Your Udyam Registration Number (URN) is the most important identifier for your MSME. This guide breaks down its format, explains where to find it, how to verify it, and how it differs from the old UAM number.
An Udyam Registration Number, commonly abbreviated as URN, is a unique, permanent identification number assigned to every enterprise that completes the Udyam Registration process. Think of it as your business's MSME identity card number — a single reference that identifies your enterprise across all government systems, banks, and institutions in India.
The URN was introduced as part of the Udyam Registration system launched on 1 July 2020 by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. It replaced the earlier UAM (Udyog Aadhar Memorandum) number that was in use from 2015 to 2020. Unlike the UAM number, the URN is verified against government databases and carries much greater credibility and acceptance.
Every URN is unique across the entire country. No two enterprises can have the same URN, regardless of their location, sector, or size. Once assigned, the URN remains with your enterprise permanently — it does not expire, does not need renewal, and does not change even if your MSME classification moves from Micro to Small to Medium.
The URN appears prominently on your Udyam Certificate and is the primary number you will quote whenever you need to prove your MSME status for loans, government tenders, subsidies, or any other MSME benefit.
The Udyam Registration Number follows a specific, standardized format that encodes information about your enterprise's location. Understanding this format helps you verify whether a URN is genuine and correctly formatted.
Every URN consists of four parts separated by hyphens. Here is what each part means:
| Component | Example | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Prefix | UDYAM | Fixed prefix identifying this as an Udyam Registration Number. Always “UDYAM” in capital letters. |
| State Code | MH, DL, KA, etc. | Two-letter code representing the state where the enterprise is registered. MH = Maharashtra, DL = Delhi, KA = Karnataka, TN = Tamil Nadu, UP = Uttar Pradesh, and so on. |
| District Code | 01, 02, 15, etc. | Two-digit numeric code representing the district within the state where the enterprise is located. |
| Serial Number | 0000001 to 9999999 | Seven-digit unique serial number assigned sequentially to enterprises within that state-district combination. |
If someone presents you with a URN, here are quick checks to verify its format legitimacy:
However, format validity alone does not guarantee authenticity. Always verify the URN through the official portal, as described in the next section.
If you have completed Udyam Registration but cannot remember or locate your URN, here are all the places where you can find it.
The most obvious place. Your Udyam Registration Certificate displays the URN prominently at the top. If you downloaded or printed your certificate after registration, the number is right there. The certificate also has a QR code that encodes your URN and other registration details.
After completing registration, the system sends a confirmation email to the address you provided during the application. This email contains your URN along with basic registration details. Search your inbox (and spam folder) for emails from the Udyam portal.
An SMS is also sent to your registered mobile number containing your URN. Check your message history for messages from the Udyam portal. If you have changed your phone, this option may not be available.
Visit udyamregistration.gov.in and look for the “Print / Verify” option. You can retrieve your certificate by entering your Aadhaar number and verifying with an OTP. The system will pull up your existing registration and display your URN.
If you have not registered yet, or need assistance retrieving your Udyam Registration Number, our experts are here to help.
Get Your URN NowVerification of an Udyam Registration Number is important in several scenarios — when a vendor claims MSME status, when processing a loan application, or when verifying eligibility for a government tender. Here is how to verify any URN.
If the URN is valid, you will see complete enterprise information. If it is invalid or fake, the system will show an error message indicating that no registration exists for that number.
Every Udyam Certificate contains a QR code in the bottom section. Scanning this QR code with any smartphone camera or QR reader app takes you directly to the verification page with the enterprise details pre-loaded. This is the quickest way to verify a certificate's authenticity when you have the physical or digital certificate in front of you.
The MSME Databank (msmedatabank.in) also allows searching for registered enterprises. While not a direct URN verification tool, it can help confirm whether an enterprise with a specific name and location is registered in the Udyam system.
