Assistance For Zed Certification (Investment Promotion Scheme for MSME Sector)

The Assistance For Zed Certification operates as a sub-scheme within the Investment Promotion Scheme (IPS) for the MSME Sector. The Department of Industries, U.T. Administration of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, introduced it in 2015, and it remains in force until May 19, 2027.

The IPS exists to extend incentives and assistance to the MSME sector, helping units grow and withstand market fluctuations. Its aims include making businesses vibrant and successful, drawing more women into enterprise, lowering local unemployment by incentivising the hiring of resident labourers, and advancing industrial development across the Union Territory.

Under the Assistance For Zed Certification sub-scheme, the focus falls on Zero Defect and Zero Effect (ZED) manufacturing practices among MSMEs. Support for ZED Assessment and certification serves several ends: building an ecosystem for high-quality, sustainable manufacturing; encouraging the use of quality tools and energy-efficient production processes; and helping MSMEs turn out better products. The scheme also backs continuous quality improvement in products and processes, environmentally responsible production, the "Make in India" initiative, and the development of skilled professionals in ZED manufacturing and certification. For MSMEs seeking to strengthen their competitiveness and sustainability in the global market, the initiative carries considerable weight.

1. **Registration** — Go to the registration page on the official website and enter the details requested to set up an account. Complete every field correctly, then select 'Register'. 2. **Email Verification** — Open the verification link sent to the email address you registered and click it to confirm your account. Should the message not appear in your inbox, look in the spam folder. 3. **Mobile Verification** — Key in the OTP '111111' to authenticate your mobile number. Once this is done, your mobile number together with a PIN will be dispatched to your registered email address. 4. **Login** — Sign in to the user portal using the credentials delivered by email, namely your registered mobile number and PIN. 5. **Navigate to Scheme** — On the menu bar at the left, select the 'Departments & Services' tab. Move down to 'District Industries Centre DD & DNH' and select 'Click Here' to open the application for 'Investment Promotion Scheme : 2022 to 2027 (20 May 2022 to 19 May 2027)'. 6. **Fill Application Form** — The 'Common Application Form' will appear. Provide all the details sought in the input fields and upload every mandatory document, which generally covers proof of MSME registration, ZED certification, commencement of production details, and financial statements. 7. **Submit** — Once you have carefully checked all the details entered and documents uploaded, select the 'Submit' button to finish the application. For queries relating to the application, get in touch with the District Industries Centre helpdesk.

The District Industries Centre, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, examines each online application. Verification covers the unit's MSME status, its location, the date commercial production began, and whether the ZED certification and the charges claimed against it are genuine. The subsidy figure is then worked out from the charges found eligible, after deductions for Government of India assistance and in keeping with scheme guidelines. Disbursement follows for those whose applications are approved.