Everything You Need to Know About Udyog Aadhaar
& Udyam Registration in 2025
Are you an entrepreneur or small business owner still wondering how Udyog Aadhar works or whether you should switch to Udyam Registration in 2025? You’re in the right place.
This comprehensive guide covers everything about the transition from Udyog Aadhaar to Udyam, how to update your MSME registration, benefits, eligibility, and step-by-step instructions for seamless compliance.
�� What is Udyog Aadhaar?
Udyog Aadhaar was introduced by the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in 2015 to simplify registration for small businesses. It allowed proprietors to self-certify their business details online using their Aadhaar number.
However, in July 2020, the government replaced Udyog Aadhaar with Udyam Registration to improve transparency and reduce fraud. As of March 31, 2022, all existing Udyog Aadhaar holders were required to migrate to the Udyam system to remain valid.
�� What is Udyam Registration?
Udyam Registration is the new and updated MSME registration process that is fully online, paperless, and integrated with key government databases like Income Tax, GST, and PAN.
Businesses are classified as:
● Micro: Investment < ₹1 crore & Turnover < ₹5 crore
● Small: Investment < ₹10 crore & Turnover < ₹50 crore
● Medium: Investment < ₹50 crore & Turnover < ₹250 crore
Your eligibility and classification under MSME are auto-verified through the government portals.
�� Why Transition from Udyog Aadhaar to Udyam is Mandatory
If you still use your old Udyog Aadhaar Certificate, it is no longer valid. Businesses that haven’t migrated risk losing out on:
● Government tenders
● Collateral-free bank loans under CGTMSE
● Subsidies, incentives, and priority sector lending
● Reimbursement of ISO certification expenses
● Tax benefits and startup grants
Migrating ensures your MSME status remains active and recognized by authorities.
✍ How to Register Under Udyam in 2025 (Step-byStep)
You can easily register your business through the official portal:
1. Gather Required Information
● Aadhaar number of the business owner
● PAN and GSTIN (mandatory for partnerships, LLPs, Pvt Ltd, etc.)
● Business details including address, bank account, and NIC activity code
2. Fill the Udyam Registration Form
Visit the Udyam Registration Portal and choose the appropriate form for:
● New Registration
● Migrating from Udyog Aadhaar
● Updating existing Udyam details
3. Submit & Verify
● Use OTP sent to the registered Aadhaar number for authentication.
● The system pulls data automatically from PAN and GST networks.
4. Receive MSME Certificate
Once verified, you’ll receive a digital Udyam Registration Certificate on your email, typically within a few hours.