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Government of India
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Department of Commerce
Directorate General of Foreign Trade
Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi
Trade Notice No. 28/2025-26
Dated:20th February 2026
Subject: Launch of Facilitating Logistics, Overseas Warehousing & Fulfilment
(FLOW) Under Export Promotion Mission (EPM) – NIRYAT DISHA – reg.
The Support for Facilitating Logistics, Overseas Warehousing & Fulfilment (FLOW)
under Export Promotion Mission (EPM) – NIRYAT DISHA is hereby implemented
prospectively with immediate effect.
2. The intervention seeks to mitigate logistics-related constraints faced by MSMEs
(involved in international value chains) in accessing overseas markets, and to facilitate
improved delivery efficiency, reduced logistics costs and enhanced market
responsiveness.
3. The assistance will support overseas logistics, warehousing, fulfilment and market-
facing infrastructure that facilitate delivery and distribution in foreign markets, including
creation of, or access to, overseas facilities or arrangements for storage, distribution,
display, or fulfilment of goods, in accordance with the conditions prescribed.
4. The detailed Policy framework is enclosed as Annexure-I. The Operational and
Procedural Guidelines is enclosed at Annexure-II. The Governance Structure is
enclosed at Annexure-III.
5. The intervention shall be operationalised on a pilot basis for feedback, institutional
learning, and data-driven refinements. The procedure for application is enclosed at
Annexure-IV.
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6.
Applications
under
FLOW
may
be
submitted
via
online
form:
https://forms.gle/4ztM5khT1WZxJudE9 until further notice.
7. The guidelines are further submitted for stakeholder feedback in accordance with
Paragraph 1.07A of the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023. Stakeholders may submit
comments and suggestions on the Guidelines within 30 days from the date of issuance
of this Trade Notice, through email at epm-dgft@gov.in
This is issued with the approval of the Competent Authority.
Bharani VLSVSS
Deputy Director General of Foreign Trade
(Issued from F. No. 01/02/63/AM-26/EPM)
LAKSHMISESHAVE
NKATASATYA
SUBRAMANYA
BHARANI
VADREVU
Digitally signed by
LAKSHMISESHAVENKAT
ASATYA SUBRAMANYA
BHARANI VADREVU
Date: 2026.02.20
17:02:21 +05'30'
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ANNEXURE-I to the TRADE NOTICE
POLICY FRAMEWORK
FACILITATING LOGISTICS, OVERSEAS WAREHOUSING & FULFILMENT (FLOW)
1. Objective
a. The objective of this initiative is to mitigate logistics-related constraints faced by
MSMEs in accessing overseas markets, including limitations relating to overseas
storage, distribution, fulfilment and customer service infrastructure.
b. The initiative seeks to support entities in improving delivery efficiency, reducing
logistics costs and enhancing market responsiveness through access to overseas
logistics and fulfilment arrangements.
2. Scope and Coverage
a. Assistance under this initiative will be available for eligible activities relating to
overseas logistics, warehousing, fulfilment and market-facing infrastructure that
facilitate delivery and distribution in foreign markets.
b. The assistance covers access to, overseas facilities or arrangements for storage,
distribution, display or fulfilment of goods, in accordance with the conditions
prescribed.
c. Support may extend to access-based and pay-per-use overseas fulfilment
arrangements, including shared or rental warehousing and other market-aligned
fulfilment models such as just-in-time delivery, drop-shipping, ready-to-ship
inventory, or similar mechanisms.
d. The Operational and Procedural Guidelines including eligibility conditions,
application and claim procedures, reporting and monitoring requirements, and
verification mechanisms are prescribed under Annexure-II enclosed.
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ANNEXURE-II to the TRADE NOTICE
OPERATIONAL AND PROCEDURAL GUIDELINES
FACILITATING LOGISTICS, OVERSEAS WAREHOUSING & FULFILMENT (FLOW)
1. Definitions
a. “Overseas Warehousing Facility” means a facility located outside India used for
storage, returns processing, or distribution of goods, whether owned, leased, or
accessed through third-party arrangements.
b. “Overseas Fulfilment Arrangement” means a contractual arrangement to
undertake local storage, last-mile delivery, customer service, or returns management
in a foreign market.
c. “Display or Market Access Facility” means a physical overseas facility used for
product display, sampling, buyer interaction, or consolidated showcasing of Indian
products, without involving retail sales to final consumers.
d. “Eligible Entities” means an entity eligible to submit proposals under paragraph 2.
e. “Project” means a proposal approved under these guidelines
2. Eligibility, Scope & Coverage
a. Only entities incorporated in India under applicable Indian law shall be eligible for
assistance.
