Marketing Development Assistance Scheme
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Marketing Development Assistance (MDA) Scheme is run by the Ministry of Tourism to help promote Indian tourism in foreign countries. It supports tourism operators, travel companies, and tourism-related businesses in marketing Indian destinations overseas. The scheme aims to increase international tourist arrivals and boost India's tourism sector globally.
What You Get
- Financial assistance for overseas marketing and promotional activities
- Support for participation in international tourism fairs and exhibitions
- Help with advertising and publicity in foreign markets
- Assistance in brand promotion of Indian tourism destinations abroad
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–60 years
- Tourism operators and travel companies registered in India
- Hotels, resorts, and hospitality businesses
- Tour operators with valid licenses
- Tourism-related enterprises engaged in overseas marketing
- Businesses must be actively involved in promoting Indian tourism internationally
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Business Registration Certificate
- 2. Tourism License
- 3. Bank Account Details
- 4. GST Registration
- 5. Company/Business Profile
- 6. Proposed Marketing Plan
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Tourism
- Category
- Financial
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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