CBIC's Notification No. 73/2026-Customs (N.T.) dated 1 September 2026 (SCMTR Third Amendment) pushes the specified Sea Cargo Manifest and Transshipment compliance date to 31 October 2026 — buying shipping lines, forwarders and CHAs more transition time on advance manifest filing.
DGFT Notifications No. 34/2026-27 and 35/2026-27 (24 August 2026) move wheat and wheat-flour products (atta, maida, sooji, wholemeal) from 'Prohibited' to 'Free' with immediate effect — reopening a major export line for grain traders and millers after years of curbs.
DGFT Public Notice No. 28/2026-27 (1 September 2026) reopens the balance ~2,02,550 MT of the 10 lakh MT duty-free raw sugar TRQ, now allocated daily to eligible mills and refiners. A live opportunity for sugar importers amid a firm domestic price outlook.
The current RoDTEP extension (DGFT Notification No. 74/2025-26) keeps existing rates and caps in force only up to 30 September 2026. With no further extension yet notified, exporters should file claims promptly and stress-test pricing for a possible rate change or gap from 1 October.
Via Trade Notice No. 24/2026-27 (31 August 2026), DGFT now issues Free Sale and Commerce Certificates (FSC) automatically on its portal for eligible applications. Faster, more predictable turnaround for exporters of non-drug/cosmetic products that need proof a good is freely sold in India.
DGFT has operationalised an inventory-based e-commerce export framework letting foreign-funded firms hold Indian-made goods purely for export through a registered Exporter-on-Record — with access to export incentives. Here is what changed and what exporters should do.
A beginner's FAQ for first-time exporters from India, answering the 20 most common questions — from IEC, AD Code and RCMC registration to HS codes, export documents, Incoterms, GST and LUT, payment security, RoDTEP claims, finding buyers, and the mistakes that cost new exporters money.
Budget 2026-27 and the Finance Act 2026 reshape export economics: bigger duty-free input limits for seafood and footwear, a one-year export window, zero-rating for intermediary services, easier GST refunds, a one-time SEZ-to-DTA concession, and a 45% cut in RoDTEP funding.
DGFT Notification No. 15/2026-27 (dated 30 April 2026, effective 1 May 2026) adds 142 new tariff lines to India's RoDTEP export incentive schedule — including blueberries, cranberries, shea nuts, herbal extracts and RO membranes — while deleting 50 and aligning the scheme with the Finance Act 2026 customs tariff changes.
The ten 2026 trade policy developments that matter most to Indian MSME exporters — the Export Promotion Mission framework, 2.75% interest subvention on export credit and factoring, collateral-free credit under CGSE and the revised MCGS, removal of the courier export cap, dedicated e-commerce exporter credit, the India-UK CETA entering force, the widening FTA map, and the proposed RCMC exemption for low-value consignments.
DGFT has extended the Minimum Export Price on natural honey to USD 1,400 per metric tonne (FOB) until 31 December 2026 via Notification No. 09/2026-27. This news piece explains the notification, what MEP is (a price floor, not a ban, duty or quota), how it differs from Minimum Import Price, the recent track record of MEP changes on onion and rice, and a step-by-step compliance check for exporters.
A complete guide to India's Foreign Trade Policy 2023 — the shift to an open-ended dynamic policy, its legal framework under the FTDR Act, ITC (HS) classification, duty exemption and remission schemes, and the 2026 amendments every exporter should know, including the Export Promotion Mission's consolidation of IES and MAI.
Understand India's Advance Authorisation Scheme, eligibility, benefits, application process, export obligation, SION norms, amendments, closure, and best practices for duty-free import of inputs used in export production.
DGFT Public Notice No. 28/2026-27 (1 September 2026) reopens the balance ~2,02,550 MT of the 10 lakh MT duty-free raw sugar TRQ, now allocated daily to eligible mills and refiners. A live opportunity for sugar importers amid a firm domestic price outlook.
The current RoDTEP extension (DGFT Notification No. 74/2025-26) keeps existing rates and caps in force only up to 30 September 2026. With no further extension yet notified, exporters should file claims promptly and stress-test pricing for a possible rate change or gap from 1 October.
