UDYOG AADHAR UPDATE
Can I update my Udyog Aadhaar certificate after registration?
Yes, it was possible to update or correct details in your Udyog Aadhaar certificate after registration. The Ministry of MSME provided a dedicated feature on the Udyog Aadhaar portal to allow business owners to make corrections or changes in their registered information. This feature was especially helpful for businesses that needed to revise basic details like the business address, contact information, business activities, or other critical information.
To access this feature, users had to log in using their 12-digit Udyog Aadhaar Number (UAN) and the mobile number linked with Aadhaar. After OTP verification, the editable form would be available. You could then make the necessary changes and submit the updated information for processing.
Although Udyog Aadhaar has now been replaced by the Udyam Registration system (as of July 1, 2020), updates were still allowed on the portal for a period to help businesses transition. However, it is now strongly recommended to migrate your Udyog Aadhaar to Udyam to ensure continued access to MSME benefits.
What types of details can be changed or corrected in the Udyog Aadhaar certificate?
Several fields in the Udyog Aadhaar registration could be updated or corrected, depending on what the business needed to change. Since the Udyog Aadhaar system was designed to be flexible and user-friendly, self-declared updates were permitted for most details. However, care had to be taken to ensure that the information matched government records to avoid future complications.
The following are some of the key fields that could be updated:
- Business Name or Trade Name
- Business Address
- Type of Organization (e.g., from proprietorship to partnership)
- Main Business Activity (Manufacturing or Services)
- NIC Code(s) – to reflect changes in business operations
- Number of Employees
- Investment in Plant & Machinery or Equipment
- Bank Account Details (Account number and IFSC code)
- Mobile Number or Email ID
Personal details like the name of the applicant could only be changed if it matched Aadhaar records. Inaccurate or incomplete information could result in problems while applying for loans, subsidies, or MSME schemes, so updates were encouraged whenever there were changes in the business.
How do I update my business address in the Udyog Aadhaar registration?
To update your business address in your Udyog Aadhaar certificate, you had to access the correction feature on the official Udyog Aadhaar portal. The process was simple and could be done entirely online without the need to submit physical documents.
Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Visit the official Udyog Aadhaar website – https://udyogaadhaar.gov.in.
- Click on the option for “Update Udyog Aadhaar” or “Edit Udyog Aadhaar” details.
- Enter your Udyog Aadhaar Number (UAN) and the mobile number linked with Aadhaar.
- Complete the OTP verification process.
- Once logged in, your existing registration form will be displayed.
- Navigate to the section where the business address is mentioned.
- Update the new address details including district, state, and PIN code.
- Review the entire form, then click submit to confirm your changes.
Although the system did not require document uploads at the time of submission, it was advised to keep proof of the new business address (such as utility bills, rental agreements, or GST registration documents) ready in case of future verification.
Is there a specific portal for updating Udyog Aadhaar details?
Yes, updates to the Udyog Aadhaar registration could be carried out through the official government portal: https://udyogaadhaar.gov.in. This was the only authorized platform provided by the Ministry of MSME for applying, updating, downloading, or correcting Udyog Aadhaar certificates.
To make corrections, users had to access the “Update Udyog Aadhaar” section on the website. From there, they would log in using their 12-digit Udyog Aadhaar Number (UAN) and verify their identity via an OTP sent to their Aadhaar-linked mobile number. After verification, users could edit eligible fields in the application form.
However, since July 1, 2020, the government introduced the Udyam Registration system, which replaced Udyog Aadhaar. Businesses registered under Udyog Aadhaar were advised to migrate to the Udyam portal (https://udyamregistration.gov.in) for new updates or modifications. Existing Udyog Aadhaar users could still access the old portal for viewing and downloading purposes, but updates are now preferably handled through the Udyam system.
What documents are required to make corrections in the Udyog Aadhaar certificate?
The Udyog Aadhaar registration process, including corrections and updates, was primarily self-declared and paperless, meaning no documents were required to be uploaded at the time of making corrections online. However, it was recommended to keep relevant documents available for verification or proof, especially if the updates involved sensitive information such as a business address, bank details, or change in business activity.
Here are some documents you may need to keep ready:
- Aadhaar Card: For verification of the applicant’s identity.
- Business Address Proof: Such as an electricity bill, property tax receipt, rental/lease agreement, or GST registration showing the new address.
- Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque: For updating or verifying bank account details.
- PAN Card: If you’re updating details that involve taxation or are transitioning to Udyam Registration.
- Proof of Business Activity: Such as licenses, invoices, or contracts for changing NIC codes or business sectors.
- Authorization Documents: If a representative or third party is making the changes on behalf of the owner.
Although documents were not required during online submission, you could be asked to provide them later during audits or if discrepancies were found.
