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International Cooperation Scheme

Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

Reimbursement/assistance varies by event category and component· Market Access

What is this?

Helps MSMEs explore export markets by supporting participation in international trade fairs, exhibitions, buyer-seller meets, and related market-access activities.

Objectives

  • Provide opportunities to MSMEs to continuously update themselves against changes in technology, demand, and emerging markets.

Who can apply?

  • MSMEs, State/Central Government organisations/institutions, and registered industry/enterprise associations.

What do you get?

  • Financial assistance on reimbursement across three components: Market Development Assistance, Capacity Building of First Time Exporters (CBFTE), and International Market Intelligence Dissemination (IMID).
  • CBFTE reimburses new Micro & Small Enterprise exporters for defined export-related costs.

How to apply

  • Apply via the Ministry of MSME's International Cooperation portal.

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Disclaimer: Costs and sample reports are published by PMEGP / MSME authorities. FoundersOffice Idea Browser is an independent discovery and briefing tool — not affiliated with the Government of India, MSME, KVIC, DIC, or any bank. Nothing here is a sanction, loan offer, or guarantee of subsidy. Heuristics and future scores are advisory; verify on the official portal before applying.

Source: “Playbook of Government Schemes and Initiatives for Startups” (Govt of India, June 2026) · verify against the official scheme source before relying on this for a filing.