ZED (Zero Defect Zero Effect) is a national certification scheme launched by the Ministry of MSME, Government of India. It is designed to help Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) adopt world-class manufacturing practices while ensuring minimal environmental impact.

 

The ZED model promotes a culture of quality, efficiency, and sustainability enabling Indian businesses to become globally competitive.

 

TAGC is an accredited assessment agency under the ZED Certification Scheme, authorized by the Quality Council of India (QCI) to guide MSMEs through every stage of the certification journey.

Which ZED Level Is For You?

ZED Certification offers a tiered model that helps MSMEs grow at their own pace. Each level reflects the maturity of an enterprise in terms of quality, safety, and sustainability practices.

ZED Bronze

ZED Bronze

Bronze certification focuses on basic quality controls, regulatory compliance, and environmental safeguards ideal for enterprises beginning to formalize and improve their processes.
ZED Silver

ZED Silver

Silver-level businesses demonstrate structured systems for quality assurance, workplace safety, and resource efficiency, showcasing a commitment to performance improvement and sustainability.
ZED Gold

ZED Gold

Gold-certified enterprises excel in productivity, innovation, safety, and environmental responsibility. They align with global best practices and lead the way in responsible manufacturing.

What Sets ZED Apart?

Built specifically for Indian MSMEs, ZED helps organizations improve systematically while aligning with global expectations for quality, safety, and sustainability. ZED is tailored to the unique challenges and potential of Indian MSMEs. It offers a structured path for continuous improvement while keeping certification accessible and relevant. As part of the ZED framework, companies are assessed across seven areas:

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Tailored for Indian
MSMEs

A framework that understands your challenges and helps you grow within your context.
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Five Core Evaluation
Pillars

A holistic view of your business that promotes better systems and stronger performance.
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Phased Certification
Levels

You can start simple and grow gradually with a clear improvement roadmap.
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Structured Assessment
Process

Transparent certification with expert guidance and actionable feedback.
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Government
Recognition

Gain credibility with buyers, regulators, and financial institutions.
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Access to
Incentives

Save money, upgrade facilities, and become more competitive with government support
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Future-Ready
Approach

Build resilience and position your business for long-term growth and export-readiness.

Why Get Certified?

Strengthen Quality <br>& Efficiency

Strengthen Quality
& Efficiency

Reduce defects, increase productivity, and improve process consistency.
Promote Responsible <br>Manufacturing

Promote Responsible
Manufacturing

Adopt sustainable and eco-friendly practices.
Gain Market <br>Recognition

Gain Market
Recognition

Signal trust, reliability, and compliance to buyers and partners.
Access Government<br> Incentives

Access Government
Incentives

Qualify for financial support, subsidies, and concessions from banks and ministries.
Build Global<br> Competitiveness

Build Global
Competitiveness

Open doors to export opportunities, better contracts, and supply chain credibility.

Why Choose TAGC?

TAGC is a QCI empanelled assessment agency under the ZED (Zero Defect Zero Effect) Certification Scheme, launched by the Government of India to promote quality manufacturing and environmentally sustainable practices among Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

Get Certified with TAGC

Whether you’re a manufacturer or scaling enterprise, TAGC is here to guide you through each stage of the ZED certification process.

Please fill out the form below to get started. Our team will reach out with next steps, documentation guidance, and all you need to begin the process.

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