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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. 27/2025-26
Dated: 20th February 2026
Subject: Launch of Support for Integrated Support for Trade Intelligence &
Facilitation (INSIGHT) Under Export Promotion Mission (EPM) – NIRYAT DISHA–
regarding
The Support for Integrated Support for Trade Intelligence & Facilitation (INSIGHT)
intervention under the Export Promotion Mission (EPM) – NIRYAT DISHA is hereby
implemented prospectively with immediate effect.
2. The intervention aims to strengthen exporter preparedness and institutional support
systems by addressing information asymmetries, procedural frictions and capacity gaps
faced by exporters and manufacturers particularly Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
(MSMEs).
3. The assistance shall aim to enhance export readiness, competitiveness, and market
responsiveness through structured interventions, including:
i.
Export Capacity Building and Skills Development, comprising structured training,
knowledge dissemination, and skill enhancement for exporters and export-
support institutions, with priority to emerging areas of international trade.
ii.
District and Cluster-Level Export Facilitation, comprising outreach, counselling,
facilitation support, and institutional capacity building at district or cluster or
Industry association level.
iii.
Trade Intelligence, Analytics and Digital Knowledge Systems, comprising
development, licensing, or dissemination of trade-related information, analytics,
and international trade related decision-support platforms; and
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iv.
Research, Innovation and Pilot Interventions for Export Promotion, comprising
research studies, analytics, proof-of-concepts, pilot projects, and innovation
initiatives aimed at strengthening export competitiveness.
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.
6. Applications under INSIGHT may be submitted via the following online forms until
further notice,
Developing
Modules/Toolkits
in
Emerging
Areas
https://forms.gle/Pin1UtVjFZVqQGZz6
Research Studies - https://forms.gle/XKMEqCtQeiHJoy3u9
Capacity Building in Emerging Areas - https://forms.gle/m51vRUit6jqpAhTZ9
District/Cluster Level Capacity Building - https://forms.gle/rryauKq9M8jVyLXo9
Trade Intelligence & Analytics - https://forms.gle/vCiWj3rXb31Jjzaz9
7. Stakeholders may submit comments/suggestions on the enclosed draft provisions
within 30 (thirty) 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)
LAKSHMISESHAVEN
KATASATYA
SUBRAMANYA
BHARANI VADREVU
Digitally signed by
LAKSHMISESHAVENKAT
ASATYA SUBRAMANYA
BHARANI VADREVU
Date: 2026.02.20
16:58:53 +05'30'
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Deputy Director General of Foreign Trade
(Issued from F. No. 01/02/53/AM-26/EPM)
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ANNEXURE-I to the TRADE NOTICE
POLICY FRAMEWORK
FOR INTEGRATED SUPPORT FOR TRADE INTELLIGENCE & FACILITATION
(INSIGHT)
1. Objective
a. The objective of this intervention is to strengthen exporter preparedness and export-
support ecosystems by addressing information asymmetries, procedural frictions,
and institutional capacity gaps faced by exporters and export-support entities, with
particular emphasis on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
b. The intervention seeks to enhance export readiness and market responsiveness
through structured, non-financial support measures aimed at:
i.
building exporter capabilities and skills through structured training and knowledge
dissemination, with priority to emerging and evolving areas of international trade.
ii.
strengthening district- and cluster-level export facilitation through outreach,
counselling, and institutional capacity-building interventions; and
iii.
supporting the development, dissemination, and use of trade intelligence,
analytics, and digital knowledge systems to enable informed export decision-
making.
c. Implementation of the intervention shall promote convergence with Central, State,
and District-level export promotion initiatives, including coordination with District Export
Promotion Committees (DEPCs) and State Export Promotion Committees (SEPCs).
