{"id":2159,"date":"2025-05-02T15:50:55","date_gmt":"2025-05-02T10:20:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/?p=2159"},"modified":"2026-01-06T12:30:31","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T07:00:31","slug":"msme-india-registration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/","title":{"rendered":"MSME Registration In India: Eligibility, Process &#038; Documents Required in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><span style=\"font-size: 19px;\">MSME registration in India is mandatory for any business to start functioning legally. The registration process is free of cost, paperless, based on self-declaration, and is differentiated into two main categories: manufacturing and service enterprises.<\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div role=\"group\">\n<div role=\"group\" aria-label=\"Message shortcuts\" data-qa=\"message-actions\">\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">The Union Cabinet, headed by Prime Minis\u00adter Narendra Modi, has formally <a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/new-msme-definition-turnover-2020\/\">revised the MSME classification.<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\">\n<div class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f227c24d0a2\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f227c24d0a2\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#What-Is-MSME-Classification\" >What Is MSME Classification?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#What-Is-MSME-Registration\" >What Is MSME Registration?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#MSME-Registration-Fees\" >MSME Registration Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#MSME-Registration-Eligibility\" >MSME Registration Eligibility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#Documents-Required-for-MSME-Registration\" >Documents Required for MSME Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#How-to-Apply-for-MSME-Registration-on-the-Udyam-Registration-Portal\" >How to Apply for MSME Registration on the Udyam Registration Portal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#How-to-Register-an-MSME-Without-an-Aadhaar-Card\" >How to Register an MSME Without an Aadhaar Card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#MSME-Registration-Number\" >MSME Registration Number<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#MSME-Registration-Check\" >MSME Registration Check<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#MSME-Registration-Status\" >MSME Registration Status\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#MSME-Registration-Certificate-Download\" >MSME Registration Certificate Download\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#What-Is-the-Difference-Between-MSME-and-Udyam-Registration\" >What Is the Difference Between MSME and Udyam Registration?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#Benefits-of-MSME-Registration\" >Benefits of MSME Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#How-to-Check-MSME-Registration-by-Name\" >How to Check MSME Registration by Name?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-india-registration\/#Frequently-Asked-Questions-FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-Is-MSME-Classification\"><\/span><b>What Is MSME Classification?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the government introduced MSME registration in 2006, the classification was based on the investment in plant, machinery, or equipment. Later, the classification was updated to include annual investment and turnover criteria. Additionally, the distinction between the manufacturing and services sectors was removed under the MSME definition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Budget 2025 brought a revision in the MSME classification, effective from 1 April 2025. Below is a comparison of the previous and revised limits:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<h3><b>Criteria<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<h3><b>Micro<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<h3><b>Small<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<h3><b>Medium<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Previous Investment &amp; Turnover<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 1 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 10 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 50 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Revised Investment &amp; Turnover<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 2.5 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 25 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 125 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Previous Turnover Limit<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 5 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 50 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 250 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Revised Turnover Limit<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 10 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 100 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to Rs. 500 crore<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-Is-MSME-Registration\"><\/span>What Is MSME Registration?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">The government of India offers MSME registration to the industries classified as Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to assist them in receiving benefits that will help establish and grow their businesses.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Obtaining the MSME registration is not obligatory; however, it can be advantageous as it provides a range of benefits related to setting up the business, taxation, credit facilities, loans, and more. You can complete MSME registration online in the comfort of your home through the <a href=\"https:\/\/udyamregistration.gov.in\/Government-India\/Ministry-MSME-registration.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" data-factors-click-bind=\"false\">Udyam registration portal<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"styles__MainLayout-sc-aoq1me-1 czzvSV\">\n<h2 id=\"h2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/rize\/company-registration?utm_source=learn_articles&amp;utm_medium=CTA_Button&amp;utm_campaign=MSME_registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13556 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-scaled.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-300x27.webp 300w, https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-1024x93.webp 1024w, https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-768x69.webp 768w, https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-1536x139.webp 1536w, https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-2048x185.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MSME-Registration-Fees\"><\/span>MSME Registration Fees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">The Udyam Registration process does not require any registration fees. The entire process is completely free of cost for entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MSME-Registration-Eligibility\"><\/span>MSME Registration Eligibility<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Manufacturing, service industries, wholesale, and retail trade that fulfil the MSME classification criteria of annual turnover and investment can apply for MSME registration.<\/p>\n<p>The following entities or company types are eligible for MSME registration:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">1. Individuals, startups, business owners, and entrepreneurs<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">2. Private and public limited companies<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">3. Sole proprietorship<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">4. Partnership firm<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">5. Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">6. Self-Help Groups (SHGs)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">7. Co-operative societies<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">8. Trusts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents-Required-for-MSME-Registration\"><\/span>Documents Required for MSME Registration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Before you start the registration process, please ensure that these MSME registration documents are available to minimize delays.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Aadhaar Number<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">An Aadhaar card is required for MSME registration as proof of identity and address.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>PAN Number<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">A PAN card is necessary to verify the tax details of the business owner for MSME registration.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Address of the Business<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Business address proof is essential for MSME registration to validate the location of the business.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Bank Account Number<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">A bank account statement is required for MSME registration to verify the financial transactions of the business.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>The Basic Business Activity<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">A description of the basic business activity is needed for MSME registration to understand the nature of the business.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>NIC 2-Digit Code<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">NIC 2-digit code helps to categorize the business activity for MSME registration.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Investment Details (Plant\/Equipment Details)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Investment details are necessary for MSME registration to assess the infrastructure of the business.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Turnover Details (As per New MSME Definition)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Turnover details are required for MSME registration to determine the scale of the business.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Partnership Deed<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">A partnership deed is essential for MSME registration if the business operates as a partnership.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Sales and Purchase Bill Copies<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Sales and purchase bill copies are required for MSME registration to validate business transactions.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Copies of Licences and Bills of Purchased Machinery<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Licences and bills of purchased machinery are essential for MSME registration to ensure regulatory compliance and infrastructure investment.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><em><strong>Related Read<\/strong> <\/em>&#8211; <em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/union-budget-2024-highlights-for-msme\/\">Budget 2024: Highlights for MSME Sector<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-Apply-for-MSME-Registration-on-the-Udyam-Registration-Portal\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/rize\/company-registration?utm_source=learn_articles&amp;utm_medium=CTA_Button&amp;utm_campaign=MSME_registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13556 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-scaled.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-300x27.webp 300w, https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-1024x93.webp 1024w, https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-768x69.webp 768w, https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-1536x139.webp 1536w, https:\/\/d6xcmfyh68wv8.cloudfront.net\/learn-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-09-24-at-5.20.07\u202fPM-2048x185.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a>How to Apply for MSME Registration on the Udyam Registration Portal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">To access the MSME registration application, the entrepreneur can visit the government\u2019s official portal, <a href=\"\/\/udyamregistration.gov.in\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" data-link-auto=\"\" data-factors-click-bind=\"false\">udyamregistration.gov.in<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/udyamregistration.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" data-factors-click-bind=\"false\">.<\/a> This portal, operated by the Ministry of MSME, is the designated single-window system for the MSME registration process in India.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">On the Udyam Registration portal, MSME registration can be completed under two categories: Udyam Registration for new MSMEs and Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM) for existing MSMEs.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">1) Udyam Registration for New Entrepreneurs Not Registered as MSME or those with EM-II<\/h3>\n<h4 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Step 1: Udyam Registration Portal Access<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">New entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs having EM-II registration must click on the <strong>\u201cFor New Entrepreneurs who are not Registered yet as MSME or those with EM-II\u201d<\/strong> shown on the home page of the Udyam Registration Portal.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets1.cleartax-cdn.com\/finfo\/wg-utils\/retool\/312168e3-5eda-49e1-a823-2624faa6a9fc.PNG\" alt=\"Udyam Registration portal homepage. MSME registration for new entrepreneurs.\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Step 2: Enter AADHAAR details and the Name of the entrepreneur<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Enter the Aadhaar number and the name of the entrepreneur, and click on the \u201cValidate and Generate OTP\u201d. Once OTP is received and entered, the PAN Verification page opens.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets1.cleartax-cdn.com\/finfo\/wg-utils\/retool\/7f94b9cd-8bc2-4c1e-b16c-210ee904c65b.PNG\" alt=\"MSME Registration Aadhaar verification. Aadhaar number for MSME registration.\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Step 3: Enter the Type of Organisation and PAN Number<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Enter the \u201cType of Organisation\u201d and the PAN Number, and click on the \u201cValidate PAN\u201d button. The portal gets the PAN details from the government databases and validates the PAN number of the entrepreneur.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets1.cleartax-cdn.com\/finfo\/wg-utils\/retool\/a24a5c9e-4e1d-4a55-bdcc-09de05ae64ef.PNG\" alt=\"MSME Registration PAN verification. MSME Registration PAN number.\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Step 4: Fill Personal &amp; Enterprise Details after PAN Verification<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">After verification of PAN, the Udyam Registration form will appear, and the entrepreneurs must fill in their personal details and details of their enterprise.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets1.cleartax-cdn.com\/finfo\/wg-utils\/retool\/81618624-3f5f-4e24-bab6-5ccaf8ec7b34.PNG\" alt=\"MSME Registration form. MSME Registration application. Udyam Registration form.