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Certificate of Origin: Why Indian Exporters Need It

DGFT : This guide explains COO regulations under India’s Foreign Trade Policy and DGFT procedures. Proper compliance ensures duty benef...

February 24, 2026 822 Views 0 comment Print

Niryat Prothsahan Framework: Interest and Collateral Support Analysis

DGFT : The government introduces a 2.75% interest subvention on rupee export credit under a ₹25,060 crore mission. Benefits are capped ...

February 11, 2026 669 Views 0 comment Print

eBRC Generation on DGFT Portal: Complete Compliance Guide

DGFT : eBRC Generation on DGFT Portal – Detailed Process, Advisory References, Service Exports Clarification & Professional Guide R...

February 1, 2026 2712 Views 0 comment Print

Wheat Flour Export Authorisation: Eligibility & Application Process (HS 1101)

DGFT : The notification sets out eligibility, documentation, and quota procedures for wheat flour exports. The key takeaway is that expor...

January 20, 2026 1038 Views 0 comment Print

Analysis of Notifications and Circulars for Week ending 9th November 2025

CA, CS, CMA : Stay informed with this week’s crucial notifications and court rulings affecting Income Tax, GST, Customs, DGFT, SEBI, MCA, IBBI...

November 25, 2025 4053 Views 1 comment Print


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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 900 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 141 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 207 Views 0 comment Print

CAG Audit Uncovers Customs & DGFT Inefficiencies

CA, CS, CMA : A summary of the CAG's audit report on Customs and DGFT reveals deficiencies in infrastructure, manpower, and compliance, leading ...

August 15, 2025 1464 Views 0 comment Print

All about Retransmission of Shipping Bills to DGFT via ICEGATE

DGFT : Learn how to re-transmit Shipping Bills to DGFT using ICEGATE Portal, track status, and resolve common issues. Step-by-step guide ...

April 29, 2025 3567 Views 1 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Bombay HC Directs Joint Meeting between customs & DGFT authorities to Resolve Exporters’ Issues

DGFT : Bombay High Court resolves Tru-Sprag Freewheels Pvt Ltd vs. Union of India case, directing customs and DGFT to rectify exporters' ...

June 25, 2023 768 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT: Why idiocy remains the hallmark functionally

DGFT : Uncover the challenges exporters face with DGFT in the facilitation process. Explore a case study from Vadodara RA, shedding light...

January 26, 2023 4146 Views 7 comments Print

SC Sustains Imposition of Restrictions on Import of Peas & Pulses

DGFT : Union of India Vs Agricas LLP and Others etc. (Supreme Court) In the instant case, the Writ Petition is filed by challenging the i...

September 14, 2020 1398 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT cannot Restriction Advance Authorisation through Public Notice

DGFT : The issue under consideration is whether the Public notice issued by DGFT for restricting the issuance of Advance Authorisation is...

February 11, 2020 2919 Views 0 comment Print

Review Petition admitted as assessments u/s. 158BC & 158BD were completed by same officer

Income Tax : If the claim of the Revenue that both the assessments were completed by the same officer one under s. 158BC and the other under s....

April 13, 2013 796 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


DGFT Sets New Rules for Wheat Export Allocation and Application Process

DGFT : The government has introduced clear procedures for applying and allocating wheat export quotas. Strict eligibility, timelines, and...

May 1, 2026 111 Views 0 comment Print

RoDTEP Schedule Amended Due to Alignment with Customs Tariff Changes Under Finance Act 2026

DGFT : DGFT revised the RoDTEP schedule to reflect amendments in the Customs Tariff Act. The update ensures consistency between export in...

May 1, 2026 156 Views 0 comment Print

MIP Extension Notified Due to Continuation of Existing Import Policy Safeguards

DGFT : The government extended the Minimum Import Price on specified paper board imports to maintain existing policy conditions. The noti...

May 1, 2026 60 Views 0 comment Print

Wheat Export Still Prohibited But Allowed Due to 25 LMT Relaxation Quota: DGFT

DGFT : The notification retains the prohibition on wheat exports but allows a limited relaxation of 25 LMT. The ruling clarifies that exp...

