The International Trade Division, a division of the India SME Forum, is dedicated to empowering the growth and facilitation of global trade opportunities for the Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises in India. As a part of the India SME Forum, we focus on providing the necessary support, resources, and guidance to help MSMEs expand their businesses in the international market.
In collaboration with Government bodies, Trade Associations, and International Partners, the International Trade Division offers end-to-end assistance including Export Advisory, Buyer-Seller matchmaking, Market Intelligence, and participation in Global Trade events. By bridging the gap between Indian MSMEs and International Stakeholders, we aim to create sustainable trade linkages, enhance competitiveness, and drive inclusive economic growth through increased global engagement.
"To empower ISF 98,000+ MSME members to become globally competitive leaders.”
To build a dynamic global platform that not only connects Indian MSMEs with international buyers and partners, but also enables international buyers to discover and engage with Indian MSMEs. By facilitating meaningful networking, fostering knowledge exchange, and promoting trusted partnerships, we empower enterprises worldwide to expand their markets, strengthen their competitiveness, and drive inclusive, sustainable global trade growth.
Facilitate entry into international markets by providing targeted support, export-readiness programs, and market intelligence.
Establish platforms for meaningful B2B engagement through trade delegations, buyer-seller meets, and networking events.
Equip MSMEs with essential skills, certifications, and compliance knowledge to meet global standards and increase export potential.
Encourage the exchange of best practices, technical know-how, and sectoral insights between Indian and international stakeholders.
Facilitate access to export finance, logistics, and branding support to help MSMEs scale efficiently and build global visibility.
Promote sustainability, ethical business practices, and inclusive participation of women-led and rural enterprises in global trade.
Founded in May 2011, India SME Forum is India’s largest non-profit organization dedicated to supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It advocates for entrepreneur-friendly policies and recognizes innovative SMEs.
With 98,200+ MSME members, including 9,400+ women entrepreneurs, and a network of 1.2 million+ MSME subscribers across 19 State Chapters, the forum plays a pivotal role in strengthening the MSME ecosystem.
As a member of the Advisory Committee of Ministry of MSME, GoI, under the MSMED Act, 2006, the forum collaborates with key government bodies, including the Ministries of MSME, Finance, Corporate Affairs, and Commerce & Industry. It also partners with international organizations such as UNIDO, ITC Geneva, and WTO’s SME group.
India SME Forum fosters enterprise growth through knowledge sharing, policy advocacy, and ecosystem development. It has organized 900+ seminars, workshops, and entrepreneur camps, benefiting over 18,000 SMEs in scaling their businesses. Additionally, it recognizes outstanding MSMEs for their role in employment generation, sustainability, and business expansion.
Become part of the network and get personalised guidance, resources, and end-to-end export support.
