Gsp Certificate
Apply for GSP certificate with expert assistance. Understand documents required, government fees, processing time and the step-by-step process before you file with.
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About this service
Gsp Certificate is a key regulatory filing administered by Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Issuing authorities: DGFT Regional Authorities and agencies empanelled by DGFT — including FIEO, FICCI, CII, ASSOCHAM, EEPC India, CHEMEXCIL, etc.. Filing is executed via - **Form A** — CoO under UNCTAD GSP (generalised preferences) — for exports to markets offering GSP. under Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992 — **Section 5** (issue of export policy directions); Foreign Trade (Regulation) Rules, 1993. International framework: **UNCTAD Generalised System of Preferences (GSP)** — Decision of UNCTAD Trade & Development Board 1971; Kyoto Convention on simplification of Customs procedures. Bilateral/Regional FTAs/PTAs under which preferential CoO is issued: APTA (Asia-Pacific Trade Agreement), SAFTA, India-ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (2009), India-Korea CEPA (2009), India-Japan CEPA (2011), India-Malaysia CECA (2011), India-Australia ECTA (2022), India-UAE CEPA (2022), India-Mauritius CECPA (2021).. Our specialist-led team ensures full compliance with statutory documentation, eligibility verification, and expedited government approval.
Eligibility & thresholds
- Valid identity & address proof of applicant
- Active PAN & registered business premises
- Authorized representative authorization
- Compliant under applicable regulatory laws
- No pending statutory disqualifications
- Valid across authorized operational jurisdictions
- Pre-filing statutory documentation verification
- Official statutory fee schedule as per authority
- Mandatory periodic compliance filings post-approval
What's included
Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.
Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.
| Fee Component | Amount (₹) | Basis / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Gsp Certificate Statutory Filing | ₹0 (No government fee) | Government fee is Nil / exempted under applicable statutory rulesOfficial Regulator |
| Total Government Fee | No fee | (for default assumptions stated below) |
Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. Verified 25 August 2026.
Required documents
Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.
- ›IEC of the exporter. — IEC of the exporter.
- ›PAN of entity / proprietor. — PAN of entity / proprietor.
- ›GST invoice / commercial invoice of the consignment. — GST invoice / commercial invoice of the consignment.
- ›Packing list, bill of lading/airway bill (or shipping bill number once filed). — Packing list, bill of lading/airway bill (or shipping bill number once filed).
- ›Self-declaration of origin / manufacturer's affidavit (Form A requires Box 8 declaration by exporter — Self-declaration of origin / manufacturer's affidavit (Form A requires Box 8 declaration by exporter; Box 10 certification by issuing agency).
- ›Cost statement demonstrating value-addition, where RoO is claimed on VA basis. — Cost statement demonstrating value-addition, where RoO is claimed on VA basis.
- ›Bill of materials / BOM for CTC-based RoO. — Bill of materials / BOM for CTC-based RoO.
- ›DSC or e-Sign for online submission on eCoO portal. — DSC or e-Sign for online submission on eCoO portal.
How it works
Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.
- 1Customer⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 1: **I-Pro / Customer**
**I-Pro / Customer**: Determine destination country, applicable FTA, and corresponding CoO form (Form A / AI / AK / AJ / AU / UA etc.). - 2I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 2: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Verify RoO compliance — compute CTC / VA percentage based on the FTA-specific rules. - 3I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 3: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Open https://trade.doc.gov.in/eCoO → exporter login (using IEC + DSC/e-Sign). - 4I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 4: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Select "New Application" → choose FTA → choose form. - 5I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 5: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Fill all fields — exporter details, consignee details, HS code, description, quantity, FOB value, origin criterion (P / W / PSR). - 6I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 6: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Upload invoice, packing list, BOM/cost statement, supporting manufacturer's affidavit. - 7I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 7: **Customer**
**Customer**: Affix DSC/e-Sign; submit application. - 8I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 8: **Issuing authority (DGFT RA / empanelled agency)**
**Issuing authority (DGFT RA / empanelled agency)**: Scrutinises RoO compliance; queries if required. - 9I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 9: **Issuing authority**
**Issuing authority**: Approves and digitally signs the CoO; system generates unique CoO number and QR code. - 10Regulator⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 10: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Download digitally-signed CoO PDF; share with customer for export documentation.
Post-registration compliance
What to file next. I-Pro handles these as part of the annual compliance package.
| Filing | Form | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Commencement of Business (Form INC-20A) Penalty: ₹50,000 for company + ₹1,000/day for directors (max ₹1 Lakh) | One-time mandatory | Within 180 days of incorporation after bank capital deposit |
| First Auditor Appointment (Form ADT-1) Penalty: Statutory non-compliance; prosecution of defaulting officers | 5-year tenure | Within 30 days of incorporation by Board of Directors |
| Annual Financial Statements (Form AOC-4) Penalty: ₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling | Annual | Within 30 days of AGM (by 29 October annually) |
| Annual Return (Form MGT-7) Penalty: ₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling | Annual | Within 60 days of AGM (by 29 November annually) |
| Director KYC Verification (DIR-3 KYC) Penalty: ₹5,000 statutory fee per DIN + deactivation | Annual | Every designated partner / director holding active DIN by 30 September |
Penalties for non-compliance
Statutory penalties under governing regulatory provisions. Avoid non-compliance delays.
| Non-compliance | Provision | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Commencement of Business (Form INC-20A) | One-time mandatory | ₹50,000 for company + ₹1,000/day for directors (max ₹1 Lakh) |
| First Auditor Appointment (Form ADT-1) | 5-year tenure | Statutory non-compliance; prosecution of defaulting officers |
| Annual Financial Statements (Form AOC-4) | Annual | ₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling |
| Annual Return (Form MGT-7) | Annual | ₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling |
| Director KYC Verification (DIR-3 KYC) | Annual | ₹5,000 statutory fee per DIN + deactivation |
Common mistakes to avoid
Avoidable filing errors that cause delays or rejection. Each can be resolved before submission.
- 1Mismatched applicant legal name or identity details across KYC proofsWhy: Government verification APIs cross-check with UIDAI and MCA databases and automatically flag discrepancies in spelling or dates.Fix: Our specialists pre-validate your documents against official government databases before portal filing.
- 2Submitting outdated utility bills or non-notarized commercial leasesWhy: Premises proofs older than 60 days or defective landlord NOCs trigger statutory scrutiny queries and multi-week processing delays.Fix: We verify recent billing dates and provide pre-formatted, legally vetted landlord NOC and lease formats.
- 3Selecting incorrect classification, turnover slab, or statutory activity codeWhy: Applications filed under inappropriate classifications attract show-cause notices and potential rejection without statutory fee refund.Fix: We conduct a statutory scope assessment to align your application with the exact regulatory requirements.
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