2. Scope and Coverage
a. Assistance under this intervention shall be available for eligible activities that
enhance export preparedness, improve export facilitation systems, or generate and
disseminate actionable trade intelligence for exporters.
b. Support under this Intervention shall be limited to interventions like capacity building,
facilitation support, development of digital knowledge tools, research and analytical
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studies, and pilot or proof-of-concept initiatives. Creation of physical or hard
infrastructure and transaction-linked financial support shall not be admissible under
this Intervention.
c. The intervention shall operate through the following sub-areas:
i.
Export Capacity Building and Skills Development, comprising structured
training, knowledge dissemination, and skill enhancement for exporters and
export-support institutions, with priority to emerging areas of international trade.
ii.
District
and
Cluster-Level
Export
Facilitation,
comprising
outreach,
counselling, facilitation support, and institutional capacity building at district or
cluster level.
iii.
Trade Intelligence, Analytics and Digital Knowledge Systems, comprising
development, licensing, dissemination, or use of trade-related data, analytics,
dashboards, and decision-support tools; and
iv.
Research, Innovation and Pilot Interventions for Export Promotion,
comprising research studies, analytical work, proof-of-concepts, pilots, and
innovation-oriented initiatives aimed at strengthening export competitiveness.
d. The detailed operational and procedural framework for this intervention shall be
specified in Annexure-II.
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ANNEXURE-II to the TRADE NOTICE
OPERATIONAL AND PROCEDURAL GUIDELINES
FOR INTEGRATED SUPPORT FOR TRADE INTELLIGENCE & FACILITATION
(INSIGHT)
1. Definitions
a. “Trade Intelligence” means structured data, analytics, research outputs, tools,
digital resources, or knowledge products relating to international trade, markets,
tariffs, non-tariff measures, logistics, regulations, standards, or demand trends,
intended to support informed export decision-making, market access strategies, and
export competitiveness.
b. “Capacity Development” means interventions aimed at enhancing the knowledge,
skills, institutional capabilities, or operational preparedness of exporters and export-
support entities, including training programmes, structured learning modules,
toolkits, dissemination of research outputs, and digital, physical, or hybrid learning
resources.
c. “District or Cluster-Level Export Facilitation” means non-infrastructure
interventions designed to strengthen export preparedness, coordination, awareness,
or facilitation at a defined geographical or sectoral unit such as a district, industrial
cluster, or sector-specific hub, including interventions undertaken under the Districts
as Export Hubs framework notified under Chapter 3 of the Foreign Trade Policy.
d. “District Export Promotion Committee (DEPC)” means a district-level committee
constituted by the State Government in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3
of the Foreign Trade Policy for implementation of the Districts as Export Hubs
initiative, including preparation, periodic updating, and monitoring of the District
Export Action Plan, and convergence of district-level institutions, schemes, and
stakeholders for export facilitation.
e. “State Export Promotion Committee (SEPC)” means a State-level committee
constituted by the State Government in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Foreign
Trade Policy to provide policy direction, inter-departmental coordination, and
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oversight for export promotion, including endorsement of District Export Action
Plans, monitoring of Districts as Export Hubs implementation, and convergence with
State- and Central-level export promotion interventions.
f. “Emerging Areas of Trade” means thematic areas of international trade identified
from time to time based on evolving global trade patterns, regulatory developments,
technological change, sustainability considerations, or market opportunities,
including areas specified at Annexure-V.
g. “Project” means an activity or a set of related activities approved for assistance
under this Section, in accordance with the provisions of the Foreign Trade Policy and
the Handbook of Procedures, including any conditions specified at the time of
approval.
2. Eligibility, Scope & Coverage
a. The following entities may be considered eligible for support under INSIGHT:
i. Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and Commodity Boards recognised under
Appendix 2T of the FTP 2023
ii. Offices and agencies of Department of Commerce including regional offices.
iii. Ministry of External Affairs and Indian Missions Abroad
iv. Organisations/associations recommended by the Ministry of MSME or Ministry of
External Affairs
v. Academic and research institutions recognised under a Central/State Act or by
the University Grants Commission (UGC); and
vi. District Export Promotion Committees (DEPCs) and State Export Promotion
Committees (SEPCs).
vii. Organisations or association recommended by the Central Government or State
Government.
b. Eligible entities shall submit project proposals in accordance with the procedure
notified from time to time.
c. Proposals shall demonstrate the rationale, potential and measurable outcomes
aligned with the objectives stated.
