Export Promotion Council Membership Reimbursement Scheme for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe
SC/ST-owned micro and small enterprises can get reimbursed for the annual membership fee they pay to Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) — bodies that help businesses access export markets. The reimbursement covers up to 80% of the fee, capped at ₹20,000 per year (excluding GST). Apply through the National SC ST Hub portal at scsthub.in.
About This Scheme
SC/ST-owned micro and small enterprises can get reimbursed for the annual membership fee they pay to Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) — bodies that help businesses access export markets. The reimbursement covers up to 80% of the fee, capped at ₹20,000 per year (excluding GST). Apply through the National SC ST Hub portal at scsthub.in.
Full official description
Launched by the Ministry Of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Export Promotion Council Membership Reimbursement Scheme is a sub scheme under National Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Hub (NSSH) scheme. Under this scheme, reimbursement will be provided to an Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST) Micro & small enterprises(MSEs), on annual membership subscription fee/one-time subscription charges/entry fee charged by various Export Promotion Councils (EPC).
Benefits
- Reimbursement of 80% of the annual EPC membership fee, or ₹20,000 — whichever is lower
- Applicable once per financial year per enterprise
- GST and other applicable taxes are excluded from the reimbursable amount
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category
- Must own or represent a Micro or Small Enterprise (MSE) — medium or large enterprises are not eligible
How to Apply
Registration Process:
Step 01: Visit https://www.scsthub.in/nssh-schemes/.
Step 02: From the scheme list select “Export Promotion Council Membership Fee Reimbursement Scheme” by clicking on it.
Step 03: On the pop up click on Apply Here button.
Step 04: On the next page enter your Full Name, Valid Email ID, Mobile Number, and Password.
Step 05: Now verify the captcha and click on Submit button.
Step 06: Once the account is created Log in with the credentials and furnish all the details as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Export Promotion Council Membership Fee Reimbursement Scheme?
This scheme, provides reimbursement to an SC/ST Micro & small enterprises(MSEs), on annual membership subscription fee/one-time subscription charges/entry fee charged by various Export Promotion Councils (EPC).
Which department has launched this scheme?
This scheme has been launched by the Ministry Of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises.
What are the eligibility criteria?
SC/ST Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) are eligible for this scheme.
How should I apply to avail benefit under the scheme?
You may apply online on National SC-ST website www.scsthub.in
Is there any age criteria to be eligible for this scheme?
No.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Self-certified copy of Udyam Registration.
- Self-certified copy GST Number (if applicable)
- Self-certified copy PAN card case of proprietorship, PAN card of SC/ST proprietor ought to be submitted
- Self-certified copy of Caste certificate of proprietor/ all partners/ directors
- Details of shareholding in case of partnership / Pvt. Ltd / LLP firm. In case of partnership concerns, shareholding of the enterprise would be required to ascertain status of the MSE as SC/ST MSE (shareholding of SC/ST entrepreneur to be > 51%). Attested copy of Partnership Deed for Partnership Firm / Memorandum and Article of Association in case of LLP/Private Limited Company are required
- Attested copy of Certificate of valid Import & Export Code (IEC) allotted by the concerned office of the Joint/ Dy. Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)
- Attested copy of valid Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC) issued by the respective Export Promotion Council (EPC) post registration
- Original/ Attested copy of Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC) issued earlier by the respective EPC, in case of existing members renewing their memberships
- Proof of transferred amount as reimbursement by NSSHO/ NSIC through PFMS under the scheme, where any such assistance is availed earlier with in the same financial year
- Attested (signature with stamp) or original copy of membership fee payment receipt and system generated GST invoice (with breakup of fees paid (entrance fee, annual membership/subscription fee)) for total amount paid to respective Export Promotion Councils (EPCs)
- Cancelled Cheque of the current account of the enterprise from which the EPC membership fee has been debited