How to Register on Udyam (MSME Registration)
At a glance
Cost
Free
Timeline
Instant - 2 working days
Difficulty
Easy
If your business qualifies as a Micro, Small, or Medium Enterprise, you can register for free on the government's Udyam portal. The process is entirely online, takes about 15 minutes, and you get your Udyam Registration Number immediately. No paperwork, no fees, no agent needed.
Udyam registration replaced the older Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM) in July 2020. If you had a UAM, you need to re-register on the new portal to keep your benefits active.
Who Qualifies?
The government classifies MSMEs based on investment in plant and machinery and annual turnover:
Micro
Investment up to Rs 1 Cr
Turnover up to Rs 5 Cr
Small
Investment up to Rs 10 Cr
Turnover up to Rs 50 Cr
Medium
Investment up to Rs 50 Cr
Turnover up to Rs 250 Cr
Both manufacturing and service enterprises are eligible under the same limits since the 2020 revision.
What are the benefits of Udyam/MSME registration?
Key takeaway
Priority bank lending
Collateral-free loans
Payment protection
Tender preference
Lower trademark fees
Subsidy schemes
Good to Know
Udyam registration is based on self-declaration. You do not need any documents to upload during registration. The portal pulls data from your Aadhaar and Income Tax (PAN) records automatically.
What You Need Before You Start
Udyam Registration Checklist
- Aadhaar number of the proprietor/managing partner/authorised signatory
- PAN of the business entity (or personal PAN for proprietorships)
- Business name and type (manufacturing or service)
- Address of the main plant or office
- Bank account details (IFSC code and account number)
- Number of employees and investment figures
- NIC code for your business activity (the portal helps you find it)
How to Register on the Udyam Portal
- 1
Go to the Udyam Registration portal
Visit udyamregistration.gov.in and pick new registration or re-registration if you had UAM.
- 2
Verify your Aadhaar
Enter Aadhaar and name; verify OTP on the linked mobile. For companies/LLPs, use the authorised signatory's Aadhaar plus the organisation's PAN and GSTIN.
- 3
Fill in business details
Add name, type (manufacturing/service), address, commencement date, bank details, headcount, and the correct NIC code from the dropdown.
- 4
Declare investment and turnover
Declare investment in plant/machinery or equipment and annual turnover—the portal classifies you as Micro, Small, or Medium.
- 5
Submit and get your Udyam number
Review and submit—your Udyam Registration Number (e.g. UDYAM-XX-00-0000000) generates immediately; download or print the certificate on the portal.
One Enterprise, One Udyam Number
Each enterprise gets only one Udyam number, regardless of how many activities, products, or locations it has. If you have multiple businesses, each legally separate entity needs its own registration.
What should you do after Udyam registration?
Keep your details updated
Use your Udyam number everywhere
Explore schemes you now qualify for
Official Resources
- Udyam Registration Portal (official registration site)
- Ministry of MSME (schemes, policies, and updates)
- CHAMPIONS Portal (grievance redressal and handholding for MSMEs)
Frequently Asked Questions
Government schemes you may qualify for
Based on this guide, these schemes could benefit your business.
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