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MSME-1: A Small Compliance with Real Consequences

Company Law : Recent ROC orders confirm that failure to file MSME Form 1 is no longer treated as a minor lapse. Non-filing leads to adjudication...

April 13, 2026 918 Views 0 comment Print

Form MSME-1 Filing What Every Company Must Know

Company Law : The case clarifies that MSME-1 filing is triggered when payments to MSME suppliers exceed the 45-day limit. It emphasizes that eve...

April 13, 2026 1785 Views 0 comment Print

MSME Form 1: Comprehensive Compliance Guide under Section 405 of Companies Act, 2013

Company Law : Companies that settle all MSME dues within 45 days are not required to file MSME Form 1 under original provisions. The rule focuse...

April 11, 2026 915 Views 0 comment Print

Strategic Role of Credit Repair in Business Growth: A Guide for MSMEs

Corporate Law : Businesses often face loan rejections due to poor credit profiles despite strong operations. The article explains how credit repai...

March 23, 2026 423 Views 0 comment Print

NSIC Registration: Aid for MSME Growth

Corporate Law : NSIC registration allows eligible MSMEs to access government tenders without paying EMD and tender fees, strengthening procurement...

February 27, 2026 522 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


New Digital Credit Assessment Model for MSME Loans

Corporate Law : A new digital credit model for MSMEs leverages data from sources like GST and ITRs for faster loan approvals, reducing paperwork a...

July 31, 2025 852 Views 0 comment Print

Actions on Companies’ Delayed MSME Dues

Company Law : Indian government outlines measures against companies not paying MSME dues, including mandatory reporting, penalties, SAMADHAAN po...

July 21, 2025 1515 Views 0 comment Print

Govt Eases GST Compliance for MSMEs & Small Taxpayers

Goods and Services Tax : Govt introduces GST reforms to simplify compliance for MSMEs, including higher turnover limits, quarterly returns, and digital pay...

March 26, 2025 1365 Views 0 comment Print

MSME Investment and Turnover Limits to Be Enhanced

Corporate Law : Union Budget 2025-26 enhances MSME investment and turnover limits, increases credit guarantees, introduces new schemes for women a...

February 1, 2025 2001 Views 0 comment Print

Criteria for MSME Loans and Government Measures

Finance : The Government outlines criteria and steps to improve MSME loan access, including collateral requirements, schemes, and credit fac...

December 11, 2024 1338 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Reversal of Unclaimed MSMED Interest Cannot Trigger Tax Addition

Income Tax : The ITAT held that reversal of MSMED Act interest cannot be taxed if the provision was never claimed as a deduction. The matter wa...

January 8, 2026 249 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi HC Orders Release of Startup Imports Despite Minor Misdeclaration – Fabie Baby Case

Custom Duty : Delhi High Court orders release of a startup's goods held by Customs, citing an inexplicable delay and directing a review of polic...

September 10, 2025 441 Views 0 comment Print

MSME must notify lending bank about eligibility to get benefit of Framework

Corporate Law : Supreme Court held that Framework for Revival and Rehabilitation of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises does require MSME to notif...

August 18, 2025 342 Views 0 comment Print

Kerala HC Denies QCO Exemption to Retail Trader Under MSMED Act

Corporate Law : Kerala HC holds that a retail plywood importer cannot claim delayed BIS compliance under QCO 2024, as MSME benefits are limited to...

July 28, 2025 705 Views 0 comment Print

Limitation Act applies to MSMED arbitration but not to conciliation: SC

Corporate Law : Supreme Court rules Limitation Act applies to MSMED arbitration but not conciliation, clarifying recovery of time-barred debts und...

July 21, 2025 4524 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


MSME-1 Filing Delays Lead to Maximum Penalties Under Companies Act

Company Law : Repeated delays in filing MSME returns resulted in penalties reaching the statutory cap. The decision highlights strict enforcemen...

