DGFT

DGFT Extends RoDTEP Benefits to AA, EOU & SEZ Units

Foreign Trade Policy update: DGFT extends RoDTEP benefits to AA, EOU, and SEZ units vide Notification No. 70/2023, dated March 8, 2024...

Advance Authorization for import without BIS ISI certificate

Explore how manufacturers can import goods for export production without a BIS certificate through Advance Authorization, ensuring compliance with QCO....

Standard Input Output Norms (SION) for Customs under DGFT

Explore Standard Input Output Norms (SION) by DGFT for customs, their purpose, components, and how to access them. Learn about Norms Committee roles and the norms fixation process....

Impact of Non-Tariff Barriers on Utilisation of Foreign Trade Agreements

Explore the challenges posed by non-tariff barriers on Indian exporters, including compliance costs, administrative burdens, and complex customs procedures. Learn about Foreign Trade Agreements (FTAs) and the government's Trade Connect e-platform as a solution....

DGFT: Why corruption rules the roost

Uncover why corruption prevails & how DGFT isn't doing enough to combat it. Learn how bribe money is making things easier & how systemic corruption is hindering exports. Find out more with DGFT - why corruption rules the roost....

DGFT Partners with DHL to enable MSMEs to explore international markets

Read about the collaboration between DGFT and DHL to boost Indian e-commerce exports. Learn how this MoU signing aims to empower MSMEs and enhance global trade....

Revamped eBRC System of DGFT

Explore the enhanced eBRC system by DGFT, revolutionizing export processes. Self-certification, paperless generation, and benefits for exporters and banks...

Handbook on India’s Strategic Trade Control System January 2024

Explore India strategic trade controls, SCOMET list, and international commitments. Learn how the nation balances security and innovation while preventing WMD proliferation...

E-Commerce Exports Handbook for MSMEs

Explore the E-Commerce Exports Handbook for MSMEs leveraging DGFT Initiatives. Learn about strategies, regulations and opportunities for global trade success...

Year End Review 2023: Ministry of Commerce & Industry’s Foreign Trade Policy 2023

Explore the highlights of Ministry of Commerce & Industry's Year End Review 2023, including the launch of Foreign Trade Policy 2023, G20 consensus, India-USA collaborations, and key trade agreements. Stay informed with the latest updates in commerce and industry....

SC allows 15% Interest on Delayed Refund of Deemed-Export Duty Drawback

Union Of India And Ors. Vs B. T. Patil And Sons Belgaum (Construction) Pvt. Ltd. (Supreme Court of India) - Explore the Supreme Court ruling in Union of India vs. B.T. Patil & Sons Belgaum, awarding 15% interest on delayed deemed-export duty-drawback refund. Details and implications here....

Delhi HC Orders DGFT to Issue Export Obligation Certificate

Gold Plus Glass Industry Ltd Vs Union of India & Ors (Delhi High Court) - Read the full text of Delhi High Court's judgment directing DGFT to issue Export Obligation Discharge Certificate in Gold Plus Glass Industry Ltd vs Union of India case. Analysis and implications discussed....

Delhi HC Sets Aside Norms Committee’s Decision on EOU Wastage Norms

Marble Art & Anr. Vs Union of India & Ors. (Delhi High Court) - Delhi High Court overturns Norms Committee's decision on fixing wastage norms for downstream products of Export Oriented Units (EOUs)....

No Open Market Raw Material Purchases Permitted with Duty-Free Import Authorization for Exports: Delhi HC

Rajesh Gupta & Ors. Vs DGFT (Delhi High Court) - Read the Delhi High Court judgment on Rajesh Gupta & Ors. vs DGFT. No permission for open market raw material purchase when Advance Authorization allows duty-free imports....

DGFT Trade Notice no. 08/2023 dated 20.06.2023 relating to export of broken rice set aside

Asfive Agro Private Limited & Ors Vs Union of India And Ors. (Delhi High Court) - Delhi High Court held that the Trade Notice no. 08/2023 dated 20.06.2023 issued by DGFT setting out the conditions of eligibility and procedure for allocation of quota for export of broken rice set aside. Further, respondent are directed to re-evaluate the criteria for allocation of quota for export...

DGFT Automates Norms Fixation & SION Notification for Advance Authorisation

Public Notice No. 51/2023-DGFT - (14/03/2024) - Stay updated with the latest amendments by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) regarding Para 4.14 and 4.06 of the Handbook of Procedures 2023....

Amendment to QCO Exemption List for Import Inputs

Public Notice No. 50/2023-DGFT [F. No.01/89/180/13/AM-15/PC-2[A]/E-5910.] - (11/03/2024) - Discover the updated list of Ministries/Departments exempted from mandatory Quality Control Orders (QCOs) for inputs imported by Advance Authorisation holders, EOU, and SEZ....

Import Allocation Procedure for Calcined Petroleum Coke for FY 2024-25

Public Notice No. 49/2023-DGFT - (11/03/2024) - Learn about import allocation procedure for Calcined Petroleum Coke (CPC) for Aluminium Industry and Raw Petroleum Coke (RPC) for CPC manufacturing industry for financial year 2024-25....

RODTEP implementation for exports of products manufactured by AA holders

Notification No: 74/2023-DGFT - (11/03/2024) - Stay informed on DGFT Notification 74/2023 regarding RODTEP implementation for 166 Tariff lines from 01.04.2024....

