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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 816 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 2691 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


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 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


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


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 114 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

DGFT Extends Interest Subvention to Chapter 72 Goods for MSEs Only

DGFT : The notification includes 167 new tariff lines under Chapter 72 for interest subvention benefits, but restricts eligibility exclus...

April 21, 2026 351 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Updates List of Authorized Banks for Gold and Silver Import

DGFT : DGFT revised Appendix 4B to update banks permitted to import gold and silver. The notice clarifies authorized entities and validit...

April 17, 2026 693 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Amends Baryte Export Policy: Grade A & B Restricted, CDW Remains Free

DGFT : The government has shifted Grade A and B baryte to the restricted category requiring DGFT approval. The move aims to regulate expo...

April 17, 2026 477 Views 0 comment Print


Notification No. 10 (RE-98)/1997-2002, Dated: 22/07/1998

July 22, 1998 379 Views 0 comment Print

In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 5 of the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992 (No. 22 of 1992) read with paragraph 1.3 of the Export and Import Policy, 1997-2002, as amended, the Central Government hereby makes the following amendment in the Export and Import Policy, 1997-2002.

Clarification on the erstwhile Pass Book Scheme issued under EXIM Policy, 1992-97-Regarding utilisation of credits

July 17, 1998 286 Views 0 comment Print

It has been clarified in these Policy Circulars that the credits earned under the Pass Book Scheme may be utilised for imports within a period of one year from the date of grant of credit. In partial modification of the Circulars, it has now been decided that the credits earned under the Pass Book Scheme shall be valid for a period of one year from the date of grant of credit or upto 31.3.1999 whichever is earlier.

Policy Circular No. 22 (RE-98)/98-99, Dated: 15.07.1998

July 15, 1998 478 Views 0 comment Print

The Indian Sugar & General Industry Export Import Corporation (ISGIEIC) Ltd., shall be the sole agency authorised to export Raw Cane Sugar to the U.S.A. against the preferential Ceiling as indicated above. The export of above quantity of Raw Cane Sugar to the USA under the preferential arrangements as indicated above shall also be subject to prescribed pre-shipment Certificate by the Export Inspection Council.

Notification No. 8 (RE-98)1997-02, Dated: 13/07/1998

July 13, 1998 385 Views 0 comment Print

Petroleum products, namely,Indian Oil Corporation Limited a) Aviation Turbine fuel b) Motor Spirit c) High Speed Diesel d) Bitumen (asphalt) – paving grade; and e) Crude OilHowever, Private and Joint Sector refineries can import crude oil freely without an import licence for actual use in their own refineries.

Public Notice No. 22 (RE-98)/1997-2002: Amendments to Export & Import Procedures

July 10, 1998 409 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT amends export & import procedures, DEPB rates, compliance rules, and product descriptions to improve export sector clarity and efficiency.

Counting of third party exports under EPCG scheme

July 10, 1998 5755 Views 0 comment Print

The EPCG licence holder shall, in such cases, be making a request to the concerned licensing authority requesting for change in the export product mentioning the name and address of the manufacturer who shall be converting the intermediate product into final product. The licensing authority shall allow the aforesaid change after enhancing the export obligation by 50%.

DEPB rates for PVC leather cloth/foam leather cloth

July 10, 1998 403 Views 0 comment Print

The exporters who have exported the product with a coating weight other than 1000 gms/Sq.Mtr ± 5% during 1.4.97 to 14.4.98 have been denied the DEPB rate, it has been decided that the exporters who have exported PVC leather cloth/foam leather cloth of different coating weight shall be eligible for DEPB @ 17% as was applicable under S.No. 94 of plastic product without referring to coating weight.

Clarification with regard to application of DEPB rate/ capping

July 10, 1998 394 Views 0 comment Print

This issue has been examined and it has been decided that wherever the DEPB rates have been reduced or value capping has been imposed, the reduction of rate or imposition of value cap shall not be applicable wherever the consignment of exports under DEPB have already been handed over to the Customs Authorities prior to the date of notification for examination and clearance for exports.

Filing of export & import applications and submission of letters with the Regional Offices regarding

July 10, 1998 460 Views 0 comment Print

As per Paragraph 4.30 of the Handbook of Procedures (Vol. 1) 1997-2002, all cases wherever approval of licences is given by the Committees at the Directorate General of Foreign Trade, the licences shall be issued by the Regional Licensing Authorities. Now it has been decided that till the time normalcy is restored in the Regional Licensing Offices, such licences shall also be issued by the concerned section at the DGFT, Headquarters.

Policy Circular No. 21 (RE-98)/1997-2002: Addition of MPEDA to HACCP Certification List

July 7, 1998 484 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT adds Marine Product Export Development Agency (MPEDA) to HACCP certification agencies list to improve marine product export sector compliance.

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