Published: 3 January 2026Business StandardEconomy
Government Launches ₹4,531 Crore Market Access Support Scheme for Exporters
The government launched a ₹4,531 crore Market Access Support (MAS) scheme for FY26-31 to strengthen global market access for Indian exporters. The scheme focuses on MSMEs, first-time exporters, and firms in priority sectors including agriculture, leather, handloom, and toys.
MAS provides structured financial support for buyer-seller meets, participation in international trade fairs, mega reverse buyer-seller meets organized in India, and trade delegations to emerging markets. ₹500 crore has been allocated for the current fiscal, with ₹330 crore in arrears to be cleared first. MAS is the first component of the ₹25,060 crore export promotion mission approved by the Union Cabinet in November 2025. DGFT also launched two financial schemes worth ₹7,295 crore for interest subvention and collateral support for MSME export credit.
Mains angle
Q: The Market Access Support scheme aims to globalise Indian MSME exporters. Examine its design and placement within India's broader export promotion mission.
Answer (50 words):
The government launched the 4,531 crore rupees Market Access Support scheme for FY26-31, targeting MSMEs, first-time exporters, and priority sectors like leather, handloom and toys. It funds buyer-seller meets, trade fairs and delegations. 500 crore rupees is allocated this fiscal. MAS anchors the 25,060 crore rupees export promotion mission.
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What is the total outlay of the Market Access Support (MAS) scheme launched for exporters for FY26-31?
Explanation · Correct answer BThe Government launched the Market Access Support (MAS) scheme with ₹4,531 crore outlay for FY26-31, as part of the ₹25,060 crore Export Promotion Mission. It focuses on MSMEs and first-time exporters, supporting trade fairs, exhibitions, and Buyer-Seller Meets with a minimum 35% MSME participation mandate.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Market Access Support (MAS) scheme and how much is its budget?
The **Market Access Support (MAS) Scheme** was launched with **₹4,531 crore outlay for FY26-FY31** to strengthen global market access for Indian exporters. It is the **first component** of the **₹25,060 crore Export Promotion Mission** approved in **November 2025**, focusing on **MSMEs, first-time exporters, and priority sectors** like agriculture, leather, handloom, and toys.
What activities does the Market Access Support (MAS) scheme fund for Indian exporters?
The **MAS Scheme** (₹4,531 crore, FY26-FY31) supports: **buyer-seller meets (BSMs), participation in international trade fairs, mega reverse buyer-seller meets in India**, and **trade delegations to emerging markets**. Minimum **35% MSME participation** is mandatory; financial assistance is capped at **₹5 crore per BSM** and **₹10 crore per Reverse BSM**.
What is the ₹25,060 crore Export Promotion Mission and when was it approved?
The **₹25,060 crore Export Promotion Mission** was approved by the **Union Cabinet in November 2025**. It includes the **Market Access Support (MAS) Scheme (₹4,531 crore)** as its first component, along with **DGFT's ₹7,295 crore schemes** for interest subvention and collateral support for MSME export credit.
What is the MSME participation requirement in the Market Access Support scheme?
The **Market Access Support (MAS) Scheme** mandates a **minimum 35% MSME participation** in all supported activities. Financial assistance is capped at **₹5 crore per Buyer-Seller Meet (BSM)** and **₹10 crore per Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet (RBSM)** organized in India.
Which ministries implement the Market Access Support (MAS) scheme for export promotion?
The **Market Access Support (MAS) Scheme** (₹4,531 crore, FY26-31) is implemented jointly by the **Department of Commerce, Ministry of MSME (MoMSME)**, and **Ministry of Finance**. It is part of the **₹25,060 crore Export Promotion Mission** approved in November 2025.
