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National Industrial Classification Code 2025

Identify, browse and comprehend the entire National Industrial Classification (NIC) 2025 employed in India for business/economic activities.

This web page provides a detailed classification scheme for NIC 2025. This is a helpful resource, be it for company registration, application for Udyam/MSME registration, filling up statutory forms, or identifying the proper business activity.

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NIC 2025 Official Document

View the complete official National Industrial Classification 2025 document in PDF format.

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Introduction to
National Industrial Classification 2025:

The most recent version of the National Industrial Classification (NIC) in India is referred to as NIC 2025.This update was introduced to reflect the evolving economic landscape of the country over time.It incorporates new business sectors that have emerged in India, such as the digital economy, artificial intelligence, renewable energy, advanced technology services, and others.

Developed by the Government of India, NIC 2025 provides a standardized method for categorizing businesses according to their principal economic activity. The classification supports government agencies, businesses, researchers, financial institutions and regulatory authorities by ensuring uniform identification of industries across registrations, surveys and statistical reporting.

21
Sections
88
Divisions
238
Groups
5-Digit
Granularity

Why National Industrial Classification (NIC) 2025 Matters ?

Choosing the correct NIC Code helps businesses accurately represent their primary activity during registrations and administrative processes while improving the quality of economic statistics collected across the country.

India's economy has changed significantly over the last decade. Traditional manufacturing and service industries now coexist with digital platforms, cloud computing, fintech, online marketplaces and sustainable technologies. NIC 2025 has been developed to classify these evolving economic activities more accurately while maintaining consistency with national statistical requirements.

NIC 2025 also enables businesses operating in emerging industries to identify classifications that better reflect their actual operations, reducing ambiguity that existed in earlier versions.

Key Features of NIC 2025

Latest Classification

The newest revision of India's National Industrial Classification, developed by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), reflecting the country's evolving economic structure.

5-Digit Coding Structure

Hierarchical system spanning Section, Division, Group, Class, and Subclass levels, offering precise classification for accurate statistical analysis and regulatory compliance.

Registration Compliance

Legally required for Udyam/MSME registration, company incorporation, GST classification, and state labor department compliance—ensuring uniformity across regulatory frameworks.

ISIC Alignment

Fully compatible with the UN's International Standard Industrial Classification (ISIC) Revision 4, enabling seamless international data comparison and global business recognition.

Digital Economy

Comprehensive coverage of emerging digital sectors, including technology services, e-commerce, fintech, and modern business models shaping India's economic landscape.

Periodic Updates

Regular revisions to accommodate emerging economic activities and industry sectors, ensuring the framework remains relevant and future-ready.

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Search results are organised according to the official NIC 2025 hierarchy, making it easy to identify the most appropriate classification for your business.

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Browse Complete NIC Code 2025 (Sections A - V)

SECTION A Agriculture, forestry and fishing
SECTION B Mining and quarrying
SECTION C Manufacturing
SECTION D Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply
SECTION E Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities
SECTION F Construction
SECTION G Wholesale and retail trade
SECTION H Transportation and storage
SECTION I Accommodation and food service activities
SECTION J Publishing of books, newspapers, periodicals and other publishing activities
SECTION K Telecommunications, computer programming, consultancy, computing infrastructure, and other information service activities
SECTION L Financial and insurance activities
SECTION M Real estate activities
SECTION N Professional, scientific and technical activities
SECTION O Administrative and support service activities
SECTION P Public administration and defence; compulsory social security
SECTION Q Education
SECTION R Human health and social work activities
SECTION S Arts, sports and recreation
SECTION T Other Service Activities
SECTION U Activities of households as employers; undifferentiated goods- and services-producing activities of households for own use
SECTION V Activities of extraterritorial organizations and bodies

Frequently Asked Questions about NIC Code 2025

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Download Official NIC Documents

Get hold of the classification scheme documents by MoSPI. These documents in PDF format have the entire classification scheme and also describe various activities.

NIC Version Description Download
NIC 2025 Latest classification with digital economy sectors
NIC 2008 ISIC Rev.4 aligned - MSME/MCA mandatory
NIC 2004 Transitional 5-digit classification
NIC 1998 Modernized framework
NIC 1987 Expanded service sector coverage
NIC 1970 Original classification framework

Historical Evolution of NIC Codes in India

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NIC 2004 Codes

Earlier classification system using 5 digits, helpful for archiving and referencing old business registrations.

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NIC 2008 Codes

Present classification system applicable for MSME Udyam Registration, MCA Registrations and GST registrations. ISIC Revision 4 compatible.

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NIC 2025 Codes

Most recent version that includes digital economy, artificial intelligence, renewable energy and new industries.

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Use our comprehensive NIC 2025 browser to find the exact classification code for your business. Get MSME Udyam ready with the correct NIC code.