DGFT scheme
ActiveDistricts as Export Hubs
DEH identifies 249 of India's 590 districts with notified one-or-two flagship export products, and channels capacity building, infrastructure support, market access and scheme awareness through District Export Promotion Committees (DEPCs).
Scheme snapshot
CodeDEH
AuthorityDGFT, in coordination with state governments and District Export Promotion Committees
RateCapacity grants and infrastructure support, varying by district product
WindowThrough District Export Promotion Committee (DEPC)
ProcessingVariable, project-based
Last amendedContinuing; 249 districts notified as of Q4 2024
Annual outlayVariable
Who is eligible
- All, district-product specific
Prerequisites
- 01Operations in a notified district
- 02Manufacturing or supply of a notified flagship product
- 03Engagement with DEPC
Common rejection reasons
- ×Most MSMEs do not know their district is notified or which product carries the tag.
How to apply
The application route differs by scheme. For DEH, the working sequence is below.
1
Confirm eligibility against the scheme prerequisites.
2
Apply via the appropriate DGFT or council portal with required documentation.
3
Track application status and respond to clarifications promptly.
4
On scheme issuance, reconcile against expected entitlement.
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