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EXIM Courses in India, Listed in One Place
Courses from a selection of export-import training providers across India — IISFT, Exim Guild, iiiEM, GFE Business, IIFT/DGFT and more. Compare options and enroll directly with the provider.
A selection of training providers currently listed on this page
🏛️ IIFT / DGFT Govt. of India
🏛️ FIEO · WeSchool Apex Export Body
🏛️ ICC Academy International
🏛️ ITC (UN/WTO) UN-Backed
🏛️ iiiEM Est. 2008
🏛️ IISFT NSQF Aligned
🏛️ Exim Guild ISO 9001
🏛️ GFE Business
🏛️ EXIM Academy CILT Affiliated
Why This Page Exists
Finding the Right EXIM Course Shouldn't Be This Hard
India's school and college curriculum rarely covers foreign trade — leaving thousands of aspiring exporters, importers, and trade professionals without a clear starting point. If you've ever Googled "how to start export business" or spotted an ad promising overnight success in international trade, you know the confusion that follows.
We built this section for two groups: entrepreneurs who want to start or grow an export-import business, and job seekers looking to build a career in international trade, logistics, or customs. Here you'll find a curated list of institutes offering structured export-import courses — including short 5-to-10-day entrepreneur bootcamps that cover the entire trade cycle quickly, plus longer certificate and PG diploma programmes for those wanting deeper credentials. Compare and choose what fits your goals and schedule.
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A note on neutrality & availability: GTA does not recommend, endorse, or guarantee the quality of any course or institute listed here. Course schedules, fees, formats, and batch availability change frequently — some programmes run only at certain times of year, others may be paused or rebranded. Always verify the latest details on the provider's own website before paying or applying. This page is informational; treat it as a starting point for your own research.
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No Trade in Curriculum
Indian academia rarely covers international trade — a critical gap for aspiring exporters and trade professionals alike.
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Flexible Learning Formats
Online, live weekend batches, and classroom options — compare formats and find what suits you.
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Cut Through the Noise
Skip the dubious newspaper ads. Every provider listed here has a verifiable track record.
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Unbiased Listing
No paid placements, no affiliate fees. Institutes are listed on merit and relevance.
Showing 12 hand-picked courses — free govt MOOCs, IIFT & FIEO long-form, international ICC certification, short entrepreneur bootcamps, and established private institutes. Always confirm current batch dates & fees on the provider's website.
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IIFT · DGFTGovt. Free💻 Online👤 For Both
MOOC on Skills for Export & Import Management — Niryat Bandhu
🏛️ Indian Institute of Foreign Trade & DGFT · Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of India
Government of India's flagship free EXIM course under the Niryat Bandhu Scheme. Self-paced video modules developed by IIFT covering export readiness, HS code classification, market identification, DGFT's role, Foreign Trade Policy, Incoterms, payment terms, duty drawback, RoDTEP, trade agreements, and non-tariff barriers. Best starting point for absolute beginners before investing in a paid course.
UN
ITC (UN/WTO)UN-Backed Free💻 Online👤 For Both
SME Trade Academy — 100+ Free Trade Courses
🏛️ International Trade Centre · Joint agency of UN & WTO · Geneva
Over 100 free e-learning courses from the joint UN/WTO trade body covering export development, market analysis, sustainability standards, e-commerce, trade finance, women entrepreneurship, and sector-specific exports (textiles, agribusiness). Self-paced with completion certificates. Excellent for understanding international buyer expectations and global standards.
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IIFT DelhiIntermediate🏫 Offline👤 For Both
Certificate Programme in Export Import Management (CPEIM) — Offline
🏛️ Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Delhi · Deemed University · Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of India
4-month weekend programme at IIFT's Qutab Institutional Area campus, New Delhi. 150 classroom hours covering International Marketing, Foreign Trade Policy, Customs Procedures, International Trade Logistics, EXIM Documentation, and Trade Finance & Forex. Saturday-Sunday classes. Bachelor's degree required; admission via interview at IIFT campus.
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FIEO · WeSchoolAdvanced🏫 Offline💼 For Job-Seekers
Post Graduate Programme in Foreign Trade Management (PGP-FTM)
🏛️ FIEO & WeSchool, Mumbai · FIEO — Apex export-promotion body under Ministry of Commerce
11-month full-time PG programme jointly offered by the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) and Welingkar Institute (WeSchool) in Mumbai. Curriculum endorsed by trade practitioners — covers international trade policy, EXIM finance, logistics, legal compliance, market access, and global strategy. Faculty drawn from FIEO, government departments, banks, law firms, and exporters. Aimed at entry-level professionals wanting a career in foreign trade.