Many business owners who registered under the old Udyog Aadhar system still hold UAM numbers. Understanding the differences between UAM and URN is crucial, especially since UAM numbers are no longer valid for accessing government benefits.
| Feature | UAM Number (Old) | Udyam Registration Number (Current) |
|---|---|---|
| Format | State abbreviation + 7 digits (e.g., MH01A0012345) | UDYAM-XX-00-0000000 |
| Validity | No longer valid for MSME benefits | Permanent and currently valid |
| Verification | Self-declared, no government verification | Verified via CBDT and GST databases |
| Classification Basis | Investment only (self-declared) | Investment + Turnover (auto-verified) |
| Certificate | Basic certificate without QR code | Digital certificate with QR code verification |
| Updates | Manual re-registration required | Dynamic — auto-updates from ITR/GST data |
If you still have a UAM number and have not migrated to Udyam, you are missing out on MSME benefits. Banks and government agencies now require the Udyam Registration Number for processing any MSME-related applications. Visit our Udyog Aadhar to Udyam migration page for guidance on transitioning.
Your URN is not just a number — it is the key that unlocks a wide range of benefits and opportunities for your business. Here are the primary situations where you will need your Udyam Registration Number.
When applying for any MSME loan product, banks require your URN as proof of MSME status. This includes priority sector lending, MUDRA loans, CGTMSE collateral-free loans, and any credit facility that offers preferential rates for MSMEs. The bank verifies your URN directly through the Udyam database before processing your application.
Government e-procurement portals like GeM (Government e-Marketplace) require your URN for registration as an MSME seller. Many tenders reserve 25% of procurement value for MSMEs, and your URN is mandatory to participate in these reserved categories. Without a valid URN, you cannot claim MSME status on any government procurement platform.
Whether you are applying for technology upgradation subsidies under CLCSS, marketing support under the MSME Marketing Assistance Scheme, or any other government scheme for MSMEs, your URN is the first thing the application asks for. It serves as instant verification of your eligibility.
Under the MSMED Act, registered MSMEs are protected against delayed payments from buyers. If a buyer does not pay within 45 days, they owe compound interest. To invoke this protection, you need to be registered under Udyam and provide your URN as proof.
Various tax benefits are available exclusively for registered MSMEs, including reduced rates under certain state schemes and exemptions under specific central government programs. Your URN is required to claim these benefits with the tax authorities.
Beyond formal requirements, having a URN adds credibility to your business. It tells clients, suppliers, and partners that your enterprise is officially recognized by the Government of India, that your financial information has been verified, and that you operate within the established MSME framework.
Losing track of your Udyam Registration Number is more common than you might think, especially for businesses that registered early and did not save the details properly. The good news is that your URN is permanently stored in government databases and can always be retrieved.
If the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar has changed since registration, you will first need to update your mobile number in Aadhaar at an Aadhaar enrolment centre. After updating, wait 48 hours for the change to propagate through the system, and then attempt the recovery process.
An Udyam Registration Number (URN) is a unique, permanent identification number assigned to an enterprise upon completing Udyam Registration. It follows the format UDYAM-XX-00-0000000, where XX is the state code, 00 is the district code, and the remaining digits are a unique serial number. It serves as your official MSME identity across all government and financial systems.
Your URN is displayed prominently on your Udyam Registration Certificate. You can also find it in the confirmation email sent after registration, or by logging into the Udyam portal with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and selecting the Print/Verify Certificate option.
Visit udyamregistration.gov.in and look for the Print/Verify option. Enter the URN and it will show the registered enterprise details including name, category, address, and NIC codes. You can also scan the QR code on the certificate for instant verification using any smartphone camera.
The UAM (Udyog Aadhar Memorandum) number was the old MSME identification that has been replaced by the Udyam Registration Number since July 2020. UAM numbers are no longer valid for accessing government MSME benefits. If you still have a UAM number, you must migrate to Udyam Registration to get a valid URN.
If you have lost your URN, visit the Udyam portal and use the Forgot URN or Print Certificate option. You will need to enter your Aadhaar number and verify with an OTP. The system will retrieve your existing registration and allow you to view and download your certificate with the URN. You can also check your old emails or SMS messages.
No, the Udyam Registration Number is permanent and does not expire. Once assigned, it remains valid for the lifetime of your enterprise. However, your MSME classification (Micro, Small, or Medium) may change dynamically based on updated investment and turnover figures from your ITR and GST filings. The number itself stays the same.
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