The current article examines how Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) serve as the cornerstone of the Indian economy, especially in Karnataka. The nation’s progress depends not just on big industries but also heavily on MSMEs, which play a crucial role in economic development by serving as a vital sector for jobs, particularly for youth, exports, diversification, innovation, and mobilization of resources. MSMEs constitute a crucial and growing part of Karnataka’s industrial landscape. The research has three primary goals: to examine the performance of the micro, small, and medium enterprises sector in Karnataka, to assess the trends in the growth and advancement of MSMEs in Karnataka, and to analyze the effect of MSMEs on job creation in Karnataka. The current article employs a research approach primarily utilizing secondary data sources. Statistical methods including percentages, Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR), and correlation were examined utilizing Excel and SPSS 21 statistical software. The research timeframe ranges from 2011-12 to 2020-21.

Keywords: Performance, MSMEs, Units, and Employment Opportunities,