Quick answer
Is Udyam registration free?
Yes. Udyam registration on the official portal, udyamregistration.gov.in, is free; the portal itself says the registration process is totally free. An Aadhaar number is enough to begin. Any site that asks for a government fee is not the official portal. Consultants may charge for their help, but there is no government charge.
- Government fee: ₹0 on udyamregistration.gov.in
- Micro: investment up to ₹2.5 crore, turnover up to ₹10 crore
- Limits revised from 1 April 2025 (S.O. 1364(E))
- PAN and GSTIN details required since 1 April 2021
What is Udyam registration, and is it the same as MSME registration?
Udyam registration is the official way to register a micro, small or medium enterprise in India, so "MSME registration" and "Udyam registration" mean the same thing today. You file online, get a Udyam Registration Number and an e-certificate, and your enterprise is classified as micro, small or medium.
The classification is based on two numbers: investment in plant, machinery or equipment, and annual turnover. The enterprise must stay within both limits for its category. When either number crosses the limit, the category moves up.
Proprietorships, partnership firms, LLPs and companies can all register. In a proprietorship, the proprietor's Aadhaar is used; for a firm, LLP or company, the authorised partner's or director's Aadhaar is used along with the entity's PAN.
What are the MSME limits from 1 April 2025?
From 1 April 2025 a micro enterprise can invest up to ₹2.5 crore with turnover up to ₹10 crore; small goes to ₹25 crore and ₹100 crore; medium goes to ₹125 crore and ₹500 crore. These limits replaced the older ones under S.O. 1364(E) dated 21 March 2025.
| Category | Investment in plant, machinery or equipment | Annual turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Micro | Up to ₹2.5 crore | Up to ₹10 crore |
| Small | Up to ₹25 crore | Up to ₹100 crore |
| Medium | Up to ₹125 crore | Up to ₹500 crore |
Source: udyamregistration.gov.in (S.O. 1364(E), 21 March 2025), checked October 2026. Some well-known registration websites still show the old micro limits of ₹1 crore and ₹5 crore.
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Who should get MSME registration?
Any manufacturing or service business that fits the limits above can register, and most small businesses benefit from having the certificate on file. It costs nothing and is quick if your PAN, GST and bank details are in order.
Reasons Delhi owners register:
- Bank and NBFC loans. Lenders often ask for the Udyam certificate to treat a borrower as an MSME.
- Buyer onboarding. Large companies and PSUs ask vendors for Udyam details when setting them up.
- Lower trademark fee. IP India charges small enterprises ₹4,500 per class instead of ₹9,000 for trademark registration.
- Tenders and schemes. Many government schemes and procurement rules refer to Udyam status, so the number is asked for in forms.
Freelancers and home-based service providers can also register if they run a business activity under their PAN. If you have not yet set up a formal entity, read our page on proprietorship registration first.
What documents do you need for Udyam registration?
You need an Aadhaar number linked to a mobile for OTP, the enterprise's PAN, the GSTIN, bank account details, and your investment and turnover figures. No document uploads are usually asked for, but the details must match your tax records.
| Item | Whose | Why it is asked |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar number with linked mobile | Proprietor, managing partner or director | OTP verification of the applicant |
| PAN | The enterprise (or proprietor) | Required since 1 April 2021 |
| GSTIN | The enterprise | Required since 1 April 2021, as stated on the portal |
| Bank account number and IFSC | The enterprise | Recorded on the certificate |
| Main activity and NIC code | The enterprise | Describes what the business does |
| Investment and turnover figures | The enterprise | Decides micro, small or medium |
| Number of employees and address of units | The enterprise | Recorded on the registration |
Based on udyamregistration.gov.in, checked October 2026. If your business is not registered under GST, read the portal's note on GSTIN before applying.
How to apply for Udyam registration on the official portal
The whole process runs on one government website and takes under an hour when your details are ready. Type the address yourself rather than clicking an ad.
- 1
Open the official portal
Go to udyamregistration.gov.in and choose the option for new entrepreneurs not yet registered.
- 2
Verify Aadhaar
Enter the Aadhaar number and name, then the OTP sent to the linked mobile.
- 3
Validate PAN
Enter the organisation type and PAN; the portal checks it against tax records.
- 4
Fill enterprise details
Add the address, bank details, NIC activity code, employees, investment and turnover.
- 5
Submit with final OTP
Submit the form; the Udyam Registration Number is issued and the e-certificate follows.
Udyam registration fees: what does it actually cost?
The government charges nothing for Udyam registration. You pay only if you hire someone to fill the form for you. Online platforms advertise packages from about ₹2,899 plus government fees (seen October 2026), even though the government fee is zero.
| Item | Amount | Who charges it |
|---|---|---|
| Government fee on the official portal | ₹0 | Ministry of MSME |
| Advertised online packages | From about ₹2,899 | Private platforms |
| Fixed quote through CA in Delhi | Shared before work starts | Listed firm |
Government fee: udyamregistration.gov.in ("Registration Process is totally free"). Market rate seen on a national platform, October 2026.
