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IEM Registration Services That Help You Scale with Confidence

Starting or expanding a manufacturing business or a unit in Service sector in India? If your investment in plant and machinery exceeds ₹125 crores (excluding land and building) and/or Turnover exceeding Rs.500 crores , IEM registration is a mandatory first step. Whether you’re setting up a new manufacturing /service unit or scaling production/services, filing the Industrial Entrepreneur Memorandum (IEM) with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) ensures your project is legally recognised and ready for long-term compliance.

At SOFTEX Consultancy Services LLP, we simplify the process so you can focus on building and operating your business. With decades of experience across regulatory frameworks like STPI, SEZ, EOU, and IEM, our support goes beyond filing forms. We offer end-to-end IEM registration services, from eligibility checks and documentation to timely updates and post-filing compliance support.

What Is IEM Registration and Why It Matters?

The Industrial Entrepreneur Memorandum (IEM) is a mandatory filing for large-scale manufacturing businesses or units working in Service sector that don’t need a formal industrial licence. While many sectors are deregulated, the government still requires IEM registration to monitor industrial activity and ensure policy alignment.

If your business involves a significant investment and falls under non-licensable industries, IEM registration allows you to:

  • Legally begin operations without delays
  • Support future approvals (like subsidies or environmental clearances)
  • Show proof of activity during audits or funding rounds

Still, the process can be complex and time-bound which is where we come in.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is IEM registration and why is it important?

IEM (Industrial Entrepreneur Memorandum) registration is required for large-scale manufacturing businesses or Service sector units that don't need an industrial license but still need to notify the government of their activity. It’s a key compliance step that supports future approvals and shows your commitment to responsible industrial growth.

2. Who needs to file an IEM?

Any business planning to invest over ₹125 crores in plant and machinery (excluding land and building) and/or having turnover exceeding Rs. 500 Crores, in a sector that is not reserved or licensable, needs to file an IEM.

3. Can startups or new businesses apply for IEM registration?

Yes. As long as the investment threshold is met and the product category is eligible, even newly formed companies can and should apply, ideally during the planning phase.

4. How long does the IEM registration process take?

The timeline varies based on how quickly documents are submitted and verified, but with expert help, it can usually be completed in a few weeks.

5. What happens after IEM filing?

Once filed, you receive an Acknowledgement which acts as proof of registration. After your unit begins production, you’re also required to file a Part-B form to report commencement.

6. Can I update or revise an IEM once filed?

Yes. If there are changes in project details like investment, location, or product line, an amendment can be filed. We can assist with that too.

7. How can SOFTEX Consultancy Services LLP help with IEM registration?

We offer end-to-end IEM registration services, right from documentation and eligibility guidance to filing, follow-ups, resolving related queries (in case arise) and compliance post-acknowledgement. We simplify the process so you can focus on building your business.