MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme

Open all year Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises All of India

Subsidy

80% of certification cost (micro), 60% (small), 50% (medium); 100% for women owned MSMEs

Apply on the official site

What it funds: Subsidised Bronze, Silver and Gold quality and sustainability certification for MSMEs
Who can apply: Udyam registered MSME
Women owned manufacturing MSMEs get the full fee waived
Extra 10% for SC/ST owned and some regions
When you can apply: Open all year
How to apply: Register on the ZED portal with your Udyam number, take the ZED pledge and apply for certification
Best for: Early revenue, Growth stage
Sectors: Hardware Robotics CleanTech
Run by: Government of India

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