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3. Submission and Appraisal of Proposals
a. Proposals shall be submitted in the prescribed format as specified at Annexure-IV,
as applicable.
b. Proposals shall clearly specify objectives, target markets, applicant exporters,
implementation arrangements, estimated costs and measurable outcomes.
4. Export Capacity Building and Skills Development
a. Assistance under this Intervention shall be available for activities aimed at
strengthening exporter preparedness and institutional capacity through structured
training, knowledge dissemination and skill development, with priority to emerging
and evolving areas of international trade, as may be notified from time to time.
b. Eligible activities under this Intervention shall include development of structured
training modules, digital learning content, toolkits, manuals and standard operating
procedures; organisation of training programmes, workshops, seminars and train-
the-trainer initiatives; and delivery of export-import management courses and
certifications through online, physical or hybrid modes.
c. For development of modules and toolkits, the assistance shall be limited to 50% of
the approved project cost up to a maximum of ₹15 lakhs.
d. For training or capacity-building programmes, the assistance shall be limited to 50%
of the approved project cost up to a maximum of ₹25 lakhs.
e. In the case of proposals submitted by Central or State Government departments or
institutions including Indian Mission abroad, the aforesaid ceilings shall not apply,
and assistance may be provided up to 100% of the approved cost.
f. All modules, toolkits and knowledge outputs developed with assistance under this
Intervention shall be made available to exporters and other stakeholders through
Government platforms including Trade Connect Platform.
5. Research, Innovation and Pilot Interventions for Export Promotion
a. Assistance under this Intervention shall be available for research, analytical,
innovation-oriented
and
pilot
interventions
intended
to
strengthen
export
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competitiveness, improve market access strategies and support evidence-based
policy and business decision-making.
b. Eligible activities shall include applied research studies in emerging and priority
areas of trade; development or periodic updating of trade analytics, forecasting
models and competitiveness assessments; proof-of-concept projects, pilot solutions
and experimental interventions for export facilitation; and organisation of hackathons
or similar innovation-driven initiatives relating to international trade and export
promotion.
c. Assistance for research and analytical studies, innovation pilots and proof-of-
concept projects shall ordinarily be limited to 50% of the approved project cost up to
a maximum of ₹25 lakhs.
d. Research projects and studies implemented by Central or State Government
departments or institutions may be funded up to 100% of the approved cost.
e. Intellectual property rights arising out of projects or research fully funded under this
Intervention shall vest with the Government of India. In cases of partial funding, joint
ownership of intellectual property may be permitted, subject to such terms and
conditions as may be specified at the time of approval.
6. District and Cluster-Level Export Facilitation
a. Assistance under this Intervention shall be available for non-infrastructure
interventions aimed at strengthening export facilitation and preparedness at the
district or cluster level, in alignment with the Districts as Export Hubs framework.
b. Eligible activities shall include district- or cluster-specific capacity-building
programmes, training modules and digital toolkits; compliance- and standards-
related capacity development including SPS and quality preparedness; and
establishment or strengthening of export facilitation support mechanisms such as
counselling, outreach and knowledge-based helpdesks, without creation of physical
infrastructure.
c. Proposals under this Intervention shall be aligned with the District Export Action Plan
and, where applicable, routed through or endorsed by the DEPC and the SEPC.
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d. Assistance under this Intervention shall ordinarily be limited to 50% of the approved
project cost up to a maximum of ₹ 50 Lakhs. In the case of proposals submitted by
Central or State Government departments, DEPCs or SEPCs, assistance may be
provided up to 100% of the approved cost.
