The Ministry of Corporate Affairs in collaboration with MyGov invites creative minds from across India to participate in a nationwide Logo Design Competition for the “Corporate Mitra” Scheme. The logo should capture the essence of the scheme, which aims to facilitate MSMEs in their journey of growth, compliance, innovation, and governance towards the vision of Viksit Bharat.
The objective of this competition is to develop a strong, distinctive, and credible visual identity for the Corporate Mitra Scheme that reflects its mission of supporting MSMEs through qualified para professionals in areas such as compliance, accounting, taxation, governance, financial guidance, and regulatory support. Participants are encouraged to submit original and meaningful designs that visibly represent MSMEs and the ecosystem of professional support that enables them to grow with ease and confidence.
About the Corporate Mitra Scheme:
Corporate Mitra is an initiative of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, to build a pool of qualified and trusted para professionals to support MSMEs in their regulatory, financial, accounting, and governance-related needs. The Government will facilitate the three Professional Institutes i.e. the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), and the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICoAI) in undertaking training and handholding of candidates opting to become Corporate Mitra.
The scheme embodies the vision of a formalized, financially sound, and governance-ready MSME sector — a cornerstone of Viksit Bharat. Corporate Mitras will provide affordable and accessible support in areas such as compliance, GST, accounting, financial guidance, labour and environmental compliance, and secretarial services, ensuring that MSMEs can focus on innovation and growth while meeting regulatory requirements with ease. To ensure wider outreach, Corporate Mitras will primarily operate in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, extending professional assistance to enterprises in emerging business centres across India.
A Brief About the Institutions Involved:
1. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is a statutory body governing the chartered accountancy profession in India, responsible for maintaining financial reporting standards, auditing practices, and fiscal integrity across businesses of all scales.
2. The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is the premier institution regulating company secretaries, who ensure corporate governance, statutory compliance, and legal administration within organizations.
3. The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICoAI) is the professional body overseeing cost and management accounting in India, enabling enterprises to achieve operational efficiency and effective decision-making.
4. The Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government of India, supports and strengthens the MSME ecosystem through policy support, financial schemes, and institutional frameworks.
Additional Information of the Scheme:
Eligibility Criteria:
• Minimum Educational Qualification: Graduates in any discipline from a recognized university.
Areas Covered:
• Book Keeping
• Accounts and Taxation
• GST and Indirect Tax Compliance
• Financial Management
• Banking & Funding
• Corporate Law and Regulatory Compliance including labour and environmental compliance
• MSME Ecosystem and subsidies
• AI for Professional Excellence
• Other related professional areas such as TReDs platform and accounting software.
Total Duration:
1. 12 months (comprising 120–180 hours of structured learning and practical exposure).
2. 6 months – Foundational Course.
3. The foundational course will be launched on the SWAYAM Plus portal with a nominal fee so that graduates from Tier-II and Tier-III cities can pursue the certification.
4. 6 months – On-the-job training with MSMEs and professional firms, along with monthly in-person sessions and handholding by the professional institutions.
Key Features:
1. Direct industry attachment with MSMEs and professional firms.
2. Practical exposure to compliance, accounting, and governance processes.
3. Mentorship from experienced professionals to build confidence and skills.
4. Structured reporting and monitoring to ensure quality outcomes.
Evaluation Process:
Submissions will be evaluated by a specially constituted Expert Committee constituted by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
Evaluation Criteria:
1. Creativity & Originality – elements of creativity, originality, composition, technical excellence, simplicity, artistic merit, visual impact, and relevance.
2. Relevance – alignment with the objectives and vision of the Corporate Mitra Scheme and the MSME ecosystem.
3. Simplicity & Adaptability – scalability across formats and media.
4. The decision of the Expert Committee shall be final and binding.
Gratification:
The winner will receive a cash prize of ₹50,000/- (Rupees Fifty Thousand only).
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For any concerns related to this activity, please connect on the Ministry/Department's official website.
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