List of Government Organisations in India for Import Export Business

1. Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)

• Website: dgft.gov.in
• Role: DGFT is the central body for regulating and promoting foreign trade in India. It issues the Importer Exporter Code (IEC), a mandatory license for anyone involved in import-export.

2. Export Promotion Councils (EPCs)

• Website: Various councils have their own websites.
• Role: EPCs are industry-specific bodies aimed at promoting and supporting exports from India. Some notable EPCs are:
  • Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC)
  • Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
  • Pharmaceutical Export Promotion Council (PHARMEXCIL)
  • Textile Export Promotion Councils, like the Cotton Textiles Export Promotion Council (TEXPROCIL)

3. Federation of Indian Export Organizations (FIEO)

• Website: fieo.org
• Role: FIEO represents Indian entrepreneurs and helps them promote their goods in the global market. It offers information on export incentives, market access, and trade fairs.

4. Indian Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO)

• Website: indiatradefair.com
• Role: ITPO organizes national and international trade fairs, providing Indian exporters with a platform to showcase their products to global buyers.

5. Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA)

• Website: mpeda.gov.in
• Role: MPEDA is responsible for promoting the export of marine products, offering various schemes for marine businesses, including financial assistance and market research.

6. India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF)

• Website: ibef.org
• Role: IBEF works to promote and create a positive image of Indian products in the international market by highlighting the strength of Indian brands.

7. Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank)

• Website: eximbankindia.in
• Role: EXIM Bank provides financial assistance to Indian exporters through loans, credit facilities, and risk management services to promote export-oriented growth.

8. Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)

• Website: sidbi.in
• Role: SIDBI provides financial assistance to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in export, including specialized loans and working capital.