§1Who it is for

  • MSME exporters entering new or higher-risk markets

Useful if

MSMEs exploring new geographies.

Do not spend time on it if

Exporters to OECD buyers on LC.

§2Eligibility

  1. MSME exporters entering new or higher-risk markets

§3Benefits

  • Risk-sharing 10% to 90% of transaction value as per risk model

§4Norms — pattern of assistance

  1. Exposure caps: 15% country-wise, 5% exporter-wise, 1% transaction-wise, 10% issuing bank-wise

§5Documents

Tick each one as you get it ready.

§6How to apply

  1. 1

    Through lending institution after IC on dgft.gov.in

§7Pros and cons

Merits

  • Helps sell into Africa/LatAm-type markets with weak LC banks

Demerits

  • Exposure caps limit single-deal size

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Sources

  1. 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.