MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme

Purpose:

The MSME Sustainable ZED Certification Scheme promotes Zero Defect Zero Effect practices. It encourages MSMEs to manufacture quality products with minimal defects while reducing adverse environmental impact.

Benefits

• ZED certification and recognition.
• Assessment of quality, productivity, safety and environmental practices.
• Financial support for eligible certification costs.
• Handholding and consultancy support.
• Assistance for improving product quality and reducing defects.
• Promotion of energy efficiency, waste reduction and sustainable manufacturing.
• Additional incentives from participating States, financial institutions and other agencies
• Free ZED certification for eligible women-owned MSMEs, as displayed on the official portal

Key documents:

• Udyam Registration Certificate.
• PAN and GST details, where applicable.
• Enterprise and manufacturing-unit information.
• Product and manufacturing-process details.
• Quality-control records.
• Safety and environmental-compliance records.
• Energy, waste and production-related evidence.
• Photographs and supporting assessment records.
• Bank details for applicable assistance.

How to apply:

zed.msme.gov.in

1. Visit the ZED portal.
2. Select the MSME registration option.
3. Authenticate the enterprise using Udyam Registration details.
4. Take the ZED pledge.
5. Complete the enterprise profile and self-assessment.
6. Upload the required evidence.
7. Select the appropriate certification level.
8. Undergo assessment and address observations.
9. Download the certificate after approval.

FAQ

Is ZED registration chargeable?

The official portal states that registration is free and paperless. Applicable certification or handholding fees must be paid only through the prescribed process.

Who is eligible?

All Udyam-registered MSMEs.

What does ZED mean?

ZED means Zero Defect Zero Effect.

Beneficiary:

All MSMEs registered on the Udyam Registration portal are eligible to participate and avail applicable benefits and incentives.

Benefits:

Financial assistance and handholding support for ZED assessment, certification and implementation of quality and sustainability practices.