MSME Competitive (Lean) Scheme

Purpose:

Helps MSMEs adopt Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, visual management, value-stream mapping, Poka-Yoke and waste reduction to improve productivity and quality.

Key documents:

Udyam Registration, PAN, GST details where applicable, unit and authorised-person details, Lean undertaking/pledge and implementation-related documents requested on the portal.

Relevant Government Reference / Government Resolution / Orders / Circulars

MSME Competitive (Lean) Scheme Guidelines, 2022, and subsequent operational guidelines issued by the Ministry of MSME. [dcmsme.gov.in], [ramp.msme.gov.in]

Online Facility Available

Available online across India for eligible enterprises. As of 7 July 2026, the scheme portal reported over 66,000 MSME registrations. [ramp.msme.gov.in]

Online Application Link

https://lean.msme.gov.in/

Applicable Fee

Registration, Lean Pledge and Basic-level participation are generally free. For Intermediate and Advanced implementation, the MSME bears the applicable balance after the Government’s 90% subsidy on eligible consultant fees. [ramp.msme.gov.in], [leanmsme-s…qci.org.in]

Mode of Fee Payment

Any beneficiary contribution must be paid only through the official portal or prescribed authorised mechanism. Avoid unauthorised consultants or agents.

Decision-Making Authority

Office of the Development Commissioner, MSME; implemented through designated agencies, including the National Productivity Council.
Important Eligibility Conditions Must have a valid Udyam Registration. Common Facility Centres under SFURTI and MSE-CDP are also eligible.
The applicant must register, take the Lean Pledge and complete the requirements for the selected level.
Certification has three stages: Basic, Intermediate and Advanced. [dcmsme.gov.in], [ramp.msme.gov.in]; Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India

Time Required for Decision

Varies by level. The Basic level is designed for approximately two months; Intermediate and Advanced levels require longer implementation and assessment periods.

Online Grievance Redressal Link

Complaints may be submitted through the portal or the MSME Champions grievance mechanism. Government grievances can also be filed through CPGRAMS.

Office Address

Ministry of MSME, Udyog Bhawan, Rafi Marg, New Delhi – 110011. [leanmsme-s…qci.org.in]

Contact Telephone Number

Ministry contact: 011-23061756. National Productivity Council: 011-24607363 / 011-24607368. [dcmsme.gov.in], [npcindia.gov.in]

Official Contact Email ID

vinamra.mishra@gov.in; NPC implementation support: mcls.npc@npcindia.gov.in. [dcmsme.gov.in], [npcindia.gov.in]

Beneficiary:

Eligible enterprises

Benefits:

Handholding by empanelled Lean consultants, lower rejection and production costs, better resource use, quality improvement and digital readiness. Government provides 90% subsidy on eligible consultant implementation fees.