About this scheme
DGFT's Niryat Bandhu Scheme assigns a DGFT officer as a mentor to new and emerging exporters. Free guidance on export procedures, scheme eligibility, market research, and trade documentation. No fee.
What you get
- Free 1:1 mentoring from DGFT regional officer
- Periodic workshops on export procedures
- Hand-holding on EPCG, Advance Auth, RoDTEP claims
- Trade fair calendar + market intelligence
- Connection to EPCs, ECGC, banks
- Niryat Bandhu Certificate (career credential)
Who qualifies
New exporters in their first 5 years OR small exporters with annual export turnover up to Rs. 5 Cr. Open to manufacturers, traders, services. No sector restriction.
All industries qualify (no NIC restriction).
Business types
ProprietorshipsPartnershipsPrivate LimitedLLPsOne Person Companies
Available across India (central scheme).
How to apply
- 1Express interest to DGFT Regional Authority
- 2Submit business profile + target markets
- 3Mentor assigned within 15-30 days
- 4Mentor sessions: quarterly + ad-hoc
- 5Quarterly review of export progress
- 65-year mentorship window
Key terms and conditions
- No fee — completely free programme
- Mentor support up to 5 years
- Periodic review by DGFT
What disqualifies you
- Established exporters (5+ years) not target
- Above Rs. 5 Cr turnover not target
- No financial assistance (advisory only)
Documents typically required
- IEC code (or in-process)
- Brief business profile
- Target export markets
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