Incentives for UP Exporters: MDA, Freight & More
What Do You Get?
Under the UP Export Promotion Policy, exporters get back a large share of what they spend on marketing, logistics, and certification. These are recurring annual claims — once the system is in place, the money keeps coming in every year.
Key Incentives
| Incentive | How Much (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Marketing Development Assistance (MDA) | Up to 75% of spend on foreign fairs, travel, samples, and certification (with an annual cap) |
| Freight subsidy | Support on export container freight |
| Air freight (high-value goods) | Special assistance provision |
| E-commerce export | Reimbursement of platform expenses |
| Quality certifications | Support for international certification costs |
Use the export incentive calculator to estimate your MDA reimbursement.
Eligibility
- Valid IEC + a unit established in UP
- Udyam registration, GST
- Valid proof of expenditure (payment via banking channel)
- Proof of export (shipping bills, BRC)
For the full detail, see every scheme in one directory, eligibility, documents, the RoDTEP guide, getting started, or the FAQ.
Claim Process
- Keep expense-related documents (invoices, payment, participation certificate) safe
- File the claim through the UP export portal/DIEPC within the prescribed window
- Reimbursement after verification
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I claim for old expenses?
Claims have a time limit — usually within a set period after the expense/export. Old expenses lapse once the window closes.
Is this different from RoDTEP/Drawback?
Yes — RoDTEP/Drawback are central schemes tied to the shipping bill; these are separate UP government incentives. You can claim both.
Need help filing export incentive claims?
ClaimDesk (A NorthStar Advisors brand, Noida) handles everything from documentation to filing and follow-up. The first conversation is completely free.
MSMEUP.com is independent information & tools — free, and not run by any consultancy. ClaimDesk is a separate, private consultancy (a NorthStar Advisors brand) for those who want professional filing help; its fee is for that service, not a government charge, and using it is entirely optional — MSMEUP's guides and tools work the same with or without it.
Official portal: msme.up.gov.in Last reviewed: Aug 2026
This page summarizes publicly available scheme information. For the current official notification, application form and exact eligibility conditions, always confirm on the portal above before applying or filing a claim.