NIC CODES

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Search NIC (National Industrial Classification) codes for MSME registration and business classification.

What is NIC Code?

NIC (National Industrial Classification) code is a 4 or 6-digit code used to classify business activities in India.

MSME Classification

Required for MSME registration

GST & Compliance

Used in GST and other filings

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01111Section A

Growing of rice

01112Section A

Growing of wheat

01113Section A

Growing of jowar/sorghum

01121Section A

Growing of vegetables

47111Section G

Retail sale of food in specialized stores

47112Section G

Retail sale of beverages in specialized stores

62011Section J

Writing/modifying/testing software

62012Section J

Computer consultancy and computer facilities management

62020Section J

Information technology consultancy and support

62091Section J

Other information technology service activities

68100Section L

Real estate activities with own or leased property

69100Section M

Legal activities

69201Section M

Accounting, bookkeeping and auditing activities

85491Section P

Other education n.e.c.

86201Section Q

General medical practice activities

NIC Code Format

NIC 2008 Version: 4-digit format (e.g., 2511)
6-digit Detailed: Extended classification (e.g., 251110)
Section-wise: A-U (Agriculture to Activities)
Division-wise: 01-99 (Industries & Services)
For MSME, use 4-digit code primarily

Main Sections

Section A: Agriculture & Fishing
Section B: Mining & Quarrying
Section C: Manufacturing
Section D: Utilities

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NIC Codes by Business Category

Manufacturing

• General Manufacturing: 2511
• Textile: 1311
• Food Processing: 1011
• Machinery: 2813

Retail & Wholesale

• Retail Trade: 4711
• Wholesale Trade: 4621
• Online Retail: 4791

IT & Software

• Software Development: 6201
• IT Services: 6209
• Data Processing: 6311

Professional Services

• Accounting Services: 6920
• Legal Services: 6910
• Business Consulting: 7020

Construction

• General Construction: 4100
• Building Construction: 4120
• Infrastructure: 4210

Healthcare & Education

How to Use NIC Code for MSME Registration?

Identify Your Business Activity

Determine the primary business activity and what type of services/goods you provide.

Find Matching NIC Code

Use the NIC database or classification system to find the code that matches your activity.

Fill MSME Registration Form

Enter the NIC code in your MSME registration application or Udyam portal.

Verify Classification Benefits

The NIC code determines your classification category which affects MSME benefits.

MSME Classification by NIC Code

Sector	Typical NIC Code Range	Category
Manufacturing	10 - 33	MSME (Manufacturing)
Services	50 - 99	MSME (Services)
IT & Software	62, 63	MSME (Services/IT)
Professional Services	69, 70, 71	MSME (Services)
Healthcare & Education	85, 86	MSME (Services)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NIC code and why is it required?

NIC (National Industrial Classification) code is a statistical standard for classifying economic activities in India. Required for MSME registration (Udyam), GST, business loans, and government schemes.

How many digits are there in NIC code?

NIC codes are typically 4 or 5 digits. 4-digit codes represent class-level classification; 5-digit codes provide more specific sub-class categorization.

What is the difference between NIC 2004 and NIC 2008?

NIC 2008 is the current version aligned with international ISIC standards. It has more detailed classifications and should be used for all new registrations.