How many MSMEs have registered on India's Udyam portal?

As of November 2025, over 7.22 crore MSMEs have registered on the Udyam Registration Portal.

What is the impact of MSME closures on jobs in India?

MSME deregistration has resulted in the loss of over 7.8 lakh jobs nationwide between July 2020 and November 2025.

Which Indian state has the most MSME registrations and closures?

Maharashtra has the highest number of MSME registrations and also recorded the most closures, leading to significant job losses.

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India's MSMEs: 7.22 Crore Registered, 1.21 Lakh Close

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Summary

Over 7.22 crore MSMEs registered on Udyam portal since July 2020.
1.21 lakh MSMEs deregistered, impacting over 7.8 lakh jobs nationwide.
Maharashtra leads registrations and job losses due to MSME closures.

India's MSMEs: 7.22 Crore Registered, 1.21 Lakh Close

Since its inception in July 2020, India's Udyam Registration Portal has successfully onboarded more than 7.22 crore micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as of November 2025. This surge in registrations indicates a dynamic entrepreneurial landscape, with states like Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu leading the way in new enterprise formation. The portal's data reflects a robust growth, particularly in FY24, followed by a period of normalization in subsequent fiscal years.

However, this growth narrative is tempered by the reality of business closures. Between July 2020 and November 2025, approximately 1.21 lakh MSMEs have deregistered from the portal. These closures have unfortunately led to a significant impact on employment, with over 7.8 lakh jobs lost nationwide. Maharashtra stands out as the state most affected, accounting for a substantial portion of both deregistered businesses and the resulting job losses.