MSME

How to get registered as a MSME in India?

by DEEPA KAINTURA

MSME stands for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in India. The business entities on the basis of their Investment value in Plant and Machinery and Turnover can decide and get to know that, whether it falls into the definition of MSME and get benefited with the schemes which are applicable for MSMEs. 

In the Budget 2025-26, the criteria limit has been revised w.e.f. 01.04.2025. The revised limit has been mentioned with previous limits for better understanding of our readers. The last classification criteria was nnotified w.e.f. 01.07.2020, in the gazette of India which is as provided below:

(i) a micro enterprise, where the investment in Plant and Machinery or Equipment does not exceed 1 crore rupees and turnover does not exceed 5 crore rupees; (w.e.f. 01.04.2025, investment criteria is 2.5 crores and turnover is 10 crores)

(ii) a small enterprise, where the investment in Plant and Machinery or Equipment does not exceed 10 crore rupees and turnover does not exceed 50 crore rupees; (w.e.f. 01.04.2025, investment criteria is 25 crores and turnover is 100 crores)

(iii) a medium enterprise, where the investment in Plant and Machinery or Equipment does not exceed 50 crore rupees and turnover does not exceed 250 crore rupees (w.e.f. 01.04.2025, investment criteria is 125 crores and turnover is 500 crores)

There are plenty of schemes and benefits available for the entities that fall under this criteria. To get the benefit, One needs to get itself registered for the same. Here, we are going to provide you with an overview of the registration process. 

Firstly, to get the MSME registration certificate, you can apply through the Udyam Registration Portal https://udyamregistration.gov.in/UdyamRegistration.aspx

Secondly, Documents and Information required for the Registration are as follows:

  • Business Name 
  • Type of Business Organization (Proprietorship Firm, Partnership firm, Pvt Ltd, etc.)
  • Proof of Business entity (Partnership Deed, Certificate of Incorporation (COI) along with MOA and AOA, etc.) 
  • Aadhaar Number of Individual, being the Applicant 
  • PAN of Individual, being the Applicant
  • Address of Premise to be registered
  • Business Activity
  • Bank Cheque or Passbook page for Bank Account Details
  • Investment Value
  • Turnover Value / Financial Statement
  • Income Tax Return, if any

Thirdly, the Steps to be followed for Registration

Step 1

Validate the Aadhar Number of the applicant through the OTP and Mobile Number on the Registration Portal.

Step 2

Fill out the Complete Application form with your Business details. Select the business activity of the entity carefully.

Step 3

Click on the Submit Option and enter the OTP received.

Step 4

You will get the UDYAM Registration details and certificate in your mailbox. 

The registration can be done by the applicant itself. There is no Government Fee involved while getting registered for UDYAM. Business Activity and Business Code need to be selected accurately while filling out the form. 

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About Author – Deepa Kaintura

I am a lawyer by profession. I am a legal consultant in TaxAcumen providing services to corporates about GST, Income Tax, ROC Compliances, etc. Having a practical exposure of GST, Income Tax and ROC Compliances, I love to share my knowledge with our readers about legal compliances.