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...
DGFT Notification 20/2025-26 amends Foreign Trade Policy 2023, revising the Export Obligation period for QCO-exempt imports. The 180-day restriction now applies solely to chemical products, while textiles revert to Handbook of Procedures guidelines.
India’s DGFT invites applications for Pharma Grade Sugar exports (25,000 MT quota) until July 20, 2025. Requirements include a drug manufacturing license and NABL reports.
DGFT revises import policy for compounds of gold, silver, and other precious metals under CTH 2843 from Free to Restricted, effective immediately.
India’s DGFT amends export policy, permitting 25,000 MT of pharma grade sugar export annually with specific authorization and compliance.
DGFT Notification 18/2025-26 restricts import of Palladium, Rhodium, and Iridium alloys with over 1% gold content under ITC (HS) 2022, Chapter 71.
India’s DGFT announces the ‘Source from India’ feature on Trade Connect ePlatform is now available to all Status Holder exporters, aiming to boost international sourcing.
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has officially changed ‘The Sports Goods Export Promotion Council’ to ‘Sports Goods & Toys Export Promotion Council’ with updated contact details in FTP 2023.
India’s DGFT announces the renaming of ‘The Sports Goods Export Promotion Council’ to ‘Sports Goods & Toys Export Promotion Council’ and updates its contact details in Public Notice No. 10.
DGFT sets SION A-3686 for Sodium Citrate export under FTP 2023, allowing import of 0.740 kg Citric Acid Monohydrate per 1 kg of exported product.
India extends Free import policy for yellow peas (ITC HS Code 07131010) until March 31, 2026, removing MIP and port restrictions. Online registration required.
