Rules and fees can change. Last checked against official sources on 08-10-2026. Please confirm with the Municipal Corporation before applying.
In Mohali (SAS Nagar), both dogs and cats must be registered with the Municipal Corporation. The rules come from the Corporation’s 2020 bye-laws on registration and control of animals. [S1] This guide covers the fees, deadlines, documents and owner rules. For everything else about dogs, visit our dog hub.
Who must register
- Every dog and cat. [S1]
- Register on or before 30 April each year, or within seven days of bringing an animal into city limits. [S1]
- Puppies and kittens are registered once they’re four months old. [S1]
Fees
- First registration: Rs 500 per animal [S1]
- Yearly renewal: Rs 200 per animal, by 30 April. Registrations run from 1 April to 31 March. [S1]
Late fees
- Up to one month late: Rs 100 [S1]
- Up to two months late: Rs 200 [S1]
- More than two months late: five times the registration fee, plus impounding and maintenance charges of Rs 200 per day [S1]
Documents
- Form A (the application form in the bye-laws) [S1]
- Two recent photographs of the animal [S1]
- A vaccination or health certificate from a licensed veterinarian, stating the animal is free of infectious or contagious disease [S1]
Apply to the Registration Authority at the Municipal Corporation office, or through a mobile app or website if the Corporation has designated one. [S1]
Rules for owners
- Limit: a maximum of 2 dogs per family. The bye-laws set no limit on cats. [S1]
- In public: don’t let your animal roam unmuzzled in public, and keep it secured where it might annoy, intimidate or injure someone. [S1]
- Waste: owners must clean up after their animal; the fine for not doing so is Rs 1,000. [S1]
- Cancellation: registration can be cancelled, with notice, if the animal repeatedly strays, and for breaches that continue beyond seven days. [S1]
The Pawsitive Hoomans Take
Mohali’s rules are among the clearest we’ve seen: register by 30 April, renew every year for Rs 200, and keep no more than two dogs. Set a reminder for 1 April so you never pay the late fee.
🐾 You’ll need a vet’s health or vaccination certificate. Our free Vaccination Tracker keeps your pet’s dates on track, and a Pet Passport keeps the certificate and your registration together.
Other cities: see our dog registration guide for every city and renewal deadlines by city.
Frequently asked questions
Do cats need to be registered in Mohali?
Yes. The bye-laws cover both dogs and cats. [S1]
What is the dog registration fee in Mohali?
Rs 500 for the first registration and Rs 200 for yearly renewal, per animal. [S1]
When is the renewal deadline in Mohali?
30 April every year. [S1]
How many dogs can I keep in Mohali?
A maximum of 2 dogs per family. [S1]
Sources and last checked
- [S1] Municipal Corporation SAS Nagar (Mohali), Registration, Control of Stray Animals and Compensation to the Victim of Animal Attack Bye Laws, 2020 – mcmohali.punjab.gov.in (PDF) – Last checked: 08-10-2026
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