Maharashtra Quality Cert. Subsidy
Directorate of Industries, Government of Maharashtra · Central government
Maharashtra MSMEs can claim subsidies for quality certifications including ZED, DigiReady, QMS and QTT.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Not specified
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
Under the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025, the Quality Certification Cost Subsidy seeks to raise quality standards and market competitiveness among the state's Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The state provides financial assistance towards the cost of securing industry certifications such as ZED, DigiReady, Quality Management Systems (QMS), and Quality Tools & Techniques (QTT).
The scheme addresses the cost barrier that frequently keeps MSMEs from applying for these certifications, helping them adopt global best practices and lift the quality of their products and services.
By encouraging quality compliance, the policy intends to reinforce Maharashtra's wider industrial ecosystem and support sustainable growth for MSMEs.
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
- Maharashtra
- Maharashtra-based MSMEs are eligible - Applicants must be seeking quality certifications: ZED, DigiReady, QMS or QTT
How to apply
Under the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025, this subsidy is delivered. MSMEs seeking to claim it must complete the application process set out in the wider policy document. In general, this requires:
- Filing a formal application that sets out particulars of the certification already obtained or proposed. - Furnishing documentary proof of the expenditure incurred on certification. - Waiting for the state authorities to verify the submission and grant approval.
How applications are assessed
Under the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025, the concerned state authorities examine each Quality Certification Cost Subsidy application. Their scrutiny covers whether the MSME qualifies, what kind of certification has been secured, and the cost records filed with the claim.
Once a claim clears this assessment, it is taken forward for reimbursement.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Quality Certification Cost Subsidy?
Under the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025, the Quality Certification Cost Subsidy helps MSMEs meet the costs of securing quality certifications.
Who is eligible for this subsidy?
Maharashtra-based MSMEs seeking particular quality certifications can apply.
Which certifications are covered by this subsidy?
Certifications covered under the subsidy include ZED, DigiReady, Quality Management Systems (QMS), and Quality Tools & Techniques (QTT).
What kind of financial assistance does this program provide?
The programme lowers the cost burden on MSMEs by subsidising their certification expenses.
Is there a deadline to apply for this subsidy?
Under the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025, the subsidy operates on a rolling basis, so applications can be submitted at any time.
How does obtaining quality certifications benefit my MSME?
Quality certifications help an MSME compete more effectively in the market, raise the standard of its products and services, and adopt practices followed internationally.
Sectors
- Quality Certification
- Msme Subsidy
- Maharashtra Incentive
Details last verified on 18 September 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.