Government recognition of Micro, Small or Medium Enterprises.
Udyam (formerly MSME / Udyog Aadhaar) is free, Aadhaar-based, takes 30 minutes. Unlocks collateral-free loans up to ₹2 cr (CGTMSE), 50% subsidy on patent/trademark fees, MSME tender preference, SAMADHAAN delayed-payment recovery. Permanent validity.
Any small / medium business — proprietor, partnership, LLP, company.