MSME/Udyam Registration Guide — Benefits, Process & Documents
By Parul Singh, GST Practitioner · Business
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Udyam registration is free and takes 10 minutes, but 70% of eligible Delhi businesses have not done it.
Udyam Registration (replacing the old Udyog Aadhaar) is the government's free online registration for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. It unlocks a range of benefits.
Classification
| Category | Investment | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Micro | Up to ₹1 crore | Up to ₹5 crore |
| Small | Up to ₹10 crore | Up to ₹50 crore |
| Medium | Up to ₹50 crore | Up to ₹250 crore |
Benefits
- Priority lending from banks (up to 20% above base rate)
- Interest subsidy on loans
- Protection against delayed payments (buyer must pay within 45 days)
- Preference in government tenders
- Subsidy for ISO certification
- Credit Guarantee Fund Scheme coverage
Udyam registration is completely free and can be done online at udyamregistration.gov.in using Aadhaar and PAN.