Make in India (MII) Certificate – CA Certified for MSMEs, GeM & Government Tenders

In order to get a Make in India certificate, factories need to get ready and send authentic manufacturing and compliance documents. So, having reliable records is one way to guarantee that verification goes smoothly and the certification gets approved quickly.

The professional fee for preparing a CA-certified MII certificate on an urgent basis is ₹9,999, and the issuance of regular certificate costs around ₹7,499.

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Make in India (MII) certification is a tailored certification process for local manufacturers, OEM suppliers, and MSMEs whose products are mainly manufactured or assembled in India. Moreover, the certification accounts for the percentage of local content used in manufacturing. This, thereby, confirms suppliers’ adherence to the Public Procurement (Preference to Make in India) Order, 2017. As the government of India is highly encouraging domestic manufacturing, enterprises with MII certification get higher procurement preference in public sector tenders and GEM procurement.

The different categories of local suppliers are demarcated based on the percentage of local content used in the manufacture of products or delivery of services, as per the revised PPP-MI Order issued by DPIIT. Besides, local content means the amount of value added in India in a product, service, or work, calculated as per the revised Public Procurement (Preference to Make in India) Order dated 04.06.2020 issued by DPIIT.

• Class-1 Local Supplier : Those suppliers whose products or services have local content of 50% or more are termed as Class-1 Local Suppliers. As a result, these suppliers get the highest procurement preference in government tenders and other public procurement projects.
• Class-2 Local Supplier : Those suppliers whose local content is more than 20% but less than 50% are termed Class-2 Local Suppliers. Additionally, these suppliers also enjoy procurement benefits under selected government tenders.
• Non-Local Supplier : Those suppliers whose local content is 20% or less are considered non-local suppliers. So, these suppliers normally get very limited preference under Make in India procurement policies.

According to the revised circular no. P-45021/2/2017-PP (BE - II), government tenders with a value up to 200 crore can only be attended by Class-1 and Class-2 suppliers. So, the Make in India Certificate has become essential for MSMEs that wish to participate in GeM procurement and avail government tendering opportunities.

According to the Public Procurement (Preference to Make in India) Order, as amended, the most recent Class-1 and Class-2 local suppliers who are eligible alone can take part in the relevant government tenders that are below the set procurement limits. Therefore, by levelling up the role of the Make in India certificate, it has become a major aspect for MSMEs striving to participate in GeM tenders and government procurement.

Also, MSMEs are an integral part of India’s manufacturing sector, and the MII Certificate aids in elevating their positions for credibility, procurement eligibility, and market competitiveness. Certified companies enjoy enhanced visibility in line with the promotion of Indian-made products under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Initiative.

So, Make in India certificate issuance can be very helpful for MSMEs:

• Participate in government tenders and GeM procurement
• Quality for local supplier preference policies
• Improve trust among procurement authorities
• Promote products as genuinely Indian-made

As a result, MSMEs may not only reinforce their market position but also contribute to the support of indigenous manufacturing.

Circular No. P-45021/2/2017-PP (BE-II) is the legislative tool that implements the MII procurement preference. It was issued by DPIIT on 15th June 2017 and revised four times so far. The latest revision is from 16th September 2020. If it is a micro or small enterprise applying for government business, it is this circular that governs the eligibility.

What does it actually require?

The circular officializes a rule: only Class-1 and Class-2 local suppliers can participate in the tenders that cost less than ₹200 crore. All other categories of local suppliers and all classes of non-local suppliers would be completely excluded from participating in the procurement contracts.

All such contracts would be huge and not accessible without an MII certificate. Furthermore, each bidder is required to make a self-certification of local content. Additionally, for higher-value contracts, the certification is CA-registered. Get it wrong, and the business risks debarment, fines, and the supplies being cancelled. Disqualification is also a possibility.

The L-1 preference rule—How it Works in Practice

When there is more than one eligible supplier, the circle is critical to differentiate among them. The best Class-1 qualifies before the Class-2 as long as its price is more or less within the limits set by the lowest name. This is not just a formality; it can mean the difference between getting a contract or not.

The important point: two suppliers can offer essentially the same product at essentially the same price. The one with a higher percentage of local content wins. The MII certificate is what gives proof of that percentage.

Who does it apply to?

