International Cooperation Scheme 2026: Financial Assistance for First-Time MSE Exporters
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Quick answer
The International Cooperation Scheme (ICS-CBFTE) provides financial assistance to first-time micro and small enterprise exporters for RCMC registration, export insurance premium and testing/quality certification. Eligible enterprises with valid Udyam Registration and an IEC not older than 3 years can receive up to 75% of RCMC costs (max ₹20,000/-), up to ₹10,000/- for insurance premium, and 75% of certification fees (max ₹1.00 Lakh, max 3 certificates per year). Applications are submitted online via the IC Scheme portal https://ic.msme.gov.in with the required documents.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Financial aid for first-time MSE exporters |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The International Cooperation Scheme (ICS-CBFTE) launched by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises aims to help first-time micro and small enterprise exporters by reimbursing costs related to RCMC registration, export insurance premium and testing/quality certification. It supports MSEs in meeting international standards and accessing global markets through financial assistance on a reimbursement basis.
Benefits
- 75% of RCMC charges up to ₹20,000/-
- Maximum ₹10,000/- for export insurance premium per financial year
- 75% of testing and quality certification fee up to ₹1.00 Lakh per unit (maximum 3 certificates per financial year)
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Micro and Small Enterprises with valid Udyam Registration
- Importer Exporter Code (IEC) not older than 3 years on the date of export shipment
Documents required
- IEC copy not older than 3 years on the date of export shipment
- RCMC fee receipt
- Proof of export carried out in the same financial year for which RCMC is claimed
- Receipt of Export Insurance Premium
- Proof of export shipment for which insurance is claimed
- Testing and quality certification certificate
- Proof of export shipment of the product for which certification is claimed
- Proof of mandatory requirement of Testing and Quality Certification for such export
- Self‑certification that benefits under MAI Scheme have not been availed for the same purpose
How to apply
- 1Visit the IC Scheme portal at https://ic.msme.gov.in.
- 2Register as a new user or log in if already registered.
- 3Select ‘Capacity Building of First Time MSE Exporters’ and fill the online application form with the required details.
- 4Upload the prescribed documents and submit the claim for reimbursement.
Frequently asked questions
What is the International Cooperation Scheme?+
The scheme aims to build capacity of MSMEs for entering export markets by facilitating participation in international exhibitions/fairs/conferences/seminars/buyer‑seller meets and reimbursing costs related to RCMC, export insurance premium and testing/quality certification.
Who is eligible to apply under the scheme?+
Micro and Small Enterprises with valid Udyam Registration and an Importer Exporter Code (IEC) not older than 3 years on the date of export shipment are eligible.
What financial assistance is provided for RCMC?+
75% of the RCMC charges paid, subject to a maximum of ₹20,000/- or actual, whichever is lower.
What is the assistance for export insurance premium?+
Maximum financial assistance of ₹10,000/- per financial year or actual, whichever is lower.
How much assistance is available for testing and quality certification?+
75% of the fee for testing and quality certification, up to ₹1.00 Lakh per MSE unit, with a maximum of three certificates per financial year.
How to apply for the scheme?+
Apply online through the IC Scheme portal https://ic.msme.gov.in by registering, filling the application form and uploading the required documents.
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