A status check on every India FTA moving in 2026: UK CETA and Oman CEPA are now in force, the EU and New Zealand deals are signed but not yet ratified, and the US and GCC talks remain open — plus what each shift means for exporters and importers.
Budget 2026-27 and the Finance Act 2026 reshape export economics: bigger duty-free input limits for seafood and footwear, a one-year export window, zero-rating for intermediary services, easier GST refunds, a one-time SEZ-to-DTA concession, and a 45% cut in RoDTEP funding.
DGFT Notification No. 15/2026-27 (dated 30 April 2026, effective 1 May 2026) adds 142 new tariff lines to India's RoDTEP export incentive schedule — including blueberries, cranberries, shea nuts, herbal extracts and RO membranes — while deleting 50 and aligning the scheme with the Finance Act 2026 customs tariff changes.
The ten 2026 trade policy developments that matter most to Indian MSME exporters — the Export Promotion Mission framework, 2.75% interest subvention on export credit and factoring, collateral-free credit under CGSE and the revised MCGS, removal of the courier export cap, dedicated e-commerce exporter credit, the India-UK CETA entering force, the widening FTA map, and the proposed RCMC exemption for low-value consignments.
DGFT has extended the Minimum Export Price on natural honey to USD 1,400 per metric tonne (FOB) until 31 December 2026 via Notification No. 09/2026-27. This news piece explains the notification, what MEP is (a price floor, not a ban, duty or quota), how it differs from Minimum Import Price, the recent track record of MEP changes on onion and rice, and a step-by-step compliance check for exporters.
A complete guide to India's Foreign Trade Policy 2023 — the shift to an open-ended dynamic policy, its legal framework under the FTDR Act, ITC (HS) classification, duty exemption and remission schemes, and the 2026 amendments every exporter should know, including the Export Promotion Mission's consolidation of IES and MAI.
A step-by-step guide to obtaining a Certificate of Origin in India on the eCoO 2.0 platform. Covers preferential vs non-preferential certificates, the mandatory e-filing rules, the April 2026 DGFT amendments on invoice matching and authorised agencies, the Approved Exporter self-certification route, and common rejection reasons.
A step-by-step simulated example showing how an exporter of electronic toys (HS 9503) calculates the RoDTEP rebate on a shipment, applies the rate-vs-cap rule, projects the annual benefit, and converts e-scrips into cash. Figures are illustrative.
Understand India's RoDTEP scheme: what it is, why it replaced MEIS, the embedded taxes it refunds, how e-scrips work, rates, eligibility, the step-by-step claim process, 2026 updates, and best practices for exporters.
CBIC's Notification No. 73/2026-Customs (N.T.) dated 1 September 2026 (SCMTR Third Amendment) pushes the specified Sea Cargo Manifest and Transshipment compliance date to 31 October 2026 — buying shipping lines, forwarders and CHAs more transition time on advance manifest filing.
Via Trade Notice No. 24/2026-27 (31 August 2026), DGFT now issues Free Sale and Commerce Certificates (FSC) automatically on its portal for eligible applications. Faster, more predictable turnaround for exporters of non-drug/cosmetic products that need proof a good is freely sold in India.
A status check on every India FTA moving in 2026: UK CETA and Oman CEPA are now in force, the EU and New Zealand deals are signed but not yet ratified, and the US and GCC talks remain open — plus what each shift means for exporters and importers.
A beginner's FAQ for first-time exporters from India, answering the 20 most common questions — from IEC, AD Code and RCMC registration to HS codes, export documents, Incoterms, GST and LUT, payment security, RoDTEP claims, finding buyers, and the mistakes that cost new exporters money.
DGFT has extended the Minimum Export Price on natural honey to USD 1,400 per metric tonne (FOB) until 31 December 2026 via Notification No. 09/2026-27. This news piece explains the notification, what MEP is (a price floor, not a ban, duty or quota), how it differs from Minimum Import Price, the recent track record of MEP changes on onion and rice, and a step-by-step compliance check for exporters.
A step-by-step guide to obtaining a Certificate of Origin in India on the eCoO 2.0 platform. Covers preferential vs non-preferential certificates, the mandatory e-filing rules, the April 2026 DGFT amendments on invoice matching and authorised agencies, the Approved Exporter self-certification route, and common rejection reasons.
