| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Market Access Support (MAS) Scheme |
| Launch Period | FY 2026-31 |
| Total Outlay | ₹4,531 crore |
| Objective | Strengthen India's export ecosystem, improve global visibility, market access, and competitiveness of Indian exporters |
| Focus Areas | MSMEs, first-time exporters, priority sectors (agriculture, handloom, leather, toys) |
| Key Features | Supports participation in international trade fairs, buyer-seller meets, trade delegations to priority and emerging markets, structured and outcome-oriented approach |
| Beneficiaries | MSMEs, first-time exporters, exporters from priority sectors, small exporters entering new geographies |
| MSME Focus | At least 35% MSME participation mandatory in supported events, partial airfare support for small exporters (export turnover up to ₹75 lakh), preferential financial support for priority sectors |
| Funding Details | ₹500 crore allocated in current financial year, pending arrears of ₹330 crore to be cleared initially, rolling 3 to 5 year calendar of major market access events |
| Not Linked to US Tariffs | Officials clarified the scheme is not a reaction to US tariffs but aims to address structural and long-term export challenges |
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