NOC and Declaration Requirements for MP PSARA License Registration
Quick answer: In an MP PSARA application, a NOC is mainly used as office proof when the premises belong to someone else, such as a relative or a landlord, and there is no formal rent agreement or ownership in the applicant's name. It is supported by the owner's ownership proof. Declarations and affidavits, such as Form 3 and Form 7, cover the applicant's own statements.
The question of a NOC for MP PSARA license registration usually comes up when the office is in a property owned by a family member or a third party. The MP document lists for partnership firms, LLPs and private limited companies mention "Office Rent Agreement/NOC/Ownership document", which means a NOC is one acceptable way of showing your right to use the office. This guide explains how NOCs and declarations work together.
Three ways to prove your office
| Situation | Usual document | Supporting papers |
|---|---|---|
| Office owned by the applicant or entity | Ownership document | Property tax receipt or electricity bill, as applicable |
| Office rented from a landlord | Rent agreement | Landlord's ID and ownership proof, as applicable |
| Office owned by a relative or third party, used without rent | NOC from the owner | Owner's ID and ownership proof |
Whichever route you choose, the office must be in Madhya Pradesh, and the address must match Gumasta, GST and the PSARA form exactly.
What a good office NOC contains
There is no single universal format that we can reproduce here, but a NOC used as office proof generally includes:
- Full name and address of the property owner.
- Complete address of the premises, matching other documents word for word.
- Name of the applicant entity and its proprietor, partners or directors.
- A clear statement that the owner has no objection to the premises being used as the office of the security agency.
- Date, place and signature of the owner, with identity proof attached.
Attach the owner's ownership proof so the office can see that the person giving the NOC actually has the right to do so. Where a notarised NOC or one on stamp paper is expected, execute it accordingly.
Where NOCs go wrong
- Owner is not the person signing: for example, a son signing for property in his father's name.
- Address incomplete: missing floor, plot or ward number compared with Gumasta.
- No ownership proof attached: the NOC cannot be linked to the property.
- Generic purpose: the NOC says "for business use" without mentioning the security agency.
- Old date: a NOC given years earlier for another business.
Declarations and affidavits: the applicant's own statements
A NOC is a third party's consent. Declarations and affidavits are the applicant's own statements. In the MP lists:
- Proprietorships (and societies) file a Form 3 Affidavit and a Form 7 Affidavit.
- Private limited companies file an Affidavit of all directors.
- Partnership firms and LLPs provide declarations or affidavits as required by the format.
These typically support statements about eligibility under the Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005 and the truth of the information furnished. Read our guide to the affidavit required for MP PSARA registration for details.
NOC, declaration and affidavit compared
| Feature | NOC | Self-declaration | Affidavit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who gives it | Third party (e.g., property owner) | Applicant | Applicant / each partner or director |
| Purpose | Consent or no objection | Statement of facts | Sworn statement of facts |
| Attestation | As required; often notarised | Signed | Sworn and attested by notary |
| Example in PSARA | Office NOC | Declarations in formats | Form 3, Form 7, directors' affidavit |
Other NOC situations you may hear about
Applicants sometimes ask whether they need a NOC from the police, the municipal body or a previous employer. For the MP PSARA application itself, the document lists do not include such items, and police verification is initiated by the Controller after the application is filed. If a client or a tender separately asks for a NOC, treat that as a contract requirement rather than a PSARA requirement. For retired government personnel, the retirement document is what the list asks for.
Formats and requirements can be updated by the authority. Confirm the latest requirement on the official PSARA portal at the time of filing, or ask us to verify for your specific case.
A practical example
Suppose a proprietor plans to run the agency from the ground floor of a building owned by his mother in Bhopal. No rent is paid. In this case, the mother, as owner, signs a NOC stating that she has no objection to the premises being used as the office of the named security agency, with the full address. Her ownership proof and ID are attached. The same address is then used for Gumasta and GST, and appears on the outer banner shown in the office photograph. If, instead, the building were jointly owned by several family members, the NOC should be signed in a way that reflects the ownership, and the supporting papers should show who the owners are.
Notice that the proprietorship list mentions "Rent Agreement/Ownership doc of MP office", while the firm and company lists expressly include "NOC". If you are a proprietor using a relative's premises, discuss the best form of office proof for your case before filing.
Practical sequence
- Decide whether the office will be owned, rented or used under NOC.
- Collect the owner's ownership proof and ID.
- Prepare the NOC or rent agreement in the entity's name with the full address.
- Apply for Gumasta and GST using the identical address.
- Prepare affidavits and declarations after all facts are final.
At renewal
If the office arrangement changes during the five-year license period, or if the NOC was time-bound, fresh office proof will be needed at renewal. See our documents required for MP PSARA renewal page. For the original application, the full list is on documents required for MP PSARA registration. We prepare NOC drafts, affidavits and all formats as part of our registration service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my father's property as the PSARA office with a NOC?
Yes, this is a common arrangement. Your father, as owner, gives a NOC permitting the premises to be used as the security agency's office, supported by his ownership proof and ID. The address in the NOC must match your Gumasta, GST and PSARA form exactly.
Does the office NOC need to be notarised?
A notarised NOC, or one executed on stamp paper as applicable, carries more weight and is commonly used. Requirements can vary with the format in use, so confirm before execution. In any case, the owner must sign personally and attach identity and ownership proof.
Is a police NOC needed before applying for MP PSARA?
The MP PSARA document lists do not include a separate police NOC before filing. Instead, after you file, the Controller of PSARA issues a letter for police verification of the owners or partners/directors and of the office. That verification is part of the official process.
Is a NOC the same as a rent agreement?
No. A rent agreement is a contract with rent and terms between landlord and tenant. A NOC is the owner's consent to use the premises, often without rent. Both can serve as office proof in the MP PSARA lists, depending on your actual arrangement.
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