# Create Applications

Log in to the employee portal using your credentials.

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Click on the **New Application** option in the top left corner of the landing page.

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An employee can create the application on behalf of citizens over the counter.

Select the applicable Financial Year for which the trade license is to be issued.

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Fill in the application details (same as given in the citizen application process).

Click on the Submit button once all details are found complete and accurate.

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A unique application reference number is generated. This number is used to access the application and for further processing. The citizen receives a notification along with this application number in the registered mobile number.


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