Follow Us:

DGFT

DGFT Article, News  Analysis Notification, Circulars, Policy Circulars, Press Release and Instructions issued by Direct General of Foreign Trade on Trade

Latest Articles


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 28 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 102 Views 0 comment Print


Export of food commodities permitted through NCEL

November 30, 2023 1269 Views 0 comment Print

Read DGFT Notification No.46/2023 dated 30 November, 2023, permitting export of specific food commodities through National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL). Learn about affected trade notices and the directorate’s decision

Notification dated 29.01.2020 revoking MEIS benefit retrospectively is unsustainable

November 26, 2023 1884 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court held that the notification dated 29th January 2020, retrospectively revoking the benefit under the Merchandise Exports from India Scheme (MEIS) in respect of Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container bags, with effect from 7th March 2019, is unjustified and unsustainable in law.

Imposition of Minimum Export Price on export of Onions

November 23, 2023 1197 Views 0 comment Print

Stay informed with DGFT Notification 45/2023 on onions. Learn about the Minimum Export Price (MEP) of US $800 F.O.B per Metric Ton till 31st December 2023 and its impact on onion exports

Problems Faced by Industries Due to Self-Made law by DGFT in filing Annual Report

November 22, 2023 2199 Views 0 comment Print

Explore hurdles faced by industries in filing DGFT’s annual reports, impacting businesses. Recommendations for DGFT to streamline process and alleviate burdens on companies.

IEC Registration Made Easy: Your Gateway to International Trade

November 21, 2023 1581 Views 0 comment Print

In the realm of international trade, the Import Export Code (IEC) plays a pivotal role, serving as a fundamental requirement for businesses engaged in import and export activities.

Gold Import Policy: Changes to HS Code 71081200 under Chapter 71

November 20, 2023 3364 Views 0 comment Print

Latest amendment in India’s gold import policy. Explore revised conditions for HS Code 71081200 under Chapter 71, bringing key changes for importers

DGFT Announces Pilot Launch of Upgraded eBRC System for Exporters

November 16, 2023 2256 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT announces pilot launch of a self-certification eBRC system for Indian exporters, reducing times & costs. Enhance business transparency & efficiency with upgraded eBRC system!

Notice to CPC Manufacturers: Import of Raw Pet Coke Guidelines

November 16, 2023 1623 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest trade notice from the Ministry of Commerce, India, guiding Calcined Petroleum Coke (CPC) manufacturers on the import of Raw Petroleum Coke (RPC). Deadline, requirements, and key details included

Policy Condition Incorporation for Non-Basmati Rice Export (HS Code: 10063090)

November 11, 2023 672 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the impact of DGFT Notification 43/2023, granting a one-time exemption for Patanjali Ayurved’s export of Non-basmati white rice under HS Code 1006 30 90 to Nepal for earthquake victims

Pilot Launch: Upgraded eBRC System for Exporters

November 10, 2023 3156 Views 0 comment Print

Government of India’s Directorate General of Foreign Trade announces the pilot launch of the enhanced eBRC system for self-certification by exporters. Key guidelines and dates.

Search Post by Date
July 2026
M T W T F S S
 12345
6789101112
13141516171819
20212223242526
2728293031