Kerala Retains Top Achiever Status in EoDB Rankings 2024

Overview

• Kerala has once again secured the Top Achiever position in the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) Rankings 2024 , demonstrating its strong governance reforms, transparent procedures, and investor-friendly policies. The rankings were released under the Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP) of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) .

Performance Highlights

1. Leading the Fast Movers Category

• Kerala topped the Fast Movers category with an impressive 99.1% reform implementation score.

• This is a notable improvement from 91% in the previous year.

• The rise reflects Kerala’s continuous focus on modernising regulatory frameworks and improving ease of business operations.

Recognition at Udyog Samagam 2025

• The announcement was made at Udyog Samagam 2025 in New Delhi.

• The award was presented by the Union Commerce and Industry Minister to the Kerala Industries Minister .

• Highlights the State’s sustained commitment to industrial and governance reforms.

Reform-Driven Growth Supported by Investor Feedback

• EoDB assessment criteria:

  • 70% weightage → Investor/User Feedback

  • 30% weightage → Reform completion by the State

• Kerala’s high scores show that businesses have directly benefited from the improved systems.

• Reforms were executed by 22 State departments and agencies , under the coordination of the State Industrial Development Corporation.

Key Reforms Include

• Streamlined business registration & licensing procedures

• Reduced compliance burden for enterprises

• Transition to digital service delivery

• Increased transparency and accountability in governance

Impact on Investment Climate

• Strengthened Kerala’s image as a centre for technology-driven, innovation-led growth .

• Increased investor confidence due to predictable, transparent processes.

• Supports inclusive and sustainable industrial development across the State.

• Kerala’s governance model now serves as an example for efficient business facilitation among Indian States.

Exam-Oriented Facts (One-Liners)

• Kerala scored 99.1%