RCMC Modification / Amendment Online – Step-by-Step Process on DGFT Portal

The Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) is an important document required for exporters in India. It is issued by Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) or Commodity Boards and is mandatory for exporters to avail benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP).

Sometimes exporters may need to modify or amend their RCMC due to changes in business details such as company address, export products, contact details, or authorized representatives.

This guide explains the complete process for RCMC modification online through the DGFT portal.

What is RCMC Modification?

RCMC modification (also called RCMC amendment) is the process of updating details in an existing Registration-cum-Membership Certificate.

Amendment of RCMC may be required in the following situations:

Change in company address
Addition or modification of export products
Change in Export Promotion Council
Change in authorized signatory or contact person
Update in company profile or website

The DGFT portal allows exporters to apply for amendment online through the e-RCMC module.

Step-by-Step Process to Modify RCMC on DGFT Portal

Step 1: Login to DGFT Portal

Visit the official DGFT website and login using your registered username, password and captcha.

Step 2: Navigate to e-RCMC Module

After login, go to:

Services → e-RCMC → Amendment for RCMC

Step 3: Start Application

Click on:

Start Fresh Application
Or Continue with Existing Draft Application

Step 4: Select RCMC Certificate

Select the RCMC certificate that you want to amend from the list of certificates available on the portal.

Click on Amend to proceed.

Step 5: Update RCMC Details

Modify the required information such as:

Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board
Membership details
Export products or services
Authorized representatives
Firm profile and export countries

Step 6: Upload Supporting Documents

Upload the required documents such as:

RCMC membership proof
Company profile
Authorization letter (if applicable)

Step 7: Declaration and Verification

Accept the declaration and verify that all the information provided is correct.

Step 8: Digital Signature and Payment

Digitally sign the application using your Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and proceed to make the payment through the payment gateway.

Step 9: Submit Application

After successful submission, the system will generate:

Application reference number
Payment receipt

Processing Time

The processing time for RCMC amendment depends on the respective Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board. In most cases, the amendment is processed within 3 to 7 working days.

Key Benefits of Updating RCMC

Maintain accurate export records
Avoid regulatory or compliance issues
Continue availing export incentives and government benefits
Ensure correct membership details with Export Promotion Councils

Conclusion

RCMC modification is an important compliance requirement for exporters when there are changes in business or export details. Using the DGFT e-RCMC module, exporters can conveniently update their certificate online and ensure their export records remain accurate and compliant with the Foreign Trade Policy.

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For official updates, always refer to the DGFT portal or consult with a compliance professional.