b. The following entities may be considered for assistance under FLOW:
i. Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and Commodity Boards recognised under
Appendix 2T of the FTP
ii. Logistics, Warehousing or Fulfilment Service Providers having demonstrable
international operations
iii. Industry associations or recognised exporter clusters
iv. Central and State Government organisations
v. Entity recommended by the Central Government and State Government
vi. Entity recommended by the State Export Promotion Committee (SEPC) or
District Export Promotion Committee (DEPC)
c. Activities eligible for support shall include, inter alia:
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i. Overseas Warehousing Facility
ii. Overseas Fulfilment Arrangements
iii. Display or Market Access Facilities, and
iv. E-Commerce Export Hubs (ECEHs) – support for export-linked warehousing,
fulfilment and facilitation activities undertaken through notified E-Commerce
Export Hubs located in India, as defined under Chapter 9 of the FTP, including
integration with overseas fulfilment or distribution networks for cross-border e-
commerce exports.
d. Approved Projects shall ensure that a minimum of 20% of the annual merchandise
volumes are provided to Indian MSMEs.
3. Nature of Assistance
a. Expenditure eligible for support shall be restricted to lease or rental charges,
common facility costs, and operational expenses directly attributable to the approved
project excluding capital expenditure
b. Assistance up to a period of maximum 3 years shall be provided under FLOW.
4. Level of Assistance
The level of assistance for each of the sub-Interventions, subject to a support ceiling, is
as follows:
a. Overseas Warehousing Facility - 30% of proposal cost subject to a maximum of
Rs. 10 Crores per year
b. Overseas Fulfilment Arrangements - 30% of proposal cost subject to a maximum
of 5 Lakh per month
c. Display or Market Access Facilities - 30% of proposal cost subject to a maximum
of Rs. 5 Crores per year
d. E-Commerce Export Hubs – 30% of proposal cost subject to a maximum of Rs. 10
Crores per year
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5. Submission of Proposals
Proposals shall be submitted online in the prescribed format, specifying clearly
objectives, target markets, applicants, implementation arrangements, estimated costs
and measurable outcomes.
6. Release of Funds
a. Financial assistance including advances shall be released to the eligible entity for
the approved projects in two or more equal instalments on fulfilment of prescribed
milestones and conditions.
b. The first instalment will be released after the proposal is approved. The remaining
instalments will be released based on the overall performance of the entity in
executing the project.
c. The instalments will be contingent on the entity submitting a utilisation certificate
detailing the utilisation of previous instalments.
d. Certification of the physical and financial progress of the project by an entity would
be a prerequisite for the release of further instalments.
e. Disbursement of assistance shall be subject to fulfilment of prescribed milestones,
submission of utilisation certificates, and monitoring requirements.
f. Any advance released shall be liable for refund, along with applicable interest, in the
event of failure to meet approved objectives, conditions, or deliverables.
g. Non-submission of prescribed reports, utilisation certificates within stipulated
timelines may render the eligible entity ineligible for further assistance and may lead
to recovery or other appropriate action.
7. Eligibility, Integrity and Disclosure
a. Eligible entity shall maintain proper books of account and audited financial
statements in accordance with applicable law and shall make such records available
for inspection or audit, as required.
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b. The Eligible entity shall furnish an undertaking that assistance sought under this
Intervention is not being availed for the same project or expenditure under any other
scheme of the Government of India.
8. Project Implementation, Due Diligence and Sustainability
a. Eligible entities shall ensure that facilities, infrastructure and services supported
under this Intervention are implemented and operated in a manner, consistent with
the objectives of the initiative and the representations made in the approved
proposal.
b. Where projects involve engagement with overseas buyers, distributors, service
providers, or counterpart entities, the eligible entity shall undertake reasonable due
diligence, including consultation with the concerned Indian Mission Abroad and
relevant counterpart organisations, to ensure engagement with bona fide entities.
c. The eligible entity shall be responsible for obtaining all statutory approvals, licences
and clearances required in the host country or jurisdiction for establishment and
operation of the supported facility.
d. Proposals shall clearly indicate the operation, maintenance and sustainability
framework for the facility or infrastructure created, including arrangements beyond
the period of Government support.
e. Eligible entities shall endeavour to design projects in a manner that progressively
reduces reliance on external financial assistance and moves towards financial and
operational sustainability over the project lifecycle.
f. Where shortfall or delay in implementation arises due to circumstances beyond the
control of the eligible entity, including force majeure events, the matter shall be
placed for appropriate recommendation.
g. In cases of ineffective operations or conduct adversely affecting India’s commercial
or reputational interests, appropriate measures including reduction or withdrawal of
assistance, recovery of advances, or debarment from future support will be taken.
