If you want to start an agriculture export business, you need to apply for APEDA registration. This registration is required for exporting scheduled agricultural or processed food products from India to other countries. For professional assistance in securing this registration, you can get in touch with our experienced consultants at Registrationwala.
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🔶 Helping you prepare required documentation for application.
🔶 Filing APEDA registration application on your behalf.
🔶 Tracking APEDA application status to keep you updated.
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APEDA Registration Process
APEDA registration certificate, officially known as APEDA Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate, is a mandatory compliance requirement for those who want to operate an export business specifically engaged in the export of scheduled agricultural or processed food products from India. This includes products like fruits and vegetables, meat and meat products, dairy and poultry products and medicinal plants among others.
To apply for APEDA RCMC certificate, you need to file an online application through the DGFT portal. Once you obtain this certificate, you become legally authorised to export scheduled agricultural/processed food products from India. This registration opens doors to several international trade opportunities. It also allows you to claim certain export benefits under Foreign Trade Policies.
Let’s take a quick look at details related to APEDA registration in India as of 2026:
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Details |
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Certificate Name |
Officially known as APEDA Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate. |
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APEDA Application Portal |
DGFT Portal @ dgft.gov.in |
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Mandatory Pre-requisite |
To apply for APEDA RCMC certificate, an active Import Export Code (IEC) issued by DGFT is a mandatory pre-requisite. |
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APEDA Registration Fee |
The government fee for APEDA registration is Rs. 5,000 + 18% GST = Rs. 5,900. |
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APEDA Certificate Validity |
5 Financial Years |
Entities planning to deal in export of products covered under Schedule I and II of APEDA Act 1985 are required to obtain APEDA RCMC online. Some common products covered under these schedules include:-
Fruits and Vegetables, including fresh and frozen fruits, fresh and frozen vegetables, dried fruits and dried vegetables.
Meat and meat products like frozen meat and canned meat.
Dairy products, including milk, yoghurt, etc.
Confectionery, biscuits and bakery products.
Wheat, Maize, Coarse Grains, Rice (incl. Basmati and Non-Basmati Rice).
Floriculture and seeds, including cut flowers, medicinal plants and seeds.
Below, we have provided APEDA registration documents list required for filing APEDA license online application:-
Documents for Establishing Business Proof
Copy of Active Import Export Code (IEC).
Copy of Company/Firm PAN Card.
GST Registration Certificate.
Certificate of Incorporation, Partnership Deed or Proprietorship Proof.
Banking & Financial Documents
Bank Certificate signed & sealed by Bank Manager or Cancelled Cheque.
Latest Bank Statement of 2 Months.
Other Documents
FSSAI Food License for processed food/edible item exporters.
Digital Signature Certificate for submitting APEDA application online. Alternatively, Aadhaar e-signature can be used.
Below, we have explained general steps involved in APEDA registration process on DGFT. Once you go through all the steps, you will get an idea about how the whole process works.
The IEC is required by most businesses engaged in import/export of goods/services, including agricultural product export companies in India. It is a unique 10-digit identification number issued by the DGFT through DGFT portal. It needs to be secured prior to filing APEDA registration application. For assistance in securing this, you can connect with Registrationwala team.
The APEDA RCMC certificate is applied for through the DGFT portal, i.e., the same portal where you apply for and obtain your IEC. Once you have obtained your IEC, you can log in to the DGFT portal using your existing username and password and apply for the APEDA e-RCMC. In other words, you do not need to create a separate account for APEDA RCMC if you already have a DGFT account for your IEC.
After logging in to the portal, you need to choose the option to apply for e-RCMC and then select APEDA as registering authority. You must then begin filling out APEDA e-RCMC form with necessary details like exporter type and specific scheduled product categories.
Once you’re done with filling out necessary details, you need to attach relevant documents like Bank Certificate, Certificate of Incorporation/Partnership Deed/ Proprietorship Proof and FSSAI license to name a few.
To submit your application form, you must pay APEDA registration fee of Rs. 5,900 using any of the available payment methods like Net Banking, UPI, Debit Card or Credit Credit.
Once you have submitted application, you must wait for APEDA regional office to review it. If application aligns with all the requirements, the authority shall digitally issue APEDA certificate online directly through portal.
Registrationwala is one of the leading providers of APEDA registration services in India. Our team comprises experienced professionals, including chartered accountants, company secretaries, lawyers and business consultants carrying years of experience in the field. For more than a decade, we have been helping entrepreneurs to build their businesses from the ground up while ensuring they meet all the legal as well as regulatory compliance requirements.
Here is how we can help you with the entire APEDA registration process:-
Complete professional support for IEC generation and FSSAI licensing.
APEDA e-RCMC application filing on your behalf.
Assistance in query resolution and application tracking with DGFT/APEDA regional offices.
Getting your business APEDA-registered in a smooth and timely manner.
Fulfilling post-registration compliance requirements.
Assistance in APEDA RCMC renewal.
Q1. What is APEDA full form?
A. APEDA full form is Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority. It refers to a statutory apex body under Ministry of Commerce and Industry responsible for granting APEDA certificates to businesses wanting to export agricultural/processed food products from India.
Q2. What is APEDA license?
A. APEDA license refers to the Export License for Agricultural Products.
Q3. Which portal do I need to visit to apply for APEDA RCMC?
A. Many individuals still think that the designated portal for filing APEDA RCMC application is the official APEDA portal. However, since 17 July 2023, the designated portal for filing this application is the DGFT portal.
Q4. Why is APEDA certificate required?
A. APEDA certificate is required for exporting scheduled agricultural products and processed food products from India to another country.
Q5. What is APEDA certificate validity?
A. APEDA certificate offers a validity of 5 financial years.
Q6. Do I need to obtain Import Export Code prior to filing APEDA registration application?
A. Yes. You need to obtain the Import Export Code prior to filing the APEDA registration application.
Q7. What is the government fee for APEDA RCMC?
A. The fee charged by the government for issuing the APEDA RCMC is Rs. 5,900, which includes Rs. 5,000 + 18% GST. If you take assistance of a professional consultant for obtaining RCMC, additional charges apply for their professional services.
Q8. Can Registrationwala help me in obtaining APEDA registration?
A. Yes. Registrationwala is one of the best APEDA registration consultants in India. Our team can help you in obtaining this registration by ensuring you fulfill required eligibility criteria and complete documentation and application formalities correctly in a timely manner.
Q9. Do I need to obtain DSC to apply for APEDA registration?
A. Yes. You usually need to obtain a Class-III DSC to apply for APEDA registration. However, if you do not have it, you can use the Aadhaar-based e-Sign option instead.
Q10. Do I require APEDA RCMC for basmati rice export business?
A. Yes. You certainly require APEDA RCMC for basmati export business.
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