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RCMC Registration

Unlock export benefits with RCMC Registration.

A Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) is issued by the Export Promotion Council, Commodity Board, or Export Development Authority relevant to your product or service category, confirming that you're a registered member for the purposes of India's Foreign Trade Policy. It's the credential that links your Import Export Code (IEC) to a recognized trade body.

Without a valid RCMC, exporters and importers can't claim benefits under schemes like RoDTEP, duty exemption or remission schemes, and EPCG — and can miss out on trade delegations, market access support, and preferential customs treatment. Filed with the wrong council, or with mismatched IEC and business details, an application can sit in query loops for months — which is exactly why most trading businesses bring in a registration expert rather than navigating council portals alone.

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RCMC Approval Flow
From IEC verification to certificate
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IEC VerifiedDGFT code checked & linked
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Councils & Boards

Which Export Promotion Council should you register with?

RCMC eligibility depends on matching your product or service to the right council or commodity board. Here's the lineup we register businesses with most often.

FIEO

Federation of Indian Export Organisations — the default council for merchant exporters and products without a dedicated board.

Most Common

EEPC India

Engineering Export Promotion Council, covering engineering goods, machinery, and metal products exporters.

APEDA

Governs agricultural and processed food product exports, including fruits, vegetables, and packaged foods.

CHEMEXCIL

Basic Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics Export Promotion Council, for the chemical and cosmetics trade.

TEXPROCIL

The Cotton Textiles Export Promotion Council, serving cotton yarn, fabric, and made-up exporters.

GJEPC

Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council, covering diamonds, gemstones, and jewellery exporters.

SEPC

Services Export Promotion Council, for IT-enabled, professional, and other service exporters.

PLEXCONCIL

The Plastics Export Promotion Council, for plastic raw material and finished goods exporters.

The Process

From council match to certificate, in eight steps

Here's exactly what happens between deciding to register and holding a valid RCMC in hand.

1

Identify the Right Council

We match your export product or service category to the correct EPC, commodity board, or FIEO.

2

Document Preparation

IEC, PAN, GST certificate, incorporation proof, and bank certificate are gathered and verified.

3

Application Filing

The RCMC application is submitted on the concerned council's portal along with the prescribed fee.

4

Council Verification

The council checks IEC validity, business category, and any past export or import history.

5

Query Resolution

We respond to any clarification or additional-document requests from the council on your behalf.

6

Membership Fee Payment

Once provisionally approved, the applicable annual or one-time membership fee is paid to the council.

7

RCMC Certificate Issuance

The council issues your RCMC, typically valid for five years from the date of issue.

8

DGFT & Scheme Linking

We help link your RCMC to DGFT records so you can start claiming export incentive schemes right away.

Eligibility

Who needs RCMC Registration?

Requirements vary slightly by council, but most applicants share the same baseline eligibility criteria.

Valid Import Export Code

An active IEC issued by DGFT is mandatory before applying for any RCMC.

Registered Business Entity

A proprietorship, partnership, LLP, or company with valid PAN and GST registration.

Defined Product/Service Category

An export or import line item that maps clearly to a recognized council or commodity board.

Intent to Avail Export Incentives

Businesses planning to claim RoDTEP, duty exemption schemes, or EPCG benefits.

Active Trade Bank Account

A current account used for export or import transactions, in the entity's name.

No Pending DGFT Defaults

No blacklisting, penalty proceedings, or IEC suspension pending with DGFT or customs.

Paperwork

Documents you'll need to keep handy

Gathering these upfront is the single biggest thing you can do to speed up your RCMC application.

Import Export Code

Active IEC issued by DGFT

PAN Card

Of the business entity

GST Certificate

Current GST registration proof

Incorporation Proof

Certificate, partnership deed, or LLP agreement

Bank Certificate

Or a cancelled cheque of the trade account

Authorization Letter

Board resolution naming the signatory

Self-Declaration

Of the export or import product category

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo of signatory

Why It's Worth It

What RCMC Registration actually buys you

Beyond the certificate itself, RCMC changes which schemes, markets, and support programs your business can tap into.

Export Incentive Access

Eligibility for RoDTEP, duty drawback, and similar schemes

EPCG Scheme Eligibility

Import capital goods at concessional duty rates

Trade Fair Participation

Access to council-organized delegations and exhibitions

Market Access Support

Council guidance on new and emerging export markets

Duty Exemption Benefits

Reduced or exempted duties on qualifying trade

Overseas Buyer Credibility

Recognized membership signals a legitimate exporter

Council Advisories

Early access to policy updates and market intelligence

Faster Customs Clearance

Smoother processing at ports with verified credentials

After Registration

Keeping your RCMC active, year after year

Getting the certificate is the start, not the finish — here's what keeps it valid and usable for scheme claims.

Annual Membership Renewal

Most councils require yearly membership fee payment to keep the RCMC active.

Updating IEC/Business Details

Any change in address, directors, or bank details must be reflected with the council.

Export Performance Reporting

Periodic reporting of export figures as required by the concerned council.

Council Fee Tracking

Timely payment of subscription and renewal fees to avoid lapses.

Renewal Before Expiry

RCMCs are typically valid for five years — we track expiry and file renewals well in advance.

Amendment Filing

Product category or entity changes are updated through a formal amendment request.

Why Hisho & Kanri

RCMC registration handled by people who do this daily

We've filed RCMC applications across export councils in India, Singapore, and Malaysia to know exactly where things usually go wrong — and how to avoid it.

Trade Compliance Experts

Professionals who track DGFT policy and council requirements closely.

Fast Processing

Applications reviewed and filed without avoidable back-and-forth delays.

Affordable Pricing

Transparent packages with no hidden council-fee surprises.

Transparent Process

You see every filing and status update, not just a final certificate.

Dedicated Support

One point of contact from your first call through certificate issuance and beyond.

Secure Documentation

Your trade and identity documents handled under strict confidentiality.

FAQ

Common questions about RCMC Registration

Can't find your question here? Use the form alongside this page and we'll answer it directly.

It's a certificate confirming that an exporter or importer is a registered member of the Export Promotion Council or commodity board relevant to their product category, as required under India's Foreign Trade Policy.

The concerned Export Promotion Council, Commodity Board, or Export Development Authority for your product or service, or FIEO where no dedicated council exists.

It's mandatory only if you want to claim benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy, such as duty schemes or RoDTEP — exporters who don't need those incentives can trade without one.

Most RCMCs are valid for five years from the date of issue, after which a renewal application must be filed with the same council.

Yes, if your business exports products across categories governed by different councils, you can hold more than one RCMC simultaneously.

IEC is the basic code that authorizes you to import or export at all; RCMC is a separate membership certificate needed on top of that to access specific promotional schemes and incentives.

Typically around 5 working days once all documents are in order, though timing can vary by council and application volume.

Scheme benefits tied to RCMC become unavailable until it's renewed, so it's best to file the renewal well before the expiry date.

Yes, service exporters register through the Services Export Promotion Council (SEPC) or another applicable body depending on the service category.

Membership fees vary by council and business turnover slab — share your product category with us and we'll confirm the exact fee upfront.

Because we handle council filings daily across three countries, keep you informed at every step, and stay on for renewals long after your first RCMC is issued.