MSME Samadhaan (Delayed Payment Monitoring System)

Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)

MSME Samadhaan helps Micro and Small Enterprises seek resolution for delayed payments from buyers through the MSE Facilitation Council mechanism under the MSMED Act, 2006.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicable to Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) only
  • Must have valid Udyam Registration
  • Must have supplied goods or Services to a buyer
  • Payment delayed beyond 45 days from the date of acceptance, or deemed acceptance

 Benefits

  • Legal Protection:
  • Covered under the MSMED Act, 2006
  • Buyer is legally liable to pay: Outstanding dues, Compound interest (3× RBI bank rate)
  • Dispute Resolution:
  • Fast-track resolution via Micro and Small Enterprise Facilitation Council (MSEFC)
  • Cases targeted for resolution within 90 days
  • Digital Enablement:
  • Fully online complaint filing system
  • No need for physical submission
  • Transparency & Enforcement:
  • Case visibility to: Ministries, CPSEs, State authorities
  • Buyer must deposit 75% of the award amount before filing an appeal

 How to Apply

  • Apply through: MSME Samadhaan Portal
  • File an online application against the buyer
  • Submit case to MSEFC of respective State/UT
  • The case is reviewed by MSEFC and taken up for dispute resolution
  • Resolution process initiated within defined timelines

Documents Required

  • Invoice copies
  • Udyam Registration Certificate
  • Buyer details
  • Work orders/purchase orders
  • Proof of delivery or service completion

Important Disclaimer

We’ve simplified this scheme to help you understand it quickly. For the latest updates or detailed guidelines, you can always check the official government website.

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