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ICEGATE Bill of Entry: Filing Process, Required Documents & Online Status Check

DGFT : Learn what an ICEGATE Bill of Entry is, how to file it, required documents, status tracking, customs clearance process and common ...

July 16, 2026 835 Views 0 comment Print

Great IEC Updation Charade: Burdening Exporters Without Accountability

DGFT : Policy article questions DGFT’s annual IEC updation process, legal basis, data handling, compliance burden and portal practices ...

July 16, 2026 181 Views 0 comment Print

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 900 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 3420 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 897 Views 0 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 1283 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 450 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 895 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 511 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 6082 Views 1 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Allahabad HC Dismisses PIL Challenging DFIA Scheme as Existing HC Precedents Govern Duty-Free Imports

DGFT : Allahabad High Court held that additional conditions for DFIA imports were contrary to binding judgments and dismissed the PIL....

June 29, 2026 129 Views 0 comment Print

Popcorn Maize Import Allowed as SION Entry E75 Imposes No Variety Restriction

DGFT : Bombay High Court held that SION Entry E75 permits import of maize without restricting its variety, allowing popcorn maize under t...

June 29, 2026 138 Views 0 comment Print

Rajasthan HC Dismisses PIL as it Cannot Direct Changes in Foreign Trade Policy

DGFT : The Rajasthan High Court held that policy decisions relating to the Foreign Trade Policy and the Hand Book of Procedure cannot be ...

June 27, 2026 246 Views 0 comment Print

RoDTEP Claims Allowed Despite Omission in Shipping Bills as Waiver Cannot Be Presumed

DGFT : The Gujarat High Court held that exporters may apply for RoDTEP benefits even if the claim was not mentioned in the shipping bills...

June 27, 2026 234 Views 0 comment Print

RoDTEP Rebate Allowed as Sugar Exports Were Made with Directorate of Sugar Permission

DGFT : The Gujarat High Court held that exporters who exported sugar with the prescribed permission of the Directorate of Sugar were enti...

June 27, 2026 138 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


DGFT Restricts S-PVC Imports Below USD 0.766 Per Kg for Six Months

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...

July 25, 2026 43 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Notifies India-UK CETA Tariff Rate Quota Procedure

DGFT : DGFT amends HBP 2023 to notify India-UK CETA TRQ procedures, quotas, eligibility, allocation process and import conditions under P...

July 24, 2026 68 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Syncs ITC (HS) Import Policy with Finance Act, 2026

DGFT : DGFT Notification No. 24/2026-27 amends ITC (HS) 2022 Schedule-I to align with the Finance Act, 2026, with immediate effect....

July 22, 2026 297 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Proposes ₹10,000 RCMC Exemption for Low-Value Exports Under FTP 2023

DGFT : DGFT has invited comments on a proposal to exempt export consignments up to ₹10,000 FOB value from RCMC requirements under FTP 2...

July 21, 2026 209 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Invites India-UK CETA TRQ Applications for CBU Vehicle Imports for CY 2026

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...

July 21, 2026 105 Views 0 comment Print


DGFT Tightens Silver Imports as Valid Import Authorisation Is Now Mandatory

June 2, 2026 985 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT has amended import conditions for specified silver products by requiring a valid Import Authorisation for eligible imports. The change applies to nominated agencies, banks, and qualified jewellers importing through IIBX.

DGFT Reconstitutes Board of Trade by Nominating 40 Non-Official Members

June 2, 2026 547 Views 0 comment Print

The DGFT has nominated 40 non-official members from diverse sectors to the Board of Trade. The move aims to strengthen trade policy discussions and export promotion efforts.

DGFT Notifies Authorised Agencies for Issuance of Preferential CoO Under India-Oman CEPA

June 2, 2026 366 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT has amended Appendix 2B of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023 to include authorized agencies for issuing Preferential Certificates of Origin under the India-Oman CEPA. The notification formally identifies the entities empowered to certify eligible exports.

DGFT Notifies Six New SIONs to Enable Faster Advance Authorisation Approvals

June 1, 2026 1032 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT has introduced six new Standard Input Output Norms under the Chemical and Allied Product Group. The notification allows Regional Authorities to grant Advance Authorisations directly, reducing delays and eliminating case-by-case referrals.

DGFT Revises SIONs for Chemical & Allied Products

May 29, 2026 519 Views 0 comment Print

Public Notice No. 13/2026-27 revises the standard input-output requirements for several chemical products. Exporters must now follow the updated raw material consumption norms with immediate effect.

DGFT Launches Electronic Certificate of Origin for India-Oman CEPA from June 1, 2026

May 29, 2026 555 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT has introduced electronic Preferential Certificates of Origin through the Trade Connect platform for exports to Oman under the India-Oman CEPA. The move digitizes issuance, verification, and authentication of origin certificates.

DGFT cannot Blacklist Importer Without Notice: Delhi HC

May 28, 2026 644 Views 0 comment Print

The Delhi High Court set aside DGFT’s communication placing an importer in the “Denied Entity List” after finding violation of natural justice and Section 8 of the FTDR Act. The Court held that such action cannot be taken without proper notice and opportunity of hearing.

DGFT Begins Review & Reallocation of Pharma Grade Sugar Export Quota for 2026-27

May 22, 2026 444 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT announced that unutilized Pharma Grade Sugar export quota may be transferred to a common pool if exporters have utilized less than 50% of allocated quantities. Exporters must submit utilization certificates and valid export contracts to retain allocations.

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

May 22, 2026 900 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT has automatically extended the Export Obligation period up to 31 August 2026 for eligible EPCG and Advance Authorisation holders. The relaxation eliminates the need for separate applications, amendments, or composition fees amid geopolitical and logistics disruptions.

DGFT Launches online Certificate issuance module for Agarwood

May 22, 2026 528 Views 0 comment Print

The DGFT introduced a digital system for issuance of Certificates of Origin for Agarwood exports through the Trade Connect ePlatform. The module aims to ensure transparency, paperless processing, and compliance with international trade requirements including CITES norms.

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