Development Commissioner (DC-MSME) Schemes- ISO 9000/ISO 14001 Certification Reimbursement

This scheme is implemented by the Office of the Development Commissioner , under the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government of India. It was launched to help micro and small enterprises obtain internationally-recognised certifications in quality and environmental management . Its main purpose is to reimburse a portion of the cost incurred by eligible MSMEs in acquiring ISO 9000 / ISO 14001 / HACCP certification, thereby enhancing their competitiveness and market access. Businesses benefit by reducing upfront certification cost, improving systems, and strengthening credentials.

Key Features
Financial Assistance
Eligibility Criteria
Documents Required
Application Process for the Scheme

Key Features

Reimbursement of certification charges: The scheme allows eligible MSMEs to claim back a portion of the costs they incurred in obtaining certifications such as ISO 9000, ISO 14001 or HACCP.
Extent of assistance: 75% of expenditure, up to ₹ 75,000 per unit: Under this scheme, you can get reimbursed up to 75% of your certification cost, but the maximum reimbursement allowed for each unit is ₹ 75,000.
One-time reimbursement per unit: Each eligible unit can avail this reimbursement only once under this scheme. If multiple enterprises operate under the same unit or address, only one claim is permissible.
Certification must be from a NABCB-accredited body: The certification needs to be obtained from a certifying body which is accredited by the NABCB. If the certification body lacks that accreditation, the claim may be rejected.
Applicable to Micro & Small Enterprises with permanent registration: Only those enterprises which are registered as Micro & Small units under the relevant definitions, and have permanent registration or valid EM number at the time of application, are eligible.

Financial Assistance

Component	Assistance Provided	Detailed Explanation & Example
Certification Cost Reimbursement	75% of the expenditure incurred, subject to max ₹ 75,000 per unit	Example: If your unit spent ₹ 40,000 on ISO 9000 certification , you can claim 75% of ₹ 40,000 = ₹ 30,000 reimbursement.
One-time Payment	Only one application for reimbursement per unit	Example: If you applied once and got reimbursed, you cannot apply again for the same unit for the same certification cost under this scheme.
Accredited Certification Requirement	Only costs incurred for certifications from NABCB-accredited bodies considered	Example: If your certificate is from a body not accredited by NABCB, the cost may not be reimbursable under this scheme.

Eligibility Criteria

Who can apply:

Micro and Small Enterprises registered under the MSMED Act with valid registration/EM (‘Entrepreneurship Memorandum’) number.
Units that have already acquired ISO 9000 /ISO 14001 certification or HACCP, from a certification body accredited by National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies .
Manufacturing or service enterprises, including tiny / ancillary / SSSBE units.

Who cannot apply:

Enterprises without registration / EM number .
Units that have not yet obtained the certification at the time of applying.
Large enterprises beyond the “micro and small” category .
Foreign enterprises or units not registered under MSMED Act – if applicable.
Units that have already availed the reimbursement under this scheme (since it’s one-time).

Documents Required

Valid registration certificate of the unit .
ISO 9000 / ISO 14001 / HACCP certificate copy issued by NABCB-accredited body.
Invoice and receipt for payment made to the certification body and consultants/training .
Consultant/training cost bill .
Application form ‐ duly filled and signed.
Bank account details of the enterprise for reimbursement transfer.
Additional documentation as per the MSME-DI jurisdiction .

Application Process for the Scheme

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Option 2: Government Process via DC-MSME

Ensure your unit is registered and has acquired the relevant ISO/HACCP certification.
Download and fill the application form from the DC-MSME website under the scheme section.
Submit the application along with invoices, receipts, consultant/training details, certification body proof, etc., to the Director, MSME-DI in whose jurisdiction your unit falls.
After verification, the reimbursement (up to 75% cost or ₹75,000) will be released for eligible claims.
Track the status via the MSME portal or contact the MSME-DI office for updates.

Option 3: Via State/UT nodal office
In some states, the scheme may be administered through state MSME departments or nodal agencies in coordination with DC-MSME. Check with your local MSME-DI or state MSME department for specific instructions.