3 Indian & AP Economy and Planning · 3.3.3 Industry

3.3.3.3 MSMEs and startups: MSMED Act, classification (2020, 2025), Startup India and Stand-Up India

MSMEs are classified under the MSMED Act 2006 by investment and turnover, with limits raised in 2020 and again from 1 April 2025.

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  • Advanced level
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Key terms

  • MSMED Act 2006
  • Udyam
  • MSME classification
  • Startup India
  • Stand-Up India
  • MUDRA
  • PMEGP
  • CGTMSE
  • SIDBI
  • KVIC

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