MSME Sustainable ZED Certification
About ZED
Addressing the nation on India’s 68th Independence Day, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi urged the industry, especially the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) of India, to manufacture goods in the country with “zero defects” and to ensure that the goods have “zero effect” on the environment.
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“We should manufacture goods in such a way that they carry zero defect and that our exported goods are never returned to us. We should manufacture goods with zero effect that they should not have a negative impact on the environment”.
Key Objectives
- Promote Quality Manufacturing: Encourage MSMEs to adopt quality standards and best practices in manufacturing, reducing rejections and recalls.
- Sustainability Focus: Advocate for practices that minimize negative environmental impact (Zero Effect), aligning with global sustainability goals.
- Global Competitiveness: Equip MSMEs to meet international standards, making them more competitive in global markets.
BHADO’s Role as an Authorised Organising Partner
- Conducting awareness campaigns and orientation sessions.
- Providing technical handholding and documentation support for assessments.
- Facilitating self-assessment and third-party evaluations.
- Liaising between MSMEs and government agencies for smoother implementation.
Certification Levels
Bronze Level
Indicates basic compliance with quality and environmental standards.
Silver Level
Shows intermediate performance with consistent quality assurance and sustainable practices.
Gold Level
Reflects advanced systems and processes ensuring high efficiency, low waste, and global standard compliance.
Candidate Eligibility and Scope
- Open to all registered MSMEs across India.
- Applicable across various sectors such as manufacturing, service, textile, food processing, and more.
Step-by-Step Registration Process for ZED Facilitator Exam
1. Provide Your Details to the Organizing Partner
You will share your personal and academic details with the organizing partner, who will complete your registration on the ZED Training Portal.
Details to be provided:
- Full Name
- Email ID
- Mobile Number
- Date of Birth
- Educational Qualification
2. Submit Required Documents to Organizing Partner
Provide scanned copies (PDF/JPG/PNG) of the following documents:
- Passport-size digital photo (under 500KB)
- Valid ID proof (PAN Card)
- Aadhar Card
- Graduation certificate (max size: 2MB)
3. Organizing Partner Completes Your Registration
The organizing partner will register you as a ZED Facilitator candidate on the portal.
You will receive a confirmation email after successful submission of your application.
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4. Await Confirmation from client
Wait for approval or feedback from the client.
You’ll receive an email indicating:
- Approval, or
- Required corrections (which the partner will assist in resubmitting)
5. Register for Training Session
Once approved, the organizing partner will help you choose a convenient online training session.
If your application is rejected, the partner will re-register your profile after making the necessary corrections.
6. Attend Training & Take Examination
Participate in the online training session.
After training, you will take an MCQ-based online examination.
The exam consists of 50 questions.
Note: If you fail the exam, you can reappear up to 3 attempts, each with a 24-hour gap.
7. Receive Certificate
Upon passing the exam, you will receive the ZED Facilitator Training Certificate digitally.
8. Submit Certificate to Organizing Partner
Send your certificate to your organizing partner to complete the onboarding process as a certified ZED Facilitator.
Notes
- Training Fee: Free of cost
- Minimum Qualification: Graduation with relevant industry/audit/training/consulting experience
- Language: Basic English proficiency required
Key Benefits of MSME’s Units
- Assessment & Rating Framework: Comprehensive assessment of MSMEs based on 5 enablers and 3 outcomes (productivity, quality, environment, and safety).
- Subsidized Fees: Financial support for certification and consultancy under the scheme.
- Skill Development: Provides training and capacity-building workshops to enhance knowledge and implementation of best practices.
- Technology Upgradation: Encourages adoption of Industry 4.0, lean manufacturing, and digital tools.
- Market Linkages: Helps certified MSMEs access new markets and integrate with global supply chains.
- Brand Value Enhancement: Certification acts as a mark of credibility, boosting customer trust and brand reputation.
- Ease of Doing Business: Facilitates MSME compliance with national/international norms and reduces regulatory bottlenecks.
Post-Certification Assistance
- Continuous Improvement Programs (CIP): Regular follow-ups and feedback to ensure MSMEs continue to grow and improve.
- Access to Government Schemes: Easier access to subsidies, loans, and incentive programs.
- Export Readiness Support: Helps MSMEs align their operations with global standards to expand into export markets.
Mission Impact
- Strengthening India’s MSME ecosystem by fostering a culture of excellence and sustainability.
- Supporting the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat by building resilient, responsible, and self-reliant enterprises.
- Contributing to India’s commitments under global environmental and economic agreements (e.g., Paris Agreement, SDGs).
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