If you’ve ever searched:
how to claim RoDTEP
why RoDTEP not received
RoDTEP process step by step
this guide will walk you through the exact flow, without the confusion.
As of now, RoDTEP rates have been restored, making it even more important to claim it correctly.
Phase 1: Pre-requisites for RoDTEP Eligibility
Before you even think about claiming RoDTEP benefits, make sure these basics are in place:
Valid IEC (Import Export Code)
ICEGATE registration with DSC
RCMC from relevant Export Promotion Council
AD Code registered at the port of export
Missing even one of these can delay or block your RoDTEP credit.
Phase 2: The Most Critical Step - Shipping Bill Declaration
This is where most RoDTEP claims fail.
Not later. Right here.
If your Shipping Bill is not filed correctly, no portal, no follow-up, no request can fix it later.
What needs to be done:
RoDTEP declaration must be marked as RODTEPY (Yes)
Each item must have the correct RoDTEP schedule code (as per Appendix 4R)
What usually goes wrong:
CHA forgets to select RoDTEPY
Wrong item code gets selected
Exporter assumes it can be corrected later
It cannot.
If your Shipping Bill shows RODTEPN, that shipment is out of the RoDTEP system completely.
No reversal. No amendment.
Phase 3: How to Generate RoDTEP Scrip on ICEGATE
Once export is completed and EGM (Export General Manifest) is filed, your job is not over.
Many exporters stop here and then wonder why they haven’t received RoDTEP benefits.
That’s because you need to actively generate your scrip.
Step 1: Create RoDTEP Ledger on ICEGATE
Log in to ICEGATE portal
Go to Financial Services → RoDTEP
Create your RoDTEP Credit Ledger (one-time step)
Step 2: Select Eligible Shipping Bills
Click on “Generate Scrip”
Choose port and scheme
System will show all eligible shipping bills where scroll is generated
Step 3: Generate Scrip
Select shipping bills
Click “Generate Scrip”
Your RoDTEP credit will now reflect in your ICEGATE ledger.
Phase 4: How to Use or Sell RoDTEP Scrip
RoDTEP is not just a credit. It’s a liquid asset.
You have two options:
1. Use it for imports
Pay Basic Customs Duty (BCD) using the scrip
2. Sell it in the market
Typically sold at a small discount
₹100 credit may sell for ₹97–₹98
This helps improve working capital, especially if you don’t import regularly.
Common Reasons Why RoDTEP Benefits Are Not Received
If you’ve ever faced delays, it’s usually one of these:
Shipping Bill marked as RODTEPN
Incorrect RoDTEP item code
EGM not filed properly
RoDTEP scrip not generated on ICEGATE
Export proceeds not realized within RBI timeline (usually 9 months)
In some cases, benefits already credited can also be recovered with interest if compliance is not met.
Who Is Not Eligible for RoDTEP
Not all exports qualify.
Generally excluded:
SEZ (Special Economic Zone) units
EOUs (Export Oriented Unit)
Products under Minimum Export Price (MEP)
Always verify eligibility before assuming benefits.
How GlobeXport Logistics LLP Helps
RoDTEP looks simple on paper.
In reality, most losses happen in small execution gaps.
At GlobeXport Logistics, we help exporters:
File error-free shipping bills with correct RoDTEP declaration
Ensure correct classification and coding
Track ICEGATE scrolls and scrip generation
Avoid missed claims and compliance risks
For many exporters, this alone recovers lakhs in otherwise lost benefits.
Final Thought
RoDTEP is not a bonus.
It’s part of your margin.
And like most things in exports, it doesn’t reward effort. It rewards precision.
Disclaimer
RoDTEP rates and policies are subject to change as per DGFT notifications. Always refer to official ICEGATE and DGFT updates.
