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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 reduces compliance burden for applying EODC

June 7, 2022 2388 Views 0 comment Print

Government of India Ministry of Commerce & Industry Department of Commerce Directorate General of Foreign Trade Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi Public Notice No. 11/2015-2020-DGFT | Dated the 07-June, 2022 Subject: Amendments in Para 2 (b)(i) of the ‘Guidelines For Applicants’ under ANF-4F of Handbook of Procedures 2015-2020. F. No. 01/94/180/234/AM-20/PC-4.—In exercise of powers conferred under Paragraph 1.03 […]

DGFT relaxes provision of submission of ‘Bill of Export’ for Advance Authorisation

June 7, 2022 2790 Views 2 comments Print

Relaxation in provision of submission of ‘Bill of Export’ as an evidence of export obligation discharge for supplies made to SEZ units in case of Advance Authorisation.

How To Register RCMC In DGFT Online

June 7, 2022 9480 Views 2 comments Print

Unlock the potential of international trade by mastering the process of RCMC registration with our comprehensive guide. As of April 1, 2022, exporters must utilize the Common Online Platform for Registration cum Membership Certificate (RCMC). Learn the significance of RCMC, its benefits, and why it’s essential for claiming incentives, obtaining GST benefits, and more. Follow our step-by-step instructions on how to register for RCMC on the DGFT website and gain insights into the Directorate General of Foreign Trade’s role in shaping India’s import-export policies.

Top 05 Shipping Companies in India (2022)

June 4, 2022 6027 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the top 5 shipping companies in India for 2022. Learn about the Shipping Corporation of India, Essar Shipping, Great Eastern Shipping Company, Bharati Shipyard, and ABG Shipyard. Discover their revenues, operations, employees, and headquarters. Stay updated on the vital players contributing to India’s import-export industry and economic growth.

India’s Pinnacle 10 Exports and Who Buys

June 3, 2022 2577 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Indias top 10 exports and the countries that buy them. Discover how India is achieving its goal of $400 billion in product exports.

High Demanding Product Export From India to USA

June 3, 2022 15249 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the high-demanding product export from India to the USA. Learn about the growing trade and investment between the two nations.

DGFT notifies new RoDTEP schedule (Appendix 4R) wef 01.05.2022

June 1, 2022 5697 Views 0 comment Print

Consequent to Finance Act, 2022, certain changes in the Customs Tariff Schedule shall take effect from 01.05.2022. Accordingly, after alignment, a new RoDTEP schedule (Appendix 4R) is being notified for implementation with effect from 01.05.2022. Government of India Ministry of Commerce & Industry Department of Commerce Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi Notification No. 12/2015-2020-DGFT | Dated: 01st June […]

Upload e-BRC by 15.07.2022 for shipping bills on which RoSCTL scrip been availed

May 30, 2022 2304 Views 0 comment Print

As per RBI guidelines, it is expected that all shipping bills upto 31.12.2020 would have their export proceeds realized by now. Accordingly, all exporting firms, who have been issued scrips under RoSCTL for exports / shipping bills upto 31.12.2020, are requested to get the relevant e-BRCs uploaded in the DGFT server by their AD banks latest by 15.07.2022 failing which action as per para 4.96 of HBP, as notified vide PN 58 dated 29.01.2020 would be initiated by the jurisdictional RAs.

Export of Wheat- RAs will do physical verification of all LCs

May 30, 2022 714 Views 0 comment Print

Henceforth all RC applications found eligible for approval after physical verification of the LCs by the RAs, would be sent to a 2 member committee of Addl DGFTs constituted in DGFT (Hqrs) for further checking and approval.

Import Export Code Online

May 27, 2022 12513 Views 1 comment Print

Obtain your Import Export Code online with ease. Learn how to apply for IEC certificate and the process involved in getting your IEC number.

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