Udyam Registration Certificate

The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) issues an e-certificate known as the Udyam registration certificate to MSMEs in India. The Udyam registration certificate is also known as the MSME registration certificate. The Ministry of MSME issues this certificate online to the entrepreneurs upon completing the MSME registration process.

Budget 2025 updates

• Revision of classification of MSMEs to include more businesses and companies under the purview of MSMEs.
• Micro-enterprises on the Udyam portal will get credit cards with a Rs. 5 lakh limit; 10 lakh cards will be issued in the first year.
• A new Rs. 10,000 crore Fund of Funds will be launched with an expanded scope.
• A scheme for 5 lakh women and SC/ST first-time entrepreneurs will offer term loans up to ₹2 crore over five years, along with online capacity building.

Udyam Registration Certificate

The Ministry of MSME issues an e-certificate known as the Udyam Registration Certificate to MSMEs in India. The Udyam registration certificate is known as the MSME registration certificate. The entrepreneurs receive the MSME registration certificate upon completion of the MSME registration process. The Udyam registration certificate has a QR Code through which the web page of the MSME can be accessed through the Udyam portal facilitating ease of business.

Features of Udyam Registration Certificate

• A permanent registration number is provided to MSMEs on the Udyam registration certificate.
• The Udyam registration certificate is an e-certificate issued on the email of the entrepreneur once the registration is done online.
• The Udyam registration certificate is valid till the existence of the enterprise; thus, it is not required to be renewed.
• An enterprise cannot apply for more than one MSME registration. Thus, all activities of the enterprise are covered in the Udyam registration certificate.
• A Udyam registration certificate is necessary to obtain loans from banks and benefits provided under various schemes to MSMEs.
• The Udyam registration certifies that an enterprise is covered under the MSME category.

How to Apply for a Udyam Registration Certificate?

• Visit the Udyam registration portal.
• On the homepage, click on the ‘For new entrepreneurs who are not registered yet as MSME or those with EM-II’ option.
• Enter the ‘Aadhaar Number’, and ‘Name of Entrepreneur’ and click on the ‘Validate & Generate OTP’ button. Enter the OTP sent to the Aadhaar-linked mobile number and validate the OTP.
• Enter the ‘Type of Organisation’, ‘PAN’ and click on the ‘Validate’ button. 
• Enter the details on the ‘Udyam Registration’ form and click ‘Submit and Get Final OTP’. Enter the OTP and submit the form.
• Entrepreneurs will get the Udyam registration certificate in the email.

Udyam Registration Processing Time and Fees

The Udyam Registration Certificate will be issued within two to four business days on the registered email ID of the applicant. There is no cost for MSME registration on the Udyam Registration Portal, and it is free of cost.

Udyam Registration Certificate Format

Benefits of Having a Udyam Registration Certificate

Below listed are the MSME registration benefits:

• Due to MSME Registration India, bank loans become cheaper as the interest rate is very low, around 1-1.5%, much lower than interest on regular loans
• It also allowed credit for minimum alternate tax (MAT) to be carried forward for up to 15 years instead of 10 years
• Once registered the cost of getting a patent done, or the cost of setting up the industry reduces as many rebates and concessions are available
• MSME registration helps to acquire government tenders easily as Udyam Registration Portal is integrated with Government e-Marketplace and various other State Government portals which give easy access to their marketplace and e-tenders
• There is a One Time Settlement Fee for non-paid amounts of MSME
• The MSME registration will help the MSMEs in availing the benefits of government schemes such as the Credit Guarantee Scheme, Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme, Public Procurement Policy, Protection against delayed payments, etc.
• MSMEs are eligible for priority sector lending from banks
• MSMEs get the benefit of a government security deposit waiver that is helpful while participating in e-tenders
• Any number of activities, including service or manufacturing or both, may be added or specified in one MSME registration
• Barcode registration subsidy
• Exemption scheme from direct taxes
• ISO certification fees reimbursement
• Electricity bills concession
• Special consideration in International trade fairs

Print Udyam Registration Certificate

Entrepreneurs can take a printout of the Udyam registration certificate by following the below steps:

Step 1: Visit the Udyam registration portal.

Step 2: Click the ‘Print/Verify’ option and select the ‘Print Udyam Certificate’ option.

Step 3: Enter the ‘Udyam Registration Number’, ‘Mobile’, choose the OTP option and click on the ‘Validate & Generate OTP’ button. 

Step 4: Enter the OTP received on the mobile/email and click on the ‘Validate OTP and Login’ button.

Step 5: After logging in, take a printout of the Udyam registration certificate.

Udyam Registration Certificate Verification

Entrepreneurs can verify their Udyam registration number by following the below steps:

Step 1: Visit the Udyam registration portal.

Step 2: Click on the ‘Print/Verify’ option and click on the ‘Verify Udyam Registration Number’ option.

Step 3: Enter the ‘Udyam Registration/Reference Number’, enter the captcha code and click on the ‘Verify’ button. 

Udyam Registration Certificate Download

Entrepreneurs can download their Udyam registration number by following the below steps:

Step 1: Visit the Udyam registration portal.

Step 2: Click the ‘Print/Verify’ option and select the ‘Print Udyam Certificate’ option.

Step 3: Enter the ‘Udyam Registration Number’, ‘Mobile’, choose the OTP option and click on the ‘Validate & Generate OTP’ button. 

Step 4: Enter the OTP received on the mobile/email and click on the ‘Validate OTP and Login’ button.

Step 5: After logging in, take a printout of the Udyam registration certificate.

