As a Micro, Small, or Medium Enterprise (MSME), cash flow is critical for sustaining and growing your business. However, delayed payments from buyers can severely impact your operations. The MSMED Act, 2006 provides legal protection for MSMEs, ensuring timely payments and allowing claims for interest on overdue amounts.
Legal Benefits for MSMEs
- Interest on Delayed Payments – Claim up to 3 times the RBI bank rate on the overdue amount.
When Can You File a Case?
You can initiate legal action if:
- Payment is delayed beyond 45 days from the invoice date.
- The buyer refuses to pay despite multiple follow-ups.
- You are registered as an MSME under the Udyam portal.