The Export Promotion Council Membership Reimbursement Scheme is a sub-scheme under the National SC/ST Hub (NSSH), launched by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises. It aims to encourage participation of SC/ST entrepreneurs in global markets by reimbursing part of the Export Promotion Council (EPC) membership charges.
Benefits
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80% reimbursement or ₹20,000/- (whichever is less) per financial year
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Applicable to annual membership fee, entry fee, or one-time subscription charges paid to any recognized Export Promotion Council (EPC)
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GST and applicable taxes excluded from reimbursement
Eligibility
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Applicant must belong to SC/ST category
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Must represent a Micro or Small Enterprise (MSE)
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In case of firms (LLP/Partnership/Pvt. Ltd), SC/ST shareholding must be more than 51%
Application Process
Mode: Online
Step 1: Visit https://www.scsthub.in/nssh-schemes
Step 2: Select the scheme “Export Promotion Council Membership Fee Reimbursement Scheme”
Step 3: Click on “Apply Here”
Step 4: Fill in your Full Name, Email, Mobile Number, and Password
Step 5: Complete captcha verification and click Submit
Step 6: Log in using credentials and fill the application form
Step 7: Upload all mandatory documents and submit the application
Documents Required
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Self-certified Udyam Registration Certificate
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Self-certified GST Registration Certificate (if applicable)
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Self-certified PAN Card (Proprietor’s PAN in case of proprietorship)
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Self-certified Caste Certificate of proprietor/partners/directors
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Partnership Deed / MOA & AOA for LLP/Pvt. Ltd. firms
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Shareholding details confirming >51% SC/ST ownership
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Attested copy of valid Import & Export Code (IEC) from DGFT
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Attested copy of RCMC (Registration Cum Membership Certificate) issued by the EPC
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Attested copy of RCMC renewal (if applicable)
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Proof of previous PFMS reimbursement, if claimed in the same year
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Original/attested receipt and system-generated GST invoice (clearly breaking up fees paid)
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Cancelled cheque of the enterprise’s current account used for EPC payment
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Can an SC/ST entrepreneur in a partnership apply?
Yes, if the SC/ST ownership in the partnership is more than 51% -
Q: Is the reimbursement taxable?
GST and other taxes are excluded from reimbursement -
Q: How often can I apply?
Only once per financial year, subject to a cap of ₹20,000 or 80% -
Q: What if I already received assistance under another scheme?
You can still apply, but previous disbursements in the same year must be disclosed