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ANNEXURE-III to the TRADE NOTICE
GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
FOR FACILITATING LOGISTICS, OVERSEAS WAREHOUSING & FULFILMENT
(FLOW)
1. Sub-Committee on Warehousing and Logistics
a. Sub-Committee on Warehousing and Logistics (hereafter referred to as the “Sub-
Committee”) will be constituted for advising, recommending activities and
stakeholder coordination under this intervention.
b. The Sub-Committee shall advise on regulatory, procedural, or policy-related
bottlenecks impacting implementation and recommend suitable remedial measures;
support development of performance indicators, outcome metrics, and monitoring
mechanisms to assess the impact of interventions and provide inputs for capacity
building, awareness programs, and stakeholder outreach initiatives.
c. The composition of the Sub-Committee shall be as follows:
Sl.
No.
Officer Concerned
Position
1
Additional DGFT, in-charge of EPM Division, DGFT
Chairperson
2
Joint DGFT, EPM Division, DGFT
Co-Convenor
3
Joint DGFT, Logistics Division, DGFT
Co-Convenor
4
Representative of IFD, Department of Commerce
Member
5
Representatives from Territorial and Commodity Divisions,
Department of Commerce (not below the rank of Deputy
Secretary)
Member(s)
6
Representative from Logistics Division, DPIIT (not below the
rank of Deputy Secretary)
Member
7
Representative from the Ministry of MSME (not below the rank
Member
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of Deputy Secretary)
8
Representative from the Economic Diplomacy Division,
Ministry of External Affairs (not below the rank of Deputy
Secretary)
Member
9
Representative from the Ministry of Road Transport and
Highways (not below the rank of Deputy Secretary)
Member
10
Representative from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation
(not below the rank of Deputy Secretary)
Member
11
Representative from Container Corporation of India
Member
d. The Sub-Committee may co-opt members or invite any other participants as and
when required.
e. Domain experts or industry representatives with demonstrated experience in
overseas logistics, warehousing, or cross-border e-commerce may be associated for
technical appraisal.
2. Operationalisation and Implementation of FLOW
a. The Export Promotion Mission (EPM) Section, DGFT(HQ) shall be responsible for
operationalisation and implementation of FLOW including convening sub-committee
meetings, operationalising online systems, disbursement of funds, and other related
administrative functions.
b. For effective implementation of the scheme, steps may be taken by the Department
for oversight and outcome assessment as considered necessary relating to review of
approved projects or activities to obtain first-hand feedback on implementation
including interaction with officials of the concerned Indian Mission Abroad and other
relevant stakeholders.
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3. Role of Indian Missions Abroad
a. Proposals, where relevant, may be shared with the concerned Indian Mission abroad
for comments or inputs, particularly in respect of local market conditions.
b. Indian Missions Abroad may, in an advisory capacity, provide inputs on market
relevance, regulatory environment and broad feasibility of the proposed activity or
arrangement.
c. At the request of the implementing authority, Indian Missions Abroad may facilitate
information validation or due diligence relating to overseas partners, buyers or
service providers, based on locally available information.
d. Indian Missions Abroad may extend facilitation support, as feasible, during
implementation of approved activities, including liaison with local authorities, trade
bodies or institutional stakeholders.
e. Indian Missions Abroad may provide general guidance on localisation aspects such
as branding norms, visibility practices and suitability of locations, consistent with
local laws and practices.
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ANNEXURE-IV to the TRADE NOTICE
APPLICATION PROCESS FOR FLOW
1. Submission of Proposals
a. Proposals shall be submitted in the prescribed format as specified below
b. Proposals should clearly specify objectives, target markets, beneficiaries,
implementation arrangements, estimated costs and measurable outcomes.
