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APEDA Registration | RCMC Registration

Looking to export agricultural products from India? APEDA Registration is a mandatory step for businesses involved in exporting scheduled agri-products. Legal Adda simplifies the entire registration process, ensuring quick and hassle-free compliance with APEDA guidelines.

As a leading APEDA Registration Consultant in Gujarat, Legal Adda offers expert guidance and end-to-end support. Whether you’re based in Ahmedabad or anywhere across Gujarat, our team ensures your business gets APEDA certified without delay. Check Documents List, Requirements, Process, and Charges of APEDA Registration.

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RCMC (Registration Cum Membership Certificate) in Gujarat

What is APEDA Registration and Why It Matters
APEDA Registration is mandatory for exporters dealing in scheduled agricultural products as defined under the APEDA Act. The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, issues the Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) to eligible exporters. This certificate not only allows businesses to legally export agri-products but also grants access to various export benefits, schemes, and financial assistance offered by APEDA.

Fast & Easy APEDA License Registration with Legal Adda
The APEDA License Registration process is simple, fully online, and doesn’t require physical document submission. Once the RCMC application is submitted, the APEDA Certificate is typically issued within 24 hours. If you’re searching for a trusted APEDA Registration Consultant in Gujarat or Ahmedabad, Legal Adda is your go-to partner. We provide expert assistance and hassle-free online registration for your APEDA License Certificate across India.

Types of RCMC and Issuing Boards

When exporting from India, businesses must obtain RCMC (Registration-cum-Membership Certificate) from the appropriate Export Promotion Council (EPC) or Commodity Board based on the product they export. Below are some common types:

Product CategoryIssuing Authority / Board
Agricultural & Processed FoodAPEDA (Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority)
SpicesSpices Board
TeaTea Board of India
CoffeeCoffee Board of India
TobaccoTobacco Board
Marine ProductsMPEDA (Marine Products Export Development Authority)
HandicraftsEPCH (Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts)
Pharmaceuticals & DrugsPharmexcil (Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council)
Engineering GoodsEEPC India (Engineering Export Promotion Council)
ChemicalsChemexcil (Basic Chemicals, Cosmetics & Dyes Export Promotion Council)
PlasticsPLEXCONCIL (Plastics Export Promotion Council)
TextilesTexprocil, AEPC, or HEPC (depending on product type)
Gems & JewelleryGJEPC (Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council)
Apparel & GarmentsAEPC (Apparel Export Promotion Council)
Leather ProductsCLE (Council for Leather Exports)
Electronics & Computer SoftwareESC (Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council)
Services ExportSEPC (Services Export Promotion Council)

When is APEDA registration mandatory?

APEDA Registration is mandatory when Indian Manufacturer or merchant exporter wants to export agriculture produces which is governed by APEDA Schedule. Such Products are as follows:

1. Fruits, Vegetables and their Products.

2. Meat and Meat Products.

3. Poultry and Poultry Products.

4. Dairy Products.

5. Confectionery, Biscuits and Bakery Products.

6. Honey, Jaggery and Sugar Products.

7. Cocoa and its products, chocolates of all kinds.

8. Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Beverages.

9. Cereal and Cereal Products.

10. Groundnuts, Peanuts and Walnuts.

11. Pickles, Papads and Chutneys.

12. Guar Gum.

13. Floriculture and Floriculture Products.

14. Herbal and Medicinal Plants.

Benefits of APEDA Registration

  1. RCMC License holders can export agricultural products.

  2. Certificate holders are eligible to apply for Financial Assistance (FAS).

  3. RCMC holders can apply for the RCAC Certificate (required for Basmati rice export).

  4. Avail benefits under various APEDA schemes, training programs, and support initiatives.

  5. Access to online Certificate of Origin facility.

  6. Get listed in the APEDA Exporter Directory on the official APEDA website.

  7. Gain recognition and promotion as an APEDA-registered exporter.

  8. Enjoy branding and marketing support for your products.

What are the Documents required for APEDA (RCMC) Registration?

To apply for APEDA Registration (RCMC), the following documents are typically required:

  1. Aadhar Card of Owner
  2. PAN Card of the business or proprietor
  3. Import-Export Code (IEC) issued by DGFT
  4. Address proof of the business (electricity bill, rent agreement, etc.)
  5. Bank certificate or cancelled cheque
  6. List of products intended for export
  7. FSSAI and MSME Certificate (if available)
  8. Email ID and contact details of the applicant
RCMC & APEDA Registration Consultant

APEDA & RCMC Registration Charges

Our Professional Fees for Registration of RCMC or any registration cum membership certificate is Rs. 5000/-.

Important Note: Challan Amount or Board Specific Charges is not included in professional fees. (Eg. for APEDA Registration Board Challan is Rs. 5900/-.)

RCMC (APEDA) Registration Process
Step 1: Send us document

Make an inquiry and send us relevant documents as mentioned above.

Step 2: Select RCMC Board

RCMC Board must be selected based on the product category. For example, for agricultural products, APEDA is the designated authority.

Step 3: Get APEDA/RCMC Certificate

We will file the application; within 24 hours you will get the RCMC certificate.

APEDA Registration Consultant Near Ahmedabad

Consultant Name: Legal Adda

Services: APEDA Registration Consultant

Contact Number: 9726365800 – 9726365807

Consultancy Address: 310 (403 & 412) Anand Milan Complex, Opp Jain Derasar, Navrangpura Cross Road, Ahmedabad – 380009 Gujarat

Our Offices/Branches: Jamnagar, Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Mehsana, Vadodara, Surat, Vapi etc.

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FAQ's on APEDA Registration

APEDA License Applicant must have an IEC (Import Export Code) and bank account for application of RCMC APEDA License.

Yes, an APEDA RCMC license holder can avail the facility to apply for a certificate of origin for a product at the online portal.

Once you get the RCMC APEDA Registration Certificate, the authority will provide you with login credentials where you can avail of the directory registration facility.

RCMC stands for Registration cum Membership Certificate, where RCAC stands for Registration cum Allotted Certificate. RCAC is required for exporting Basmati rice products.

APEDA registration government fees are Rs. 5000 (plus Rs. 900 GST).

The registration can be cancelled by the APEDA authority if they find:
1. Furnishing false information or breach of rules by the registering authority.
2. Breach of conditions imposed in the certificate of registration.
3. Failure to export product for 12 consecutive months.