A practical guide to choosing the correct Incoterms 2020 rule for your shipment. Covers all 11 terms, the any-mode vs sea-only split, a five-question decision framework, common scenarios for Indian exporters, and the mistakes that cost money.
CBIC's Notification No. 73/2026-Customs (N.T.) dated 1 September 2026 (SCMTR Third Amendment) pushes the specified Sea Cargo Manifest and Transshipment compliance date to 31 October 2026 — buying shipping lines, forwarders and CHAs more transition time on advance manifest filing.
A beginner's FAQ for first-time exporters from India, answering the 20 most common questions — from IEC, AD Code and RCMC registration to HS codes, export documents, Incoterms, GST and LUT, payment security, RoDTEP claims, finding buyers, and the mistakes that cost new exporters money.
A practical guide to choosing the correct Incoterms 2020 rule for your shipment. Covers all 11 terms, the any-mode vs sea-only split, a five-question decision framework, common scenarios for Indian exporters, and the mistakes that cost money.
A beginner's FAQ for first-time exporters from India, answering the 20 most common questions — from IEC, AD Code and RCMC registration to HS codes, export documents, Incoterms, GST and LUT, payment security, RoDTEP claims, finding buyers, and the mistakes that cost new exporters money.
Budget 2026-27 and the Finance Act 2026 reshape export economics: bigger duty-free input limits for seafood and footwear, a one-year export window, zero-rating for intermediary services, easier GST refunds, a one-time SEZ-to-DTA concession, and a 45% cut in RoDTEP funding.
The ten 2026 trade policy developments that matter most to Indian MSME exporters — the Export Promotion Mission framework, 2.75% interest subvention on export credit and factoring, collateral-free credit under CGSE and the revised MCGS, removal of the courier export cap, dedicated e-commerce exporter credit, the India-UK CETA entering force, the widening FTA map, and the proposed RCMC exemption for low-value consignments.
A guide to the government schemes supporting India's chemical and pharmaceutical cluster exports — PLI for Bulk Drugs, PLI for Pharmaceuticals, Bulk Drug Parks, PRIP, SPI and PCPIR — plus Pharmexcil and Chemexcil membership, the RELIEF intervention, and the GMP compliance layer that governs regulated-market access.
A practical guide to choosing the correct Incoterms 2020 rule for your shipment. Covers all 11 terms, the any-mode vs sea-only split, a five-question decision framework, common scenarios for Indian exporters, and the mistakes that cost money.
The current RoDTEP extension (DGFT Notification No. 74/2025-26) keeps existing rates and caps in force only up to 30 September 2026. With no further extension yet notified, exporters should file claims promptly and stress-test pricing for a possible rate change or gap from 1 October.
A beginner's FAQ for first-time exporters from India, answering the 20 most common questions — from IEC, AD Code and RCMC registration to HS codes, export documents, Incoterms, GST and LUT, payment security, RoDTEP claims, finding buyers, and the mistakes that cost new exporters money.
Budget 2026-27 and the Finance Act 2026 reshape export economics: bigger duty-free input limits for seafood and footwear, a one-year export window, zero-rating for intermediary services, easier GST refunds, a one-time SEZ-to-DTA concession, and a 45% cut in RoDTEP funding.
DGFT Notification No. 15/2026-27 (dated 30 April 2026, effective 1 May 2026) adds 142 new tariff lines to India's RoDTEP export incentive schedule — including blueberries, cranberries, shea nuts, herbal extracts and RO membranes — while deleting 50 and aligning the scheme with the Finance Act 2026 customs tariff changes.
The ten 2026 trade policy developments that matter most to Indian MSME exporters — the Export Promotion Mission framework, 2.75% interest subvention on export credit and factoring, collateral-free credit under CGSE and the revised MCGS, removal of the courier export cap, dedicated e-commerce exporter credit, the India-UK CETA entering force, the widening FTA map, and the proposed RCMC exemption for low-value consignments.
A complete guide to India's Foreign Trade Policy 2023 — the shift to an open-ended dynamic policy, its legal framework under the FTDR Act, ITC (HS) classification, duty exemption and remission schemes, and the 2026 amendments every exporter should know, including the Export Promotion Mission's consolidation of IES and MAI.
