RoDTEP Benefits Restored for AA, SEZ, and EOU Exports from 1 June
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RoDTEP Scheme Reinstated for
Special Export Categories Effective 1st June 2025
The
Government of India has announced the restoration of benefits under the
Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme for exports
made by Advance Authorization (AA) holders, Export-Oriented Units (EOUs), and
units operating in Special Economic Zones (SEZs). The benefits will be
applicable for all eligible exports made from 1st June 2025 onwards.
The
decision comes as part of the government’s sustained efforts to boost India’s
export competitiveness in global markets. The benefits under RoDTEP for these
categories were previously available until 5th February 2025, and their
reinstatement is expected to provide a level playing field for exporters across
sectors.
Operational
since 1st January 2021, the RoDTEP scheme is designed to reimburse exporters
for embedded duties, taxes, and levies that are not otherwise refunded under
any other existing scheme. It is compliant with World Trade Organization (WTO)
norms since it is on the lines of drawback which is recognised in WTO. It is
implemented via a comprehensive end-to-end digital platform to ensure
transparency and efficiency.
As
of 31st March 2025, total disbursements under the RoDTEP scheme have crossed
Rs. 57,976.78 crore, underscoring its significant role in supporting India's
merchandise exports.
For
the Financial Year 2025–26, the Government has allocated Rs. 18,233 crore under
the scheme. The support covers 10,780 HS lines for Domestic Tariff Area (DTA)
exports and 10,795 HS lines for AA/EOU/SEZ exports, ensuring broad-based
coverage for diverse sectors of the economy.
[DGFT
Notification No: 11/2025-26 dated 26 May, 2025]
Subject: Restoration of RoDTEP for
Advance Authorisations (AAs) holders, Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and
Export-Oriented Units (EOUs) from 01.06.2025
S.O.(E): In exercise of the powers
conferred by Section 5 of the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act,
1992, read with Para 1.02 of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023, the Central
Government hereby notifies the restoration of RoDTEP for Advance Authorizations
(AAs) holders, Special Economic Zones (SEZs), and Export-Oriented Units (EOUs)
from 01.06.2025.
2. The rates are available in Appendix
4RE including newly aligned HS codes as per the Finance Act, 2025. The details
are available on the DGFT portal at www.dgft.gov.in, under the link
'Regulations > RODTEP'.
Effect of this Notification: The Support
under the RoDTEP Scheme for exports of products manufactured from AAs, SEZs,
and EOUs is restored with effect from 01.06.2025.
This issues with the approval of the
Minister of Commerce & Industry.
[Issued from File No.:01/94/180/019/AM26/PC-4]