National Single Window System (NSWS)
Department / Authority: Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
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What this service does
Digital platform acting as a one-stop-shop for investors and businesses to identify, apply for, and track all pre-establishment and pre-operation regulatory approvals across Central Ministries and State Departments.
Who can use it / Eligibility
Any domestic or foreign investor, company, LLP, or entrepreneur setting up or expanding business in India.
What you'll need (Documents Required)
- 1PAN of Enterprise / Directors
- 2Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed
- 3Director Identification Number (DIN) / Aadhaar
- 4Detailed Project Plan & Land Allotment details
How it works (Step-by-Step)
- 1Visit nsws.gov.in and create an Investor Account.
- 2Use the 'Know Your Approvals' (KYA) intelligent wizard by entering industry sector, business activity, location, and proposed investment.
- 3Review the list of mandatory Central and State clearances automatically populated.
- 4Fill out the Common Registration Form (CRF) and upload document attachments once.
- 5Submit applications directly to relevant ministries and track clearances through the unified investor dashboard.
All applications are centralized digitally on the NSWS portal.
Key Service Facts
Free portal registration; statutory clearance fees paid directly per department
Dynamic composite clearance timeline depending on required ministry approvals
1800-102-5841
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