April 29, 2026 117 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Launches Online Module Due to Issues in Manual EPCG Scrip Utilization

DGFT : The trade notice introduces an electronic system to resolve difficulties faced in using manually issued EPCG scrips. It enables se...

April 21, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print


Standard procedure for import of cosmetic product

July 11, 2017 1749 Views 0 comment Print

The cosmetic products packaged for retail sale are subjected to provisions contained in the Packaged Commodity Rules, 2011 as well as Drug and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and rules made thereunder.

Processing of BEs stuck in ICES during roll out of GST in Customs-reg

July 10, 2017 1005 Views 0 comment Print

Trade has reported that they are facing a number of issues in all such transitional cases as system is not processing & allowing the officers to further process such Bills of Entry to next stage.

Issues related to exports without payment of IGST

July 10, 2017 3336 Views 0 comment Print

Various communications were received from the field formations and exporters that difficulties were being faced in complying with the procedure prescribed for making exports of goods and services without payment of integrated tax with respect to furnishing of bonds/Letter of Undertaking.

Procedure to clear Imports Cargo in wake of roll out of GST

July 6, 2017 1158 Views 0 comment Print

Due to extensive changes in the systems during the roll out of GST, and ensuring that there is no delay in clearance of such goods due to system issues following decisions have been taken :

Procedure for drawing of samples and testing during Export – Reg.

July 5, 2017 18447 Views 0 comment Print

Attention of all officers posted in the CFSs for clearance of the export cargo is invited to the Board Circular Nos. 34/95, dated 06.04.1995; 1/2011-Customs, dated 04.01.2011; along with the S.O. No. 41/2007, dated 10.10.2007; 42 /2011, dated 13.05.2011; and Standing Order No.17/2009, dated 21.04.2009; as amended vide Standing Orders No. 10/2010, dated 11.02.2011; 06/2011, dated 19.01.2011; and 12/2014, dated 17.12.2014 in respect of procedure for drawing of samples and testing. Recently, many instances have been noticed, wherein above instructions were not followed.

Procedure for amendment/ conversion of free shipping bills to Export Promotion shipping bills

July 5, 2017 48234 Views 13 comments Print

Procedure for amendment/conversion of free shipping bills to Export Promotion shipping bills and amendment/conversion of shipping bills from one scheme to another scheme-

Export of Sandalwood oil moved from ‘Free’ to ‘Restricted’ category

July 5, 2017 2535 Views 0 comment Print

Central Government hereby makes the following amendments in Notification No. 37/2015-2020 dated 27.01.2017 on (Export policy of Sandalwood oil at Sr. No. 185, Chapter 44 of ITC(HS) Classification – Schdule 2 (Export Policy), with immediate effect:

Priority in ‘Assessment’ of Bill of Entry of DPD Status Holder in JNCH – reg.

June 30, 2017 798 Views 0 comment Print

If such Bill of Entry is not assessed on priority, for any reason thereof, within 06 hours of the request made, then the concerned Group AC/DC should place such Bill of Entry details before the concerned ADC/JC for taking necessary action in the matter. Further, even if, assessment of such Bill of Entry is not resolved at the level of concerned ADC/JC on the same working day, then the matter should be immediately brought to the notice of concerned Commissioner for necessary action. A databank with regard to such request received in the Group/s should also be maintained.

MEIS benefit for Onions Fresh or Chilled extended till 30.09.2017

June 30, 2017 840 Views 0 comment Print

The MEIS benefit for export of ‘Onions Fresh or Chilled’ under ITC (HS) code 07031010 is extended up to 30.09.2017 vide Public Notice 10/2015-2020

DGFT Notification No.14/2015-2020 Dated: 30 June, 2017

June 30, 2017 2211 Views 0 comment Print

M/s International Gemological Institute (India) Pvt Ltd, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai is added as agency permitted to import duty free diamonds for certification/grading and subsequent re-export, subject to conditions mentioned in paragraph 4.75 of Handbook of Procedures 2015-20 and other applicable provisions of the law in this regard.

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