Extension of the RoDTEP Scheme

• 04 Oct 2025

Source: TH 

The Government of India has extended the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme for exporters until March 2026. The move comes as a relief to exporters struggling with rising US tariffs and global trade uncertainties. 

RoDTEP Scheme 

• About & Objective: Introduced in 2021, the scheme refunds embedded taxes, duties, and levies incurred during production and distribution of exported goods. 
  • It addresses costs not reimbursed under other central, state, or local tax mechanisms.  
  • Refund Rates range from 0.3% to 3.9%, applicable across all export items. 
  • It is compliant with WTO norms and is implemented via a comprehensive end-to-end digital platform to ensure transparency and efficiency.  
• Beneficiaries: Domestic Tariff Area (DTA) units, Advance Authorization (AA) holders, Special Economic Zone (SEZ) units, Export-Oriented Units (EOUs). 
• Significance: By the end of March 2025, total disbursements under the RoDTEP scheme had crossed nearly ₹57,000 crore, underscoring its significant role in supporting India’s merchandise exports. 
• Policy Implications: 
  • Encourages sustained export growth, especially for units in SEZs and EOUs. 
  • Operates within budgetary limits, highlighting fiscal prudence. 
  • Reinforces the government's commitment to support the export sector.

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