Textile Ministry extends ROSCTL scheme until December 31, 2026

Textile Ministry Extends Validity of ROSTCL Plan to December 31, 2026

The Ministry of Textiles today (1 October 2026) announced via a press release that the validity of the Registered Order Supply Chain Tracking List (ROSTCL) scheme will be extended until 31 December 2026. This move is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance transparency, traceability and competitiveness in the textile sector.

Speaking on behalf of the ministry, spokesperson Rajiv Patil noted that the ROSTCL scheme was launched at the end of 2023 and has since played a pivotal role in the supply chain of the textile industry. Under the scheme, all major textile producers, manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers are required to register their orders and supply data on a centralized digital platform. Through this platform, the government and industry stakeholders can track every stage of production, distribution and sales in real time.

“With this extension, we are ensuring that textile producers at both rural and urban levels can manage their supply chains more effectively,” Patil said. He also mentioned that several new features will be added during this period, such as automated reporting, data analytics and AI‑based tools for risk identification in the supply chain.

Currently, more than 12,000 textile producers are registered under the ROSTCL scheme. Of these, 7,500 are small and micro enterprises (SMEs) and 4,500 are large industries. Because the scheme’s extension will run until 31 December 2026, the government has also pledged to simplify the registration process further. An online form will be made available for new registrations, and the registration fee will be reduced by 10 %.

The ministry also announced that new cybersecurity protocols will be implemented to enhance data security on the ROSTCL platform. Additionally, the government has established a “Tracking and Tracing Helpline” that producers can contact 24/7 for any issues or doubts.

Key industry players welcomed the decision. Sachi Sharma, Chairman of Silk Silks Limited, said, “The extension of ROSTCL is a positive step for us. It will give us better visibility in our supply chain and enable us to deliver timely, high‑quality products to our customers.”

On the other hand, some small enterprise owners expressed concerns about the extension. They stated that they need technical assistance to enter data on the digital platform. The government has promised to address this issue by launching a “Digital Literacy Programme” that will conduct free training sessions in rural areas.

Alongside the extension, the ministry announced that all enterprises registered under ROSTCL will receive an annual audit report by the first quarter of 2027. The report will assess each enterprise’s supply chain efficiency, cost and timeliness.

In the public interest, this step will increase transparency in the textile industry and provide consumers with better products. The ministry said that this extension is not just a regulatory measure but a strategic initiative aimed at making India competitive in the global textile market.

Thus, by extending the ROSTCL scheme until 31 December 2026, the Ministry of Textiles aims to further strengthen transparency, traceability and efficiency in the textile industry’s supply chain, bringing a new direction and hope to all industry stakeholders.