Forgot Udyam Registration Number

When an entrepreneur has forgotten the Udyam registration number, he/she can get the registration number by following the below steps:

Step 1: Visit the Udyam registration portal.

Step 2: Click on the ‘Print/Verify’ option and click on the ‘Forgot Udyam/UAM No’ option.

Step 3: Choose the registration option as Udyam registration, choose the OTP option, enter the mobile number/email and click on the ‘Validate & Generate OTP’ button. 

Step 4: Enter the OTP received on the mobile/email and click on the ‘Validate OTP and Login’ button.

Step 5: After validation of the OTP, the Udyam registration number will be sent to the entrepreneur on the mobile/email as selected by the entrepreneur.

Udyam Registration Certificate Renewal

The Udyam Registration Certificate issued to enterprises after MSME Registration is valid for a lifetime. Thus, there is no requirement for Udyam Registration Certificate Renewal or Udyam Registration Renewal.

The Udyam registration certificate is an important document for MSME entrepreneurs to obtain the benefits provided to MSMEs. The Ministry of the MSME issues the Udyam registration certificate to those enterprises that fall under the MSME category. The Ministry of MSME gives an e-certificate and does not provide a hard copy after the MSME registration process is completed. The entrepreneurs can get a hand copy of the Udyam registration certificate by taking its printout from the Udyam registration portal.

Frequently Asked Questions 

What is the Udyam Registration Certificate?

Upon completion of MSME registration, MSMEs receive the MSME/Udyam Registration Certificate from the Ministry of MSME. This certificate contains the details of MSMEs and the 19-digit MSME Registration Number. 

Why is it important to get a Udyam Registration Certificate?

Though getting the Udyam Registration Certificate is not mandatory, it is beneficial for MSMEs to apply for an MSME Registration and get the Udyam Registration Certificate. When an enterprise has the Udyam Registration Certificate, they are eligible to obtain various benefits provided by the government to MSMEs.

Who is eligible for a Udyam Registration Certificate?

A proprietorship, partnership firm, company, trust or society with an annual investment below Rs.50 crore and annual turnover below Rs.250 crore can apply for MSME registration and obtain the Udyam Registration Certificate.

What are the documents required for applying for a Udyam Registration Certificate?

The documents required for applying for a Udyam Registration and obtaining a Udyam Registration Certificate are an Aadhaar card and a PAN card. GST registration is also required if the enterprises must obtain GST registration under the GST law.

How can I apply for a Udyam Registration Certificate?

When you complete the MSME registration, the Ministry of MSME will send you the Udyam Registration Certificate. You can apply for MSME Registration on the Udyam portal.

How long does it take to process a Udyam Registration Certificate application?

The Udyam Registration Certificate will be issued within two to four business days after applying for Udyam registration on the registered email ID of the applicant. 

What is the validity of the Udyam Registration Certificate?

The Udyam Registration Certificate is valid for a lifetime.

Do I need to renew my Udyam Registration Certificate?

Since the Udyam Registration Certificate is valid for a lifetime, you need not renew your Udyam Registration Certificate.

What should I do if I lose my Udyam Registration Certificate?

You can get the print of the Udyam Registration Certificate online if you lose it by following the below steps:

• Visit the Udyam portal.
• Click the ‘Print/Verify’ option and select the ‘Print Udyam Certificate’ option.
• Enter the ‘Udyam Registration Number’, ‘Mobile’, choose the OTP option and click on the ‘Validate & Generate OTP’ button. 
• Enter the OTP received on the mobile/email and click on the ‘Validate OTP and Login’ button.
• After logging in, take a printout of the Udyam registration certificate.

If you have forgotten your Udyam Registration Number, you can follow the below steps to get your Registration Number and then take a printout of the Udyam Registration Certificate:

• Visit the Udyam portal.
• Click on the ‘Print/Verify’ option and click on the ‘Forgot Udyam/UAM No’ option.
• Choose the registration option as Udyam registration, choose the OTP option, enter the mobile number/email and click on the ‘Validate & Generate OTP’ button. 
• Enter the OTP received on the mobile/email and click on the ‘Validate OTP and Login’ button.
• After validation of the OTP, the Udyam registration number will be sent to you on mobile/email.

What are some common mistakes to avoid while applying for a Udyam Registration Certificate?

Here are some of the common mistakes to avoid while applying for a Udyam Registration Certificate:

• Providing incorrect information on the MSME Registration Application on the Udyam portal.
• Mistakes in the Aadhaar and PAN number of the proprietor, partner or authorised signatory.
• Entering the wrong NIC code.
• Not checking the MSME eligibility criteria or applicability.
• Not selecting the right type of enterprise.

How can I download and print my Udyam Registration Certificate?

Follow the below process to download and print your Udyam Registration Certificate:

• Visit the Udyam portal.
• Click the ‘Print/Verify’ option and select the ‘Print Udyam Certificate’ option.
• Enter the ‘Udyam Registration Number’, ‘Mobile’, choose the OTP option and click on the ‘Validate & Generate OTP’ button. 
• Enter the OTP received on the mobile/email and click on the ‘Validate OTP and Login’ button.
• After logging in, take a printout of the Udyam registration certificate.

Is the Udyam certificate mandatory?

No. Though it is not mandatory, it is beneficial for MSMEs to get the Udyam Registration Certificate as they can obtain various benefits the government provides to MSMEs.

Is Udyam registration free?

Yes. The Udyam registration is free of cost on the Udyam portal.

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