DGFT extends RoDTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products) scheme benefits for exports made between April 1 to September 30, 2026.
WHAT IS RoDTEP?
RoDTEP stands for Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products. It refunds embedded central, state, and local duties and taxes on exported goods that are not refunded under any other existing scheme, such as GST refunds or duty drawback. The scheme replaced the earlier MEIS (Merchandise Exports from India Scheme) to make India's export incentives compliant with WTO norms.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
- Existing rates and value caps continue unchanged
- No new application required
- All eligible exporters automatically covered
- Scheme valid: April 1 — September 30, 2026
- Budget allocation FY26: Rs 18,232 crore
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR RoDTEP?
- Exporters across most sectors are covered, except a small list of excluded categories
- Must hold a valid IEC (Import Export Code)
- Goods must be exported through EDI-enabled ports
- Both manufacturer-exporters and merchant-exporters can claim
HOW TO CLAIM RoDTEP — STEP BY STEP
1. File your shipping bill with the RoDTEP claim declaration
2. A scroll is automatically generated on ICEGATE after shipment
3. The credit amount reflects in your RoDTEP ledger
4. Use the credit to pay future customs duty on imports, or transfer it as per current rules
WHY THIS EXTENSION MATTERS
Since rates and value caps remain unchanged and no new application is required, exporters can continue claiming RoDTEP benefits without any disruption or paperwork delay between April and September 2026. This continuity helps maintain cost competitiveness for Indian exports during the period.
WHO IS AFFECTED: All Indian merchandise exporters
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need to reapply for RoDTEP after this extension?
No. Eligible exporters are automatically covered — no fresh application is required.
Will the refund rates change during this extension period?
No. Existing rates and value caps continue unchanged for this period.
Where can I check my RoDTEP credit status?
You can check your RoDTEP ledger balance directly on the ICEGATE portal under your exporter login.
SOURCE: DGFT Notification / commerce.gov.in