NSIC Registration in Ahmedabad, Gujarat

What is the Eligibility Criteria for NSIC Registration?

• All Micro Enterprises that have invested up to INR 1 crore in plant and machinery or turnover  upto 5 crore.
• Small Enterprises that have invested up to INR 10 crore in plant and machinery or turnover upto INR 50 crore.
• All Enterprises with an MSME Certificate.
• Have been in operation for a full year.
• Newly register company can apply for provisional certificate.

Who can benefit from an NSIC Registration?

How Does NSIC Work?

Those Who Have Been Producing for One Year

Micro and small Enterprises that are in continuous production of stores for one year, who own workshops of their own or on a lease basis, and have the commercial and technical competence to produce stores/provide services for supply to Government Departments such as DGS&D, Railways, Defense, P&T, Central/State Government Departments and Central/State Government Public Sector Undertakings, etc. conforming to BIS or such standards as required by the Government buying agencies.

Those in Production for Less Than a Year

Step 1: Obtain Your Udyam Registration Number

Before applying for NSIC registration, you must first register as an MSME on the Udyam portal.

• Visit udyamregistration.gov.in
  
• Register using your PAN and other required details
  
• After successful registration, you’ll receive a Udyam Registration Certificate
  
• Keep this certificate ready for the next steps

Step 2: Create Your Profile on the MSME DataBank Portal

Once you have your Udyam Registration:

• Log in to the MSME DataBank using your Udyam number and PAN
  
• Complete your business profile with information on:
  
  • Products or services offered
    
  • Plant and machinery details
    
  • Past business performance
    
• This step is mandatory for proceeding with NSIC registration
  

Step 3: Submit the NSIC Application via SPRS Portal

Now you’re ready to apply for NSIC registration:

• Visit the official NSIC website and go to the Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS) section
  
• Click on “Fresh Online Application”
  
• Fill in the seven-part application form with details such as:
  
  • Company profile
    
  • Annual turnover
    
  • Items/products for registration
    
• Upload the required documents in the specified format
  
• Pay the applicable registration fee:
  
  • Micro enterprises enjoy lower fees than small enterprises
    
  • A refundable security deposit may also be required
    
• After submission, you will receive a unique SPR Reference Number to track your application
  

Step 4: Undergo Third-Party Technical Inspection

NSIC will assign an authorized inspection agency (e.g., RITES Ltd. or CDC) to:

• Visit your business premises
  
• Verify machinery, infrastructure, and records
• Ensure all submitted details match your actual setup

The inspection report plays a critical role in the approval process.

NSIC Registration Fees: A Complete Breakdown

The NSIC registration process includes three main types of fees, all determined by your enterprise’s annual turnover:

1. Government Registration Fee

This fee is based on the size and turnover of your business:

• Micro Enterprises
  
  • ₹3,000 for turnover up to ₹1 crore
    
  • Additional ₹1,500 for every extra ₹1 crore of turnover
    
• Small Enterprises
  
  • ₹5,000 for turnover up to ₹1 crore
    
  • Additional ₹2,000 for every extra ₹1 crore of turnover

2. Inspection Fee (Payable to Inspection Agency)

This fee covers the cost of the third-party technical inspection:

• ₹2,000 for Micro Enterprises
  
• ₹3,000 for Small Enterprises
  

The fee is paid directly to authorized inspection agencies such as RITES Ltd. or CDC.

3. Professional Fee (NSIC Service Charge)

This is charged by NSIC for facilitating the registration and processing the inspection report:

• ₹6,000 for Micro Enterprises
  
• ₹8,000 for Small Enterprises
  

Important Notes:

• All fees are subject to applicable GST or other taxes.
  
• These are official government fees. If you choose to hire a private consultant or agency for assistance, their charges are separate and not governed by NSIC.

Concessions and Discounts Offered by NSIC

To promote inclusivity and support underrepresented groups and regions, NSIC offers several concessions on registration fees and financial support schemes:

1. SC/ST-Owned Enterprises

Enterprises owned by individuals from Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes are eligible for a highly subsidized registration fee:

• Only ₹100 + GST
  
• Applicable for financial years 2021–22 to 2025–26
  

2. North Eastern Region (NER) Enterprises

Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) located in India’s North Eastern states enjoy:

• 20% discount on NSIC registration fees
  
• Note: Inspection fees remain unchanged
  

3. Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS)

This scheme is designed to support SC/ST-owned MSEs by:

• Offering a 25% capital subsidy on institutional loans
  
• Applicable for both new and existing businesses
  
• Aimed at easing the cost of acquiring plant and machinery, thus enabling business expansion and modernization

Additional Document Requirements Based on Business Type

When applying for NSIC registration, certain business entities need to submit extra documents along with the standard set. Here’s what’s required:

A. For Partnerships and LLPs

Partnership Firms:

• Partnership Deed
  
• General Power of Attorney (as per the specified annexure)

   

Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs):

• LLP Agreement (Form 3)
  
• Form 4 (Details of partners and any changes)
  
• Form 2 (Registered office address details)

   

B. For Private and Public Limited Companies

In addition to the general documents, companies must provide:

• Company Constitution: Memorandum and Articles of Association (MoA & AoA)
  
• Director Details: List of directors with their respective shareholding
  
• Authorization: Board resolution authorizing the submission of the NSIC application

Who Is Not Eligible for NSIC Registration?

The NSIC Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS) is specifically designed for manufacturing and service-based enterprises. Certain types of businesses, however, are not eligible to apply under this scheme:

1. Trading Units

Businesses engaged exclusively in trading activities—such as wholesale, retail, or commission-based operations—are not eligible. The SPRS is intended to support production and service-oriented enterprises only.

2. Manufacturers of Certain Products

Enterprises involved in the manufacture of allopathic medicines and drugs are excluded from the scheme.

• However, manufacturers of Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathic products can apply.
  

3. Blacklisted Enterprises

MSEs that have been blacklisted or debarred by any government department or agency are not eligible for NSIC registration until the ban is officially lifted.

4. Criminal Convictions

If any owner, partner, or director of the business has a criminal record—particularly related to fraud, financial crimes, or other serious offenses—the unit is disqualified from registration.

Benefits of an NSIC Certificate