Udyam registration is free. How to spot fake websites
Udyam (MSME) registration costs nothing on the official site, udyamregistration.gov.in. You need only Aadhaar and PAN, and no documents are uploaded. Websites that charge a fee for “Udyam” or “MSME certificate” are private agents, not the government.
How to register for free
- Open udyamregistration.gov.in. Check the address ends in .gov.in.
- Choose “For new entrepreneurs”.
- Verify the owner’s Aadhaar with an OTP, then the business PAN.
- Fill in the business details, activity and bank account.
- Submit and download your Udyam e-certificate.
How to spot a fake site
- The address does not end in .gov.in
- It asks for a payment, “processing fee” or “consultancy fee”
- It promises a “government-approved” certificate faster for money
- Its name copies the official one with a small change
Why register
Udyam registration helps with priority-sector bank loans, government tenders, protection against delayed payments from buyers, and many state schemes for small businesses.
Documents you need
- Aadhaar of the owner, partner or director
- PAN of the business
- GSTIN, if the business has one
Questions
I already paid a website. What now?
Check whether you got a real Udyam number. If not, report the site at cybercrime.gov.in or call 1930, and register yourself for free.
Does the Udyam certificate expire?
No, it has no expiry. Update the details when your business changes.
Sarkaam is an independent service, not a government website. Rules and fees change, so always confirm on the official website before you apply.
