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What Is RCMC (Registration-cum-Membership Certificate)?

RCMC stands for Registration-cum-Membership Certificate. It is issued by the Export Promotion Councils (EPCs), Commodity Boards and other authorities recognised by the Government of India. It confirms that an exporter is a member of the council for their product and is eligible for export promotion benefits under India's Foreign Trade Policy.

RCMC is not just a formality. It gives access to export promotion schemes and incentives (such as RoDTEP and other benefits where applicable), and to trade fairs, exhibitions and buyer-seller meets organised by the councils.

It also works as a trust signal for overseas buyers, because it shows you are recognised by an official body. This matters especially in sectors such as textiles, handicrafts, leather, gems and jewellery, pharma, food and engineering goods. To apply, you first need an active IEC (Import Export Code).

RCMC Registration Certificate India

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Why Is RCMC Registration Important?

  • Export benefit eligibility: RCMC is needed to claim many export incentives and schemes under the Foreign Trade Policy, such as RoDTEP and other fiscal benefits where applicable.
  • Credibility: It proves you are a member of a recognised export promotion body and follow government norms.
  • Customs facilitation: It helps verify that you are a recognised exporter, which supports smoother customs processes.
  • Market information: Members get market data, policy updates and invitations to trade fairs organised by the councils.
  • Authorisation: It acts as proof of membership for exporters dealing in goods covered by a particular council or board.

Schemes and eligibility rules change from time to time. Please check the latest DGFT notifications for current benefits.

Importance of RCMC registration India

Who Needs to Register for RCMC?

Who needs RCMC registration India
  • Manufacturer exporters and merchant exporters.
  • Trading companies and merchandisers exporting from India.
  • Exporters who want to claim export incentives and take part in council-organised events.
  • New exporters who have just obtained their IEC.

Which Export Promotion Council Should You Register With?

RCMC is issued by the council that covers your product (based on your HS code). If no council covers your product, you can register with FIEO. Here are the main councils and boards we help with:

Council / BoardTypically covers
APEDAAgricultural and processed food products
Spices BoardSpices and spice products
Tea BoardTea
Coffee BoardCoffee
Coir BoardCoir and coir products
MPEDAMarine and seafood products
Tobacco BoardTobacco and tobacco products
Coconut Development BoardCoconut and coconut products
EEPC IndiaEngineering goods
GJEPC (Gem & Jewellery)Gems and jewellery
SHEFEXILShellac, forest-based and allied products
CHEMEXCILChemicals, dyes and allied products
CAPEXILSee the CAPEXIL page for covered products

Not sure which council applies to your product? Share your product and HS code and our team will tell you the right one.

Documents Required for RCMC Registration

  • Active Import Export Code (IEC) certificate
  • PAN card of the business or proprietor
  • GST registration certificate
  • Partnership deed, or MOA/AOA for companies
  • Export turnover details (may need CA certification, depending on the council)
  • Bank certificate or cancelled cheque
  • Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for online applications
  • Application form (filled and signed)
  • Any additional documents required by the specific council
Documents required for RCMC registration India

How to Get RCMC Registration – Step by Step

RCMC registration process India
  • Step 1: Make sure you have an active IEC and GST registration.
  • Step 2: Identify the correct Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board for your product (by HS code).
  • Step 3: Register on the council's online portal and fill in the application with your business details.
  • Step 4: Upload the required documents and pay the council's membership fee.
  • Step 5: The council verifies your application and may ask for clarifications.
  • Step 6: Your RCMC is issued digitally once approved.

Make Merchant handles all of this for you: council selection, documentation, submission and follow-ups until approval. The certificate is usually valid for up to 5 years, and must be renewed on time to keep your export benefits active.

RCMC Registration Fees

Make Merchant's RCMC registration service starts from ₹4,999. This covers expert consultation, document preparation, application filing and follow-up.

The council's own membership fee is separate. It differs from council to council and often depends on your export turnover. We tell you the exact total, including the council fee, before you start, so there are no surprises.

Benefits of Having RCMC Registration

Benefit Category Details
Access to Export Incentives Eligibility for export promotion schemes such as RoDTEP and other benefits, where applicable
Customs Facilitation Helps in smoother customs processes as a recognised exporter
Credibility and Authority Proof of membership with an Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board
Market Opportunities Invitations to trade fairs, buyer-seller meets and promotional events
Market Information Market research, export trends and policy updates from the councils

Why Choose Make Merchant for RCMC Registration?

Why choose Make Merchant for RCMC registration India

Make Merchant specialises in registrations for exporters and importers and supports you through the whole RCMC process.

  • Expert help to choose the right Export Promotion Council for your product.
  • Complete document preparation and application filing on your behalf.
  • Transparent and affordable pricing.
  • Support for RCMC renewal and ongoing compliance.
  • Help with other export registrations: IEC, AD Code, ICEGATE, customs clearance, MSME registration and GST registration.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on RCMC Registration

RCMC is generally valid for up to 5 years, depending on the issuing Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board. It must be renewed before expiry to keep availing export benefits.

Yes. An active Import Export Code (IEC) is required before you can apply for RCMC.

Not every exporter needs it, but RCMC is essential if you want to claim export promotion benefits and incentives under the Foreign Trade Policy, and many councils and buyers expect it.

It depends on your product. For example, spices go to the Spices Board, tea to the Tea Board, marine products to MPEDA, and agri and processed food to APEDA. Make Merchant helps you identify the correct council for your HS code.

You can register with FIEO (Federation of Indian Export Organisations), which issues RCMC for products and categories not covered by a specific council.

It depends on the council and on how complete your documents are. With correct documents, it typically takes around 7 working days.

Active IEC, PAN, GST certificate, incorporation documents or partnership deed, bank details or cancelled cheque, export turnover details, and a digital signature certificate. Some councils ask for extra documents.

Yes. Make Merchant handles new RCMC registration as well as renewal, so your export benefits continue without a break.

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