Incorporation of Export Policy for Chitin & Chitosan Derivatives

Notification No. 73/2023-DGFT [S.O 1250(E).] - (11/03/2024) - Explore the latest DGFT Notification 73/2023 from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, detailing the policy conditions for exporting Chitin, Chitosan, and their derivatives to the European Union....

Browse All Categories

CA, CS, CMA (6,904)
Company Law (10,143)
Corporate Law (13,665)
Custom Duty (10,869)
DGFT (5,182)
Excise Duty (5,627)
Fema / RBI (5,794)
Finance (6,524)
Income Tax (49,956)
SEBI (5,361)
Service Tax (4,903)

Recent Posts in "DGFT"

DGFT Automates Norms Fixation & SION Notification for Advance Authorisation

Public Notice No. 51/2023-DGFT 14/03/2024

Stay updated with the latest amendments by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) regarding Para 4.14 and 4.06 of the Handbook of Procedures 2023....

DGFT Partners with DHL to enable MSMEs to explore international markets

Read about the collaboration between DGFT and DHL to boost Indian e-commerce exports. Learn how this MoU signing aims to empower MSMEs and enhance global trade....

Posted Under: DGFT |

Amendment to QCO Exemption List for Import Inputs

Public Notice No. 50/2023-DGFT [F. No.01/89/180/13/AM-15/PC-2[A]/E-5910.] 11/03/2024

Discover the updated list of Ministries/Departments exempted from mandatory Quality Control Orders (QCOs) for inputs imported by Advance Authorisation holders, EOU, and SEZ....

Import Allocation Procedure for Calcined Petroleum Coke for FY 2024-25

Public Notice No. 49/2023-DGFT 11/03/2024

Learn about import allocation procedure for Calcined Petroleum Coke (CPC) for Aluminium Industry and Raw Petroleum Coke (RPC) for CPC manufacturing industry for financial year 2024-25....

RODTEP implementation for exports of products manufactured by AA holders

Notification No: 74/2023-DGFT 11/03/2024

Stay informed on DGFT Notification 74/2023 regarding RODTEP implementation for 166 Tariff lines from 01.04.2024....

Incorporation of Export Policy for Chitin & Chitosan Derivatives

Notification No. 73/2023-DGFT [S.O 1250(E).] 11/03/2024

Explore the latest DGFT Notification 73/2023 from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, detailing the policy conditions for exporting Chitin, Chitosan, and their derivatives to the European Union....

Amendment in Human Biological Samples Export Policy

Notification No. 72/2023-DGFT 11/03/2024

Explore the latest amendment (Notification 72/2023) by the Ministry of Commerce, changing export policies for Human Biological Samples under Chapter 30. Stay informed on new regulations....

Provisions for Importing Inputs under Quality Control Orders by Advance Authorisation Holders, EOU & SEZ

Notification No. 71/2023 - DGFT [S.O.1251(E).] 11/03/2024

Explore DGFT Notification No. 71/2023, enabling import provisions for Advance Authorisation, EOU, and SEZ without Quality Control Orders (QCOs) compliance under FTP 2023....

DGFT Extends RoDTEP Benefits to AA, EOU & SEZ Units

Foreign Trade Policy update: DGFT extends RoDTEP benefits to AA, EOU, and SEZ units vide Notification No. 70/2023, dated March 8, 2024...

Posted Under: DGFT |

Advance Authorization for import without BIS ISI certificate

Explore how manufacturers can import goods for export production without a BIS certificate through Advance Authorization, ensuring compliance with QCO....

Posted Under: DGFT |

Latest DGFT / FTP News

Checkout all the latest news on DGFT and DGFT notifications at Taxguru.in. Read DGFT articles and DGFT news on our website which is updated regularly. The DGFT (Directorate General of foreign Trade) is the agency under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of the Government of India which governs the execution of policies related to import and export in the country. Till 1991 it was known as CCI&E (Chief Controller of Imports & Exports). It plays a very significant role in developing trading relations with several other nations and therefore assists in enhancing not just economic growth but also offers impetus required by the trade industry. To promote exports and imports, DGFT has established several of its regional offices throughout the country. Some of the important functions of DGFT can be summed up as below:
  • DGFT is entrusted with the responsibility to implement several policies on trade, for instance, the Foreign Trade Policy.
  • Directorate General of Foreign Trade is the licensing authority for licensing the importers, exporters, and import and export business.
  • DGFT could restrict, prohibit and regulate imports and exports.
  • DGFT has a significant role in issuing Public Notices, Notifications, Circulars, etc.
  • DGFT grants ten digit Importer Exporter Code (IEC) that are the primary requirement for Importing and Exporting activities
  • DGFT launches several schemes time to time about trade benefits across the country.
  • DGFT has launched the ITC (HS CODE) Schedule-1 for import goods and Schedule-2 for Export goods.
At Taxguru, we bring you all the latest news on DGFT and DGFT notifications. Find out all the recent DGFT news here. We publish regular DGFT articles for our viewers at regular intervals. We keep updating our site regularly with all the latest and relevant DGFT news so that our viewers can stay informed with all the import-export related information at all times. Stay with us for more on latest DGFT news here at Taxguru.