Industries are are classified in [[1]] categories.

Industries are are classified in 5 categories:

1. On the basis of source of raw materials used — Agro-based and mineral-based.
2. According to their main role — Basic and Consumer industries.
3. On the basis of capital investment—Small-scale and large-scale industries.
4. On the basis of ownership — Public Sector, Private Sector, Cooperative Sector, Joint Sector.
5. Based on the bulk and weight of raw material and finished goods—Heavy industries, Light industries.