\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Step 5: Enter Investment and Turnover Details<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Enter the investment and turnover details, select the declaration, and click on the \u201cSubmit and Get Final OTP\u201d button. Enter the OTP and submit the form.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets1.cleartax-cdn.com\/finfo\/wg-utils\/retool\/906dd01f-7ed9-4052-977f-159fcbcbd87f.PNG\" alt=\"MSME Registration form submission. MSME registration complete. Submit MSME registration form.\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Step 6: Download the Udyam Registration Certificate<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>After entering the OTP and submitting the form, the Udyam Registration Certificate will be sent through email.<\/p>\n<h3>2) Registration for Entrepreneurs Already Having Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM)<\/h3>\n<h4 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Step 1: <\/strong><strong>Udyam Registration Portal Access<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">You will have to click the <strong>&#8220;For those already having registration as UAM&#8221;<\/strong> button or or <strong>\u201cFor those already having registration as UAM through Assisted filing\u201d<\/strong> shown on the home page of the government portal.<\/p>\n<h4 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Step 2: <\/strong><strong>Enter Udyog Aadhaar Number &amp; Enter OTP<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>A new page will be opened where Udyog Aadhaar Number is to be entered, and an OTP option should be selected.<\/p>\n<p>The options provided are to obtain OTP on mobile as filled in UAM or obtain OTP on email as filled in UAM.<\/p>\n<p>After choosing the OTP Options, \u201cValidate and Generate OTP\u201d is to be clicked.<\/p>\n<p>After entering OTP, registration details are to be filled on the MSME registration form, and Udyam registration will be complete.<\/p>\n<h4 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><strong>Step 3: Submit Form<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Fill in the OTP, and the platform will take you to the Udyam registration form. Here, you can check and modify your business details in case of any errors.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Step 4: Get Your Udyam Registration Certificate<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Lastly, click on \u201csubmit\u201d to finish the registration process. The portal then provides your Udyam Registration Certificate, a substitute for the Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Related Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/aadhaar-card-download\/\">How to Download Aadhaar Card By Aadhaar Number, EID, Name And Date Of Birth, VID?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-Register-an-MSME-Without-an-Aadhaar-Card\"><\/span>How to Register an MSME Without an Aadhaar Card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">First of all, for the applicant who doesn\u2019t have an Aadhaar card according to Section 3 of the Act, the UAM registration shall be filed by the respective DIC or MSME-DE for the enterprise or business, until the individual receives the Aadhaar.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Meanwhile, the individual can provide the following documents as an alternative for identification.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Aadhaar enrolment copy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Aadhaar enrolment request copy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Anyone of the following: Voter ID, passport, driving license, PAN card, employee ID, and bank passbook.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MSME-Registration-Number\"><\/span>MSME Registration Number<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">The MSME Registration Number, or Udyam Registration Number, is a 19-digit unique identification number provided to firms or entities registered under the MSME category in India. It is a unique and clear identification of your MSME enterprise, and it is received as proof of registration that opens the door to government schemes and benefits.<\/p>\n<h2 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MSME-Registration-Check\"><\/span>MSME Registration Check<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Here is a step-by-step guide on how to check MSME registration:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Visit the official <a href=\"https:\/\/udyamregistration.gov.in\/Udyam_Verify.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" data-factors-click-bind=\"false\">Udyam Registration Portal\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Go to the print\/verify tab and select &#8216;Verify Udyam Registration Number&#8217;. Enter your 19-digit Udyam Registration\/Reference Number (i.e., UDYAM-XX-XX-XXXXXXX).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Enter the valid verification code as given in the Captcha image.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Click on the Verify button.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"h10\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MSME-Registration-Status\"><\/span>MSME Registration Status\u00a0<span id=\"h10\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Below is the process to check MSME Registration Status:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Visit the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/udyamregistration.gov.in\/Government-India\/Ministry-MSME-registration.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Udyam registration portal<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Click on the \u2018Print\/Verify\u2019 option and click on the \u2018Verify Udyam Registration Number\u2019 option.<\/li>\n<li>Enter the \u2018Reference Number\u2019, enter the captcha code, and click on the \u2018Verify\u2019 button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"h11\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MSME-Registration-Certificate-Download\"><\/span>MSME Registration Certificate Download\u00a0<span id=\"h11\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Below is the process to download the MSME Registration Certificate:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Visit the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/udyamregistration.gov.in\/Government-India\/Ministry-MSME-registration.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Udyam registration portal<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Click the \u2018Print\/Verify\u2019 option and select the \u2018Print Udyam Certificate\u2019 option.<\/li>\n<li>Enter the \u2018Udyam Registration Number\u2019, \u2018Mobile\u2019, choose the OTP option and click on the \u2018Validate &amp; Generate OTP\u2019 button.<\/li>\n<li>Enter the OTP received on the mobile\/email and click on the \u2018Validate OTP and Login\u2019 button.<\/li>\n<li>Take a printout of the Udyam registration certificate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-Is-the-Difference-Between-MSME-and-Udyam-Registration\"><\/span>What Is the Difference Between MSME and Udyam Registration?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">The Indian government introduced the Udyam registration process as a simpler alternative to Udyog Aadhaar for MSMEs to register on the government portal. The new process enables new businesses to register easily without lengthy procedures, saving them time. Previously, registration involved numerous categories and documents that required extensive paperwork. In contrast, the Udyam registration process is hassle-free, and anyone can register quickly through a single window without the need for extensive documentation.