§1Who it is for

  • Producers and exporters in each district

Useful if

ODOP-type producers in hinterland districts.

Do not spend time on it if

Exporters wanting a cash incentive.

§2Eligibility

  1. Product/service must be identified for the district in the District Export Action Plan

§3Benefits

  • Identification of export products per district
  • State Export Promotion Committee and District Export Promotion Committee
  • District Export Action Plans (DEAPs)
  • Export outreach in districts

§4Norms — pattern of assistance

Not published

The guideline does not list the norms. Ask the portal or bank before you apply — we do not make up lists.

§5Documents

Not published

The guideline does not list the documents. Ask the portal or bank before you apply — we do not make up lists.

§6How to apply

  1. 1

    Contact District Industries Centre / DGFT Regional Authority for the DEAP of your district

§7Pros and cons

Merits

  • Brings export help to district level

Demerits

  • No direct cash benefit; depends on district administration follow-up

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Need help with Districts as Export Hubs?

Eligibility check, DPR and application file — ask us on WhatsApp.

Our interestHelp is our paid service. You can also apply for the scheme yourself.

Sources

  1. DGFT presentation: Foreign Trade Policy 2023 (31.03.2023)
  2. PIB backgrounder: Export Promotion Mission — Integrated Pathway for MSMEs (24 Feb 2026)

Checked on 18 October 2026. For information only — confirm with the department or bank. Spotted a mistake? Report it.