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Based on RBI Master Direction on TReDS — Updated May 2025

TReDS Eligibility Checker — Are You Eligible for Invoice Discounting?

Check your TReDS eligibility in 60 seconds. Get exact rejection reasons, platform-specific results for RXIL, M1xchange, and Invoicemart, and step-by-step fix actions — not just a Yes/No answer.

Rule Source|RBI Master Direction — TReDS, 2014
Exact rejection reasonAll 3 platforms checkedFix steps included
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What is TReDS and Who Can Use It?

TReDS (Trade Receivables Discounting System) is an RBI-licensed electronic platform where MSMEs can sell their unpaid invoices to banks and NBFCs at a discount — getting cash immediately instead of waiting 30–90 days for the buyer to pay.

Three platforms are currently licensed: RXIL (NSE + SIDBI), M1xchange (Mynd Solutions), and Invoicemart (Axis Bank + mjunction).

The catch: eligibility is strictly controlled. RBI rules define exactly who can be a seller, who can be a buyer, and what invoice types qualify. Many MSMEs waste weeks in the process only to be rejected for fixable reasons.

TReDS Cost Example — ₹10,00,000 Invoice

Invoice: ₹10,00,000

Rate: 9% p.a. | Tenure: 45 days

Discount cost: ₹11,096

Platform fee (0.10%): ₹1,000

GST (18%): ₹2,177

Total cost: ₹14,273 | Cash received: ₹9,85,727

Effective APR: 11.6%

Seller must be MSME

Under MSMED Act 2006 (amended 2020)

Mandatory

Udyam Registration

Valid URN required for all 3 platforms

Mandatory

Buyer type

MSME buyers not allowed

Corporate / PSU / Govt only

Buyer on platform

Both on same TReDS platform

Mandatory

Invoice accepted

Buyer must approve on platform

Required before financing

Direct invoice

No subcontractor or indirect billing

Required

Source: RBI Master Direction on TReDS, 2014 ↗

60%+ of MSME rejections are due to the buyer not being registered on the platform — not the MSME's fault. This is fixable in 5–7 days.

TReDS Eligibility Checker — 6 Questions, Instant Result

Answer 6 questions based on RBI-mandated TReDS rules. You'll get exact eligibility, the reason if ineligible, and specific fix steps.

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Under MSMED Act 2006 (amended 2020): Micro — turnover ≤ ₹5 Cr; Small — ≤ ₹50 Cr; Medium — ≤ ₹250 Cr

Based on RBI Master Direction on TReDS, 2014 — updated for May 2025

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Complete the 6 questions to get your TReDS eligibility result — with exact reasons and fix steps.

Eligible / Not eligible
🔍Exact rejection reason
🏦Platform-wise results
🛠️Step-by-step fix actions
💰Estimated cost breakdown
📋Documents needed

TReDS Platform Comparison — RXIL vs M1xchange vs Invoicemart

All three platforms operate under RBI license. Key differences are in rates, fees, buyer base, and onboarding speed.

ParameterRXILM1xchangeInvoicemart
PromotersNSE + SIDBIMynd SolutionsAxis Bank + mjunction
Discount Rate (p.a.)7.5%–10.5%8%–11%7.8%–10.8%
Platform Fee0.03%–0.10%0.05%–0.15%0.05%–0.10%
Min Invoice₹40,000₹1,00,000₹50,000
Onboarding Time7–10 days5–7 days7–14 days
Buyer Base StrengthPSU / Govt heavyMid-market corporatesManufacturing / Auto
MSME Setup FeeNilNilNil
GST on charges18%18%18%
Financier poolBanks + NBFCsBanks + NBFCsAxis Bank + others

Source: Platform pricing pages (RXIL, M1xchange, Invoicemart) + RBI TReDS filings. Data as of May 2025. Rates vary by buyer credit rating and invoice tenure.

Real TReDS Eligibility Cases — What Went Wrong and How It Was Fixed

Anonymized from invoicefollowups.com user data and TReDS platform reports, 2024.

