DGFT Article, News Analysis Notification, Circulars, Policy Circulars, Press Release and Instructions issued by Direct General of Foreign Trade on Trade
DGFT : Learn what an ICEGATE Bill of Entry is, how to file it, required documents, status tracking, customs clearance process and common ...
DGFT : Policy article questions DGFT’s annual IEC updation process, legal basis, data handling, compliance burden and portal practices ...
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 : 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 : Allahabad High Court held that additional conditions for DFIA imports were contrary to binding judgments and dismissed the PIL....
DGFT : Bombay High Court held that SION Entry E75 permits import of maize without restricting its variety, allowing popcorn maize under t...
DGFT : The Rajasthan High Court held that policy decisions relating to the Foreign Trade Policy and the Hand Book of Procedure cannot be ...
DGFT : The Gujarat High Court held that exporters may apply for RoDTEP benefits even if the claim was not mentioned in the shipping bills...
DGFT : The Gujarat High Court held that exporters who exported sugar with the prescribed permission of the Directorate of Sugar were enti...
DGFT : DGFT Notification No. 25/2026-27 restricts S-PVC imports at or below USD 0.766/kg for six months, with exemptions for EOUs, SEZs a...
DGFT : DGFT amends HBP 2023 to notify India-UK CETA TRQ procedures, quotas, eligibility, allocation process and import conditions under P...
DGFT : DGFT Notification No. 24/2026-27 amends ITC (HS) 2022 Schedule-I to align with the Finance Act, 2026, with immediate effect....
DGFT : DGFT has invited comments on a proposal to exempt export consignments up to ₹10,000 FOB value from RCMC requirements under FTP 2...
DGFT : DGFT Public Notice 22/2026-27 invites India-UK CETA TRQ applications for specified CBU vehicle imports from 21 July to 04 August 2...
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has launched a guidebook mapping 12,167 HSN Codes to 31 ministries, aiming to improve policy, trade, and business.
DGFT Public Notice amends the Handbook of Procedures, removing the gold replenishment clause under Advance Authorisation and confirming the 120/180-day Export Obligation period.
DGFT reinstated and amended SION C676 for Hot Dipped Galvanised Tension Bar/Rods export, specifying input-output norms for steel and zinc.
DGFT revised the MIP on Synthetic Knitted Fabrics (HS 60053600): The condition remains but is now exempt for fabrics in the range.
The DGFT has mandated that meat exporters must contribute to the Meat Export Development Fund (MEDF) for all shipments starting Oct 29, 2025. Compliance is required to avoid penalties.
DGFT Public Notice renumbers procedures for Diamond Imprest Authorisation (DIA) scheme, mandating 10% value addition, specific diamond export size, and 18-month obligation.
DGFT Notification 44/2025-26, dated Oct 15, 2025, amends the ITC (HS) 2022, Schedule-I (Import Policy) to align it with the Finance Act 2025. This involves updates to ITC (HS) Codes, policy conditions, and related notes, effective immediately.
DGFT prohibits the import of raw and roasted Areca Nuts with a CIF value below Rs. 351/- per kg, except for imports by EOUs, SEZs, and under the Advance Authorization Scheme.
DGFT revises import conditions for pesticides and chemicals under Chapters 29 and 38 of ITC (HS), 2022, requiring CIB&RC permits and registration.
From Oct 29, 2025, exports of chilled and frozen meat allowed only after proof of remittance to Meat Export Development Fund (MEDF), operated by APEDA.
