A Udyam-registered micro or small enterprise located in Assam files its delayed-payment claim on MSME Samadhaan; it is heard by the Assam Micro and Small Enterprises Facilitation Council, run from the Commissionerate of Industries and Commerce, Government of Assam, Guwahati. The Council conciliates first, then arbitrates, aiming to decide within 90 days, and awards interest at three times the RBI bank rate.
Filing from Assam
- Confirm Udyam registration and that the supply was made after registration.
- Compute the due date (agreed date, at most 45 days from acceptance; 15 days if nothing was agreed) and the interest to date.
- Send a legal notice citing Sections 15 and 16 of the MSMED Act; many buyers settle here.
- File on samadhaan.msme.gov.in with invoices, proof of delivery, ledger and the notice.
- The Assam Micro and Small Enterprises Facilitation Council issues notice to the buyer, holds conciliation, then arbitration.
- The award is enforced as a decree through the civil court; a buyer who appeals must deposit 75% first.
Industries that use the Assam Council most
Suppliers in tea, FMCG and pharma distribution, construction and infrastructure, oil and gas supply, bamboo and handicrafts account for most delayed-payment references from Assam. Buyers may be anywhere in India; jurisdiction follows the supplier.
Costs and timeline
Filing on MSME Samadhaan has no court fee. The Act asks the Council to decide within 90 days of the reference; in practice the timeline depends on the Council’s calendar and the buyer’s conduct. FundRaksha files and appears for 30% of the amount recovered, nothing upfront, after a free consultation. See also the Assam state page.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-08. Information for Indian businesses; not legal advice.