MSME LEAN Scheme Statistics: Certified MSMEs by State
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18,609 MSMEs had been certified under the MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme as on 9 February 2026, according to a Lok Sabha reply. Maharashtra led with 2,676, followed by Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. The table below lists the top 15 states, with yearly funds for the wider MSME Champions scheme that LEAN belongs to.
MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme: key numbers
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Top 15 states by LEAN certified MSMEs (February 2026)
MSMEs certified under the MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme in the 15 states with the most certifications, as on 9 February 2026.
| State | LEAN certified MSMEs |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | 2,676 |
| Bihar | 2,016 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,961 |
| Haryana | 1,573 |
| Gujarat | 1,572 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 1,567 |
| Karnataka | 1,171 |
| Tamil Nadu | 1,061 |
| Rajasthan | 1,016 |
| Punjab | 770 |
| West Bengal | 650 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 472 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 278 |
| Telangana | 278 |
| Kerala | 268 |
Source: sansad.in, as on 9 February 2026
MSME Champions scheme funds by year
Funds sanctioned, disbursed and used under the MSME Champions scheme, which covers ZED certification, LEAN and MSME Innovative together. The 2025-26 figure is up to 30 November 2025.
| Year | Funds (Rs crore) |
|---|---|
| 2022-23 | 44.05 |
| 2023-24 | 88.75 |
| 2024-25 | 51.53 |
| 2025-26 (to Nov) | 52.04 |
Source: sansad.in, as on 30 November 2025
How an MSME goes through LEAN
What the numbers show
The MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme helps small manufacturers cut waste and improve productivity with lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen and visual workplace methods. According to a Lok Sabha reply of 12 March 2026, 18,609 MSMEs had been certified under LEAN as on 9 February 2026.
State differences
Maharashtra had the most certified units at 2,676, followed by Bihar (2,016) and Uttar Pradesh (1,961). Haryana, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh each had just over 1,500. Several north-eastern states and small union territories had no LEAN certified units at all, including Mizoram, Sikkim, Ladakh and Lakshadweep.
The same table shows how LEAN compares with ZED certification, the other manufacturing component of MSME Champions: 5,27,139 MSMEs were ZED certified by the same date, so LEAN reaches far fewer firms.
Funding
LEAN does not have a separate budget line in the replies. It is funded under the MSME Champions scheme, which spent Rs 44.05 crore in 2022-23, Rs 88.75 crore in 2023-24, Rs 51.53 crore in 2024-25 and Rs 52.04 crore in 2025-26 up to 30 November 2025.
What the figures do not tell you
The state table does not split certifications by level (Basic, Intermediate or Advanced). The replies do not give measured productivity gains; the Ministry said an evaluation of the scheme was in progress.
Where to check
Registration and certification are handled on the MSME LEAN portal of the Ministry of MSME. Updated state figures come through Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha replies on sansad.in.
Frequently asked questions
How many MSMEs are LEAN certified?
18,609 MSMEs had been certified under the MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme as on 9 February 2026, according to a Lok Sabha reply of 12 March 2026.
Which state has the most LEAN certified MSMEs?
Maharashtra, with 2,676 certified units, followed by Bihar (2,016) and Uttar Pradesh (1,961).
How many LEAN certified MSMEs are there in Karnataka?
Karnataka had 1,171 LEAN certified MSMEs as on 9 February 2026. An earlier reply of December 2025 said 1,117 units in the state were certified at the Basic level.
How much is spent on the scheme?
LEAN is funded under the MSME Champions scheme, which spent Rs 51.53 crore in 2024-25 and Rs 52.04 crore in 2025-26 up to 30 November 2025. These amounts also cover ZED certification and the MSME Innovative scheme.
Has the scheme been evaluated?
The Ministry told the Lok Sabha in March 2026 that an evaluation of the MSME Champions scheme was under way.
Eligibility, documents and how to apply: MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme full guide
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Sources
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