The Udyam Registration Certificate is an essential document for Indian Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Not only does this certificate confirm the official existence of your company, but it also invites you to government schemes and advantages. But sometimes, unfortunately, this certificate gets lost or destroyed. In that case, don't worry because you can simply reprint it from the online portal.

In this article, we will learn in very simple words how to obtain a lost or damaged Udyam Certificate once again.

Why is the Udyam Certificate Significant?

The Udyam Certificate is significant for any MSME for numerous reasons:

• It is the official business identification.

• With it, you can avail government schemes, subsidies, and loans.

• This certificate is desired as an influential document in bank loans, tenders, or other official activities.

• It provides a secure identity to your company.

This is the reason that if this certificate is lost or damaged, it needs to be reissued urgently.

When do we need to re-issue the Udyam Certificate?

• If your original one is lost.

• If the certificate is torn or damaged.

• If you have to print many copies for submission to banks, loans, or government offices.

How to re-print the Udyam Certificate?

It's a very easy process, and you can do it from your laptop or mobile, sitting at home.

Step-by-step process

1. Visit the Udyam Registration Portal

2. Choose the Print/Download option

• The "Print Certificate" option will appear on the homepage. Click on it.

3. Provide the Udyam Registration Number

• You need to enter your personal information, like your name, mobile number, your Udyam Registration Number (URN), etc. URN is a 19-digit unique number that was sent while registering.

4. Choose Mobile or Email

• Now you need to select if you want the OTP on your registered mobile number or registered email ID.

5. Enter OTP

• An OTP (One Time Password) will be received at your chosen option. Enter it and click on "Validate."

6. Download Certificate

• Once you enter the OTP accurately, the Udyam Certificate will appear on your screen.

• Now you can download it as a PDF file and also take a printout if necessary.

How to proceed if you have lost the Udyam Registration Number?

Several times, people tend to forget their Udyam Registration Number (URN). In this case, there is also no need to be worried.

• There is a "Forgot Udyam Registration Number" option on the portal.

• You need to enter your Aadhaar number or registered mobile number/email here.

• OTP will reach your registered contact.

• Once OTP is entered, your URN number will be displayed on the screen.

You can now print the certificate again with the assistance of this number.

Advantages of printing the Udyam Certificate

• Availability at any time: You can download and print again and again as and when you require it.

• Use in government schemes: It will always be helpful for availing subsidies, loans, and other advantages.

• Banking and tenders: You can use a copy while applying for a bank loan or tender.

• Business identification: You will always possess a virtual record of your business.

A few important points to remember

• The internet connection must be stable while downloading the certificate.

• Feed the correct OTP; otherwise, the process will not be achieved.

• If your mobile number or email address has changed, then it needs to be registered on the portal initially.

• Always store a soft copy (PDF) of the certificate securely in your email or pen drive.

You Can Apply for Cancel Udyam Registration Through Udyam Portal

Conclusion

Lost or destroyed Udyam Certificates are not a major issue. The government has made it so simple that you can download and re-print it within a few minutes. You simply need to recall your Udyam Registration Number, registered mobile number, or email. 

This will save your time, and you can avail government schemes, loans, subsidies, and other facilities without any trouble.

And if your certificate is lost, do not worry; with the simple steps outlined above, you may obtain it again instantly.