Compliance
Quick answer: RCMC registration with the relevant export promotion council.
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Identify the right Export Promotion Council based on the product category under the DGFT foreign trade policy.
Validate IEC on the DGFT portal and GSTIN on the GST portal before starting RCMC registration on the EPC portal.
File the RCMC application on the relevant Export Promotion Council portal with IEC, GSTIN, PAN and product list.
Upload incorporation, MOA / AOA and bank proof; pay the council membership fee online for the chosen period.
Receive the Registration Cum Membership Certificate with the council seal and validity for use with DGFT and customs.
Assist with five-yearly RCMC renewal, addition of new HS codes and changes in directors or bank details on the portal.
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7 documents needed for rcmc registration.
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Why file rcmc registration with FinTax24 instead of doing it yourself.
| Aspect | DIY / Portal | Local Tax Consultant | FinTax24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filing time | 7–14 days (typical) | Varies by availability and workload | 5-7 working days |
| Expert review | None | Depends on the consultant | Expert verified on every filing |
| Document check | You self-verify; rejected on portal | Manual review may vary | Pre-verified by our team before submission |
| Support | Email / chatbot | Appointment-based or office hours | WhatsApp + phone, Mon–Sat 10 AM–7 PM IST |
| Pricing | Government fees only | Consultant fee + government fees | Transparent: From ₹4,999 + govt fees |
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It depends on your product category. APEDA for agri and processed food, EPCH for handicrafts, EEPC for engineering, CHEMEXCIL for chemicals, TEXPROCIL for textiles and so on.
Yes. RCMC with the relevant Export Promotion Council is mandatory for claiming DGFT export incentive schemes like MEIS, SEIS and RoDTEP under the foreign trade policy.
RCMC is typically valid for five years from the date of issue and must be renewed before expiry. Some councils offer lifetime RCMC on payment of a higher one-time fee.
For agri and processed food exports, APEDA registration is a prerequisite for the RCMC with APEDA as the council. APEDA also acts as the council for those product categories.
Yes. Service exporters can register with the relevant services EPC such as ESC for IT, SEPC for services or FIEO for multi-service exporters under the foreign trade policy.
The council membership fee varies from ₹5,000 to ₹50,000 depending on the council and the chosen validity period. We help you pick the right plan before payment.
RCMC is not mandatory for every shipping bill but is required for claiming export incentive schemes, AD code bank registration and council benefits under the foreign trade policy.
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Sources & authority: For regulations on rcmc registration, refer to FinTax24 Compliance Desk.
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