7. Trade Intelligence, Analytics and Digital Knowledge Systems
a. Assistance under this Intervention shall be available for development, licensing,
dissemination or operation of trade intelligence, analytics and digital knowledge
systems intended to support exporters and export-support institutions.
b. Eligible activities shall include development of digital platforms, dashboards,
databases and alert systems; licensing or access to trade intelligence tools; and
creation of decision-support systems, analytics engines and data products for
export-related use.
c. Outputs developed with assistance under this Intervention shall ordinarily be made
publicly accessible through appropriate Government platforms, subject to justified
restrictions.
d. Intellectual property rights arising out of projects fully funded under this Intervention
shall vest with the Government of India.
8. Eligible Expenditure, Integrity and Disclosure
a. Eligible expenditure under INSIGHT shall be limited to costs directly attributable to
the approved project, including professional and consultancy fees, content and
knowledge
development
costs,
research
and
analytics
expenses,
digital
development costs, event-related expenditure and other project-specific operational
expenses. Capital expenditure shall not be admissible.
b. Assistance under INSIGHT shall be limited to non-financial and non-transactional
interventions. Creation of hard or physical infrastructure shall not be admissible.
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c. Eligible entities 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 and when required.
d. The eligible entity shall furnish an undertaking that assistance sought or received
under INSIGHT is not being availed for the same project or expenditure under any
other scheme or initiative of the Government of India.
9. Project Implementation, Due Diligence and Sustainability
a. Approved projects shall be implemented in a manner, consistent with the objectives
of INSIGHT and the representations made in the approved proposal.
b. Proposals shall clearly specify arrangements for operation, dissemination, continued
use and sustainability of outputs created under the project, including arrangements
beyond the period of Government support.
c. Eligible entities shall endeavour to design projects in a manner that progressively
reduces reliance on external financial assistance and promotes long-term
institutional, operational or financial sustainability.
10. Financial Assistance, Procurement and Monitoring
a. Financial assistance shall ordinarily be released in instalments, including advance
release where approved, in accordance with the terms and conditions of sanction.
b. Release of subsequent instalments shall be subject to satisfactory progress of
implementation, submission of prescribed utilisation certificates and compliance with
monitoring and reporting requirements.
c. Certification of physical and financial progress, in such manner as may be specified,
shall be a prerequisite for further release of funds.
11. Release, Utilisation, Adjustment and Enforcement
a. Any advance released shall be liable to refund, along with applicable interest, in the
event of failure to meet approved objectives, conditions or deliverables.
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b. Non-submission of mandatory progress reports, utilisation certificates or audited
accounts within stipulated timelines may render the implementing entity ineligible for
further assistance and may result in recovery or other appropriate action.
c. Where delays or shortfalls arise due to circumstances beyond the control of the
implementing entity, including force majeure events, the matter shall be examined
for appropriate recommendation.
d. In cases of ineffective implementation or conduct adversely affecting India’s
commercial, strategic or reputational interests, sanctioning authority may
recommend appropriate measures, including reduction or withdrawal of assistance,
recovery of advances or debarment from future support under INSIGHT.
e. Monitoring shall include periodic assessment of physical progress, quality of
execution, adherence to approved timelines, utilisation of funds and achievement of
intended outcomes. Submission of prescribed progress and outcome reports shall
be a prerequisite for continued release of assistance.
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ANNEXURE-III to the TRADE NOTICE
GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
FOR INTEGRATED SUPPORT FOR TRADE INTELLIGENCE & FACILITATION
(INSIGHT)
1. Sub-Committee on Trade Facilitation and Intelligence
a. Sub-Committee on Trade Facilitation and Intelligence (hereafter referred to as the
‘Sub-Committee’) shall be constituted for advising, recommending activities and
stakeholder coordination for implementation of INSIGHT.
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, Districts as Export Hubs Division, DGFT
Co-Convenor
4.
Representatives from Commodity Divisions & Territorial
Divisions, Department of Commerce (not below the rank of
Deputy Secretary)
Member(s)
5.
