MSME Champions Portal — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | MSME Champions Portal 2026 — Single Window Grievance, Hand-holding & Tech Support |
| Launched By | Government of India |
| Launch Year | 2021 |
| Benefit | Single portal for grievance + ZED + Innovative + Competitive + Digital MSME services |
| Category | MSME & Industry |
| Last Verified | 23 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://champions.gov.in |
What is MSME Champions Portal?
MSME Champions (Creation and Harmonious Application of Modern Processes for Increasing the Output and National Strength) is the Government of India's single integrated portal launched in 2021 by the Ministry of MSME for ALL MSME-related services — grievance redressal, technology upgradation support, finance access, marketing assistance, capacity building, and policy advocacy. The portal unifies 5 components: (1) MSME Sustainable (ZED Certification); (2) MSME Innovative (incubation, IPR, design); (3) MSME Competitive (Lean Manufacturing); (4) Digital MSME (ERP, IoT, e-commerce); (5) Grievance redressal (CPGRAMS-integrated). MSMEs can register, apply for schemes, raise grievances, track resolution, access loans, find buyers/suppliers via MSME-MART (B2B marketplace), and book technical advisory — all in one place. 10 lakh+ MSMEs registered; 2 lakh+ grievances resolved.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive Single portal for grievance + ZED + Innovative + Competitive + Digital MSME services. The scheme was launched in 2021 and is implemented by the Government of India.
Benefits of MSME Champions Portal
Single portal for grievance + ZED + Innovative + Competitive + Digital MSME services
Who is Eligible for MSME Champions Portal?
- ✓Any registered MSME (Micro/Small/Medium) with valid Udyam Registration
- ✓Aspiring entrepreneurs can also register for incubation, IPR, design support
- ✓Manufacturing OR service sector MSMEs — both eligible
- ✓Indian-incorporated entities (companies, LLPs, partnerships, proprietorships)
- ✓PAN, GST (if applicable), and bank account in MSME name
- ✓Tablet/computer with internet (portal works on mobile too)
Documents Required for MSME Champions Portal
How to Apply for MSME Champions Portal Online?
- 1Visit MSME Champions Portal at champions.gov.in
- 2Click 'Register' → enter Udyam Registration Number → mobile OTP verification
- 3Complete profile: business type, products/services, turnover, employees, address
- 4Access 5 modules via dashboard: ZED, Innovative, Competitive, Digital MSME, Grievance
- 5For grievance: 'Raise Grievance' → category → upload documents → submit (auto-routed to nodal ministry)
- 6For schemes: 'Apply for Schemes' → ZED Certification / Lean Manufacturing / Design grant / IPR / Digital MSME
- 7For B2B: 'MSME-MART' → list your products → find buyers and suppliers
- 8For loan: 'Credit Linkage' → connect with empanelled banks for collateral-free CGTMSE loans
- 9Track all applications and grievances in 'My Dashboard' — real-time status updates
Official Government Portal
Apply directly on the official government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
🔗Apply on champions.gov.inFrequently Asked Questions — MSME Champions Portal
Common Questions About MSME & Industry Schemes
What are the four categories under PM Mudra Yojana in 2026?+
Shishu: up to ₹50,000 for new startups; Kishore: ₹50,001 to ₹5 lakh for growing businesses; Tarun: ₹5 lakh to ₹10 lakh for established businesses; Tarun Plus (launched 2024 Union Budget): ₹10 lakh to ₹20 lakh for those who successfully repaid a Tarun loan.
Which banks offer Mudra loans?+
All PSU banks (SBI, PNB, BOB, etc.), private banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Microfinance Institutions (MFIs), and NBFCs are registered Mudra lenders. Apply at any branch or online at udyamimitra.in.
What is a greenfield enterprise under Stand Up India?+
A greenfield enterprise means a new business being set up for the first time in manufacturing, services, or trading sectors. Expansion of an existing business does NOT qualify — the loan must be for a new venture.
How to apply for Stand Up India loan?+
Apply at any bank branch or online at standupmitra.in. The portal connects applicants with banks and handholding agencies. You can search for banks by state, district, or loan amount, and submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) online.
What is the maximum project cost under PMEGP?+
For manufacturing sector: Rs.50 lakh project cost (raised from Rs.25 lakh in 2023-24). For business/service sector: Rs.20 lakh. The government subsidy (margin money) ranges from 15 to 35% of the project cost.
Related MSME & Industry Schemes
PM Mudra Yojana 2026 — Collateral-Free Business Loan ₹50K to ₹20 Lakh
Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana offers collateral-free business loans to micro and small enterprises under four categories: Shishu (up to ₹50,000), Kishore (₹50,001–₹5 lakh), Tarun (₹5 lakh–₹10 lakh), and Tarun Plus (₹10 lakh–₹20 lakh, launched 2024 for repeat Tarun borrowers). Over 52 crore loans sanctioned worth ₹27 lakh crore since 2015.
Stand Up India Scheme 2026 — ₹10 Lakh to ₹1 Crore Loan | SC/ST & Women Entrepreneurs
Stand Up India facilitates bank loans between Rs.10 lakh and Rs.1 crore to at least one SC or ST borrower and one woman borrower per bank branch for setting up new greenfield enterprises. Over 2.37 lakh accounts sanctioned worth Rs.55,000 crore since 2016. 7-year repayment period with 18-month moratorium. Apply at standupmitra.in.
PMEGP 2026 — 15–35% Subsidy | Rs.50 Lakh Loan | PM Employment Generation Programme
Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) provides government subsidy of 15 to 35% on project costs to set up micro-enterprises. Manufacturing sector: up to Rs.50 lakh project cost. Service sector: up to Rs.20 lakh. SC/ST/Women/NE region get 35% subsidy vs 15% for General urban. Implemented by KVIC through banks. Over 9.67 lakh units established creating 77 lakh+ jobs since 2008.
CGTMSE Credit Guarantee Scheme 2026 — ₹5 Crore Collateral-Free MSME Loan Guarantee | cgtmse.in
Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises (CGTMSE) is the backbone of collateral-free lending to MSMEs in India. It guarantees loans up to ₹5 crore from member banks and financial institutions to micro and small enterprises — without any collateral or third-party guarantee. CGTMSE covers 75-85% of the loan amount (up to 85% for micro enterprises, women entrepreneurs, NER/hilly states). The trust was set up jointly by the Ministry of MSME and SIDBI in 2000. Annual guarantee fee: 0.25-2.0% of the loan amount (subsidised for micro/women). Over 60 lakh guarantees issued worth ₹5 lakh crore+. Member Lending Institutions (MLIs): 130+ banks/NBFCs including PSBs, private banks, RRBs, SFBs, NBFCs. The borrower applies through the bank; the bank applies to CGTMSE for guarantee. New: CGTMSE 2.0 with enhanced limits.