Applying for EPCG scheme (ANF 5A)

Table of Content

1. What is EPCG Scheme?
2. Applying for EPCG scheme
3. Amendment of EPCG Licence
4. Import Process under EPCG & Installation Certificate
5. Export Obligation under EPCG scheme
6. Block-wise Extension under EPCG scheme
7. Export Obligation Period extension under EPCG scheme
8. Fulfillment of export obligation / Export process under EPCG licence
9. Closure of EPCG licence / Export Obligation Discharge Certificate
10. FAQs
11. Important notifications related to EPCG scheme

Applying for EPCG scheme

To avail benefits under an EPCG scheme, following documents are required:

1. Your user profile must be linked with an IEC.
2. The applicant has an ‘Active’ IEC
3. A valid DSC / e-sign must be registered in the system.
4. GSTN details corresponding to the branches of the IEC.
5. Valid RCMC details issued to the IEC. 

One can apply for a Fresh EPCG licence on DGFT onine portal. Although, the process is quite simple, it can be overwhelming for someone who is not acquainted with the terminology and how to work around the complex portal.

The application for Fresh EPCG licence is called ANF 5A. The applicant has to keep the following information handy during the time of application.

• Applicant details – IEC, RCMC, GST
• Export Details – ensure that all the products that can be manufactured using the capital goods are included in this list
• Capital Goods Details (Import / Indigenous)
• Supplier Details
• Bank Guarantee – A bank guarantee of upto 20% of the Duty Saved amount is mandatory for applying for EPCG licence
• CA / CE certificates
• Recommended Attachments

After entering all the required details and accepting the declaration, you will be given a summary of the application, verify all the information and proceed for making the payment. Once payment is done your File number is generated.