Proposal Format for Application
Application Form
1
Name & Complete Address of the
Proposing Entity
2
Name of Project
3
Brief writeup on company’s area of
operation / extent of experience /
relevance to objectives / justification
for availing support under FLOW
4
Intervention under which support is
sought
Overseas Warehousing Facility
Overseas Fulfilment Arrangements
Display or Market Access Facilities
E-Commerce Export Hubs
5
Location of Project
6
Name & Complete Address of
Implementing Entity
7
Name & Complete Address of Project
Partners (if any)
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Application Form
8
Total Cost of the Project
• Detailed Cost Break-up
• Leasing Charges – per sq. ft
• Operational Cost
• Others
9
Financing Pattern
• Funding Raised - Own Sources & Other
Sources
• Funding
Requested
under
the
Intervention
10
Status of clearances required for the
project
12
Details of Project Phasing and Date
of Completion
13
Scope of Work
14
Strategy for Operation &
Maintenance
15
Rationale of the Project
16
Anticipated Outcome
17
Proposed Project Milestones and
Timelines
18
Financial Structuring of the Project
• Grants Required under the
Intervention
• Other debt/Terms loan availed
Declaration
I/We hereby declare and certify that, as on the date of submission of this application:
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1. The applicant entity is not under investigation, charged, prosecuted, debarred, or
blacklisted under the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992, or
under any other applicable law relating to international trade, including the Customs
Act, 1962; the Central Excise Act, 1944; the Foreign Exchange Management Act,
1999; and the Conservation of Foreign Exchange and Prevention of Smuggling
Activities Act, 1974, as amended from time to time. The applicant entity has no
outstanding penalties or dues under the aforesaid Acts. Any material change in such
status shall be promptly disclosed, failing which the application may be rendered
ineligible and appropriate action may be initiated.
2. Neither the registered office nor the head office, nor any branch, unit, or division of
the applicant entity, has been declared a defaulter or otherwise rendered ineligible to
undertake import or export activities under the Foreign Trade Policy or any provision
thereof.
3. I/We undertake to abide by the provisions of the Foreign Trade (Development and
Regulation) Act, 1992, the Rules and Orders framed thereunder, the Foreign Trade
Policy, the Handbook of Procedures, as amended from time to time.
4. I/We understand that if any information furnished in this application is found to be
incorrect, false, or misleading, the applicant shall be liable to penal action or such
other consequences as may be prescribed under law.
5. I/We declare that the particulars and statements furnished in this application are true
and correct to the best of my/our knowledge and belief and that no material
information has been concealed or withheld at the time of final submission of
accounts, I shall furnish a duly signed Certificate of Disclosure of Interest certifying
that no conflict of interest existed in relation to any contracts or engagements funded
under this initiative and that all procurements were undertaken in compliance with
applicable Government financial and procurement norms. The assistance sought
under FLOW has not been availed or applied for under any other scheme of the
Government of India or State Government for the same activity.
6. I hereby certify that I am duly authorised to verify and sign this declaration in
accordance with paragraph 11.06 of the Foreign Trade Policy.
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Proposal Documentation Checklist
Detailed project plan (location, size, cost, operational model)
Partnership MoU, if applicable
List of entities IEC-wise (if available)
Warehousing strategy (target countries and product groups, with rationale)
Need for warehousing support and anticipated uptick of the product group under
consideration
Partnership details with EPCs and logistics service providers
Cost estimation and cost break up (leasing cost, operational cost, other)
Proof of prior experience of conducting similar projects
List of existing facilities in the target region (leased/owned/partnered)
Leasing agreement with the concerned party and details of the partner
Details of additional sources of funding including other Government sources
Status of local licences and other compliances required (host country regulatory
approvals/permits)
Quarterly monitoring plan
Other documents as per requirement
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Format for Utilization Certificate
Name of the Scheme: Export Promotion Mission (EPM) – NIRYAT DISHA - FLOW
Name of Implementing Agency: ___________________________
Sanction Order No. & Date: ___________________________
Certified that out of ₹__________ (Rupees __________________________ only)
sanctioned during the financial year __________ in favour of the above-mentioned
implementing agency under the Export Promotion Mission (EPM), a sum of
₹__________ (Rupees __________________________ only) has been utilised for the
purpose for which it was sanctioned, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the
sanction order.
Unspent Balance Details
Particulars
Amount (₹)
Total amount sanctioned
Total amount released
Total amount utilised
Unspent balance
The unspent balance of ₹__________ has:
☐ been adjusted against future releases with approval; or
☐ been surrendered / refunded to the Government vide challan No. ______
dated ______; or
☐ is nil.
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Further Certified that:
1. The expenditure incurred has been verified from the books of accounts, which
are maintained properly and are subject to audit.
2. The funds have been utilised only for approved and admissible activities under
the scheme.
3. No part of the grant has been diverted for any purpose other than that for which it
was sanctioned.
4. The same expenditure has not been claimed or reimbursed under any other
scheme of the Government of India or State Government.
5. The assets (if any) created out of the grant shall be governed by the terms and
conditions of the sanction and relevant Government rules.
Certified by:
Signature: ___________________________
Name: ___________________________
Designation: ___________________________
Name of Implementing Agency: ___________________________
Date: ___________________________
Place: ___________________________
Countersigned by
(Chartered Accountant / Auditor / Head of Entity, as applicable)
Signature: ___________________________
Name: ___________________________
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Registration No. (if applicable): ___________________________
UIN No: ___________________________
