Mizoram MSE EMD Exemption
Department of Commerce and Industries, Government of Mizoram · Central government
Micro and Small Enterprises in Mizoram are exempt from Earnest Money Deposits on state tenders.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Not specified
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
About this scheme
Under the Industrial and Investment Policy of Mizoram 2025, Micro and Small Enterprises that meet the stated criteria are not required to pay Earnest Money Deposits. This removes the need to lock up working capital for the duration of a tender process, which is often a strain on smaller businesses.
To qualify, an enterprise must be registered and operational within Mizoram and employ at least 70% of its workforce locally. This exemption works alongside the waiver of tender fees, a 12% price preference, and a 25% procurement reservation, collectively reducing the cost of attempting bids for state contracts.
Who can apply
- Eligible business forms
- Not specified
- Udyam registration
- Not specified
- MSME registration
- Required
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not required
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Mizoram
- Micro or Small Enterprise registered and operational within Mizoram - Must employ at least 70% local workforce - Applies to Earnest Money Deposits on Government of Mizoram tenders
How to apply
- Complete Udyam registration for a micro or small enterprise operating in Mizoram. - Maintain documentation showing that at least 70% of the workforce is locally employed. - Register on the state’s tender portal and draft your bid accordingly. - In the bid, apply for the MSE EMD exemption, attaching the registration certificate and evidence of local employment.
How applications are assessed
The tendering authority checks that the bidder holds valid MSE status and meets the local workforce requirement prior to accepting the submission without an Earnest Money Deposit.
Frequently asked questions
What is exempted?
Payment of Earnest Money Deposits (EMD) is required as part of the application process.
Who is eligible?
Micro and Small Enterprises registered and operational in Mizoram that employ at least 70% local workers are eligible.
Does it cover performance security too?
The clause specifically refers to Earnest Money Deposits and does not mention any other forms of security.
Does the tender fee exemption apply as well?
Yes, it is a separate benefit offered alongside the same procurement preference package.
What proof do I submit?
Your Udyam registration as a micro or small enterprise, along with proof that you meet the local workforce condition, is required.
Sectors
- Mizoram
- Mse
- Emd Exemption
- Public Procurement
- Working Capital
- State Policy
Details last verified on 9 September 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.