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Udyam registration
Registers you as a micro, small or medium enterprise. Here is who needs it, the official fee, the documents and the steps to apply.
Fees last checked: 28 Oct 2026
The short answer
Registers you as a micro, small or medium enterprise. Here is who needs it, the official fee, the documents and the steps to apply. Key facts: Official fee: Free (no government fee); Issued by: Ministry of MSME; Time and validity: Same day (Valid: Lifetime).
Source: udyamregistration.gov.in, checked 27 Sep 2026.
Official fee Checked on 27 Sep 2026 Source
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What is Udyam (MSME) registration?
Registers you as a micro, small or medium enterprise.
Who needs it?
Optional for all businesses. Unlocks MSME schemes and the lower trademark fee.
Official fee
Free (no government fee)
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Free. Gets you the lower trademark fee, MSME loan schemes and protection against delayed payments.
Documents to keep ready
- Aadhaar of the owner or partner
- PAN
- GSTIN, if you have one
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at udyamregistration.gov.in.
- Pay the official fee: Free (no government fee).
- Wait for the result. Usual time: Same day.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Lifetime.
Where to apply
Ministry of MSME. Apply on the official portal: udyamregistration.gov.in.
Govt License is not a government website. We never take government fees or apply for you.
After you apply
What to do once the form is submitted: where to track it, how long it takes, why it gets rejected and what the law says if you do not have it.
Track your application
Typical time
The certificate is issued online after you submit. The portal does not state a fixed time.
Not officially verified
If you operate without it
There is no penalty for not having Udyam registration. It is voluntary for new businesses and free. But giving false information on purpose can attract a penalty.
Law: MSMED Act, 2006, section 8 (filing is at the owner's discretion) and the Udyam portal penalty notice referring to section 27
Checked on 5 Oct 2026 Source
Common reasons for rejection and how to fix them
| Reason | How to fix it |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar number or name does not match, or the OTP goes to a mobile not linked to Aadhaar | Link your current mobile number with Aadhaar, then apply again. |
| PAN details do not match the name or type of the business | Enter the PAN exactly as on the PAN card and use the correct organisation type. |
| Activity or business details are filled in wrongly | Choose the activity and details that match your real work. You can update them later on the portal. |
Not officially verified
Govt License is an independent guide. Fines and rules change, so confirm on the official portal. Items marked Not officially verified could not be checked on an official page.
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