The Indian government has officially prolonged the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) incentive scheme for exporters, now set to run until March 31, 2026. This welcome announcement has been met with enthusiasm by exporters, who view it as a crucial step that eliminates significant uncertainty and provides a much-needed boost, especially as Indian exports navigate considerable global challenges.
Launched in 2021, the RoDTEP scheme is designed to reimburse exporters for various embedded duties, taxes, and levies they incur that are not already covered or refunded under other existing government programs.
The scheme was initially slated to conclude on February 5 of this year. However, following extensive advocacy from the exporting community, the government reinstated RoDTEP benefits in May for entities operating under Advance Authorization (AA) holders, Export-Oriented Units (EOUs), and those within Special Economic Zones (SEZs).
According to a notification released by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, “The RoDTEP Scheme shall remain in force and be applicable to exports made from Domestic Tariff Area (DTA) units, Advance Authorisation (AA) holders, Special Economic Zone (SEZ) units, and Export Oriented Units (EOUs) up to 31.03.2026.”
It’s important to note that the DGFT also specified that the scheme’s operations would remain within the confines of existing budgetary allocations.
S.C. Ralhan, President of the Federation of Indian Export Organisations, expressed his approval, stating, “The timely extension of RoDTEP has effectively dispelled the uncertainty that had been a significant concern for the exporting community.” He further emphasized, “This measure arrives at a critical moment when exporters are confronting global economic headwinds, ensuring essential policy continuity that empowers them to plan their export strategies with greater confidence and foresight.”