Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Financial Support to MSMEs in ZED Certification
Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat · Central government
Gujarat’s scheme subsidises up to ₹50,000 for SC/ST-led manufacturing MSMEs to obtain ZED certification, improving quality and sustainability.
Closed. Applications closed on 6 August 2025. The details below describe the most recent cycle.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Up to ₹50,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- 6 August 2025
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana, run by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, is a broad initiative for the state’s MSME sector. It operates from August 7th, 2020, to August 6th, 2025, and is directed at SC/ST entrepreneurs, with the aim of improving their global competitiveness. The scheme acknowledges the contribution of MSMEs to employment, GDP, and exports in Gujarat.
A sub-scheme under this umbrella is "Financial Support to MSMEs in ZED Certification." It encourages MSMEs to adopt Zero Defect and Zero Effect (ZED) manufacturing practices. The focus areas include quality improvement, energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, and the use of advanced manufacturing standards, which align with the "Make in India" campaign. Through this, small and medium enterprises can raise operational performance and produce goods that meet international quality standards, expanding their market access and long-term viability.
Who can apply
- Eligible business forms
- Private limited company, Limited liability partnership, One person company, Partnership firm, Sole proprietorship
- Udyam registration
- Not specified
- MSME registration
- Required
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not specified
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Gujarat
- The firm must be a Micro, Small, or Medium manufacturing enterprise. - The enterprise must be owned and operated by an SC/ST entrepreneur. - The MSME must apply for ZED certification under the official programme. - The enterprise must not have received full financial support from another government scheme for the same certification. - The MSME must comply with environmental and quality norms as per ZED standards.
How to apply
The application for the "Financial Support to MSMEs in ZED Certification" is submitted online through Gujarat's Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP).
- **Registration (for first-time users):** - Go to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) and select "New Investor Registration." - Complete the registration form with precise information. - Submit the form, then verify your email address using the link sent to your registered email. - Once verification is done, your registration is complete. - **Application after registration:** - Log in to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) using your registered email and password. - Enter the necessary business details and upload the required supporting documents to submit your application for the ZED certification subsidy. - For support, a helpdesk contact link is provided on the IFP portal.
How applications are assessed
Applications are reviewed against the eligibility criteria, compliance with ZED standards, and adherence to the scheme’s certification requirements. The process is not detailed beyond the submission of the application, with assessment implied to follow these specified conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana?
It is an umbrella scheme by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, that supports the state's MSME sector, with a focus on SC/ST entrepreneurs, through initiatives such as financial assistance for ZED certification.
What is ZED Certification?
ZED (Zero Defect and Zero Effect) certification is a national initiative that encourages MSMEs to improve product quality and reduce environmental harm from manufacturing. Its objective is to lower product defects while ensuring manufacturing processes have minimal environmental impact.
Who is eligible for the ZED Certification subsidy?
Manufacturing micro, small, and medium enterprises in Gujarat, owned by SC/ST entrepreneurs, are eligible if they are applying for ZED certification and have not already received full financial support for it under other government schemes.
How much financial assistance is provided?
Eligible MSMEs can claim a subsidy of up to ₹50,000 towards the cost of ZED certification.
What is the application process for this scheme?
Applications for this scheme are submitted entirely online through Gujarat's Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP). New users must register, verify their email address, and log in to fill out the detailed form, attaching all required business and certification documents.
What are the key benefits of ZED certification for MSMEs?
ZED certification enables MSMEs to raise product and process quality, adopt energy-efficient and eco-friendly manufacturing, and strengthen global competitiveness, in line with the Make in India initiative.
Sectors
- Manufacturing Industrial
- Msme
- Zed Certification
- Manufacturing
- Quality Improvement
- Energy Efficiency
- Environmental Sustainability
- Gujarat
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.