MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme
in Kerala
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MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme in Kerala
MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Kerala.
Apply for MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme in Kerala
Scheme Overview
MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme is an extensive drive to create awareness amongst MSMEs about Zero Defect Zero Effect (ZED) practices and motivate and incentivize them for ZED Cerficaon while also encouraging them to become MSME Champions.
Eligibility Criteria
- Should be a Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) unit.
- Should be registered in Udyam portal.
Benefits
• Certification Level 1: BRONZE: ₹ 10,000/-
• Certification Level 2: SILVER: ₹ 40,000/-
• Certification Level 3: GOLD: ₹ 90,000/-
• Joining Reward of ₹ 10,000/- (Bronze will become free if availed)
• 80-60-50% for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises Additional subsidy:
• 10% for Women/SC/ST owned MSMEs OR MSMEs in North Eastern Region (NER)/Himalayan/Left Wing Extremism(LWE)/Island territories/aspirational districts.
• 5% for MSMEs which are also a part of the SFURTI OR Micro & Small Enterprises - Cluster Development Programme (MSE-CDP) of the Ministry
• 10% for Women/SC/ST owned MSMEs OR MSMEs in NER/Himalayan/LWE/Island territories/aspirational districts.
• 5% for MSMEs which are also a part of the SFURTI OR Micro & Small Enterprises - Cluster Development Programme (MSE-CDP) of the Ministry.
• Up to 75% of the total cost of Testing/Certification, with the maximum ceiling of subsidy being ₹. 50,000/-.
• Up-to ₹ 2,000,00/- for consultancy for all ZED certified
MSMEs.
• Up-to ₹ 3,000,00/- lakhs for all ZED certified MSMEs.
• After taking ZED Pledge, MSMEs can avail support for their preparedness to mitigate COVID 19 risks after obtaining Certification based on WASH Standard.
MSMEs can avail graded incentives as prescribed for the three ZED Certification Levels. Wherever possible, the incentives provided by States will be linked through API integration with the ZED portal to ensure interoperability
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Udyam Registration Number of the Enterprise. |
| 2 | Mobile Number that is associated with the Udyam Registration. |
| 3 | Valid Email ID (Login credentials and information/document will be sent on the Unit Email ID) |
How to Apply in Kerala
Step 01: Visit the official website.
Online Step 01: Visit the official website.
Step 02: Click on Register Now button under Zed Certification window.
Online Step 02: Click on Register Now button under Zed Certification window.
Step 03: First time user click on Register Now button to register.
Online Step 03: First time user click on Register Now button to register.
Step 04: Click on Proceed.
Online Step 04: Click on Proceed.
Step 05: Provide Udyam Registration Number and associated Mobile Number for Validation then Click on Proceed button.
Online Step 05: Provide Udyam Registration Number and associated Mobile Number for Validation then Click on Proceed button.
Step 06: Select Plant Location and its Associated Plant Activity then Click on Proceed.
Online Step 06: Select Plant Location and its Associated Plant Activity then Click on Proceed.
Step 07: Provide and Confirm Email ID, then Click on proceed.
Online Step 07: Provide and Confirm Email ID, then Click on proceed.
Step 08: Click on Proceed to take pledge.
Online Step 08: Click on Proceed to take pledge.
Step 09: ZED ID & Password and ZED Pledge Certificate will be sent on the email ID provided.
Online Step 09: ZED ID & Password and ZED Pledge Certificate will be sent on the email ID provided.
Step 01: Visit the official website.
Online Step 01: Visit the official website.
Step 02: Click on Register Now button under Zed Certification window.
Online Step 02: Click on Register Now button under Zed Certification window.
Step 03: Click on Log In button.
Online Step 03: Click on Log In button.
Step 04: Provide login credentials which has already been sent to the registered Email ID , and click on Log In.
Online Step 04: Provide login credentials which has already been sent to the registered Email ID , and click on Log In.
Step 05: Access to user dashboard and collect various joining rewards.
Online Step 05: Access to user dashboard and collect various joining rewards.
Common questions in Kerala
Who can apply for MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme in Kerala?
Eligible residents of Kerala who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme in Kerala?
Applicants in Kerala typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification is an extensive drive to create awareness amongst MSMEs about Zero Defect Zero Effect (ZED) practices and motivate and incentivize them for ZED Certification while also encouraging them to become MSME Champions. Through the journey of ZED Certification, MSMEs can reduce wastages substantially, increase productivity, enhance environmental consciousness, save energy, optimally use natural resources, expand their markets, etc.