The objective of the EPCG Scheme is to facilitate import of capital goods for producing quality goods and services and enhance India’s manufacturing competitiveness. EPCG scheme al...
Key details
Department / Ministry: Ministry Of Commerce And Industry
EPCG Scheme allows import of capital goods for pre-production, production and post-production at Zero customs duty & IGST.
The specific export obligation may be reduced for the EPCG authorisation holder, in the following cases:
In cases, where they have completed 75% or more of specific export obligation and 100% of average export obligation till date (if any), in half or less than half of the original export obligation period specified. Then exemption will provided, remaining export obligation shall be condoned and the authorisation be redeemed by the RA concerned.
For exporters of Green Technology Products.Exmption will be provide Specific EO shall be 75% of the EO.
For units located in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura and Jammu and Kashmir.Exemption will be given Specific EO shall be 25% of the EO.
Eligibility (who can apply)
Pre-conditions for applying for EPCG:
IEC Entity has already Imported Items by paying customs duty.
The applicant has an ‘Active’ IEC and is logged into the DGFT Customer Portal.
E-Sign and DSC are enabled for submission.
The applicant is authorised to draft and submit applications for an IEC.
GSTN details corresponding to the branches of the IEC. The same may be added from Services > IEC Profile Management > Modify IEC.
How to Apply
**Online**
- Application Link:
[www.dgft.gov.in ](https://www.dgft.gov.in) 1.
Importer Exporter navigates through Services>>EPCG
- Steps to apply for EPCG file number are as follows:
Login to the portal with valid credentials and click on ‘Services’menu present in the top of the screen
Importer Exporter navigates through Services>>EPCG
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Export Promotion Capital Goods Scheme / what is the eligibility?
Pre-conditions for applying for EPCG:
1. IEC Entity has already Imported Items by paying customs duty.
1. The applicant has an ‘Active’ IEC and is logged into the DGFT Customer Portal.
1. E-Sign and DSC are enabled for submission.
1. The applicant is authorised to draft and submit applica...
What are the benefits of Export Promotion Capital Goods Scheme?
EPCG Scheme allows import of capital goods for pre-production, production and post-production at Zero customs duty & IGST.
The specific export obligation may be reduced for the EPCG authorisation holder, in the following cases:
1. In cases, where they have completed 75% or more of spe...
How to apply online for Export Promotion Capital Goods Scheme?
**Online**
- Application Link:
1. [www.dgft.gov.in ](https://www.dgft.gov.in) 1. Importer Exporter navigates through Services>>EPCG
- Steps to apply for EPCG file number are as follows:
1. Login to the portal with valid credentials and click on ‘Services’menu present...