Export Incentive Schemes
TMA
Advisory Services
The Transport & Marketing Assistance (TMA) scheme was introduced by the Government of India to support exporters of agricultural products by partially offsetting international freight and marketing costs. The objective of the scheme is to improve the competitiveness of Indian agricultural exports in global markets. For many exporters in the agriculture and food processing sectors, logistics and transportation expenses form a significant part of export costs. The TMA scheme helps reduce this burden by providing financial assistance linked to export shipments. However, exporters often face challenges in understanding product eligibility, freight coverage, documentation requirements, and claim procedures under the scheme. Proper advisory support can help businesses ensure accurate declarations and maximise benefits. Shangrila Corporate Services Pvt Ltd provides structured advisory to help exporters assess eligibility under the TMA scheme, manage documentation requirements, and ensure smooth claim processing for eligible export shipments.
Service at a Glance
Partial reimbursement of international freight costs
Partial reimbursement of international freight costs
Reduction in logistics expenses for exporters
Reduction in logistics expenses for exporters
Improved export competitiveness in global markets
Improved export competitiveness in global markets
Financial support for agricultural export growth
Financial support for agricultural export growth
Overview
What is the Transport & Marketing Assistance (TMA) Scheme?
The Transport & Marketing Assistance (TMA) scheme is an export promotion initiative designed to support exporters of agricultural and processed food products by reimbursing part of the international freight cost.
The scheme aims to address the higher logistics cost associated with exporting agricultural products from India to overseas markets.
TMA benefits are provided based on notified rates linked to export shipments and destinations.
The scheme operates under India's export promotion framework administered by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade.
Key Service Highlights
- Partial reimbursement of international freight costs
- Reduction in logistics expenses for exporters
- Improved export competitiveness in global markets
- Financial support for agricultural export growth
- Encouragement for diversification of export markets
Advisory Note
Structured advisory helps evaluate eligibility, prepare accurate documentation, and reduce execution risk while pursuing available trade policy benefits.
Suitable For
Who Should Consider TMA?
This advisory is most relevant for businesses that need eligibility clarity, documentation accuracy, and practical support through the scheme lifecycle.
Food processing companies exporting finished products
Merchant exporters dealing in agricultural commodities
Exporters shipping agri products to overseas markets
Key Benefits
Key Benefits of TMA
Structured implementation can help improve cost efficiency, reduce procedural risk, and support better trade outcomes.
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Partial reimbursement of international freight costs
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Reduction in logistics expenses for exporters
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Improved export competitiveness in global markets
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Financial support for agricultural export growth
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Encouragement for diversification of export markets
Process
How TMA Works
A practical workflow for evaluating eligibility, preparing documentation, submitting applications, and managing follow-through.
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Export of eligible agricultural or processed food products
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Filing shipping bills with appropriate scheme declaration
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Submission of claim applications with supporting documentation
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Verification by the concerned authorities
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Disbursement of financial assistance as per notified rates
Common Pitfalls
Common Challenges Businesses Face
These issues often lead to delays, missed benefits, documentation gaps, or unnecessary compliance exposure.
Uncertainty regarding product eligibility under the scheme
Difficulty identifying applicable assistance rates
Errors in export documentation or shipping bill declarations
Delays in claim processing due to incomplete documentation
Lack of clarity regarding freight coverage conditions
Professional advisory can help exporters navigate scheme requirements and avoid claim rejections.
Our Services
Our Approach to TMA
End-to-end advisory support focused on eligibility, documentation, filing, compliance, and benefit optimisation.
Eligibility Assessment
Evaluation of export products and destinations eligible for TMA benefits.
Documentation Advisory
Guidance on preparing accurate shipping bill declarations and claim documentation.
Claim Preparation Support
Assistance in preparing and submitting TMA claims
Compliance Guidance
Advisory on maintaining documentation required under scheme provisions
Scheme Utilisation Strategy
Support in integrating TMA benefits into overall export cost optimisation.
Documentation
Documents Required to Get Started
Share these documents with our team so we can assess eligibility and begin structuring the advisory process.
Import Export Code (IEC)
Export invoices and shipping bills
Freight invoices and shipping documentation
Product HS classification
Export shipment details
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
It is an export incentive scheme that provides financial assistance to agricultural exporters for international freight costs.
Exporters of notified agricultural and processed food products may be eligible.
Assistance is provided based on export shipments and notified rates.
Eligibility may vary depending on product category and destination markets.
It helps offset high logistics costs and improves global price competitiveness.
Why SCS
Why Work with Shangrila Corporate Services
We help exporters maximise available incentives and strengthen international trade operations.
Expertise in export incentive schemes and Foreign Trade Policy provisions
Experience in assisting exporters with regulatory compliance
Structured approach to export incentive advisory
Practical guidance for exporters navigating scheme procedures
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Reduce Export Logistics Costs with TMA Benefits
Evaluate eligibility under the TMA scheme Ensure accurate claim documentation Optimise export cost structures
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