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DGFT Grants Automatic EPCG Export Obligation Extension up to 31st August 2026

DGFT : DGFT has automatically extended the Export Obligation period up to 31 August 2026 for eligible EPCG and Advance Authorisation hold...

May 22, 2026 552 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Annual IEC Update: Repeated Compliance Burden on One Million Exporters

DGFT : The article argues that DGFT’s annual IEC updation forces exporters to repeatedly submit data already available with government ...

May 11, 2026 3096 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC mandates 72-Hour Rule for RoDTEP & RoSCTL

DGFT : A new mandate requires scroll generation within 72 hours for key export schemes. This ensures faster benefit realization and impro...

April 27, 2026 663 Views 0 comment Print

ICEGATE Registration: Benefits, Process and Required Documents

DGFT : ICEGATE is the official CBIC portal that allows importers and exporters to manage customs processes online. Registration enables b...

March 16, 2026 1563 Views 0 comment Print

RoDTEP Rate Cut 2026: A 72-Hour ERP and Margin Stabilisation Plan for Exporters

DGFT : The sharp reduction in RoDTEP rates under Notification No. 60/2025-26 directly impacts exporter margins and ERP accruals. Finance ...

February 27, 2026 2574 Views 1 comment Print


Latest News


DGFT Reforms to Speed Up Advance Authorisation

DGFT : Commerce Ministry reforms DGFT Norms Committees to improve disposal of Advance Authorisation applications and strengthen export fa...

April 19, 2026 1071 Views 0 comment Print

Commerce Ministry Launches Integrated Website & Mobile App for Seamless Trade Access

DGFT : The issue addressed was fragmented access to trade information. The initiative introduces a unified platform and mobile app to enh...

April 17, 2026 285 Views 0 comment Print

Govt Notifies Extension of RoSCTL Scheme for Apparel and Made-ups Exports

DGFT : The government extended the RoSCTL scheme without changes to maintain stability for exporters. The decision ensures continued tax ...

April 6, 2026 714 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Conducts Special Drive for Expeditious Disposal of EODCs

DGFT : The DGFT launched a focused campaign to expedite EODC issuance and clear pending export obligations. The initiative resulted in a ...

April 6, 2026 336 Views 0 comment Print

Download Guidebook on Mapping of Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) Codes

DGFT : Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has launched a guidebook mapping 12,167 HSN Codes to 31 ministries, aiming to improve policy,...

October 25, 2025 5844 Views 1 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


DGFT cannot Blacklist Importer Without Notice: Delhi HC

DGFT : The Delhi High Court set aside DGFT’s communication placing an importer in the “Denied Entity List” after finding violation ...

May 28, 2026 471 Views 0 comment Print

Madras HC Quashes DGFT EPCG Penalty Order as Hearing Opportunity Was Denied

DGFT : The Court set aside the DGFT order imposing penalty and customs duty demand for alleged EPCG export obligation default. The matter...

March 12, 2026 369 Views 0 comment Print

Customs Must Consider Importer’s Request Before Insisting on Licence: Madras HC

DGFT : The court held that when an importer claims that a licence is not required under a notification, authorities must first consider t...

March 12, 2026 249 Views 0 comment Print

Unpublished Notification Invalid; MIP Applies Only from Gazette Publication Date: SC

DGFT : The Supreme Court held that a trade restriction cannot bind importers unless published in the Official Gazette. Website uploads or...

January 22, 2026 2931 Views 0 comment Print

TRQ Exemption for Crude Soyabean Oil Restored Due to Policy–Notification Mismatch: SC

DGFT : The Court upheld exemption from customs duty and AIDC for consignments landing by 30 June 2023 with qualifying Bills of Lading. Re...

January 15, 2026 414 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


DGFT Authorises PDCCI to Issue Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin

DGFT : DGFT has authorized the Porbandar District Chamber of Commerce & Industries to issue Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin. The ...

June 4, 2026 186 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT amends HBP as India-Oman CEPA added to Certificate of Origin Framework

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...

June 4, 2026 504 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Seeks Stakeholder Feedback on Export Policy Changes After Finance Act 2026 Amendments

DGFT : DGFT has invited comments on proposed amendments to Schedule-II of ITC (HS) 2022 to align export policy provisions with changes in...

June 4, 2026 120 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Expands QCO Exemption for SEZ Imports to All Authorized Operational Goods

DGFT : DGFT has widened QCO/BIS exemptions for SEZ Units and Developers by allowing imports of all permissible goods required for authori...

