How to Obtain Phytosanitary Certificate (PSC) for Agro Exports in Pune: Plant Quarantine Inspection

Securing Phytosanitary Certificates (PSC) for Agricultural Shipments in Pune

Every commercial consignment of plants, fresh fruits, vegetables, seeds, or unprocessed grains exported from India must be accompanied by an official Phytosanitary Certificate (PSC). The PSC is an internationally mandated biological document issued by the Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine & Storage (DPPQS) confirming that the shipment has been officially inspected and is free from quarantine pests and plant diseases.

Without an authentic PSC issued prior to shipment departure, destination customs authorities in importing nations will instantly reject, fumigate at astronomical cost, or incinerate the cargo. Applications are processed through the central Plant Quarantine Information System (PQIS) portal (pqms.cdaq.gov.in). KOKJAGUAR Consultancy coordinates with the Regional Plant Quarantine Station to arrange timely sampling and certificate issuance. Explore our quarantine certification services.

Phytosanitary Inspection & Issuance Stages

1. Submit an electronic application on the PQIS portal accompanied by Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and IEC.
2. Present the cargo at the approved packhouse, cold storage, or customs container freight station (CFS).
3. Plant Quarantine Officer draws representative physical samples and conducts microscopic pest analysis.
4. Perform methyl bromide or phosphine fumigation by an accredited pest treatment provider if required by destination country.
5. Officer issues the official, tamper-proof Phytosanitary Certificate (PSC).