Representative of IFD, Department of Commerce
Member
6.
Representative
from
All
DGFT
Zonal
Offices
(not below the rank of Deputy Secretary)
Member
7.
Representative
from
the
Ministry
of
MSME
(not below the rank of Deputy Secretary)
Member
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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 Development of
Northeastern Region (not below the rank of Deputy
Secretary)
Member
10.
Representative from the Ministry of Skill Development (not
below the rank of Deputy Secretary)
Member
11.
Representatives from Institutes of National Importance
Invitees
d. The Sub-Committee may co-opt members or invite additional participants, including
technical experts or relevant agencies, as may be required. Domain experts or
industry representatives with demonstrated experience in trade facilitation and
intelligence may be associated for technical appraisal.
e. The Sub-Committee shall make recommendations on –
i.
Proposals received under INSIGHT,
ii.
scope, prioritisation, and classification of eligible activities under INSIGHT,
iii.
level and ceilings of financial assistance for approved projects,
iv.
identification and periodic revision of thematic priority areas, including
emerging areas of trade.
2. Implementation and operationalisation of INSIGHT
The Export Promotion Mission (EPM) Section, DGFT(HQ) shall be the secretariat for
Implementation and operationalisation of INSIGHT, including convening meetings of the
Sub-Committee, implementation of required online systems, disbursement of grants and
other related administrative works.
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ANNEXURE-IV to the TRADE NOTICE
Application Procedure for Integrated Support for Trade Intelligence & Facilitation
(INSIGHT)
1. Capacity Development in Emerging Areas of Trade
a. Development of Modules and Toolkits
Proposals may be submitted for development of structured modules or digital toolkits
in emerging areas of international trade. Such modules and toolkits may be
delivered through online courses, webinars, seminars, e-learning platforms or other
appropriate formats, and shall be aimed at addressing information gaps and
compliance challenges faced by exporters, particularly MSMEs, SHGs and FPOs.
Each proposal shall clearly specify the scope of work, delivery mechanism, timelines
and budgetary requirements. Applications shall be submitted in the format
prescribed in this Annexure.
b. Research Studies in Emerging Areas of Trade
Support may be provided for research studies in thematic areas notified as emerging
areas of trade. Proposals shall include a clear statement of objectives, research
questions, methodology, ethical and data-sensitivity considerations, expected
outcomes, timelines and financial estimates, along with details of the principal
investigator(s).
Applications shall be submitted in the format prescribed in this Annexure.
c. Training Programmes in Emerging Areas of Trade
Proposals may be submitted for organisation of training programmes, workshops,
seminars or train-the-trainer initiatives, including collaboration with academic or
professional institutions for export-import management certifications through online,
physical or hybrid modes.
Applications shall include details of the proposed activities, training content and
materials, target applicants and expected outputs, and shall be submitted in the
format prescribed in this Annexure.
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2. District and Cluster-Level Export Facilitation
Support may be provided for district- or cluster-level export facilitation activities aimed at
strengthening export preparedness without creation of physical infrastructure. Such
activities may include outreach programmes, counselling, facilitation support, capacity-
building interventions and institutional strengthening aligned with District Export Action
Plans prepared under the Districts as Export Hubs framework.
Proposals shall identify the priority districts or clusters, outline the proposed
interventions for a period of six to twelve months, and clearly indicate implementing
arrangements, including partner entities where applicable. Applications shall be
submitted in the format prescribed in this Annexure.
3. Trade Intelligence, Analytics and Digital Knowledge Systems
a. Digital Platforms and Databases
Proposals may be submitted for development, licensing or dissemination of digital
platforms, databases or tools for trade intelligence, analytics, alerts or decision
support. Outputs generated under such activities shall ordinarily be made publicly
accessible, subject to justified restrictions by Government entities.