A guide to the government schemes supporting India's chemical and pharmaceutical cluster exports — PLI for Bulk Drugs, PLI for Pharmaceuticals, Bulk Drug Parks, PRIP, SPI and PCPIR — plus Pharmexcil and Chemexcil membership, the RELIEF intervention, and the GMP compliance layer that governs regulated-market access.
A 2026 guide to the top 10 government schemes for Indian exporters — RoDTEP, RoSCTL, Advance Authorisation, EPCG, Duty Drawback, the Export Promotion Mission (which now houses interest subvention and market access support), TMA, SEZ/EOU and PLI. Covers what each scheme does, eligibility, benefits and how to claim.
A step-by-step simulated example showing how an exporter of electronic toys (HS 9503) calculates the RoDTEP rebate on a shipment, applies the rate-vs-cap rule, projects the annual benefit, and converts e-scrips into cash. Figures are illustrative.
Understand India's RoDTEP scheme: what it is, why it replaced MEIS, the embedded taxes it refunds, how e-scrips work, rates, eligibility, the step-by-step claim process, 2026 updates, and best practices for exporters.
DGFT Notifications No. 34/2026-27 and 35/2026-27 (24 August 2026) move wheat and wheat-flour products (atta, maida, sooji, wholemeal) from 'Prohibited' to 'Free' with immediate effect — reopening a major export line for grain traders and millers after years of curbs.
Via Trade Notice No. 24/2026-27 (31 August 2026), DGFT now issues Free Sale and Commerce Certificates (FSC) automatically on its portal for eligible applications. Faster, more predictable turnaround for exporters of non-drug/cosmetic products that need proof a good is freely sold in India.
A status check on every India FTA moving in 2026: UK CETA and Oman CEPA are now in force, the EU and New Zealand deals are signed but not yet ratified, and the US and GCC talks remain open — plus what each shift means for exporters and importers.
DGFT has operationalised an inventory-based e-commerce export framework letting foreign-funded firms hold Indian-made goods purely for export through a registered Exporter-on-Record — with access to export incentives. Here is what changed and what exporters should do.
A beginner's FAQ for first-time exporters from India, answering the 20 most common questions — from IEC, AD Code and RCMC registration to HS codes, export documents, Incoterms, GST and LUT, payment security, RoDTEP claims, finding buyers, and the mistakes that cost new exporters money.
The ten 2026 trade policy developments that matter most to Indian MSME exporters — the Export Promotion Mission framework, 2.75% interest subvention on export credit and factoring, collateral-free credit under CGSE and the revised MCGS, removal of the courier export cap, dedicated e-commerce exporter credit, the India-UK CETA entering force, the widening FTA map, and the proposed RCMC exemption for low-value consignments.
A complete guide to India's Foreign Trade Policy 2023 — the shift to an open-ended dynamic policy, its legal framework under the FTDR Act, ITC (HS) classification, duty exemption and remission schemes, and the 2026 amendments every exporter should know, including the Export Promotion Mission's consolidation of IES and MAI.
A step-by-step guide to obtaining a Certificate of Origin in India on the eCoO 2.0 platform. Covers preferential vs non-preferential certificates, the mandatory e-filing rules, the April 2026 DGFT amendments on invoice matching and authorised agencies, the Approved Exporter self-certification route, and common rejection reasons.
Recent updates
CBIC Extends SCMTR Compliance Deadline to 31 October 2026
India Frees Wheat and Wheat Flour Exports
DGFT Opens Daily Allocation of Balance Raw Sugar Import Quota
RoDTEP Rates Guaranteed Only Through 30 September 2026 — Plan Ahead
DGFT Automates Free Sale and Commerce Certificate Issuance
India's New Free Trade Agreements in 2026 — Full List and What They Mean for You
India Opens Inventory-Based E-Commerce Exports to Foreign-Funded Firms
Union Budget 2026: 9 Changes That Directly Affect Indian Exporters
India Adds New Products to Export Incentive List — Full Update
India's New Trade Policy: The 10 Biggest Takeaways for MSMEs