Interest Subvention Calculator

Rates follow RBI's Interest Equalization Scheme (3% for MSME manufacturers, 2% for other eligible exporters). Confirm eligibility with your bank.

Estimate the interest subvention benefit on your pre- and post-shipment rupee export credit under RBI's Interest Equalization Scheme — 3% for MSME exporters, 2% for other eligible exporters. Free for Indian exporters.

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Subvention Estimate

Indicative benefit under the Interest Equalization Scheme.

How it’s calculated

Formula: Annual interest = Principal × Bank rate ÷ 100. Annual subvention = the lower of (Principal × Subvention rate ÷ 100) and the annual interest itself. Period subvention = Annual subvention × Months ÷ 12. Effective rate = Bank rate − Subvention rate. Net cost = Period interest − Period subvention.
Example: ₹50,00,000 loan at 9.5% for 12 months with 3% MSME subvention → annual interest ₹4,75,000, subvention ₹1,50,000, effective rate 6.5%, net cost ₹3,25,000.
What it means: The subvention benefit is capped at the actual interest you pay — you can never receive more benefit than the interest charged. The estimator uses RBI’s Interest Equalization Scheme rates (3% for MSME manufacturers, 2% for other eligible exporters); your bank applies the notified rate on your specific export credit facility.

Understanding the Interest Equalization Scheme

RBI's Interest Equalization Scheme provides interest subvention on pre- and post-shipment rupee export credit to make export finance cheaper. Eligible exporters currently receive 3% subvention (MSME exporters) or 2% subvention (other exporters in notified sectors such as textiles, leather, engineering and pharmaceuticals). The subvention is adjusted against the interest charged by the AD bank.

This calculator estimates your annual and period benefit: Annual subvention = Loan × Subvention rate, capped at the actual interest cost. The effective interest rate is your bank rate minus the subvention. Confirm eligibility and claim timelines with your AD bank branch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the 3% subvention?
MSME exporters (as per the MSME classification) are eligible for 3% subvention on rupee export credit under the scheme. Other exporters in notified sectors are eligible for 2%.
Does subvention apply to foreign currency credit?
The Interest Equalization Scheme applies to rupee (INR) pre- and post-shipment export credit. Foreign currency export credit is outside this scheme.
How is the subvention claimed?
The AD bank adjusts the subvention against interest and claims reimbursement from RBI through the nodal agency. The exporter usually sees the reduced effective rate directly on the loan account.
What is the current interest subvention rate for exporters?
Under RBI's Interest Equalization Scheme, eligible MSME manufacturer exporters receive 3% and other eligible exporters in notified HS lines receive 2% on pre- and post-shipment rupee export credit. The calculator estimates the benefit; confirm current eligibility with your bank.
Are the subvention rates official?
Rates follow RBI's Interest Equalization Scheme notifications. Schemes and eligibility can change, so verify the applicable rate and your eligibility with your AD bank or the DGFT portal.
Is the Interest Subvention Calculator free to use?
Yes. The Interest Subvention Calculator is 100% free for personal and commercial use — no registration, login or payment required.