Last updated: March 12th, 2020 11:52 AM

Who can Apply for MSME Registration?

MSME registration or Udyog Aadhaar can be obtained by any type of business entity. Proprietorships, Hindu Undivided Family, Partnership Firm, One Person Company, Limited Liability Partnership, Private Limited Company, Limited Company, Producer Company, any association of persons, co-operative societies or any other undertaking can obtain MSME registration in India. Small businesses having MSME registration enjoy various benefits under the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006. Hence, it is recommended that all small businesses obtain MSME registration or Udyog Aadhaar after starting up.

Criteria for applying for MSME Registration

Only those entities that can be classified as a micro, small or medium enterprise under the following criteria as per the MSMED Act, 2006 is eligible to obtain MSME registration or Udyog Aadhaar: In case of entities engaged in manufacturing or production of goods: Micro enterprise: Any entity wherein the investment in plant and machinery does not exceed rupees twenty five lakhs. Small enterprise: Any entity wherein the investment in plant and machinery does not exceed rupees five crores but also more than rupees twenty five lakhs. Medium enterprise: Any entity wherein the investment in plant and machinery does not exceed rupees ten crores but also more than rupees five crores. In case of entities engaged in providing or rendering of services: Micro enterprise: Any entity wherein the investment in equipment does not exceed rupees ten lakhs. Small enterprise: Any entity wherein the investment in equipment does not exceed rupees two crores but also more than rupees ten lakhs. Medium enterprise: Any entity wherein the investment in equipment does not exceed rupees five crores but also more than rupees two crores.

When to apply for MSME registration?

Obtaining MSME registration or Udyog Aadhaar is not mandatory and is at the sole discretion of the Entrepreneur. However, it is recommended that most businesses obtain MSME registration right after registration to enjoy various benefits like protection against delayed payments under the MSMED Act.