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EPCG Scheme

Zero customs duty on capital goods import for exporters with 6X export obligation

0%

Customs Duty

3–10 days

Timeline

Overview

The Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) Scheme allows exporters to import capital goods at zero customs duty, subject to an export obligation of 6 times the duty saved over 6 years.

Eligibility Criteria

Manufacturer exporters with valid IEC
Merchant exporters with tie-up with supporting manufacturer
Service exporters (hotels, hospitals, IT companies, etc.)
Common Service Providers in SEZs/EPZs
Star Export Houses with relaxed EO norms

Key Benefits

0% customs duty on capital goods

Export Obligation of 6X duty saved over 6 years

20% EO reduction for domestic sourcing

Second-hand capital goods also eligible

Up to 25% EO offset through agricultural/handicraft exports

Required Documents

1
Import Export Code (IEC) Certificate
2
Aayaat Niryaat Form ANF 5A
3
Proforma Invoice for Capital Goods
4
CA Certificate for Annual Average Export
5
GST Registration Certificate
6
ITR or Audited Balance Sheet (last 3 years)

Application Process

1

Step 1

Obtain IEC from DGFT portal

2

Step 2

Apply online using Form ANF 5A

3

Step 3

Pay EPCG application fee

4

Step 4

Receive EPCG Authorization

5

Step 5

Import machinery duty-free and fulfill export obligation

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