Overview
If you are an exporter in India looking to avail export incentives, duty drawback benefits, and participate in government trade promotion programmes, you need a Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC). RCMC is issued by Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and Commodity Boards that certifies your membership and allows you to access benefits under India's Foreign Trade Policy (FTP).
Startup Dost provides complete assistance in obtaining RCMC from the appropriate Export Promotion Council based on your export products.
What is RCMC Registration?
Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC) is a document issued by an Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board. Major EPCs include:
- FIEO — Federation of Indian Export Organisations (general exporters)
- EEPC India — Engineering Export Promotion Council
- Chemexcil — Basic Chemicals, Cosmetics & Dyes Export Promotion Council
- GJEPC — Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council
- APEDA — Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority
- MPEDA — Marine Products Export Development Authority
- SEPC — Services Export Promotion Council
- Pharmexcil — Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council
- CAPEXIL — Chemical and Allied Products Export Promotion Council
- AEPC — Apparel Export Promotion Council
Why RCMC Registration is Important
- FTP Benefits: Mandatory for availing RoDTEP, advance authorisation, EPCG scheme, and duty drawback.
- Export Incentive Claims: Without RCMC, exporters cannot claim incentives from DGFT.
- Trade Fairs & Exhibitions: Subsidised participation in international trade fairs organised by EPCs.
- Market Intelligence: Access to market reports, buyer databases, and trade leads.
- Dispute Resolution: EPCs assist with trade disputes through arbitration and mediation.
- Government Advocacy: EPCs represent exporters' interests on policy matters.
- Certification Support: Support for quality certifications and standards compliance.
Who Needs RCMC Registration?
- All exporters wishing to avail Foreign Trade Policy benefits
- Manufacturers and merchant exporters of engineering goods, chemicals, textiles, pharmaceuticals
- Service exporters including IT, ITES, consulting
- Exporters seeking advance authorisation or EPCG licences
- Businesses wanting to participate in government-sponsored international trade fairs
- Exporters claiming duty drawback and RoDTEP benefits
Documents Required for RCMC Registration
- Valid IEC certificate from DGFT
- PAN Card of the business entity
- GST Registration Certificate
- Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed / Proprietorship proof
- Bank account details with cancelled cheque
- Export turnover details for the last 3 years (if applicable)
- Details of products to be exported with ITC (HS) Codes
- Company profile on letterhead
- Passport-size photograph of the authorised signatory
- Membership application form of the relevant EPC
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
Process for RCMC Registration
Step 1: Identify the Right EPC
Based on your export products and ITC (HS) codes, we identify the most appropriate Export Promotion Council.
Step 2: Document Preparation
Our team collects and prepares all documents as per the specific EPC's requirements.
Step 3: Application Filing
We file the RCMC application on the EPC portal or through the DGFT portal.
Step 4: Membership Fee Payment
EPC membership fee is paid. Fees typically range from INR 5,000 to INR 36,000 depending on the council.
Step 5: Verification & Approval
The EPC verifies the application and documents.
Step 6: RCMC Issuance
RCMC is issued with a 5-year validity period, available for download from the EPC portal.
Benefits of Choosing Startup Dost
- EPC Selection Guidance: We help identify the right Export Promotion Council for your products.
- Complete Filing Support: Document preparation to application submission.
- Multi-Council Registration: We manage applications with multiple EPCs simultaneously.
- FTP Advisory: Guidance on maximising Foreign Trade Policy benefits.
- Renewal Management: Proactive tracking and renewal before expiry.
- Affordable Pricing: Competitive professional fees. EPC membership fees charged at actuals.
Maximise your export benefits and join the right Export Promotion Council. Get your RCMC Registration done with Startup Dost.
