companies providing security for factories, warehouses, ports, and industrial establishments that outsource their guard force.

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Event Security Providers

Agencies deploying bouncers, crowd management staff, and security personnel for events, concerts, and exhibitions.

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Documents Required for PSARA Licence

Our team checks and compiles all documents before submission to avoid rejections.

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Company Incorporation Certificate

Certificate of incorporation (for companies) or partnership deed or proprietorship registration as applicable.

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Director / Partner PAN & Aadhaar

PAN card and Aadhaar of all directors, partners, or proprietors of the security agency.

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Police Character Verification

Character and antecedent verification certificates for all security personnel to be employed from the local police station.

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Training Certificates

Training completion certificates from an NSDC-affiliated or SSIA-approved security training institute for each guard.

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Premises Proof

Rent agreement or ownership documents for the registered office of the security agency.

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Bank Account Details

Cancelled cheque or bank statement for the company's business account, required for payment processing by the authority.

How PSARA Licence Application Works

End-to-end state-wise application management by our compliance team.

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Document Collection & Verification

We collect all required documents and verify completeness. Missing items are flagged before submission to avoid rejections.

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Application to Controlling Authority

We submit the PSARA licence application to the state controlling authority (police department) along with prescribed fee payment.

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Background Check & Police Verification

The controlling authority conducts background verification of directors and reviews police character certificates of guards submitted with the application.

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Training Records Verified

Training certificates from NSDC/SSIA-approved institutes are scrutinised by the authority to ensure guards meet qualification standards.

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Licence Issued (5-Year Validity)

PSARA licence certificate issued by the controlling authority. Valid for 5 years from issue date. Typically processed within 30–60 working days depending on state.

Fees & Timeline

Government fees vary by state. Our professional fee is fixed and all-inclusive.

ServiceOur FeeTimelineAction
PSARA New Licence (Single State)₹4,99930–60 working daysPay Now →
Multi-State PSARA Licence₹7,99945–75 working daysPay Now →
PSARA Renewal₹2,99920–45 working daysPay Now →
PSARA Compliance Audit₹2,4997–10 working daysPay Now →

Why Choose ClearlyComply?

Trusted by 1,20,000+ businesses for licences and compliance across India.

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State-by-State Expertise

Each state's controlling authority has different requirements. Our team is familiar with procedures across all 28 states and 8 UTs.

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Pre-Submission Checklist

We verify every document against the state-specific checklist before submission, reducing rejection risk significantly.

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Dedicated Compliance Manager

A single point of contact manages your PSARA application from start to finish and follows up with the authority regularly.

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Fixed, Transparent Fee

Our professional fee is fixed upfront. Government fee is charged at actuals separately with receipts provided.

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Secure Document Handling

Sensitive documents like police verification records are handled with strict confidentiality and deleted after process completion.

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Renewal Tracking

We track your PSARA licence expiry and alert you 90 days before renewal is due. No lapse in operating status.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PSARA licence mandatory for all security agencies?
Yes. Under the PSARA Act 2005, every private security agency that deploys security guards or supervisors to third parties must obtain a PSARA licence from the state controlling authority. Operating without a valid PSARA licence is a criminal offence under Section 4 of the Act.
How long is the PSARA licence valid?
A PSARA licence is valid for 5 years from the date of issue. Renewal must be applied for before the expiry date. Late renewal attracts penalties and the agency cannot legally operate after expiry.
Do I need a separate PSARA licence for each state?
Yes. PSARA licences are state-specific. If you want to deploy security personnel in Maharashtra, Delhi, and Karnataka, you need a separate PSARA licence from each state's controlling authority. We assist with multi-state applications as a single coordinated engagement.
What training is required for security guards under PSARA?
Security guards must have received training from an institute approved under PSARA — typically NSDC-affiliated or SSIA-recognised training centres. The training covers physical fitness, security procedures, first aid, and legal provisions. Training certificates from unapproved institutes are not accepted.
Can a company that only manages in-house security apply for PSARA?
No. PSARA applies to agencies that provide security services to other organisations. If a company employs guards only for its own premises and does not provide security services to third parties, PSARA does not apply. However, the guards still need to comply with labour laws and police verification requirements.
What are the penalties for operating without a PSARA licence?
Under Section 4(2) of PSARA 2005, operating a private security agency without a licence can attract imprisonment of up to one year, a fine, or both. Repeat offenders face enhanced penalties.

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