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APEDA Registration
Registration-cum-membership for exporters of APEDA-scheduled products.
- Free first consultation
- Clear document checklist
- Updates at every step
Overview
What is APEDA Registration?
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) promotes exports of scheduled agricultural and processed food products.
Exporters of APEDA-scheduled products generally need its Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC). An Importer Exporter Code is a prerequisite.
RCMC holders can access APEDA's export promotion support, subject to the terms of each programme.
Who is this for?
Exporters of agricultural and processed food products.
How AAVKARSETU helps
- Check whether your products fall under APEDA
- Prepare the RCMC application
- Coordinate the filing and follow-up
Benefits
Why it matters for your business
- 01
Export compliance
Meet the registration requirement for exporting scheduled products.
- 02
Scheme access
Eligibility to apply for APEDA assistance programmes.
- 03
Market information
Access to APEDA's trade information and promotional platforms.
- 04
Buyer confidence
Registration signals an established export business.
What's included
Our apeda registration support
- Check whether your products fall under APEDA's schedule
- Preparation of the RCMC application
- Filing and follow-up
- Guidance on renewals and related registrations
Documents
Documents commonly required
The exact list depends on your business type and situation — we share a checklist specific to you.
- 01Importer Exporter Code
- 02PAN and constitution proof
- 03Bank certificate or cancelled cheque
- 04Address proof of the business
Process
How it works with AAVKARSETU
- 1
Free consultation
We understand your business and confirm that apeda registration is the right fit.
- 2
Plan & checklist
Share your business details and we confirm which registration fits.
- 3
Prepare & apply
We prepare the application and a document checklist with you.
- 4
Follow-up & next steps
We file it and keep you updated until the authority processes it.
What affects the timeline
- Validity of IEC and supporting documents
- APEDA processing and queries
Final decisions on registrations, certifications, loans and grants rest with the authority, lender or programme concerned. We help you prepare and apply the right way.
FAQs
APEDA Registration: common questions
It applies to products listed in APEDA's schedule. Other products may fall under different export promotion councils.
Yes, an IEC is required before applying for APEDA registration.
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