Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS)

The Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS) is operated by the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME). Its purpose is to enable Micro & Small Enterprises (MSEs) to take part in government procurement. Businesses enlisted under this scheme can access benefits set out in the Public Procurement Policy for Micro & Small Enterprises (MSEs) Order 2012, as updated in 2018. That policy requires Central Ministries, Departments, and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) to source at least 25% of their annual products or services from MSEs. SPRS therefore serves as a route for MSEs to enter the government supply chain, offering a substantial market opportunity and preferential treatment in tender processes.

The scheme addresses common obstacles that MSEs face when seeking government contracts. Registered units gain a competitive position through fee waivers and pricing advantages that support business stability and growth. Provisional registration is also available for newer MSEs, recognising the particular difficulties startups encounter during their first year of operation. Through SPRS, the government works to create a more inclusive economic setting, giving smaller enterprises fair access to public sector contracts and a role in the national economy.

1. **Obtain Udyam Registration Number**: Visit the Udyam Registration portal at udyamregistration.gov.in to secure your Udyam Registration Number. 2. **Register in MSME Data Bank**: Utilise your Udyam Registration Number and PAN to register your MSE in the MSME Data Bank at msmedatabank.in. 3. **Visit NSIC Official Website**: Access the NSIC website at nsic.co.in. 4. **Navigate to Scheme**: Open the 'Schemes' tab and select the 'Single Point Registration Scheme'. 5. **Access Application Form**: For a new registration, choose the 'Fresh Online' tab. For a renewal, select 'Renewal Online'. 6. **Apply Online**: Click 'Apply Now' located at the bottom of the page that appears. 7. **Complete Application Form**: Fill in the seven-step application form in its entirety, saving and proceeding through each step. Keep all necessary forms, annexures, and documents ready for upload. 8. **Fee Payment**: The fee is determined by your unit's enterprise category (Micro or Small). A fee applies to provisional registration. 9. **Inspection (Fresh Registration)**: A third-party inspection will be conducted for store item verification. Select an inspection agency based on its domain expertise and jurisdiction. 10. **Receive Certificate**: The final certificate will be made available online, with a physical copy dispatched by post from the relevant NSIC office.

The SPRS registration process begins with an administrative review, followed by a third-party inspection to confirm that the Micro & Small Enterprise (MSE) meets the eligibility criteria and possesses the required operational capacity. Applicants are required to hold a valid Udyam Registration before proceeding. The NSIC examines the submitted application and accompanying documents. For new registrations, an external agency inspects the unit’s premises and stored items to evaluate its capability and conformity with prescribed standards.

The monetary limit assigned to the enterprise—which determines the maximum value of orders it may bid for—is set according to its audited financial statements, specifically the net sales turnover recorded over the preceding three years. Distinct calculations are applied for units that have shown profitability versus those that have sustained losses. This approach ensures that only genuinely qualified and capable MSEs receive registration and its associated advantages.