Deletion of specified input: 'Walnut in any form' removed from export inputs list, easing compliance under advance authorizations.
The entry for Walnut in any form has been deleted from Appendix-4J of the Handbook of Procedures (HBP-2023), thereby removing that item from the list of specified inputs subject to the Appendix-4J pre-import condition under advance authorizations and altering the scope of items governed by that regime.

GST e invoice integration: mandatory submission to DGFT portal proposed to claim deemed export benefits under FTP.
Proposal would require GST e-invoices received from GSTN on the DGFT BO portal as mandatory documentary evidence to claim deemed export benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy, enabling automated validation of e-invoices and GST returns for verification of deemed export transactions and eBRC corroboration to improve transparency and compliance.

Review of SIONs for automobile tyres: stakeholders must submit modification proposals with certified supporting data to DGFT.
The Directorate has initiated a review of the SIONs for automobile tyres and requests Export Promotion Councils, exporters, trade bodies and other stakeholders to submit proposed modifications with detailed justification, production and consumption data, and wastage norms certified by a Chartered Engineer. Proposals and supporting documents must be emailed to the designated inbox for examination within the response period specified in the Trade Notice.

Extension of RoDTEP annual return filing deadline announced, with a corresponding three month grace period for FY 2023 24 exports.
Extension of the deadline for filing RoDTEP Annual Return for Financial Year 2023-24 is announced, moving the last filing date to 30.06.2025 and extending the related grace period to 30.09.2025; the action is taken under powers in the Foreign Trade Policy and applies to Annual RoDTEP Returns referenced in the Handbook of Procedure and prior Public Notice.

Stock and Sale export authorizations: permitted to overseas stockists subject to end-use certifications and IMWG approvals.
Amendments permit bulk export of SCOMET items under the Stock and Sale policy from an Indian exporter to an overseas stockist (subsidiary/parent/affiliate/OEM/EMS/CM) subject to documentary proof of relationship, an End Use/End User Certificate listing destination countries, purchase documentation, technical specifications and compliance documents; IMWG grants authorization and in-principle re-export approvals to specified countries, while re-exports to non-preapproved countries require fresh application with EUCs and supporting documents and will be considered on end-use verification. Reporting, annual inventory statements and penalties for non-compliance apply.

General Authorization for Export after Repair permits single registration re exports of imported SCOMET items to related entities under quarterly reporting.
The amendment creates a General Authorization for Export after Repair (GAER) allowing re export of imported SCOMET items repaired in India to related entities and authorized repair supply chain actors abroad on the basis of a one time registration and authorization, conditioned on documentary proof of import and repair obligation, no alteration or value addition, specified recipient sameness, exclusion of sanctioned or high risk destinations, mandatory quarterly post shipment reporting, ICP/AEO compliance where applicable, and DGFT's reservation to suspend, revoke or deny authorizations for proliferation or national security concerns.

Standard Input Output Norms fixation sets input requirements for metronidazole gel exports under Chemical and Allied Product rules.
Fixation of new Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs) A-3684 prescribes input requirements for export of metronidazole gel under the Chemical and Allied Product group: two export product configurations (55 g pack and 60 g tube), each with one export unit and specified quantities of Metronidazole Micronized USP per pack. The notification is issued under paragraph 1.03 of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023 and adds SION No. A-3684 to the schedule of norms, establishing compliance parameters for exporters.

Advance Authorisation closure: accept self-attested GST e-invoices when shipping bill descriptions are truncated, enabling Redemption/EODC.
DGFT recognises that shipping bill description fields may truncate export item descriptions exceeding 120 characters, causing deficiencies under Para 4.42(iii) of FTP 2023. RAs are directed to corroborate complete item descriptions using self attested GST system generated e invoices and to upload those e invoices with other prescribed documents for Redemption/EODC of Advance Authorisations.

Import authorisation for premium frozen duck meat limited to hotels rated three star and above; suppliers must provide undertakings and records.
Imports of premium frozen duck meat under the specified ITC HS codes are restricted for supplies destined to hotels rated three-star and above; such hotels may import directly. Distributors/aggregators/suppliers may obtain DGFT Import Authorisations by submitting an undertaking that imports are for eligible hotels, maintaining supply records, and providing GST invoice evidence of previous supplies for subsequent authorisations. Imports will be verifiable and non-compliance can lead to actions under applicable laws.

Tariff rate quota allocation requires certified turnover disclosure and purpose declaration, with periodic utilisation review and reallocation.
Allocation of the Tariff Rate Quota for gold under India-UAE CEPA for FY 2025 26 requires applicants to declare import purpose and submit CA certified GST based turnover details in prescribed formats for specified HS codes; existing online applications may be amended to include these details.

