SC/ST Airfare Refund: Overseas Exhibiting
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Quick Answer
Full economy airfare for one SC/ST representative from each enterprise exhibiting at an international exhibition or trade fair abroad.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Provider
- National SC-ST Hub
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
- Registrations needed
- Udyam registration
About this subsidy
Exhibiting abroad means somebody has to be on the stand. Under the Special Marketing Assistance Scheme (SMAS) of the National SC-ST Hub, that person's flight is paid for.
The scheme covers 100% of the economy class airfare by the shortest route for one representative belonging to SC/ST from each participating SC/ST enterprise taking part in international exhibitions and trade fairs abroad.
It sits alongside the stall charge subsidy and the per-event budgetary ceiling for participation.
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Subsidy providers
The National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) is a Government of India scheme under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, implemented through the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC), a public-sector undertaking under that ministry. It was launched by the Prime Minister…
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What You Get
100% of the economy class airfare by the shortest route for one SC/ST representative from each participating enterprise exhibiting at an international exhibition or trade fair abroad. No separate rupee ceiling is stated for the fare itself; it is settled within the overall per-event budgetary support for participation.
- Disbursement
- Reimbursement
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Application Process
- 1
Register to exhibit
Enrol your enterprise as an exhibitor and nominate an SC/ST representative.
You - 2
- 3
- 4
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
See the questions before you start
Download every question this programme's application form asks, so you can prepare your answers offline before opening the portal.
- 2
Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
- 3
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 4
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much of the airfare is covered?
100% of the economy class airfare by the shortest route.
How many representatives per enterprise?
One, and the representative must belong to SC/ST.
Is this different from the airfare for exhibition visits?
Yes — this component applies when your enterprise is participating as an exhibitor, not merely visiting.
Is business class allowed?
No. Economy class by the shortest route.
Who runs it?
The National SC-ST Hub, under its Special Marketing Assistance Scheme (SMAS).
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
