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Udyam registration: how to do it yourself, for free

Udyam registration is the government's online registration for micro, small and medium businesses. It is free on the official portal. This guide walks you through the steps in plain words. It is not legal or tax advice, and it does not say whether you need to register.

Step 1: Open only the official website

The official portal is udyamregistration.gov.in. The address ends in gov.in. Registration on this portal is free, and the portal says no agent, app or private website is allowed to do it for you. If a website or person asks you for a fee to register, it is not the government. Do not pay.

Step 2: Keep your details ready

You will need the Aadhaar number of the owner (for a company or LLP, of the person who signs for it), a mobile number linked to that Aadhaar, and your PAN. If your business has a GST number, keep that ready too. The portal asks for PAN and GST details where they apply to you. You do not upload any documents. Also keep your bank account details, business address and a short description of what you do. The list can change, so read what the portal asks before you start.

Step 3: Start the registration

On the home page, choose the option for new registration. Enter the owner's Aadhaar number and name, and tick the consent box. You will get an OTP on the mobile number linked to Aadhaar. Enter it to continue. The next screen checks your PAN.

Step 4: Fill in the business details

Enter your PAN details, business name, type of business, address, start date and bank details. You will also choose the activity your business does. The portal shows a list to pick from. Read each field slowly. A wrong spelling now is annoying to fix later.

Step 5: Submit and save your certificate

After you submit, you get your Udyam Registration Number and a certificate. You do not need to renew it. Download it and keep a copy on your phone and in your email. If the portal shows a message you do not understand, use its help section or contact its official helpline.

The portal says a business "may" register, so most small businesses are not forced to. It helps when a bank, a scheme or a buyer asks for it. A micro enterprise means investment up to ₹2.5 crore and turnover up to ₹10 crore (from 1 April 2025). We do not give legal or tax advice. The official portal explains who can register. Other registrations may also apply to your business or state. Check the official portals or ask a professional.

Questions people ask

Is Udyam registration free?

Yes. Registration on the official portal, udyamregistration.gov.in, is free. You never need to pay anyone for the registration itself. FirmGenie does not offer Udyam registration help.

What do I need to register?

The owner's Aadhaar number with a linked mobile number, PAN, and GST details if you have GST, plus bank details and business details. You upload no documents. Check the official portal for the latest list, because it can change.

Do I have to pay someone to do it?

No. You can do it yourself on the official portal, for free.

Does registering guarantee loans or benefits?

No. We cannot promise any loan, subsidy or scheme benefit. The official portal and the relevant government departments explain what is available.

What to do next

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This guide is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Prices are + 18% GST. FirmGenie does not do Udyam registration, trademark search or filing, and does not register companies.