The Government of India has extended the RoDTEP export support scheme until December 31, 2026. The move aims to support exporters amid ongoing geopolitical and logistics disruptions.

The Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme refunds certain embedded central, state and local duties, taxes and levies on exported products. Refund rates currently range from 0.3% to 3.9%.

The extended RoDTEP export support will cover exporters from the Domestic Tariff Area, Advance Authorisation holders, Special Economic Zone (SEZ) units and Export-Oriented Units (EOUs).

The government said existing RoDTEP rates and value caps will remain unchanged. The extension is intended to help Indian exporters compete in international markets by reducing the impact of unrefunded taxes and duties.

Export Insurance Cover Raised to 95%

The government has also extended timelines under Component II of RELIEF (Resilience & Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation).

The measure addresses continued disruptions in West Asia and their impact on maritime logistics across the Gulf and nearby regions.

Under the extended support, exporters can obtain cover from the Export Credit Guarantee Corporation (ECGC) for eligible upcoming shipments to specified regions. The insurance provides 95% risk coverage.

The government has also ensured that the premium paid by exporters during the eligible period does not exceed the level charged before the disruptions.

The measures are designed to support export resilience, maintain trade flows and reduce risks for Indian exporters during the current period of geopolitical and logistical uncertainty.