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ICC AcademyInternational💻 Online💼 For Job-Seekers
Export/Import Certificate (EIC)
🏛️ International Chamber of Commerce Academy · Paris · The body that publishes Incoterms® and UCP 600
30 hours of online learning across 5 core courses (22 lessons) on contracts, Incoterms 2020, payment & finance, logistics, and dispute resolution. Created by the ICC — the institution that actually publishes the rules used in global trade. EIC is accredited by CSCMP, BAFT, IBF, LIBF, and GTPA. Live-proctored online exam (70% to pass) earns the international "EIC" designation. Recognised by employers worldwide.
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FIEOBeginner🔁 Hybrid🚀 For Entrepreneurs
5-Day Training Programme on International Trade
🏛️ Federation of Indian Export Organisations · Apex export-promotion body, set up by Ministry of Commerce
FIEO runs recurring 5-day intensives covering the full export-import cycle — why & how to export, IEC registration, finding buyers, Incoterms, payment terms, documentation, customs procedures, export finance, and government incentive schemes. Delivered via web conference, with periodic physical batches at regional FIEO offices (Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Kolkata). Check FIEO's events page for the next batch.
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iiiEMBeginner🔁 Hybrid👤 For Both
Certificate in Import Export Management
🏛️ International Institute of Import & Export Management · Headquartered Ahmedabad · Multiple cities
Long-running private institute (founded 2008) focused on practical EXIM business education. Courses cover product & market selection, documentation, shipping & logistics, e-commerce exports, and business setup. Available in classroom and distance modes across Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Pune, Surat, Indore, and Rajkot. Different course lengths (short certificate to longer diploma).
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iiiEMBootcamp🔁 Hybrid🚀 For Entrepreneurs
Practical Export-Import Business Programme
🏛️ iiiEM · Recurring batches across Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Surat, Delhi
Practical short programme aimed squarely at aspiring entrepreneurs who want a fast, end-to-end overview before launching an export-import business. Covers buyer & supplier sourcing, documentation, logistics, banking, customs, and government schemes. Currently runs as a 5–6 week format with live online weekday sessions plus weekend modules; periodic Sunday-based classroom intensives also run in major cities. One year of post-completion support included.
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IISFTBeginner💻 Online💼 For Job-Seekers
EXIM Executive — Custom Clearance, Documentation & Shipping (NSQF 4)
🏛️ Indian Institute of Skill Foreign Trade · Logistics Sector Skill Council aligned · NSQF Level 4
Job-role oriented online course mapped to NSQF Level 4 (Logistics Sector Skill Council). Learn-anytime format with weekly live doubt sessions. Covers ICEGATE, EDI filing, Bill of Entry, customs valuation, Foreign Trade Policy, duty drawback, and marine insurance. Best fit for job-seekers targeting CHA firms, freight forwarders, and shipping lines.
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Exim GuildIntermediate🏫 Offline🚀 For Entrepreneurs
Certificate Program in Export Import Management — Classroom (CPEIM)
🏛️ Exim Guild · Kolkata · Durgapur · Bangalore
45-hour classroom program over 6 weekends. Covers export-import cycle, buyer finding, documentation, LC & CAD payment management, pre-shipment inspection, customs procedures, and government benefit schemes (RoDTEP, duty drawback). Scholarships available for women and economically weaker applicants.
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GFE BusinessBeginner🔁 Hybrid🚀 For Entrepreneurs
Global Live Export-Import Training Program
🏛️ GFE Business School · ISO certified · Multi-city presence
6-Sunday practical program covering IEC registration, market research, documentation, buyer finding, HS codes, customs compliance, and e-commerce exports (incl. Amazon Global Selling). Available in classroom and online modes across multiple Indian cities. Post-training support and a buyer-supplier networking community for alumni.
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EXIM AcademyIntermediate🏫 Offline💼 For Job-Seekers
Advance Diploma in Freight Forwarding & EXIM Management
🏛️ EXIM Academy, Chennai · CILT (UK) affiliated · STED Council certified
120-hour classroom programme over 4 months at Guindy, Chennai. Specialises in freight-forwarding-side training: multimodal transport, customs clearance, supply chain management, EXIM law, export entrepreneurship, and digital marketing. CILT-affiliated certificate is recognised internationally in the logistics industry — relevant for those targeting shipping lines, CHA firms, and 3PL companies.
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