Make in India Certificate - Process, Documents & Fees

The Make in India Certificate was introduced by the Indian government as part of its flagship Make in India initiative. It serves as an authentic proof of manufacturing in India, with crucial details like the percentage of local content added in the manufactured item, and details of the facility where the manufacturing was done. The certification and details are provided on a self-declaration basis, verified by an auditor or CA in certain cases.

Only Class 1 and Class 2 local suppliers are eligible to obtain the MII certificate and use it to gain preference while bidding for government tenders and contracts, especially on government procurement portals like GeM and NICSI. At Bizfoc, we help businesses generate their MII certificate through our quick, and hassle-free online process with detailed consultation at every step of the way.

What is a Make in India Certificate (MII Certificate)?

The Make in India Certificate is a mandatory requirement for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) to participate in government tenders and public procurements on portals such as GEM, NICSI, or through direct application. It ensures that the concerned OEM has manufactured the products procured primarily in India, to encourage the government’s flagship Make in India initiative. In other words, the Make in India Certificate allows OEMs to participate directly in the bidding procedures of government contracts and tenders within a certain purchase value as prescribed by the latest amendment of the PPP-MII order 2017.

For this certification, an OEM or Original Equipment Manufacturer is an MSME or a local supplier under the Make in India initiative, manufacturing its products in its factory premises, and having a minimum average annual turnover of Rs.2 crores during the last three financial years.

Classification of Local Suppliers for MII Certificate

The classification of local suppliers for MII certification depends on the percentage of local content they add to their manufactured goods, services, or works. Local content is the amount or value of content added to the manufactured item during the manufacturing process in India. It is calculated as a difference between the total value of the item procured in India, including indirect taxes, and the value of imported content in the item, including customs duties. Note that local content is always represented as a percentage of the item’s total value.

• Class 1 Local Supplier: A supplier or service provider whose goods, services, or works offered for procurement meet minimum local content criteria of 50%.
• Class 2 Local Supplier: A supplier or service provider whose goods, services, or works offered for procurement meet the minimum local content criteria of 20% but is less than the local content criteria for Class 1 local suppliers prescribed at 50%.
• Non-local Supplier: A supplier or service provider whose goods, services, or works offered for procurement are less than the local content criteria of 20% prescribed for class 2 local suppliers.

Eligibility For Obtaining Make in India Certificate

The eligibility for a Make in India Certification depends on the OEM’s classification as a Class 1 local supplier, Class 2 local supplier, and non-local supplier. Usually, class 1 and class 2 local suppliers are eligible to bid on government tenders for a purchase value of less than Rs.200 crores. Hence, they must obtain the Make in India (MII) certification for such tenders. However, the following cases are an exception:

• In the procurement of all goods, services, or works in respect of which the nodal ministry or department has communicated that there is sufficient local capacity and local competition, only Class 1 local suppliers are eligible, irrespective of the purchase value.


• Items for which global tender inquiries are issued by non-local suppliers are also eligible along with Class 1 and Class 2 local suppliers.

How to Get a Make in India Certificate?

Make in India registration certificate is generated on a self-declaration basis. At Bizfoc, we assist your business in generating a self-declared Make in India Registration Certificate with accurate values of local content for bidding on Government tenders. We ensure full compliance with the government’s guidelines for a hassle-free and efficient certification process. Here are the steps we follow:

Step 1: Calculate the Amount of Local Content

Make in India Certificate is mandatory for Class 1 and Class 2 local suppliers only. So, to determine whether you are eligible for Make in India Certification, we ensure your correct classification by calculating the local content on the items manufactured for procurement. Our values are extremely accurate and get you through the bidding process in an easy and hassle-free manner.

Step 2: Collect Documents for the MII Certification Process

Incorrect details in the Make in India Certificate may lead to the rejection of your bid. So, to ensure their authenticity, our team collects a comprehensive set of documents verifying all crucial details such as local content percentage, location of manufacturing, and details of the bid before MII certificate generation.

Step 3: Ensure Verification by Practicing CA/ Company Auditor

If the procurement value you’re bidding for exceeds Rs10 crores, self-declaration of the Make in India certificate is not enough. Additionally, a certificate is required by the company’s statutory or cost auditor. In the case of other applicants, the certificate may be provided by a Practicing Chartered or Cost Accountant. We guide you through the format of such certification and help you obtain one from a qualified professional.

Step 4: Generate Make in India Certificate Online

After receiving all the essential details, we generate the Make in India Certificate on your business letterhead using our online tool. As soon as the Certificate is generated, you will get a soft copy and a hard copy of the same at your registered email and postal address. You can use the MII certificate further in your GeM and NICSI bidding platforms.

Documents Required for Make in India Certificate

Documents ensure the authenticity and accuracy of the MII Certificate. Here is a detailed list of documents you must have during the MII Certificate generation process.

• GSTIN and GST Registration Certificate
• GeM Bid Amount
• GeM OEM certificate
• List of products with local content percentage; if purchase exceeds Rs.10 crores, auditor certification is required for companies.
• Details of Manufacturing facility
• Monthly manufacturing capacity
• Monthly utilization capacity
• Manufacturing floor diagram
• Purchase Bill of the supply
• Purchase bill of machines, tools, and equipment used for manufacturing

Make in India Certificate Fees

A detailed breakup of the MII Certificate generation fees is given in the following table:

Why Choose Bizfoc?

Bizfoc is an accounting firm which works for many different kinds of businesses. They have experience of almost 10 years in a market full of competitors. By opting the services of Bizfoc you can take advantage of their expert and experienced professionals. This will make your business grow and develop in the market among the various competitors. If you are thinking about canceling the GST registration or you got a notice of cancellation from the department or you want to apply for the revocation of the GST registration then you are on the right platform. We do almost all of them. To opt for our services you can contact us through our website.

Conclusion

Make in India Certificate aims to promote the growth of India’s manufacturing industry by encouraging Indian as well as foreign businesses to manufacture their products and services within the country. The certificate provides them preference in government procurements and bidding for government contracts and tenders. Such preference will not only increase the revenue of manufacturers in India but will also lead to greater income and employment opportunities for the growing Indian population. This is besides its significant contribution to the growing national GDP.

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