The issuance of a Jute Goods Manufacturer License for looms, spindles, and tape looms is governed by the Jute Act of 2017. This legal framework outlines the regulations and procedures required for individuals or entities seeking to engage in the manufacturing of jute goods using looms, spindles, or tape looms. The license ensures compliance with industry standards, environmental regulations, and quality control measures, facilitating the sustainable production and distribution of jute products within the jurisdiction specified by the Act.
Issuing authority
Name : Department of Jute
Address : Karim Chamber (1st & 2nd floor) 99, Motijheel, Commercial Area, Dhaka -1000
Email : dojute@agnionline.com
Website : www.doj.gov.bd
Required list of all documents
1. Completed application in prescribed Application Form [Original]
2. Treasury Chalan from Bangladesh Bank [Original]
3. Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association (applicable only for a Limited Company) [Original copy duly attested [Original copy duly attested by a First- Class gazette officer]
4. Recent Bank Solvency Certificate [Original copy duly attested by a First- Class gazette officer]
5. Valid Export Registration Certificate [Original copy duly attested by a First- Class gazette officer]
6. Valid Membership Certificate issued by any of the concerned agency i.e. Bangladesh Jute Association/Bangladesh Jute Goods Association/ Bangladesh Jute Spinners Association/ Bangladesh Jute Mills Association/ Bangladesh Jute Exporters Association/Local Chamber of Commerce and Industry [Original copy duly attested by a First- Class gazette officer]
7. Valid Trade License [Original copy duly attested by a First- Class gazette officer]
8. Income Tax Certificate [Original copy duly attested by a First- Class gazette officer]
9. Nationality Certificate (to be provided by all board members in case of a Limited Company) [Original copy duly attested by a First- Class gazette officer]
10. Name, Permanent address and Nationality Certificate for adult members of the family (To be provided by all board members in case of a Limited Company) [Original copy duly attested by a First- Class gazette officer]
11. Statement of Immovable Assets [Original]
12. List of machineries/equipment installed in the factory [Original]
13. BIDA registration [Original copy duly attested by a First- Class gazette officer]
Step by step all process
Step 1 Application Submission with Payment: Collect the prescribed Application Form from the District Office or the Head Office of the Department of Jute. Make payment and collect Treasury Chalan for the license application. Submit the filled-in Application Form, along with supporting documentation and Treasury Chalan, to the Director General of the Department of Jute at the Head Office for verification and approval.
Step 2 License Issuance: Upon verification and approval by the Department of Jute, obtain the License from the Head Office of the Department of Jute.
Fee schedule
LOOM
BDT 20000.00 (for 1-250 LOOMS)
Additional BDT 20000.00 for fractional increase (e.g. BDT 40000.00 for 251-500 LOOMS)
SPINDLES
BDT 15000.00 (for 1-700 LOOMS)
Additional BDT 15000.00 for fractional increase (e.g. BDT 30000.00 for 701-1400 LOOMS)
TAPE LOOM
BDT 11000 (for 1-20 LOOMS)
Additional BDT 11000.00 for fractional increase (e.g. BDT 22000.00 for 21-40 LOOMS)
Official time limit
1-5 working days
Actual time limit
Renewal process
Required list of all documents
- Completed prescribed Application Form [Original]
- Treasury Chalan [Original]
- Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association (applicable only in case of a Limited Company) [Original copy duly attested by a First-Class gazette officer]
- Recent Bank Solvency Certificate [Original copy duly attested by a First-Class gazette officer]
- Valid Export Registration Certificate (ERC) [Original copy duly attested by a First-Class gazette officer]
- Valid Membership Certificate issued by any of the concerned agency i.e. Bangladesh Jute Association/Bangladesh Jute Goods Association/Bangladesh Jute Spinners Association/Bangladesh Jute Mills Association/Bangladesh Jute Exporters Association/Local Chamber of Commerce and Industry [Original copy duly attested by a First-Class gazette officer]
Step by step all process
Step 1 Application Submission with Payment: Collect the prescribed Application Form from the District Office or the Head Office of the Department of Jute. Make payment and collect Treasury Chalan for the license application. Submit the filled-in Application Form, along with supporting documentation and Treasury Chalan, to the Director General of the Department of Jute at the Head Office for verification and approval.
Step 2 License Issuance: Upon verification and approval by the Department of Jute, obtain the Renewal License from the Head Office of the Department of Jute.
Fee Schedule
LOOM
BDT 20000.00 (for 1-250 LOOMS)
Additional BDT 20000.00 for fractional increase (e.g. BDT 40000.00 for 251-500 LOOMS)
SPINDLES
BDT 15000.00 (for 1-700 LOOMS)
Additional BDT 15000.00 for fractional increase (e.g. BDT 30000.00 for 701-1400 LOOMS)
TAPE LOOM
BDT 11000 (for 1-20 LOOMS)
Additional BDT 11000.00 for fractional increase (e.g. BDT 22000.00 for 21-40 LOOMS)