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">The Indian government launched two programs to support and promote the growth of MSMEs in India: Udyog Aadhaar and Udyam Registration (UR), also known as Udyam registration online. Both programs aim to achieve the same goal, but there are significant differences between the two that businesses should know.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Udyog Aadhaar, also known as Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM), was launched by the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in September 2015. The primary purpose of Udyog Aadhaar was to provide MSMEs with a unique identification number that would enable them to access various government benefits, including subsidies and tax benefits.<\/p>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">A key difference between Udyog Aadhaar and Udyam is the process of obtaining a unique identification number. Udyog Aadhaar requires businesses to provide a significant amount of information to the government, as opposed to Udyam Registration, which only requires self-declaration by the business.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits-of-MSME-Registration\"><\/span>Benefits of MSME Registration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">MSME registration offers your business access to several benefits and support schemes that will greatly aid in the growth and development of your business.\u00a0The main MSME registration benefits are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Access to collateral-free loans and credit from banks and other financial institutions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Eligibility to participate in various government procurement contracts and tenders.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Priority in the allocation of land, utility connections, and infrastructure expansion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Concessions and incentives in technology upgradation, marketing, and export promotion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Direct and indirect tax advantages and exemptions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"43\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-Check-MSME-Registration-by-Name\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"43\">How to Check MSME Registration by Name?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"197\">While it&#8217;s not possible to check the MSME registration number directly by name, you can retrieve your MSME registration number by following these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"242\">Visit the <strong data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"241\">Udyam Registration Portal<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"347\">On the homepage, click on the <strong data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"302\">\u2018Forgot Udyam\/UAM No.\u2019<\/strong> option under the <strong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"338\">\u2018Print\/Verify\u2019<\/strong> section.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"386\">Select the <strong data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"385\">registration option<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"416\">Choose the <strong data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"415\">OTP option<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"466\">Enter your <strong data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"465\">mobile number or email address<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"520\">Click on the <strong data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"512\">\u2018Validate &amp; Generate OTP\u2019<\/strong> button.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"604\">Enter the received OTP, and your <strong data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"585\">MSME registration number<\/strong> will be displayed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">MSME registration in India is one of the most important aspects of running a micro and small business, as it opens up numerous benefits and support options from the government\u2019s end. The best interest of your business lies in the benefits and advantages that financially and operationally support you. So apply for MSME registration today!<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently-Asked-Questions-FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">1. Can I register for MSME online?<\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Yes, businesses that want to avail themselves of the benefits announced by the government for MSMEs will need to register their businesses online on the \u2018Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM) portal\u2019. The registration process is simplified and free for every user.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">2. What are the new criteria for MSME?<\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">MSME qualification is nothing but the eligibility criteria for businesses to register themselves under the tag of MSME. Any business falling under the eligibility criteria may register itself\/himself under the single registration system for MSMEs.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">3. Is the MSME certificate valid?<\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\"><a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/msme-registration-certificate\/\">MSME certificate<\/a> is valid until the business is operational. However, a provisional MSME certificate is valid only for 5 years.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">4. What are the types of MSMEs?<\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">According to the provisions of the Micro, Small &amp; Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act, 2006, MSMEs are classified into Manufacturing Enterprises and Service Enterprises.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">5. Is an Aadhaar card compulsory for MSME registration?<\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">Yes. Your Aadhaar Card is compulsory for MSME registration.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">6. Are MSME registration and Udyog Aadhaar the same?<\/h3>\n<p data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">No, MSME registration and Udyog Aadhaar are not the same. Udyog Aadhaar was the previous system for MSME registration, which has now been replaced by the Udyam Registration system. Entrepreneurs with existing Udyog Aadhaar can migrate their registration to the new Udyam portal.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">7. Is MSME registration free?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the Udyam registration process for MSME registration is completely free of cost. There are no registration fees or charges involved.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">8. Which is better, Udyog or Udyam?<\/h3>\n<p>The Udyam Registration System is updated and comes with a more comprehensive MSME registration process introduced by the government. It has replaced the older Udyog Aadhaar system and offers additional benefits and features for registered enterprises.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">9. Is GST compulsory for MSME registration?<\/h3>\n<p>No, GST registration is not a mandatory requirement for MSME registration. Businesses can apply for MSME registration even if not registered for GST.<\/p>\n<h3 data-node-text-align=\"justify\" data-line-height-align=\"1.8\">10. 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