DGFT Article, News Analysis Notification, Circulars, Policy Circulars, Press Release and Instructions issued by Direct General of Foreign Trade on Trade
DGFT : DGFT has automatically extended the Export Obligation period up to 31 August 2026 for eligible EPCG and Advance Authorisation hold...
DGFT : The article argues that DGFT’s annual IEC updation forces exporters to repeatedly submit data already available with government ...
DGFT : A new mandate requires scroll generation within 72 hours for key export schemes. This ensures faster benefit realization and impro...
DGFT : ICEGATE is the official CBIC portal that allows importers and exporters to manage customs processes online. Registration enables b...
DGFT : The sharp reduction in RoDTEP rates under Notification No. 60/2025-26 directly impacts exporter margins and ERP accruals. Finance ...
DGFT : Commerce Ministry reforms DGFT Norms Committees to improve disposal of Advance Authorisation applications and strengthen export fa...
DGFT : The issue addressed was fragmented access to trade information. The initiative introduces a unified platform and mobile app to enh...
DGFT : The government extended the RoSCTL scheme without changes to maintain stability for exporters. The decision ensures continued tax ...
DGFT : The DGFT launched a focused campaign to expedite EODC issuance and clear pending export obligations. The initiative resulted in a ...
DGFT : Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has launched a guidebook mapping 12,167 HSN Codes to 31 ministries, aiming to improve policy,...
DGFT : The Delhi High Court set aside DGFT’s communication placing an importer in the “Denied Entity List” after finding violation ...
DGFT : The Court set aside the DGFT order imposing penalty and customs duty demand for alleged EPCG export obligation default. The matter...
DGFT : The court held that when an importer claims that a licence is not required under a notification, authorities must first consider t...
DGFT : The Supreme Court held that a trade restriction cannot bind importers unless published in the Official Gazette. Website uploads or...
DGFT : The Court upheld exemption from customs duty and AIDC for consignments landing by 30 June 2023 with qualifying Bills of Lading. Re...
DGFT : DGFT has authorized the Porbandar District Chamber of Commerce & Industries to issue Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin. The ...
DGFT : DGFT has included the India-Oman CEPA in Para 2.88(a) of the Handbook of Procedures. The amendment enables exporters to obtain Cer...
DGFT : DGFT has invited comments on proposed amendments to Schedule-II of ITC (HS) 2022 to align export policy provisions with changes in...
DGFT : DGFT has widened QCO/BIS exemptions for SEZ Units and Developers by allowing imports of all permissible goods required for authori...
DGFT : DGFT has amended import conditions for specified silver products by requiring a valid Import Authorisation for eligible imports. T...
Exporters with RoDTEP claims over Rs. 1 crore must file an Annual RoDTEP Return (ARR). This guide explains why it’s mandatory, the deadline, and the consequences of not filing.
DGFT has issued a notification restricting imports of certain jute goods from Bangladesh to India, allowing entry only through Nhava Sheva Seaport.
A summary of the Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) Scheme. Learn about its features, export obligations, and requirements for duty-free imports of capital goods.
DGFT allocated 5,841 MT of sugar for export to the EU under a Tariff Rate Quota for 2025-2026 period, with APEDA as implementing agency.
DGFT clarifies that organic textiles do not require a Transaction Certificate at export, aligning with global certification practices for post-shipment issuance.
DGFT has amended its HBP 2023 to expand the scope of the General Authorisation for Export of Chemicals & Related Equipment (GAEC) to additional countries.
DGFT Public Notice 16/2025-26 introduces three new Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs A-3690, A-3691, A-3692) for chemical and allied export products.
Madras High Court held that the Merchandise Exports Incentive Scheme (MEIS) scrip can be cancelled even if the scrips are availed off and the validity period of 24 months has expired. Accordingly, matter is remanded back to enable authority to apply its mind.
In the case on hand, the petitioners claim that MFDs are freely importable items, whereas the Customs Department claims that they are restricted items which require certification from Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and prior authorisation from DGFT, before importing them.
DGFT issues corrigendum to Notification No. 40/2024-25, correcting export order reference from S.O. 7624(E) to S.O. 5068(E) under FTP 2023.
