RBI/FED/2018-19/67 FED Master Direction No.5/2018-19 (Updated as on February 16, 2026)

These FAQs are issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade attempt to address the common queries on the subject in an easily comprehensible language.

This FAQ will help to understand the Samadhaan – Delayed Payment Monitoring System, including its purpose, features, and the process for reporting and resolving delayed payment issues faced by MSMEs, as implemented by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.

Foreign Exchange Management (Export and Import of Currency) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026

This FAQ will help to understand the GST provisions applicable to restaurant services supplied at specified premises, including tax rates, eligibility conditions, and compliance requirements, as clarified under the Goods and Services Tax framework by the GST Council. CBIC-190354/63/2023-TO(TRU-II)-CBEC_notified vide notification Nos. 05/2025-Central Tax (Rate), 06/2025-Central Tax (Rate), and 08/2025-Central Tax (Rate), dated 16.01.2025

This FAQ will help to understand the standards, safety requirements, and regulatory provisions related to mustard oil, including purity, labeling, and permitted uses, as prescribed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India to ensure consumer safety and compliance.

This FAQ will help to understand the importance, regulatory requirements, and standards for iodised salt, including its role in preventing iodine deficiency disorders, as prescribed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India to ensure public health and food safety compliance.

This FAQ will help to understand the regulatory provisions for analogues in the dairy context and the permitted use of dairy terms in the nomenclature of milk, milk products, and other foods, as prescribed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India to prevent consumer confusion and ensure accurate food labeling.

MSME Ministry Promotes Energy Efficiency and Green Practices in MSME Sector by implementation of MSME Sustainable (ZED) and MSME Competitive Lean components of MSME Champion Scheme, Micro and Small Enterprises Green Investment and Financing for Transformation (MSE-GIFT) Scheme and Micro and Small Enterprises- Scheme for Promotion and Investment in Circular Economy (MSE-SPICE) Scheme

Government Periodically Assesses Digital Adoption Among MSMEs Across Platforms

Government Undertakes Multiple Initiatives to Strengthen Rural and Semi-Urban MSMEs

This FAQ will help to understand the process, eligibility criteria, and documentation required for applying for Vegan logo endorsement on food products, as prescribed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India to ensure compliance with vegan food regulations.

This FAQ will help to understand the key provisions, requirements, and compliance obligations under the FSS (Labelling & Display) Regulations, 2020, including mandatory labelling information and display norms for food products, as notified by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. Last Updated on 01.11.2023

This FAQ will help to understand the procedures, regulations, and compliance requirements related to food import into India, including safety standards, documentation, and clearance processes, as prescribed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. Last Updated on 01.20.2020

This FAQ will help to understand the concept, objectives, and regulatory requirements of rice fortification, including the addition of essential micronutrients to rice to improve nutritional quality, as guided by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India for public health and food safety compliance.

This FAQ will help to understand the requirement for displaying mandatory information in food service establishments, including visible display of FSSAI license/registration details, as prescribed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, to ensure transparency and food safety compliance.

Various measures taken to reduce financial stress for MSMEs across the country by the Government

Government undertakes many initiatives to support MSMEs and boost their competitiveness in global value chain

SFURTI scheme benefits more than 3 lakh traditional artisans across the country

LPG Control Order amendment mandates surrender of LPG connections by Consumers having PNG supply; Decision aims to Optimise LPG Availability