This circular broadly covers all central government ministries, departments, autonomous bodies, and CPSEs funded by the central government. Moreover, it is integrated within GeM procurement rules, dictating that MII certification is a minimum requirement for GeM vendors. The prescribed order, etc., can be read in full detail on the DPIIT website.

Why the documentation must be accurate

The penal provisions of the circular are not ambiguous. A supplier found filing false local content declarations risks exclusion from subsequent government purchasing. This is why records are also critical for both initial certification and continued certification during renewal and re-bid.

Before we submit our paperwork, Professional Utilities checks through the business's raw material invoices, CA declarations, and local content calculations. We know what the authorities (including procurement) look for when they scrutinize the business's requests and what gets them rejected. Additionally, we can also provide a GeM OEM certificate or NSIC registration.

Ready to become compliant? Get the MII certificate for the business issued through a CA beginning at just ₹7,499

To determine whether the business is eligible to apply, it is best to check that the business satisfies these criteria. Please check any boxes below that are relevant to the business.

Basic Business Eligibility

• The business is owned and run in India as a sole trader, partnership, LLP, private limited company, or public limited company
• The business possesses a valid GSTIN registration, as GST is required for all candidates
• The manufacturing or assembly activity takes place on Indian soil (imported finished goods cannot be used).

Local Content Requirements

• The product will have more than 20% local content. These suppliers are considered non-local and are not eligible for procurement preference
• They may determine and record the business's local content rate—percentage of raw material components, subassemblies and direct consumables acquired from India
• Having each of the purchase invoices, as with the local content proof.

Procurement & Platform Requirements

• The business is registered or plans to register on GeM or is bidding for a central government tender with a value of less than 200 crore.
• The business is not a foreign one and is a totally import-dependent one. Such companies would not pass the self-declaration standard

Documentation Readiness

• The business has a factory layout/floor plan available. This will help in making a claim.
• The machinery and equipment invoices are correct to substantiate production. Figure out the business's production capacity
• A chartered accountant (CA) will verify the local content calculation. A CA certification is required for higher-value contracts.

Not sure which class the business comes under? Contact our team.

Getting a Make in India (MII) certification offers great perks for manufacturers, MSMEs, startups, and suppliers who are actively involved in government procurement and GeM tenders. Besides that, businesses holding the MII certificate tend to enjoy enhanced procurement preferences, get solid market credibility, and be more visible for opportunities in the public sector.

The divisibility is ₹10 crore. Here's what that translates to:

• Below ₹10 Crore - Self Declaration : You sign your local content declaration. No CA is needed. Though the documents must be correct and prepared, procurement authorities can request them at any time. If you lie, the same punishment will be granted as always from 360 Circular P-45021/2/2017-PP (BE-II)
• Above ₹10 Crore - CA Certification Required : Self-declaration will not suffice. The local content calculation must be validated by a chartered accountant. The CA will check your invoices and sign off on your declaration before submission. A mistake here could mean debarment, a financial penalty, or cancellation of your contract.

Professional Utilities uses a single source for a business's registration, compliance, GeM Services, certification, and licensing in India. We unlock the world of compliance and procurement quickly for startups, micro- and small enterprises, and manufacturers. We have worked in registration, certification, and business compliance for years. Our services related to MII and GeM reach businesses of all sectors and can be accessed at an announced price.

• Pre-submission Check : We review your invoices, local content calculations, and CA declaration before submitting to the procurement authority
• In-House CA Network : Businesses do not find their own CA. Our empanelled CAs know the format. No delays, no briefing from scratch.
• GeM-specific Experience : We don’t just know certification. We know GeM-specific procurement rules—what's visible and what passes the look-through.
• Fixed ₹7,499 : Businesses won’t get asked for any quote calls. No variable fee. Published fare. What you get is what you pay.
• One-stop place for all requirements : MII certificate, GeM OEM certificate, NSIC Registration, and Udyam Registration; all these in one place, when the compliance requirements expand.

The Make in India certificate was designed to make businesses, predominantly MSMEs, more trusted, help them in getting the procurement eligibility, and strengthen their presence through participation in the government tenders and GeM procurement. Also, the certificate aligns with India’s policy of supporting local manufacturing, decreasing import dependency, and promoting self-reliance.

We, at Professional Utilities, provide businesses with expert advice, correct paperwork, dependable compliance service, and seamless certification help. So, companies can get their Make in India certificate quickly without compromising on adherence to DPIIT and public procurement regulations.