Key Facts
Section N at a Glance
Code N
Official title Professional, scientific and technical activities
Version NIC 2025
Source authority MoSPI
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NIC 2025 MoSPI source NIC Section N - Professional, scientific and technical activities
NIC 2025 Section N covers Professional, scientific and technical activities. It is the top-level entry point for narrowing the correct business activity before choosing a Division, Group, Class or final Sub-class for...
Hierarchy tree
69
Legal and accounting activities
70 Activities of head offices; management consultancy activities
71 Architectural and engineering activities; technical testing and analysis
72 Scientific research and development
73 Activities of advertising, market research and public relations
74 Other professional, scientific and technical activities
75 Veterinary activities
Practical Summary
How Section N Fits Into NIC 2025
Section N is where NIC 2025 groups professional, scientific and technical activities before users move into Divisions such as undefined undefined, undefined undefined, undefined undefined, undefined undefined and 3 more. It is the broad sector gate for professional services, real-estate and business-support positioning.
Where Used In Practice
Which Businesses Fall Under Section N
Businesses use Section N as the first filter when the industry is known but the precise Division is not. It is useful for founders, accountants and advisors mapping professional services, real-estate and business-support positioning.
- 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 Section N
Choose Section N only if the business belongs to professional, scientific and technical activities; then move down through Divisions rather than stopping at the sector label.
Common Questions About NIC N
Which businesses fall under NIC N?
Start here when the business belongs to professional, scientific and technical activities and then compare child entries such as undefined undefined, undefined undefined, undefined undefined, undefined undefined and 3 more.
Is NIC N 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 N 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 N?
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 use Section N in the NIC hierarchy
Law firms, chartered accountants, management consultants, architects, engineers, research labs, advertising agencies, veterinary clinics and specialized design studios - Section N brings together every knowledge-driven professional service. Seven Divisions (69-75) carve out legal and accounting work, head office and consultancy functions, engineering, R&D, advertising, niche technical services and animal health care.
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.