MSME Champions Scheme
Purpose
Supports MSMEs in quality certification, sustainable manufacturing, productivity improvement, innovation, product design, incubation and intellectual-property protection.
Key documents
Udyam certificate, PAN, GST details where applicable, bank details, Authorised-person information and component-specific project, certification, design or IPR documents.
Relevant Government Reference / Government Resolution / Orders / Circulars
MSME Champions Scheme guidelines and separate operational guidelines for ZED, Lean and MSME Innovative components.
Online Facility Available
Available online across India. The portal provides grievance redressal, handholding, finance, marketing, technology and capacity-building guidance.
Online Application Link
MSME CHAMPIONS Portal
champions.gov.in
Applicable Fee
Registration and grievance submission are generally free. Certification, consulting or project fees depend on the selected component, with Government subsidy applied as per its guidelines.
zed.msme.gov.in
Mode of Fee Payment
Pay only through the concerned official scheme portal or prescribed implementing-agency mechanism. Avoid unauthorised agents or consultants.
zed.msme.gov.in
Relevant Government Reference / Government Resolution / Orders / Circulars
MSME Champions Scheme guidelines and separate operational guidelines for ZED, Lean and MSME Innovative components.
Online Facility Available
Available online across India. The portal provides grievance redressal, handholding, finance, marketing, technology and capacity-building guidance.
Online Application Link
MSME CHAMPIONS Portal
[champions.gov.in]
Applicable Fee
Registration and grievance submission are generally free. Certification, consulting or project fees depend on the selected component, with Government subsidy applied as per its guidelines.
zed.msme.gov.in
Mode of Fee Payment
Pay only through the concerned official scheme portal or prescribed implementing-agency mechanism. Avoid unauthorised agents or consultants.
[zed.msme.gov.in]
Beneficiary:
As mentioned above
Benefits:
Includes ZED certification subsidy, Lean consultant assistance, incubation support, professional design intervention and reimbursement for patents, trademarks, designs and GI registration. Benefits vary by component and enterprise category.
How To Apply
Apply online through the respective ZED, Lean or MSME Innovative portal. Grievances and general handholding are available through the CHAMPIONS portal.