8230 - Organization of conventions and trade shows | NIC-2025 Class Code
What class 8230 covers
The official inclusion and exclusion notes for this class, straight from the NIC-2025 publication.
What this class includes
This class includes the organisation, promotion and/or management of events. This class may further include the management and provision of the staff to operate the facilities in which the aforementioned events take place but only if the management and provision of staff are performed in association with the organisation, promotion and/or management of such events.
What this class excludes
- construction of exhibition stands/boots depending on the type of installation performed, see division 43
- organisation of cultural events, such as film festivals, musicals or dance festivals, see 9039
- organisation of sports events, see 9319
- organisation of personal ceremonies or celebrations, including weddings name-giving ceremonies, birthday parties etc., see 9690
- technical planning, supply, setting up and operation of audio-visual equipment and special effects associated with the organisation of the live arts events, 9039
- technical planning, supply, setting up and operation of audio-visual equipment and special effects associated with the organisation of live sport events, see 9319
- technical planning, supply, setting up and operation of audio-visual equipment and special effects associated with the organisation of live amusement and recreation events, see 9329
NIC codes in class 8230
These are the sub-class codes you actually register with. Open one for the activities it covers, examples and where it applies.
How class 8230 maps to NIC-2008
Use this concordance when a form asks for the NIC-2008 code instead.
Concordance published by MoSPI between the 4-digit industry classes of NIC-2008 and this version. Partial mappings mean the activity is split across more than one class.
Where class 8230 is used
NIC codes describe your business activity across these registrations. IncorpX provides assistance for each one.
GST registration classifies goods and services with HSN and SAC codes rather than NIC codes. Your NIC activity description helps keep the business activity consistent across applications.
Get assistance with GST RegistrationUdyam registration asks for the NIC code of every activity you carry out. You can select multiple NIC codes at 2-digit, 4-digit and 5-digit levels.
Get assistance with MSME (Udyam) RegistrationDPIIT startup recognition records your industry and sector based on the national industrial classification, so the right NIC code keeps your profile accurate.
Get assistance with Startup India (DPIIT)The SPICe+ incorporation form records the main division of industrial activity of the proposed company, which is derived from the NIC classification.
Get assistance with Private Limited CompanyThe FiLLiP incorporation form for LLPs also captures the business activity classification based on NIC codes.
Get assistance with LLP RegistrationOPC incorporation follows the same SPICe+ process, so the NIC-based activity classification applies here as well.
Get assistance with One Person Company (OPC)Trademarks use the NICE classification (Classes 1 to 45), not NIC codes. Your NIC activity helps identify which trademark classes fit your goods or services.
Get assistance with Trademark RegistrationThis directory reproduces the National Industrial Classification for reference. Titles, notes and codes are sourced from the MoSPI publications; the official gazette remains the authoritative source. IncorpX provides assistance for registrations that use these codes and does not issue the classification itself.
Frequently asked questions
What is NIC class 8230?
Class 8230 (Organization of conventions and trade shows) is a 4-digit activity class in NIC-2025, under Group 823. It is the level most government forms ask for, and it contains 1 sub-class NIC code.
Which NIC code should I use from class 8230?
Pick the sub-class below that most closely matches your main activity. Registrations such as Udyam accept several NIC codes, so add one for each activity you carry out and mark the primary one. IncorpX provides assistance for choosing correctly.
Does class 8230 exclude any activities?
Yes. Some related activities are classified elsewhere. Read the "What this class excludes" notes on this page and follow the referenced code where your activity is listed there instead.
Is class 8230 the right fit for your business?
Tell us what you do and an IncorpX advisor will confirm the correct NIC code and provide assistance for the registrations that use it, from Udyam to company incorporation. Free, with no obligation.
