FIEO
Federation of Indian Export Organisations — general merchandise, multi-product and services not covered by specific EPCs.
RCMC REGISTRATION
Rcmc Registration Registration
Registration Cum Membership Certificate from Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and Commodity Boards. Mandatory for RoDTEP, duty drawback, MDA and government trade fairs. 5-year validity. All major EPCs covered — FIEO, EEPC, CHEMEXCIL, APEDA, Spice Board, MPEDA and more.
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5 YearsTypical Validity
30+EPCs Covered
EXPORTERS · RoDTEP · DRAWBACK
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SAMPLE
IEC / Export Trade Certificate
Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) — sample IEC certificate
Illustrative sample. Your official certificate is issued after approval.
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EPC Membership
Official registration with the Export Promotion Council for your product category
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Mandatory for Benefits
Required for RoDTEP, duty drawback, MDA, MAI and government trade fairs
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5-Year Validity
Typically co-terminus with the Foreign Trade Policy period; renewable
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IEC Prerequisite
Valid Import Export Code from DGFT is mandatory before applying
OVERVIEW
What is RCMC?
RCMC (Registration Cum Membership Certificate) is an official membership certificate issued by Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and Commodity Boards recognised by DGFT under the Foreign Trade Policy. It confirms that an exporter is a registered member of the relevant council for their product category.
Under the FTDR Act, 1992 and the Foreign Trade Policy 2023, RCMC is mandatory to avail RoDTEP, duty drawback, Market Development Assistance (MDA), Market Access Initiative (MAI) and participation in government-sponsored trade fairs. Without RCMC, even a valid IEC and active exports do not unlock these incentives. The certificate is typically valid for 5 years and must be renewed to continue benefits.
Issued By
Export Promotion Councils / Boards
Prerequisite
Valid IEC from DGFT
Validity
Typically 5 years
Key Use
RoDTEP · Drawback · MDA · Trade Fairs
WHY RCMC
Government Schemes That Need RCMC
| Scheme | Benefit | RCMC? |
|---|---|---|
| RoDTEP | Remission of embedded duties & taxes on exports | Mandatory |
| Duty Drawback | Refund of customs duty on inputs used in exports | Mandatory |
| MDA / MAI | Support for trade fairs, exhibitions & market development | Mandatory |
| Trade Fairs | Subsidised participation in government-sponsored events | Mandatory |
| Buyer-Seller Meets | EPC-facilitated meetings with international buyers | Mandatory |
EPCs
Major Export Promotion Councils
EEPC India
Engineering goods, iron & steel, auto components, machinery and hardware.
CHEMEXCIL
Basic chemicals, dyes, agrochemicals, cosmetics, essential oils and castor oil.
APEDA · Spice Board · MPEDA
Agri & processed food (APEDA); spices (Spice Board); marine products (MPEDA).
ELIGIBILITY
Who Can Apply
Valid IEC
Must hold an active Import Export Code from DGFT.
Any Entity Type
Proprietorship, partnership, LLP, company or HUF engaged in exports.
Product-Matched EPC
Application must be made to the EPC that covers your product or service category.
New or Existing Exporters
Both first-time and existing exporters can apply; prior invoices help but are not always mandatory.
DOCUMENTS
What You Typically Need
1. IEC Certificate
Valid Import Export Code issued by DGFT (mandatory prerequisite).
2. GST Certificate
Active GSTIN certificate of the exporting entity.
3. PAN & Entity Docs
PAN of firm/company; COI, Partnership Deed or LLP Agreement.
4. Bank Certificate
Bank certificate or AD Code certificate on bank letterhead; cancelled cheque.
5. Authorisation
Board resolution or authorisation letter and photo of authorised signatory.
6. Export Evidence (if any)
Export invoices / Shipping Bills for existing exporters (as required by the EPC).
PROCESS
How RCMC Registration Works
1. EPC Identification
Identify the correct Export Promotion Council based on your product or service category.
2. Document Preparation
Gather IEC, GST, PAN, entity documents, bank certificate and authorisation.
3. Application Filing
File application with the EPC (online or as prescribed) and pay membership fees.
4. Verification
EPC verifies documents and membership category; may raise queries if needed.
5. Certificate
RCMC issued (typically 7–15 working days). Valid for 5 years; renew before expiry.
WHY CHOOSE US
Why Corporate Mart for RCMC?
Correct EPC Match
Product category mapped to the right council so benefits and jurisdiction align.
All Major EPCs
FIEO, EEPC, CHEMEXCIL, APEDA, Spice Board, MPEDA, SEPC and others supported.
Document Completeness
Checklist and preparation so applications are not delayed by missing papers.
Renewal Reminders
5-year validity means timely renewal is critical. We remind and assist before expiry.
IEC → Right EPC → Docs → Apply → RCMC Certificate
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Registration Cum Membership Certificate issued by an Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board. It confirms membership for your product category and is required to claim government export incentives under the Foreign Trade Policy.
You can export with only IEC, but RCMC is mandatory to claim RoDTEP, duty drawback, MDA, MAI and to participate in many government-sponsored trade fairs and buyer-seller meets.
The EPC that covers your product category — e.g. EEPC for engineering, CHEMEXCIL for chemicals, APEDA for agri/processed food, Spice Board for spices, MPEDA for marine, SEPC for services, FIEO for general/multi-product.
Typically 5 years, often aligned with the Foreign Trade Policy period. It must be renewed before expiry to continue availing benefits.
IEC certificate, GST certificate, PAN, entity documents (COI/deed/agreement), bank certificate or AD Code, cancelled cheque, authorisation letter and photo. Existing exporters may need export invoices/Shipping Bills.
Typically 7–15 working days after a complete application and fee payment, depending on the EPC. Incomplete documents or wrong EPC choice can delay issuance.
Varies by EPC and membership category. FIEO often ranges ₹5,000–₹15,000; other councils have their own schedules. Government/statutory fees are separate from our professional fee.
Yes, if you export multiple product categories that fall under different EPCs. Each RCMC is product/council-specific. We can help identify which councils apply to your portfolio.
