Central government · Ministry of MSME

International Cooperation Scheme IC Scheme

Pays part of the cost for MSMEs to take part in international trade fairs and business delegations abroad.

Last updated on 5 November 2026

Cost to apply: Free
Status: Open
Run by: Ministry of MSME

Official website (external site)

What you get

Stall charges up to ₹3.5 lakh or actual rent, whichever is lower
Economy airfare up to ₹1.75 lakh or actual fare, whichever is lower
Freight up to ₹50,000 plus ₹10,000 per MSME, or ₹75,000 plus ₹10,000 per MSME for Latin American countries

Who can apply

Businesses that are already running.
Open to businesses in manufacturing and services.
Micro, small and medium enterprises.
Udyam registration is needed. It is free.

Where to apply

In person, International Cooperation section, Ministry of MSME

Head office

International Cooperation section, Ministry of MSME, run by Ministry of MSME011-23063526ic.sec-msme@gov.in

Where we found this

ZED portal, benefits and incentives list incl. International Cooperation Scheme (external site) Official
PIB, Year End Review 2025, Coir Board use of the IC scheme (external site) Official announcement

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