Applications shall be submitted in the format prescribed in this Annexure.
b. Advanced Trade Analytics, Research and Innovation
Support may be provided for advanced trade analytics, empirical research, proof-of-
concepts, pilot projects, hackathons or innovation initiatives aimed at strengthening
export competitiveness and evidence-based decision-making.
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APPLICATION FORMAT FOR DEVELOPING MODULES/TOOLKITS IN EMERGING
AREAS OF TRADE UNDER INSIGHT
Sl. No.
Particular
Information
1
Name of the Organization
2
Area of Work Under the
Notified List
3
Project scope
4
Curriculum, Coverage &
Modules Proposed
5
Delivery mode
6
Budgetary requirement
7
Timeline
8
Detail of the Activities
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APPLICATION FORMAT FOR CONDUCTING RESEARCH STUDIES UNDER
INSIGHT
Sl. No.
Particular
Information
1
Title of the Study
2
Area of Study
3
Organization Chosen for the study
4
Any similar study conducted before
5
Objectives of the study
(Maximum 150 words)
6
Brief details and justification for the study
(Maximum 300 words)
7
Proposed Terms of Reference for the study
8
Duration of the study
(Proposed start date and end date; proposed
duration in months and days)
9
Methodology to be adopted for the study
10
Whether organizations selected by nomination
or selection by following GFR
provisions
11
In case by nomination, justification for the
same
(maximum 250 words)
12
Team proposed to be dedicated for the study
and
previous experience of the team members
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(Not exceeding 500 characters. More details
to be
annexed)
13
Estimated expenditure (Rs. Lakhs)
14
Funding required
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PROPOSAL FORMAT FOR CAPACITY BUILDING EVENTS IN EMERGING AREAS
OF TRADE UNDER INSIGHT
Sl.
No.
Particular
Information
1
Name of the Organization
2
Eligible sub-Intervention applying
for
Capacity Building Workshop
3
Details of Proposed Activity
(Provide Details)
4
Mode of Event
Online / Hybrid / In-Person
5
City / Venue
6
Date & Duration
7
Type of Attendees
8
Number of Beneficiaries
9
Particular
10
Implementing Partner (if any)
11
Particular
13
Number of Beneficiaries
14
Expected Output
15
Date of Event
Detail of activity/project conducted
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FORMAT FOR DISTRICT/CLUSTER-LEVEL CAPACITY BUILDING PROPOSAL
UNDER INSIGHT
Sl.
No.
Particular
Details
1
Name of the organization
2
DGFT RA Office
3
List of Priority Districts/Cluster
4
Category of Activity for Each
District/Cluster
5
Details of Activities to Be Conducted &
Rationale
6
Mode of the event – online/hybrid/in-
person
7
City/Venue
8
Date & Duration
9
Type of Enterprise:
MSME
FPO
Women-Led Exporter
Others
10
Category of Exporter
First Time
Experienced
11
Brief details of export business plan of
the beneficiaries
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(Attach the plan & summarize key
goals, market entry strategies, and
business partnerships.)
12
How many beneficiaries will benefit
from this support?
13
What is the readiness to absorb
support?
(Have conducted prior training/ pilot
market/product study)
14
Implementing Partner Proposed (if any)
15
Whether due transparent process has
been followed to associate partner
organization or institution to implement
the Interventions/activities.
16
Certify that you have not obtained or
applied for grants for the same purpose
or activity from any other Ministry or
Department of the Government of India
or State Government.
17
Certify that you/ exporter / trader /
company availing any of the provisions
of the initiative are not under
investigation / charged /prosecuted /
debarred / blacklisted under the
Foreign Trade Policy of India or any
other law relating to export and import
business.
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18
Proposed Activities
19
Expected Output from the event/activity
20
Financials
21
Items of expenditure
Estimated
Expenditure
(Rs. Lakhs)
Assistance sought
(Rs. Lakhs)
22
Total Number of events approved in past 3 years
Year
Number of
activity/projects
conducted
Number of events
with assistance of
Grant in aid
(Please specify
under which
Scheme)
23
Details of Products/Sector
HS Code
(8 digit)
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FORMAT FOR TRADE INTELLIGENCE, ANALYTICS AND DIGITAL KNOWLEDGE
SYSTEMS UNDER INSIGHT
Sl.