Blocked

₹8 lakh invoice rejected — buyer not onboarded

Manufacturing, Pune

Problem

MSME had valid Udyam, corporate buyer, direct invoice. Rejected because buyer (Tier-1 auto OEM) was not registered on RXIL.

Resolution

MSME shared RXIL buyer registration link with buyer's AP team. Buyer onboarded in 6 days. Invoice discounted at 9.2% — ₹9,041 total cost on ₹8L for 45 days.

Time to fix6 days
Resolved

MSME approved after Udyam migration

IT Services, Bengaluru

Problem

MSME had old UAM (Udyog Aadhaar) registration. M1xchange rejected onboarding — required Udyam (new format). UAM migration not done.

Resolution

Migrated UAM to Udyam at udyamregistration.gov.in in 12 minutes. Resubmitted M1xchange application. Approved in 5 days. First invoice discounted at 8.5%.

Time to fix1 day (registration) + 5 days (onboarding)
Not Eligible

Subcontractor invoice — not eligible for TReDS

Construction, Hyderabad

Problem

MSME raised invoices to main contractor (an MSME), who in turn billed the PSU. Invoice not directly with PSU — ineligible.

Resolution

Switched to KredX NBFC factoring for subcontractor invoices at 13.5% p.a. No buyer registration needed. ₹25L invoice funded in 3 days.

Time to fixN/A — used NBFC alternative

TReDS vs NBFC Invoice Discounting — When to Use Which

TReDS is the cheapest option at 8%–12% effective APR, but eligibility is strict. If you're blocked by buyer type or subcontract invoices, NBFCs like KredX and Drip Capital fill the gap at 13%–18% p.a. — with no buyer registration requirement.

FactorTReDSKredX / NBFC
Rate (p.a.)7.5%–11%13%–18%
Buyer registrationRequiredNot required
MSME requirementMandatoryNot mandatory
Subcontract invoices❌ Not eligible✅ Often accepted
Min invoice₹40,000–₹1,00,000₹50,000+
CollateralNoneNone (invoice-backed)
Off-balance-sheetYesYes
Processing timeSame day (post-setup)2–5 days

Documents Needed for TReDS Registration

Udyam Registration Certificate

New format only (not UAM)

Mandatory

GST Registration Certificate

Active GSTIN required

Mandatory

PAN Card (Company + Authorised Signatory)

Mandatory

Bank Account + Cancelled Cheque

Account in business name

Mandatory

Last 6 months Bank Statement

For credit assessment

Mandatory

Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed

Entity proof

Mandatory

Audited financials (last 2 years)

For higher limits

Conditional

Board Resolution / Authorization Letter

For companies

Mandatory

Know Your Eligibility — Now Calculate Your Exact Cost

Once you're eligible, the next question is cost. Calculate exact discount charges, platform fees, GST, and effective APR for your specific invoice.

TReDS Eligibility — Frequently Asked Questions

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Eligibility Rules Source: RBI Master Direction on TReDS, 2014 ↗ + RBI circular FIDD.MSME & NFS.BC.No.21/06.02.31/2019-20 (mandatory CPSE onboarding) + platform-specific KYC requirements from RXIL, M1xchange, and Invoicemart onboarding documentation.

Cost Calculation Method: Discount Cost = Invoice × Rate × Days ÷ 365. Total Cost = Discount + Platform Fee + GST (18%). Effective APR = (Total Cost ÷ Invoice) × (365 ÷ Days) × 100.

Rate Data: Platform-published rate ranges from RXIL, M1xchange, and Invoicemart pricing pages + RBI TReDS transaction data (FY2024).

Data Collected By: invoicefollowups.com Research Team

Last Updated: May 2025

Rejection Case Data: Anonymized from invoicefollowups.com user interactions and platform support logs, Q1–Q4 2024.

Disclaimer: This tool provides eligibility guidance based on published RBI rules. Final eligibility is determined by the platform at the time of registration. Rates are indicative and subject to change.

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