Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS) Benefits Micro & Small Enterprises in India

The “Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS)” was initiated by the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) to enable Micro & Small Enterprises (MSEs) to participate in Government Purchases. Registered units under this scheme are eligible for benefits under the Public Procurement Policy for Micro & Small Enterprises (MSEs) Order 2012, as notified by the Government of India (with subsequent amendments).

Benefits

Tender Sets Issue:
Issuance of tender sets free of cost.
EMD Exemption:
Exemption from payment of Earnest Money Deposit (EMD).
Price Flexibility:
MSEs quoting prices within a band of L1+15% may supply up to 25% of the requirement by lowering their price to the L1 price, where L1 refers to the bid of non-MSEs.
Procurement Targets:
Every Central Ministry/Department/PSU is mandated to procure at least 25% of its annual purchases from MSEs, with specific targets earmarked for SC/ST (4%) and women entrepreneurs (3%).
Reserved Items:
A list of 358 items is reserved exclusively for purchase from the MSE sector.
Additional Schemes:
Registration under SPRS provides access to various other schemes and benefits, making registered units an integral part of the Government supply chain.

Eligibility

Fresh Registration Criteria:

All Micro & Small Enterprises holding a Udyam Registration are eligible.
MSEs that have commenced commercial production but are less than one year old may receive a Provisional Registration Certificate, subject to a monetary limit of ₹5.00 Lacs.
Only manufacturing and service MSEs are eligible; traders are excluded.
The SPRS Certificate is valid for 2 years from the date of registration and must be renewed every two years.

Renewal Criteria:

Renewal applications can be submitted 6 months before certificate expiry.
MSEs renewing before the expiry receive a 50% discount on the renewal fee.
If no changes are made since the last certificate, renewal can be completed online.

Exclusions:

MSEs engaged in the manufacture of medicines and drugs (except those involved in Ayurvedic, Unani, Sidha, and Homeopathic medicines).
Wholesale trading, retail trading, or commission agents.
MSEs that have been blacklisted.
MSEs whose proprietor/partner/director/Karta has been convicted of any criminal offense.

Application Process

Online Fresh Registration:

Udyam Registration:
Obtain your Udyam Registration Number by visiting the Udyam Registration website.
NSIC Registration:
Register in the MSME Data Bank using your Udyam Registration Number and PAN to enroll for SPRS.
Application Submission:
- Visit the NSIC official website.
- Select the SPRS scheme from the ‘Schemes’ tab.
- Click on the ‘Fresh Online’ tab and then on ‘Apply Now’.
- Complete the 7-step online form (which allows saving progress) using your PAN and Udyam Registration Number.
- Upload all required documents and annexures from your desktop folder.
- Pay the applicable fee based on your enterprise category.
- After third-party inspection (if applicable), the final certificate is issued online, with a physical copy sent by post.

Online Renewal Registration:

Visit the NSIC website and select the SPRS scheme from the ‘Schemes’ tab.
Click on the ‘Renewal Online’ tab and then on ‘Apply Now’.
Fill out the renewal form completely and submit.
A discount of 50% on the renewal fee is applied for early renewal (before expiry).
The renewed certificate is available online, and a physical copy is sent by post.

Documents Required

For Fresh Registration:

PAN Card
Udyam Registration Certificate
Details of Plant & Machinery
Ownership or Lease/Rent Deed of premises
List of quality control equipment and testing facilities
Latest Electricity Bill Copy
Audited Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Account, Schedule of Fixed Assets, and Schedule of Revenue from Operations for the last 3 years (signed and sealed)
Statement of Operational Results for the last 3 years (with UDIN, signed by a Chartered Accountant)
Bankers’ Report (as per the prescribed format)
Declarations and annexures (e.g., Annexure ‘C’, ‘D’, etc.)
Additional documents as per the entity type (Private Limited, Partnership, LLP, Society, Trust, etc.)

For Renewal:

Updated PAN Card and Udyam Registration Certificate
Updated details of Plant & Machinery
Latest Electricity Bill
Latest Audited Financial Statements for the last 3 years
Updated Operational Results Statement (with UDIN)
Bankers’ Report (as per the prescribed format)
Original Enlistment Certificate issued by NSIC
Third-party Inspection Report (as applicable)
Revised checklist documents for renewal

For Provisional Registration (if applicable):

PAN Card
Udyam Registration Certificate
Details of Plant & Machinery
Ownership/Lease Document of premises
Latest Electricity Bill
Bankers’ Report (as per the prescribed format)
Declaration as per Annexure D
List of quality control equipment and testing facilities
Provisional Registration Checklist

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the Central Government Stores Purchase Programme launched?
[Refer to the scheme guidelines for historical details.]
What is the objective of the Single Point Registration Scheme?
To facilitate the participation of MSEs in government procurement under the Public Procurement Policy for MSEs Order 2012.
What benefits do MSEs registered under SPRS receive?
They receive tender sets free of cost, EMD exemptions, preferential pricing options, and are included in mandated government procurement targets.
Who is eligible for registration?
Micro & Small Enterprises with Udyam Registration engaged in manufacturing or services (excluding traders) are eligible.
How do MSEs apply for registration with NSIC?
Applications are submitted online via the NSIC website after obtaining Udyam Registration, with the process differing for fresh and renewal registrations.
What are the roles of third-party inspecting agencies?
They conduct store item inspections as per domain expertise; the applicant should choose an agency accordingly.
What is the validity period of the SPRS Certificate?
The certificate is valid for 2 years and must be renewed every two years.
How is the monetary limit for an enterprise determined?
Based on the unit’s net sales turnover over the last three years, with adjustments for profit/loss and changes in plant and machinery.
Are traders eligible for SPRS?
No, traders are not eligible for registration under this scheme.
How can a buying agency verify the validity of an SPRS certificate?
They can verify the certificate by quoting the registration number provided on the online portal.