RoDTEP & RoDTEP Refund Services for Indian Exporters
Maximize Export Incentives | Fast Duty Credit Claims | Ensure Full Regulatory Compliance
Why RoDTEP Refund Matters for Exporters
The Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme, effective since January 2021 and updated in 2025, reimburses exporters for embedded Central, State, and local duties and taxes that are not otherwise refunded through existing schemes under India’s Foreign Trade Policy.
Enhances export competitiveness by neutralizing hidden costs.
Exporters benefit from 2–5% effective duty credit rebates.
Digital filing via ICEGATE accelerates claim processing.
Reinstated for MSMEs, EOUs, SEZ units, and Advance Authorization holders.
Core RoDTEP Services Portfolio
- Review export product HS codes and duty structures.
- Advise on claiming RoDTEP benefits under latest Foreign Trade Policy guidelines.
- Filing claims through the ICEGATE customs portal with complete documentation.
- Handling electronic duty credit scrip issuance (e-scrips).
- Timely e-scrip credit monitoring and reconciliation.
- Advising on utilization of e-scrips for customs duty payments on imports.
- Facilitating transfer and sale of transferable duty credit scrips.
- Ensuring shipping bills reflect RoDTEP claims.
- Supporting preparation of audit-compliant export records.
- GST and Export-related duty remission convergence.
- Assistance for turnover audits by DGFT or Customs authorities.
- Resolution of refund query notices and claim rejections.
- Representations and appeals for dispute redressal.
Detailed RoDTEP Claim Filing Workflow
- 1
Initial Assessment & Export Data Analysis
Segregate eligible exports based on updated 2025 HS code duty remission files (Appendix 4R).
- 2
Documentation Collection & Validation
Collect invoices, shipping bills with RoDTEP declaration, and export-related tax payment proof.
- 3
Digital Claim Filing via ICEGATE Portal
Upload and validate claims for duty remission credits as per government notifications.
- 4
Electronic Scrip Credit & Monitoring
Confirm issuance of duty credit scrips in exporter’s electronic ledger and track usage or transfer of credits.
- 5
Compliance Monitoring & Reporting
Generate periodic claim status reports and compliance dashboards.
- 6
Post-Claim Support
Audit readiness reviews and government communication management.
Best Practices for Maximizing RoDTEP Benefits
Always declare RoDTEP claim at the time of export shipping bill submission.
Keep updated with quarterly RoDTEP rate revisions notified by DGFT and CBIC.
Ensure proper reconciliation between customs exports data and GST filings.
Use automated export software to track duty credit balances and usage.
Monitor electronic scrip expiry dates and plan duty credit utilization.
Maintain export bills of entry and related tax payment records for audits.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
| Metric | Industry Standard | Target with Our Services |
|---|---|---|
| Refund Processing Time | 90–150 days | 30–60 days |
| Claim Approval Rate | 80–85% | 99% |
| Exporter Working Capital Boost | 5–7% | 8–12% |
| Compliance Accuracy | 85% | 99.7% |
| Cost Efficiency per Claim | ₹8,000 avg | ₹5,999 |
Technology Solutions & Automation
ICEGATE Integrated Filing System with e-scrip ledger access
Customs and GST Reconciliation Software
Export Accounting & Compliance Management platforms
Automated Alerts for RoDTEP Notification Updates
Cloud dashboards for cross-team export duty credit tracking
Industry-Specific RoDTEP Customizations
Tailored advisory on highest RoDTEP rebate slabs and value chain integration.
Compliance support for hazardous materials export documentations and claims.
High volume export rebate maximization through detailed duty component mapping.
Enhanced support for perishables with fast-track refund claims and compliance.
Risk Management & Export Compliance
Risk: Incorrect HS codes or non-declaration in shipping bills leading to claim rejection. Mitigation: Automated HS code validation and pre-filing export document reviews.
Risk: Delay in duty credit issuance due to documentation mismatch. Mitigation: Real-time customs portal monitoring and early issue resolution.
Risk: Non-utilization of duty credits before expiry. Mitigation: Proactive usage scheduling and export-import duty planning.
Regulatory Framework: Adheres to DGFT's Foreign Trade Policy 2023, Customs Tariff Act updates, and CBIC circulars ensuring full compliance.
Industry Recognition & Credentials
Certified RoDTEP Service Provider recognized by Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
Partner Member of FIEO & Export Promotion Councils.
GST & Foreign Trade Policy Qualified Consultants.
Successfully supported 1,200+ exporters in duty credit claims.
Extended FAQ on RoDTEP & RoDTEP Refund
Success Stories & Case Studies
Achieved duty credit rebates of INR 3.5 Cr within 45 days. Helped streamline export documentation reducing duty rebate delays by 60%.
Filed over 2,000 RoDTEP claims with 99.5% approval rate. Enabled utilization of credits for import duty savings amounting to INR 2 Cr.
Digitally claimed RoDTEP scrips for 50+ product lines. Increased export net margins by 4% through expert refund planning.
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