January 6, 2026 762 Views 0 comment Print

Massive MSME Filing Delays Lead to Maximum Penalty Under Companies Act

Company Law : MSME-1 filings delayed by over two years attracted the highest statutory penalties. The ruling signals strict enforcement where no...

January 6, 2026 438 Views 0 comment Print

Interest Subvention Scheme Boosts MSME Export Credit

DGFT : The government introduces 2.75% interest relief on pre- and post-shipment export credit, helping MSMEs access cheaper working capi...

January 2, 2026 2349 Views 0 comment Print

MSME ODR Portal Mandatory for New Delayed Payments

Corporate Law : The Ministry of MSME mandates that all new delayed payment cases under the MSMED Act must be filed on the new MSME ODR Portal star...

October 3, 2025 2052 Views 0 comment Print

Govt notifies MSME Payment Delay Reporting Rule for Companies

Corporate Law : Companies must report delayed payments over 45 days to MSMEs in a half-yearly return to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs under MS...

March 25, 2025 8820 Views 0 comment Print


Understanding MSME the Easy Way: A Comprehensive Guide

August 22, 2023 4059 Views 1 comment Print

Explore vital role of MSMEs in India’s growth, benefits, eligibility, registration process, and more. A complete guide for entrepreneurs and businesses.

Calcutta HC: Pre-Deposit Required for Section 34 Arbitration Act Applications under Section 19 MSME Act

August 8, 2023 1590 Views 0 comment Print

The petitioner filed an application for stay of an arbitral award passed by the West Bengal State Micro Small Enterprises Facilitation Council.

Invocation of MSMED provisions in respect of Income Tax special audit remuneration is untenable

July 12, 2023 792 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court held that in respect of Special Audit remuneration under section 142(2D) of the Income Tax Act invocation of provisions of MSMED Act not tenable and completely misplaced. Accordingly, the Income Tax Act would thus prevail over the provisions of the MSMED Act.

Priority of Provisions: SARFAESI Act Prevails Over MSMED Act in Recovery Proceedings

July 12, 2023 1524 Views 0 comment Print

Both the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development Act 2006 (MSMED Act) and the Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act 2002 (SARFAESI Act) contain non-obstante clauses and often cause confusion with respect to their applicability.

All about Startups and how different are they from MSMEs

July 6, 2023 1953 Views 0 comment Print

A start-up is formed to bring a novel company idea to life. The new idea is intended for commercial use. The company is established in the market, and then substantial considerations are devoted to earnings. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are for profit only.

All About Vendor Assessment on GeM (Government e-Marketplace)

June 27, 2023 34026 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the vendor assessment process on the GeM portal, its benefits for sellers, and the necessary documents required for assessment. Professional Utilities offers expert services for GeM vendor assessment.

Addressing Delayed Payments in MSMEs: Role of MSME SAMADHAAN

June 20, 2023 2778 Views 0 comment Print

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development (MSMED) Act, 2006 outlines provisions for Delayed Payment to Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) under sections 15 to 24. The Act mandates the establishment of Micro and Small Enterprise Facilitation Councils (MSEFCs) by state governments to mediate disputes relating to delayed payments (Sections 20 and 21).

MSME & Startups: Catalyst to Economic Growth

June 18, 2023 2628 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the pivotal role of MSMEs & Startups in driving India’s economic growth. Learn about their contribution, significance, government initiatives, and the impact of Budget 2023 on their development. Uncover the symbiotic relationship between the economy and these dynamic businesses, fostering job creation, innovation, and sustainable practices.

Claim of eligibility u/s 29A of IBC duly rejected as MSME certificate obtained subsequent to initiation of CIRP

June 16, 2023 2613 Views 0 comment Print

NCLAT Chennai held that as the Application for MSME certificate was made after the commencement of CIRP, such unauthorized Application cannot be considered and cannot tide over ineligibility under Section 29-A of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.

RBI Expands Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) for MSMEs

June 7, 2023 2250 Views 0 comment Print

RBI announced enhancements to Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS), aiming to alleviate liquidity constraints for MSMEs.

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