June 4, 2026 477 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Tightens Silver Imports as Valid Import Authorisation Is Now Mandatory

DGFT : DGFT has amended import conditions for specified silver products by requiring a valid Import Authorisation for eligible imports. T...

June 4, 2026 222 Views 0 comment Print


Export of Red Sanders wood by DRI – Extension of time upto 31.12.2021

May 31, 2021 693 Views 0 comment Print

Notification No. 06/2015-2020 Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has been allowed time upto 31.12.2021 to complete the process of export of allocated quantities of Red Sanders wood.

DGFT notifies Fees of Rs. 200 for CoO (Non Preferential) | Appendix–2 E

May 27, 2021 2808 Views 0 comment Print

Fees under Para 2.108 (c) (iv) of Handbook of Procedure, 2015-20 is revised from existing Fee not exceeding Rs.200/- per certificate as may be prescribed by concerned agency to Fee of Rs.200/-  per certificate.

DGFT IEC services not available from 01st June to 6th June 2021

May 26, 2021 1041 Views 0 comment Print

Following DGFT services will not be available from 1 st June 2021 to 6th June 2021: i. Application for a new IEC ii. Application for Amendments/Modification in an IEC iii. One-time linking of Aadhaar for e-sign purposes. In view of the above, all stakeholders may therefore plan their activities accordingly.

Mandatory recording of information about transfer of DFIA Scrips

May 25, 2021 2685 Views 0 comment Print

It is submitted that the recording of transferability of DFIA is being made online. In this regard, a facility has been created on DGFT website to record the information about transfer of DFIA scrips. The recording of given information would allow the transferee to apply for ARO/Invalidation against the said DFIA Scrip online.

Actual User condition under Form ANF2B for import authorization whether mandatory or not to be decided afresh

May 21, 2021 2505 Views 0 comment Print

Shah Nanji Nagsi Exports Pvt. Ltd. Vs Joint Directorate General of Foreign Trade (Bombay High Court) Conclusion: The order in respect of the core issue was the insertion of ‘actual user’ condition stipulated under Application Form ANF2B for import authorization in the two licences, whether such insertion was legally permissible or without entering into this […]

DGFT introducing online e- EPCG Committee module

May 19, 2021 2085 Views 0 comment Print

The members of trade are hereby informed that this Directorate is introducing an online e- EPCG Committee module on the DGFT website, a new module as a part of IT Revamp, for receiving applications for seeking relaxation in policy/procedure in terms of para 2.58 of FTP 2015-20.

Special Refund & Drawback Disposal Drive from 15.05.2021 to 31.05.2021

May 15, 2021 1377 Views 0 comment Print

Office of The Commissioner of Customs (NS-II) Nhava Sheva Customs, Raigad, Maharashtra- 400 707. No. S/12-Gen–Misc-131/20-21/DBK JNCH Date: 15. 05.2021 Public Notice No. 45/2021 DIN No. 20210578NT0000555B95 Subject: Special Refund and Drawback Disposal Drive from 15.05.2021 to 31.05.2021 – reg. Attention of all exporters, their authorised representatives, trade and Industry associations and other stakeholders is […]

Initiation of Anti-Dumping Investigation on Imports of Solar Cells

May 15, 2021 1341 Views 0 comment Print

Case No. AD (OI)-48/2020 Dated: 15th May, 2021 Initiation of Anti-Dumping Investigation concerning imports of ―SOLAR CELLS WHETHER OR NOT ASSEMBLED INTO MODULES OR PANELS originating in or exported from China PR, Thailand and Vietnam.

Import policy for Tur /Pigeon Peas, Moong & Urad revised to Free

May 15, 2021 2037 Views 0 comment Print

Import policy for Tur /Pigeon Peas (Cajanus Cajan); Moong [Beans of the SPP Vigna Radiata (L.) Wilczek] and Urad [Beans of the SPP Vigna Mungo (L.) Hepper] is revised from ‘Restricted’ to ‘Free’ with immediate effect and for the period up to 31st October 2021. Further, import consignments of these items with Bill of Lading […]

Export benefits in India

May 14, 2021 22635 Views 0 comment Print

Every country believes in keeping foreign reserves on a higher side to balance the economy. For that purpose, every economy tends to encourage the exports and motivate the indigenous production. To encourage the exporter every country provides a lot of benefits in terms of Duty Drawback etc. India is not behind compared to any other […]

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