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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 819 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 2694 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 3558 Views 1 comment Print


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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 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 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 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 210 Views 0 comment Print


Regulations for Importing Canalised Items in India

August 28, 1998 7225 Views 0 comment Print

Clarification on import of canalised items in India. Only canalising agencies like Indian Oil Corporation can import, not individual importers.

Public Notice No. 33 (RE-98)/97-02, Dated: 27.08.1998

August 27, 1998 391 Views 0 comment Print

Government notice allows non-SSI units to expand capacities with export obligations under an industrial license.

Public Notice No. 32 (RE-98)/1997-2002, Dated: 24.08.1998

August 24, 1998 310 Views 0 comment Print

The Licensing Authority may grant extension in export obligation period for a period of four months against one or more consignment/sight on payment of penalty of 1% on the unfulfilled fob value of export obligation with reference to cif value of the imports made for which extension is being sought. Any request for extension beyond a period of four months can be considered only by a Committee headed by Director General of Foreign Trade.

Public Notice No. 31 (RE-98)/1997-2002, Dated: 21.08.1998

August 21, 1998 610 Views 0 comment Print

In exercise of powers conferred under paragraph 4.11 of the Export and Import Policy, 1997-2002, as notified in the Gazette of India extraordinary, Part-II- Section 3 – Sub- section (ii) vide S.O No. 283(E) dated 31.3.97, the Director General of Foreign Trade hereby makes following amendment in the Handbook of Procedures (Vol.1) (RE-98), 1997-2002.

Public Notice No. 30 (RE-98)/1997-2002, Dated: 21.08.1998

August 21, 1998 331 Views 0 comment Print

FOB value actually realised and date of realisation of export proceeds may not be given in cases where shipment has been made against irrevocable Letter of Credit. However, in such cases bank shall make an endorsement to this effect in column 14/15 of Appendix 25.

Clarification on certain issues relating to EPCG, Duty Exemption and DEPB Scheme

August 20, 1998 355 Views 0 comment Print

Kind attention is invited to Paragraph 6.5 (v) of the EXIM Policy, 1997-2002, which stipulate that the export obligation shall be over and above the average level of exports of the same product achieved by him in the preceding three licensing years. Some exporters have requested this office to clarify whether the average level of exports of the same product to be achieved by them in the preceding three licensing years is to be determined taking into account the licensing year in which the EPCG application is filed or the licensing year on which the EPCG licence was issued. In this context, it is clarified that average of preceding three licensing years should be taken after taking into account the licensing year in which the EPCG application is filed.

Policy Circular No. 32 (RE-98)/97-02, Dated: 20.08.1998

August 20, 1998 469 Views 0 comment Print

Representations have been received from individual exporters as well as clarifications sought by different regional licensing authorities with regard to availibility of deemed exports benefits for supply of goods/services to Civil Constructions projects. The issue whether supply of goods/services to Civil Construction project should be entitled for deemed export benefits or not has been examined in detail in this office. It is clarified that supply of goods under para 10.2(d) of Exim Policy are entitled for deemed exports benefits.

Matter relating to Export Inspection Agencies

August 17, 1998 343 Views 0 comment Print

In Appendix 32A of the Handbook of Procedures the list of Inspection and Certification agencies have been listed. These agencies have been recognised to issue Inspection Certificate under Paragraphs 5.3, 5.4 and 6.3 of the Handbook of Procedures, Vol. 1, l997-2002 (incorporating amendments made upto l3th April, 1998). These certificates issued by the said Inspection and Certification Agencies are valid for import of metal scrap under Paragraph 5.3, second-hand capital goods under Paragraph 5.4 and under EPCG under Paragraph 6.3 of the Handbook of Procedures.

Notification No. 14 (RE-98)1997-02, Dated: 14/08/1998

August 14, 1998 490 Views 0 comment Print

The Government of India amended the import policy by allowing various items to be imported under Special Import Licence (SIL) through Notification No. 14(RE-98).

Notification No. 13 (RE-98)1997-2002, Dated: 14.08.1998

August 14, 1998 307 Views 0 comment Print

Under the Scheme, manufacturer exporters, merchant exporters tied to supporting manufacturer(s) and service providers are eligible to import capital goods. For Agricultural exports, import of irrigation equipments may be allowed provided ownership of these equipments rest with the EPCG licence holder, such equipments are not sold or leased and list of places where the equipments are to be located is made available to the jurisdictional Asst. Commissioner of Customs and Excise.

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