Single Point Registration Scheme
Free tenders + EMD exemption + price preference · micro & small enterprises India
Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) with Udyam Registration can register with NSIC to access government tenders, procurement opportunities, and key policy benefits under the Single Point Registration Scheme. Registered MSEs get free tender documents, exemption from Earnest Money Deposits, and priority under the government's mandatory 25% procurement target for MSEs. Apply online at nsic.co.in.
About This Scheme
Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) with Udyam Registration can register with NSIC to access government tenders, procurement opportunities, and key policy benefits under the Single Point Registration Scheme. Registered MSEs get free tender documents, exemption from Earnest Money Deposits, and priority under the government's mandatory 25% procurement target for MSEs. Apply online at nsic.co.in.
Full official description
The scheme “Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS)” was started by the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC), Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) for Micro & Small Enterprises (MSEs) to participate in Government Purchases. The units enlisted under this scheme of NSIC are eligible to get the benefits under the Public Procurement Policy for Micro & Small Enterprises (MSEs) Order 2012 as notified by the Government of India, Ministry of Micro Small & Medium Enterprises, New Delhi vide Gazette Notification dated 23.03.2012 and amendment vide order no. S.O. 5670(E) dated 9th November 2018.
Benefits
- Free tender documents from government departments and PSUs
- Exemption from Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) on all government bids
- Price preference: MSEs quoting within L1+15% can supply up to 25% of the order at L1 price
- Government departments must buy at least 25% of their requirements from MSEs; 4% reserved for SC/ST-owned and 3% for women-owned MSEs
- Access to 358 items reserved exclusively for the MSE sector
- Certificate valid for 2 years; 50% discount on renewal fees if renewed before expiry
💡 Why Startups Should Care
For MSEs wanting government contracts, this registration removes major participation costs (tender fees, EMD) and gives a genuine pricing advantage — letting you compete for large government orders that would otherwise favor bigger players.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a Micro or Small Enterprise (MSE) with a valid Udyam Registration number
- Must also be registered in the MSME Data Bank
- Startups that have started production but are less than 1 year old can get provisional registration (monetary limit ₹5 lakh, valid for 1 year)
- Traders (wholesale, retail, or commission agents) are not eligible
- Enterprises that are blacklisted or whose owners have criminal convictions are not eligible
Exclusions
- MSEs engaged in certain excluded activities are not eligible for registration
How to Apply
- Visit the Udyam Registration website and ensure your Udyam registration is active.
- Apply for Single Point Registration with NSIC.
- Submit PAN card, Udyam registration, and plant & machinery details.
- Provide ownership documents for your premises.
- On registration, participate in government tenders with the scheme's benefits.
Frequently Asked Questions
When the Government of India launched the Central Government Stores Purchase Programme?
The Government of India launched the Central Government Stores Purchase Programme in 1955.
When the Single Point Registration Scheme was evolved by Government of India and what was the objective of Single Point Registration Scheme?
The Single Point Registration Scheme was introduced in 1976 with the objective to avoid the multiple registration.
What are the benefits available to Micro & Small Enterprises (MSE) registered with NSIC under Government Stores Purchase Programme?
- Issue of Tender Free of Cost
- Exemption of payment of Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)
- In tender participation, MSEs quoting price within the price band of L1+15 percent shall also be allowed to supply a portion upto 25% of requirement by bringing down their price to L1 price where L1 is non MSEs.
- Every Central Ministries / Departments / PSUs shall set an annual goal of minimum 25% of the total annual purchases of the products or services produced or rendered by MSEs. Out of annual requirement of 25% procurement from MSEs, 4% is earmarked for units owned by Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes & 3% for units owned by Women Entrepreneurs.
- 358 items are reserved for exclusive purchase from MSEs.
Who is eligible to get registered with NSIC under Single Point Registration Scheme?
Micro & Small Enterprises are eligible to get registered with NSIC under SPRS.
How and to whom MSEs should apply for registration with NSIC under its Single Point Registration Scheme?
MSE units can apply online on NSIC's SPRS website www.nsicspronline.com
Describe the names of Inspecting Agencies engaged to carry out the technical inspection of MSEs for registration under Single Point Registration Scheme and what are their inspection charges?
Technical inspecting agencies are empaneled for inspection under SPRS. For details please visit our website www.nsic.co.in
Is NSIC issuing Provisional GP Registration Certificate to Micro & Small Enterprises; if yes what is the criteria?
Yes. NSIC issues Provisional Enlistment Certificate to those MSEs under SPRS who have started the production but not having the audited Balance sheet for the last one year.
How much Monetary Limit fixed in Provisional Registration under SPRS?
[?] 5 lacs.
When MSMED Act introduced?
In the year 2006.
What is the prescribed limit for investment in Plant & Machinery for Micro Enterprise in MSMED Act?
Investment in plant & machinery or equipment does not exceed one crore rupees and turnover does not exceed five crore rupees.
Whether the Service Enterprises are eligible to get the benefit as prescribed in the Public Procurement Policy for Micro & Small Enterprise (MSMEs) Order 2012?
Yes, in the Public Procurement Order 2012 service industries are as per the manufacturing industry.
How can buying agency verify the GP Enlistment certificate, whether it is valid or not?
The Buying Agency can verify the GP Enlistment Certificate either from NSIC website www.nsic.co.in OR www.nsicspronline.com
What the validity period of Enlistment Certificate?
SPRS Enlistment Certificate is valid for Two Years from the date of issue.
Can traders can be registered under SPRS?
NSIC does not register the traders.
Can drugs and medicines manufacturing units be considered for registration under SPRS?
MSEs engaged in manufacturing of Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani & Homeopathy (ASU&H) Drugs will be considered for enlistment under Single Point Registration Scheme.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- PAN card
- Udyam registration
- Details of plant & machinery
- Copy of ownership documents