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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 838 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 144 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 49 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 300 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 215 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 Notice: Import Procedure for Watermelon Seeds until 31.08.2024

February 14, 2024 2625 Views 0 comment Print

Explore DGFT Public Notice No. 41/2023 on Watermelon Seeds import. Learn procedures, limits, and application details. Apply by 22.02.2024. Updates on trade policy.

DGFT notifies ITC (HS) based Export Policy for Chapter 01-39 of Schedule 2  

February 13, 2024 3242 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the impact of Notification No. 60/2023-DGFT, where the Indian Trade Classification (Harmonised System) of Export Items is notified under Chapter 01-39 of Schedule 2

DGFT Trade Notice: Human Hair Export Policy Amendments 2024-25

February 13, 2024 2340 Views 0 comment Print

Stay updated on DGFTs Trade Notice No. 37/2023-24, implementing export policy changes for human hair. Learn about application procedures and guidelines.

DGFT Simplifies Clubbing Provisions for Advance Authorization Scheme

February 12, 2024 2277 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the latest amendments to Para 4.36 of the Handbook of Procedures, 2023, enhancing ease of business under the Advance Authorization Scheme.

Mundra Port & ICD Garhi Harsaru Join List of 18 Ports/ICDs for New Vehicle Imports

February 12, 2024 2211 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the expansion of India’s import network with Mundra Port and ICD Garhi Harsaru now authorized for new vehicle imports as per DGFT Notification No. 59/2023.

Corrigendum to Public Notice no. 28/2023 dated 18.08.2023-reg

February 9, 2024 1671 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the latest update on the headings of Table A and B for authorized banks to import gold and silver in FY 2023-24 as revised by DGFT in the corrigendum to Public Notice No. 28/2023.

DGFT Extends Track and Trace System Deadline for Drug Exports

February 2, 2024 1221 Views 0 comment Print

Stay informed on DGFT’s latest update – Public Notice No.39/2023 extends the deadline for Track and Trace system implementation in drug exports until 01.02.2025.

Impact of Non-Tariff Barriers on Utilisation of Foreign Trade Agreements

January 31, 2024 840 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the challenges posed by non-tariff barriers on Indian exporters, including compliance costs, administrative burdens, and complex customs procedures. Learn about Foreign Trade Agreements (FTAs) and the government’s Trade Connect e-platform as a solution.

Enlistment of chambers /agencies under Appendix 2E of FTP, 2023

January 31, 2024 849 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest DGFT public notice reinstating 04 chambers/agencies under Appendix 2E of FTP 2023 for Certificate of Origin (Non Preferential) issuance.

DGFT: Why corruption rules the roost

January 28, 2024 1671 Views 1 comment Print

Uncover why corruption prevails & how DGFT isn’t doing enough to combat it. Learn how bribe money is making things easier & how systemic corruption is hindering exports. Find out more with DGFT – why corruption rules the roost.

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