Step into global agricultural trade with APEDA Registration through GMH & Associates.
✅ Mandatory RCMC for exporters of scheduled food & agri products
✅ Expert guidance under APEDA Act, 1985
✅ Complete support for online filing & documentation
✅ Renewal, compliance & certification assistance
✅ Access to export promotion schemes & financial incentives
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), established under the APEDA Act, 1985, promotes India’s agricultural and processed food exports.
APEDA registration is mandatory for exporters of scheduled products such as:
Fresh fruits & vegetables
Cereals, pulses & nuts
Meat and poultry products
Dairy products
Beverages & confectionery
Processed foods
Upon registration, exporters receive an RCMC (Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate), which enables access to export benefits, compliance validation, and international market visibility.
✅ Mandatory for Scheduled Exports – Required for exporting products under APEDA Act
✅ Brand India Promotion – Products highlighted in global export campaigns
✅ Financial Assistance – Subsidies for certification, packaging, infrastructure & branding
✅ Market Development Support – Participation in export exhibitions & trade fairs
✅ Technical Assistance – Help with ISO, HACCP, BRC, barcoding, labeling & packaging
✅ Global Credibility – Ensures trust & compliance for foreign buyers
✅ Government Certifications – Support for Organic, FSSAI, GAP & other approvals
Any Indian exporter of scheduled products under the APEDA Act, 1985
Valid IEC (Importer Exporter Code) required
Business must be legally registered under any of the following:
Companies Act, 2013
LLP Act, 2008
Partnership Act, 1932
Shops & Establishment Act (for Proprietorships)
Must have a registered office in India
💡 With GMH & Associates, our experts help you choose the right structure for your business goals and tax planning.
Filled & signed application form
IEC Certificate
Banker's certificate confirming account details
Last 2 months’ bank statement
Cancelled cheque of business account
List of directors / partners / proprietor (on letterhead)
FSSAI Registration Certificate
Certificate of Incorporation
NOC from Pollution Control Board
| Step | Action | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Visit APEDA Website | Register at apeda.gov.in |
| Step 2 | Enter IEC & Details | Provide IEC, email & mobile → verify via OTP |
| Step 3 | Complete Application | Upload documents & business information |
| Step 4 | Pay Registration Fee | Secure online payment |
| Step 5 | Application Review | APEDA verifies submitted documents |
| Step 6 | Grant of RCMC | Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate issued (valid 5 years) |
✅ GMH & Associates handles end-to-end filing and coordination with government portals — ensuring quick and accurate registration.
Validity: 5 years
Renewal Steps:
Login → Select Renewal
Update business information & upload required documents
Documents required: IEC, old APEDA certificate, updated FSSAI (if applicable)
Pay renewal fee ₹5,000
Download renewed RCMC
❌ Not applying within 1 month of the first export shipment
❌ Submitting incomplete or incorrect documents
❌ Exporting items under another export council’s jurisdiction (Tea Board, MPEDA, Spices Board)
❌ Ignoring timely renewal → RCMC expiration
❌ Not updating changes in IEC/FSSAI on APEDA portal
💼 Avoid these costly mistakes — GMH & Associates ensures 100% compliance from day one.
⭐ Personalised guidance tailored to your export business
⭐ Expertise in APEDA laws, scheduled products & compliance
⭐ Hassle-free registration with complete documentation support
⭐ Transparent pricing with no hidden charges
⭐ Post-registration assistance including renewal, IEC, FSSAI, GST & audit help
We don’t just register your business — we help you build a compliant foundation for growth.
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We’ll guide you through the entire process — from selecting the right business structure to completing registrations and filings — free of charge.
No, only for scheduled items listed under the APEDA Act.
Typically 7–10 working days, depending on document accuracy.
5 years.
Yes—schemes for branding, packaging, certification & infrastructure.
Within 30 days of your first export shipment.
Yes, through workshops on export documentation, packaging & quality standards.