ZED Certification
Quality certification for MSMEs with subsidized fees. Useful for manufacturing exports and government procurement positioning.
Quick facts
- Ministry / Agency
- Ministry of MSME
- Funding
- Up to 80% subsidy on certification
- Stage
- early-revenue, growth
- Sector
- manufacturing
- Equity dilution
- none
- DPIIT recognition required
- No
- NRI / OCI eligibility
- Yes — NRI and OCI founders are eligible to apply.
Who is eligible
MSMEs; 3 levels (Bronze/Silver/Gold)
How to apply
ZED is administered by Ministry of MSME. Applications are submitted through the official portal — there are no application fees and you do not need to go through third-party intermediaries.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for ZED?+
MSMEs; 3 levels (Bronze/Silver/Gold)
What is the funding amount under ZED?+
Up to 80% subsidy on certification. Up to 80% subsidy on certification
Can NRI or OCI founders apply for ZED?+
Yes — NRI and OCI founders are eligible to apply.
Does ZED require DPIIT recognition?+
No — DPIIT recognition is not required for ZED.
How do I apply for ZED?+
Apply through the official portal at zed.msme.gov.in. The scheme is administered by Ministry of MSME.
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