Key Facts
Class 1820 at a Glance
Code 1820
Official title Reproduction of recorded media
Version NIC 2025
Source authority MoSPI
Section C - Manufacturing
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NIC 2025 MoSPI source NIC Class 1820 - Reproduction of recorded media
NIC Class 1820 covers Reproduction of recorded media. This is the main comparison layer for deciding which specific six-digit Sub-class best fits the real activity described in Udyam, MCA or MSME workflows. It...
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Practical Summary
What Class 1820 Covers
Class 1820 is the final decision layer before six-digit Sub-classes such as undefined undefined. Compare the child pages before using a code in a filing.
Where Used In Practice
Where Class 1820 Is Used
Class 1820 is used when the final six-digit code is not obvious and official notes or child Sub-classes need to be compared.
- Udyam and MSME code research
- Company or LLP registration preparation
- Business activity shortlisting before filing
- Internal classification and vendor profiling
How To Choose
How to Narrow Down From Class 1820
Review every child Sub-class under Class 1820. If the wording is still broad, open the six-digit child pages before using a code in registration.
Official note
Class note from the source layer
This class includes: - reproduction from master copies of gramophone records, compact discs and tapes with music or other sound recordings - reproduction from master copies of records, compact discs and tapes with motion pictures and other video recordings - reproduction from master copies of software and data on discs and tapes This class excludes: - reproduction of printed matter, see 1811, 1811 - software publishing, see 582 - production, post-production and distribution of motion pictures, video tapes and movies on discs or similar media, see 5911, 5912, 5913 - reproduction of motion picture film for theatrical distribution, see 5912 - production of master copies for records or audio material, see 5920
Common Questions About NIC 1820
Which businesses fall under NIC 1820?
Start here when the business belongs to reproduction of recorded media and then compare child entries such as undefined undefined.
Is NIC 1820 a final filing code?
No. This is a hierarchy page. Continue to the six-digit Sub-class before using a code in registration or compliance records.
How do I verify that NIC 1820 is correct before filing?
Check the parent hierarchy, compare nearby sibling codes in the same parent category, and confirm that the official title matches the main revenue activity. For regulated or filing-critical decisions, verify the source row in the MoSPI dataset.
What happens if I use the wrong NIC code in Udyam or MCA registration?
A wrong code can cause mismatched business descriptions, follow-up questions or later compliance cleanup. It is better to compare nearby codes before filing than to correct a weak classification later.
Is there a legacy NIC 2008 equivalent for NIC 1820?
Use the legacy converter only as a migration aid. Old NIC 2008 matches can suggest where to look, but NIC 2025 should remain the primary reference for new code selection.
NIC 2026 guidance
How to move from Class 1820 to the right Sub-class
NIC 1820 is an intermediate hierarchy page, not usually the final code used in a filing. Use it to compare child entries, read the nearby-code context and move toward the most precise six-digit Sub-class. If the child list contains several similar activities, open each candidate page and compare the wording against the business's real operating model.
Data Source and Verification Date
Source layer
Official NIC 2025 Excel and PDF from MoSPI.
Last verified
2026-04-21 from the generated NIC 2025 source layer used in this build.
Disclaimer
This is an independent reference tool. Verify filing-critical decisions in official sources.