No.
Particular
Information
1
Name of the Organization
2
Area of Work Under the Notified List
3
Eligible Sub‑Intervention
Digital Platforms / Databases / Trade
Intelligence Tools / Decision-Support
Systems
4
Project scope
5
Proposed Design/ Architecture and
Estimated Life Span of the Platform
6
Features & Functional Modules
Proposed
7
Budgetary requirements
8
Timelines
9
Detail of the Activities
10
Expected Outcomes
Declaration
I/We hereby declare and certify that, as on the date of submission of this application:
1. The applicant entity is not under investigation, charged, prosecuted, debarred or
blacklisted under the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992, or
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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 comply with the provisions of the Foreign Trade (Development
and Regulation) Act, 1992, the Rules and Orders framed thereunder, the Foreign
Trade Policy and the Handbook of Procedures, as amended from time to time.
4. I/We understand that furnishing incorrect, false or misleading information shall
render the applicant liable to penal action or other consequences as may be
prescribed under law.
5. The particulars and statements furnished in this application are true and correct to
the best of my/our knowledge and belief and no material information has been
concealed or withheld.
6. At the time of final submission of accounts, I/We 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.
7. The assistance sought under INSIGHT has not been availed or applied for under
any other scheme of the Government of India or State Government for the same
activity.
8. 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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Format for Utilization Certificate
Name of the Scheme: Export Promotion Mission (EPM) – NIRYAT DISHA - INSIGHT
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.
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.
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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: ___________________________
Registration No. (if applicable): ___________________________
UIN No: ___________________________
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ANNEXURE-V to the TRADE NOTICE
INDICATIVE LIST OF EMERGING AREAS IN TRADE
S.
No.
Emerging Trade
Area
Interventions To Focus
1
Digital & Paperless
Trade
• Single Window and interoperability frameworks
• Electronic certifications and verifiable credentials
• Distributed ledger technologies for traceability and
authenticity
• End-to-end digital trade documentation and data
exchange
2
Sustainability and
Climate-
Responsive Trade
• Trade in low-carbon and environmentally sustainable
goods
• Carbon
Border
Adjustment
Mechanisms
and
compliance preparedness
• Green fuels and renewable energy trade
• Blue economy products and services
• Deforestation-free
and
sustainability-linked
supply
chains
3
Circular Economy
and Resource
Efficiency
• Trade in secondary raw materials and recycled inputs
• Remanufacturing,
refurbishment,
and
repair-based
trade models
• Extended producer responsibility and circular supply
chains
4
Inclusive and
Responsible Trade
• Women-led and women-owned enterprises in exports
• MSME integration into global value chains
• Fair trade, ethical sourcing, and responsible business
conduct
5
Supply Chain
Resilience and
• Near-shoring and friend-shoring strategies
• Regional and plurilateral supply chain arrangements
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Reconfiguration
• Risk mitigation and diversification of sourcing and
markets
6
Logistics and
Shipping
• Green and energy-efficient shipping solutions
• Smart and autonomous logistics systems
• Cross-border trade in logistics and transport services
7
Artificial
Intelligence and
Trade Intelligence
• Predictive analytics for trade and market trends
• Automated compliance and regulatory screening
• Trade data curation, integration, and dissemination
• AI-enabled advisory tools and chatbots for exporters
• Demand
estimation,
forecasting,
and
competitive
market analysis
8
Technology-
Intensive and
Strategic Emerging
Sectors
• Agri-tech and smart farming products and services
• Climate-resilient agricultural inputs and value chains
• Health, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostics
• Biosecurity,
sanitary,
and
regulatory
compliance
frameworks
• Space economy products, services, and downstream
applications
• Dual-use
technologies
and
associated
export
compliance considerations
