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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 897 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 894 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 444 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 34 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 288 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 206 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


Implementation of Melon Seeds Import Monitoring System (MS-IMS)

April 9, 2024 1116 Views 0 comment Print

Stay compliant with Melon Seeds Import Monitoring System (MS-IMS) procedures. Learn how to register online and ensure smooth import clearance. Read now.

Modification of SION E-124 for export of refined Sunflower Oil (Edible Grade)

April 9, 2024 1161 Views 0 comment Print

Stay updated on the amendment of SION E-124 by the DGFT for refined sunflower oil exports. Learn about the revised import entitlements and its implications.

DGFT: Abject Failure to comply with Parliament mandate is killing the nation

April 8, 2024 843 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the dire consequences of DGFTs inefficiency in issuing SCOMET licenses. Learn how delays are harming exporters and undermining national interests.

Amendment in Import Policy Condition for Melon Seeds

April 5, 2024 1290 Views 0 comment Print

Check the latest amendment by Ministry of Commerce & Industry, allowing free import of Melon Seeds from May 1, 2024, with specific conditions.

Extension in import period for Yellow Peas under ITC (HS) Code 07131010

April 5, 2024 906 Views 0 comment Print

Read about the amendment in import policy conditions for Yellow Peas under ITC(HS) Code 07131010 by the Government of India’s Ministry of Commerce & Industry

Supply of essential commodities allowed to Maldives during 2024-25

April 5, 2024 933 Views 0 comment Print

Notification No. 03/2023 by DGFT permits export of essential commodities like eggs, rice, and sand to Maldives for 2024-25, exempting from restrictions.

Export of Onions (under HS code 0703 10 19) to UAE

April 3, 2024 1041 Views 0 comment Print

Stay updated with DGFT Notification No. 02/2023 allowing an additional 10,000 MT of onions for export to UAE. Read the detailed analysis here.

DGFT Directives regarding submission of digitized ANFs, Appendices etc

April 2, 2024 1365 Views 0 comment Print

Get insights on Trade Notice 01/2024-25 from DGFT regarding digitized ANFs and Appendices. Learn about online submission requirements for exporters and importers.

Export of 1,000 MT of Kala Namak rice under HS Code 1006 30 90

April 2, 2024 1134 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the latest DGFT notification allowing export of 1,000 MT of Kala Namak rice under HS Code 1006 30 90. Find out the policy conditions and authorized customs stations.

DGFT Promotion 2023: New Senior Private Secretaries Appointed

April 2, 2024 804 Views 0 comment Print

Ministry of Commerce announces promotions against vacancy year 2023. Learn about the new Senior Private Secretaries appointed in DGFT.

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