Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Kerala

The aim of the Industries and Commerce Department of Kerala is to transform Kerala into an investment hub with a vibrant entrepreneurial community through environment-friendly and sustainable economic growth along with job creation. Anyone intending to start a small business in Kerala should first approach the State Industries and Commerce Department. A single window clearance system has been set up in the District Industries Centres operating in all 14 districts under the control of the Directorate at Vikas Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram. Every year, the Industries Department honours the best performers at the state and district levels by giving awards to them to encourage small businessmen.