How do you spot a fake Udyam registration website?
The only official site is udyamregistration.gov.in. Sites with names like "Udyam Registrar" or "MSME certificate online" that ask for payment are private, and some look official enough to mislead first-time applicants.
- Check that the address ends in .gov.in before entering Aadhaar details.
- Ignore search ads that promise an "instant MSME certificate" for a fee.
- The real portal never asks for a government fee or card payment.
- If you paid a private site, check that the certificate it gave you shows a valid Udyam number that verifies on the official portal.
Research for this page found a free website-builder page posing as a Udyam registrar. Report such sites, and never share an Aadhaar OTP with a stranger on the phone.
MSME registration in Delhi: what is different?
Nothing in the form changes for Delhi; the portal is national. What matters locally is that the 2025 limits fit Delhi's business mix well. A Wazirpur steel unit or a Narela food processor with machinery under ₹2.5 crore and sales under ₹10 crore is now micro, not small, which can change how lenders and buyers see it.
Owners in industrial pockets such as Wazirpur, Okhla and Narela often registered years ago under the old limits. It is worth checking that your Udyam record shows current turnover and investment. Units near our office can read the CA in Wazirpur page.
Wholesalers in Chandni Chowk and Sadar Bazar usually have GST in place, which makes the Udyam form straightforward. Those not yet on GST should sort out GST registration first if their turnover requires it.
What should you do after registering?
Keep the Udyam details current. When your investment, turnover, address, bank or activity changes, update the record on the same portal so the certificate matches your books and tax filings.
Three habits that save trouble later:
- Download and save the e-certificate PDF and share it with your bank and main buyers.
- Review the category each year after your accounts close; growth can move you from micro to small.
- Keep books that support the figures you declared. Our accounting and bookkeeping page explains what a monthly bookkeeping service covers.
How CA in Delhi helps with Udyam registration
Most owners can file Udyam themselves on the free portal. We step in when figures are unclear, when an old registration needs correcting, or when Udyam is one part of a larger setup involving GST, a trademark or a bank loan file.
Moneymji, at Pearls Business Park in Netaji Subhash Place, handles business registration and compliance packages. You can see what each listed firm covers on our CA firms in Delhi page. We confirm a fixed fee with you in writing before any form is filled.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between MSME and Udyam registration?
There is no practical difference now. MSME is the category of enterprise; Udyam is the name of the online registration that records an enterprise as micro, small or medium. When a bank or buyer asks for your MSME certificate, they mean the Udyam e-certificate.
What are MSME registration charges?
The government charges ₹0 on udyamregistration.gov.in. Private platforms advertise paid packages, some from about ₹2,899 (seen October 2026), for doing the filing for you. Paying a consultant is optional; paying a "government fee" to any website is a red flag.
Is Aadhaar enough for Udyam registration?
The official portal says Aadhaar is enough to start. You still enter the enterprise's PAN, and the portal states that PAN and GSTIN details are required from 1 April 2021. The Aadhaar must belong to the proprietor, managing partner or authorised director, with the linked mobile handy for OTP.
What is an NIC code in the Udyam form?
The NIC code is the National Industrial Classification code that describes your business activity, such as a type of manufacturing or service. You pick it from a list in the Udyam form. Choose the codes that match your real activities; you can add more than one.
Has the micro enterprise limit changed?
Yes. From 1 April 2025 a micro enterprise can have investment up to ₹2.5 crore and turnover up to ₹10 crore. The earlier limits were ₹1 crore and ₹5 crore. Some websites still show the old figures, so check the date on any page you rely on.
Why are banks asking for my Udyam certificate?
Lenders use the Udyam certificate to confirm that a borrower is an MSME, which can affect how the loan is handled and which schemes you can apply under. Without it, the bank may treat you as a general business borrower. Keep the PDF ready when applying for a loan or renewal.
Can a trader or shop owner register under Udyam?
Traders often ask this. If your business has a PAN and fits the investment and turnover limits, try the portal's eligibility flow and read its current guidance for trading activity. A professional can check the right NIC code before you submit.
What happens if my turnover crosses the micro limit?
Your category moves up. If turnover goes above ₹10 crore or investment above ₹2.5 crore, you fall into the small band, as long as you stay within ₹100 crore and ₹25 crore. Update the record so your certificate shows the right category.
Is MSME registration in Delhi done at a government office?
No. MSME registration in Delhi is entirely online on the national Udyam portal; there is no office visit and no paper form. You can do it from your phone. Delhi offices only come into the picture for specific schemes or disputes, not for the registration itself.