RCMC Registration
An RCMC (Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate) from the relevant Export Promotion Council is what lets exporters claim benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy. We identify your council and get your RCMC.
Starts at
₹2,999
Government fees, department fees, inspection requirements, professional fees, renewal fees, penalties and state/local authority charges may vary based on business type, location, turnover, employee count, licence category and official requirements.
Timeline
By the council
Documents
IEC & product details
Export-benefit eligibility
From an EPC/Board
Product-category linked
Expert-guided
Pricing
RCMC registration
Council membership fees vary by council and category and are shown separately. Pricing covers identifying the right council and the application.
RCMC
One council
+ GST + council fee
- Council identification
- Application & documents
- DGFT e-RCMC filing
- Query handling
Export Benefit Setup
RCMC + guidance
By products
- Right council(s)
- RCMC registration
- Scheme-benefit guidance
- Dedicated reviewer
Prices are professional fees and indicative. Government fees, stamp duty, DSC, PAN/TAN, state charges and third-party costs are extra and may change. A final engagement summary separates each component before payment.
Overview
What is RCMC Registration?
An RCMC (Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate) is issued by an Export Promotion Council (EPC), Commodity Board or authority recognised under the Foreign Trade Policy, certifying that you are registered with them as an exporter of a particular product category. It's the key that unlocks export incentives, concessions and scheme benefits under the FTP.
Which body issues your RCMC depends on your product — for example agri/processed foods go through APEDA, while engineering, textiles, chemicals and others each have their own council. RCMC is now applied for through the DGFT's common e-RCMC platform.
We identify the correct council for your products and file your RCMC so you can claim the export benefits you're entitled to.
Is it for you?
Who needs it — and who doesn't
Recommended if
- Exporters wanting FTP scheme benefits
- Manufacturer- and merchant-exporters
- Businesses claiming export incentives/concessions
- Members required to hold an RCMC for their sector
May not be needed if
- Pure domestic businesses
- Exporters not seeking any scheme benefit (rare)
Benefits
Why it's worth doing right
Unlock export benefits
An RCMC is required to avail many incentives and concessions under the Foreign Trade Policy.
Right council, right products
We map your products to the correct EPC/Board so your RCMC actually covers what you export.
Council support
Council membership also brings trade leads, events and sector support.
Eligibility
Eligibility & key conditions
- You have an IEC
- You export (or will export) a defined product category
- You can provide product and business details
Documents
Documents required
What we need
- IEC details
- Product categories exported
- Business constitution and PAN
- Bank certificate (some councils)
- Membership/application forms
Process
A clear path from start to filed
Official filing
How the DGFT e-RCMC (linked to the relevant EPC/Board) flow works
RCMC is applied for through the DGFT's common e-RCMC platform, which routes the application to the relevant Export Promotion Council or Board with the membership fee; the council verifies and issues the certificate.
We file through the official DGFT e-RCMC platform and coordinate with the council. We never claim a private API or guaranteed issuance — the RCMC is issued by the council.
Costs
Fees & cost breakdown
| Cost component | Indicative amount |
|---|---|
| Professional feePer council/application | From ₹2,999 |
| Council membership feeStatutory/council-set; shown separately | By council/category |
Deliverables
What you receive on completion
After this filing
What you need to stay compliant next
Renew membership
Council memberships and RCMC have validity/renewal cycles — we track them.
Use the benefits
We point you to the FTP schemes your RCMC unlocks for your products.
Avoid delays
Common mistakes & reasons for rejection
Common mistakes
- Applying to the wrong council for your product
- Assuming IEC alone gives scheme benefits (RCMC is needed)
- Letting the RCMC/membership lapse
- Mismatched product categories
AI-powered assistance
AI does the heavy lifting. Experts make the call.
AI assists with checks, drafting and explanations only. A qualified professional reviews every defined checkpoint and the final filing before submission. AI does not make consequential compliance decisions on its own.
Get your RCMC and claim export benefits
We identify the right Export Promotion Council for your products and file your RCMC — so you can access FTP incentives.
Compare
RCMC Registration vs APEDA Registration
| Factor | RCMC Registration | APEDA Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | RCMC across many councils | RCMC specifically via APEDA |
| Products | All export sectors | Scheduled agri/processed foods |
| Issuer | Relevant EPC/Board | APEDA |
Use cases
Built for how real businesses operate
Engineering exporter
Need: Scheme benefits
We suggest: RCMC via EEPC (engineering council).
Textile exporter
Need: FTP incentives
We suggest: RCMC via the relevant textile council.
Why MyFinancialAdvisory
A more accountable way to stay compliant
Quality & accountability
Reviewed by compliance experts
Every rcmc registration engagement is prepared with structured checks and signed off by qualified professionals before anything is filed — speed without sacrificing accuracy.
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Business registration & licensing review
Our registration and licensing applications are prepared with AI-assisted checks and reviewed by qualified professionals experienced in MSME, FSSAI, IEC, labour and NGO registrations before anything is submitted. Business compliance, powered by AI — verified where possible, reviewed by experts, tracked by you.
Structured document checks
Documents and eligibility follow structured checks before expert review.
Expert-reviewed before filing
A qualified professional signs off every defined checkpoint.
Compliance-safe guidance
Advice mapped to current rules — no shortcuts, no guesswork.
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FAQs
RCMC Registration — frequently asked questions
What is an RCMC?
A Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate from an Export Promotion Council or Board, certifying your registration as an exporter of a product category. It's needed to claim many Foreign Trade Policy benefits.
Who needs an RCMC?
Exporters who want to avail incentives, concessions or scheme benefits under the FTP. Which council issues it depends on your product.
How is the right council decided?
By your export product — e.g. APEDA for scheduled agri/processed foods, EEPC for engineering, and other councils for textiles, chemicals, etc. We map it for you.
How do I apply for an RCMC?
Through the DGFT's common e-RCMC platform, which routes your application to the relevant council with the membership fee. We file it.
Is an IEC enough to get export benefits?
No — an IEC lets you export, but many scheme benefits also require an RCMC from the relevant council.
Does the RCMC need renewal?
Yes — RCMC and council membership have validity and renewal cycles, which we track.
Can one business hold multiple RCMCs?
Yes, if you export products spanning multiple councils, you may need more than one. We advise based on your product range.
Ready to get rcmc registration done?
Start with a quick conversation. We’ll confirm scope, documents, fees and the next deadline.