APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority) registration is mandatory for exporters dealing in “Scheduled Products” like fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, and processed foods. The registration results in a Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC). It is essential for ensuring that food products meet international quality standards and for accessing financial assistance and subsidies provided by the government for agricultural exports.
Eligibility & Criteria
- Fees (Amended): ₹5,000 + 18% GST (for MSMEs); ₹10,000 + 18% GST (for Large Enterprises).
- Forms: Online application on the APEDA portal.
- Penalties: Exporting scheduled agricultural products without APEDA RCMC is a violation of the Foreign Trade Policy and can lead to the seizure of goods.
| Service | Deliverable to Client | Value-Added Benefits for Our Clients |
|---|---|---|
| GST Online Seller | GST Registration + Filing Receipts | HSN Profitability Analysis: Advising which products have better margins after GST. |
| TCS Reconciliation | Reconciliation Summary Report | Discrepancy Letter: Drafted letter for the marketplace to fix data errors. |
| TCS Refund | Refund Sanction Order (RFD-06) | Working Capital Report: Showing the cash flow freed up through the refund. |
| IEC Registration | IEC Certificate (e-IEC) | Annual Update Service: Ensuring the IEC never goes into "De-activated" status. |
| AD Code Reg. | Port-wise Registration Confirmation | Incentive Tracking: Ensuring Export Drawbacks are hitting the bank account. |
| APEDA Reg. | RCMC Certificate | Subsidy Guide: A list of APEDA schemes the client can apply for. |