Import quota allocation for petroleum coke requires online applications under a specified import authorisation procedure.
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade invites online applications for allocation of import quantities of Calcined Petroleum Coke for the aluminium industry and Raw Petroleum Coke for CPC manufacturing for FY 2025 26, exercising powers under the Foreign Trade Policy, 2023. Applicants must apply via the DGFT Import Management System under Import Authorisation for Restricted Imports with Import Category 'Import of Pet Coke'; submissions under other categories face rejection, and conditions of Public Notice no. 49/2023 dated 11.03.2024 continue to apply.

Mandatory online submission and payment for show cause replies under FTDR Act required through DGFT portal to ensure digital compliance.
Mandatory online submission and payment procedures are instituted for enforcement and adjudicatory processes under the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, requiring all replies to Show Cause Notices and related information requests in Adjudication, Appeal and Review proceedings to be filed exclusively through the DGFT portal; paper-based submissions will not be accepted. Penalties arising from orders must be paid electronically against the corresponding online ECA, Appeal or Review file, and use of miscellaneous payment options is discouraged to ensure correct accounting.

Certificates of Origin issuance must be electronic; manually issued CoOs are void and may be rejected abroad.
Certificates of Origin must be issued electronically via the Trade Connect ePlatform; manually issued Certificates of Origin after the specified deadlines will be considered null and void and are liable to be rejected by recipient-country Customs. Instances of contravention should be reported to the Directorate at the designated email, and issuing agencies that continue to violate the mandate may be removed from the list of authorised agencies.

Export conditions for Wheat Flour with Millets: new SION allows such exports subject to composition, sourcing and documentation rules.
SION E-136 is amended to allow export of Wheat Flour (Atta) with Millets provided the export item meets minimum composition requirements of Whole Wheat Flour and Millets, import entitlement under Advance Authorization for Wheat is computed proportionately to the Whole Wheat Flour content using the prescribed conversion factor, Millets and other added ingredients are domestically sourced, the shipping bill specifies percentage composition of ingredients, and all earlier conditions in prior public notices continue to apply.

SION amendment updates input-output norm for erythromycin stearate tablet exports with immediate effect; pro-rata applicability noted.
Amendment to SION A-222 sets the input-output requirement for export of Erythromycin Stearate tablets: one 250 mg erythromycin-equivalent tablet requires 334 mg of Erythromycin Stearate input; norms for other strength variants may be determined on a pro-rata basis; the amendment is effective immediately.

Wastage norms for jewellery exports revised, altering permissible manufacturing loss and SION input norms under Handbook of Procedures for exporters.
Amendment revises wastage percentages for specified jewellery categories under Para 4.59 of the Handbook of Procedures, 2023, distinguishing handcrafted and mechanized processes and providing separate maximum wastage rates for gold/platinum and silver. Corresponding modifications to SION M-1 to M-8 set precise input quantities per 1 Kg of export product for gold, platinum and silver for each export item and manufacturing mode. Note excludes imported mountings and findings from net content determination. The Public Notice supersedes the earlier notice and is effective immediately.

Track and Trace requirement for exported drug formulations withdrawn; authentication now governed under Drug Rules and health regulations.
Withdrawal of the Track and Trace compliance requirement for exported drug formulations by removing Para 2.76 of the Handbook of Procedures 2023, rescinding the procedural mandate for implementation of a Track and Trace system for export consignments and reassigning authentication implementation to the Drug Rules framework.

Annual RoDTEP Return filing via DGFT online module; separate returns, item thresholds, detailed tax apportionment and declarations required.
The DGFT has introduced an online module for Annual RoDTEP Return filing requiring separate submissions for DTA and SEZ/AA/EoU exports, itemised reporting by 8 digit HS Code, and returns limited to items meeting the prescribed accrued support threshold or, if none qualify, a single return for the item with highest accrued support. The ARR demands detailed entries of exporter/unit data, export quantities and FOB values, apportioned taxes and levies (transport, electricity, stamp, fuel, embedded GST), inputs with HS codes and supporting attachments, with approximations permitted if justified and a mandatory declaration against duplicate remission.

eCertificate of Origin implementation: Non Preferential CoO must be applied online with prescribed documents and attestation fee.
Implementation of an eCertificate of Origin requires exporters seeking Non Preferential Certificates to apply online via the designated portal to agencies listed in Appendix 2E, upload invoice and packing list, and pay the applicable attestation fee. Issuing agencies must verify Indian origin criteria and issue eCoOs in the prescribed format; corrections may be requested online as in lieu CoO applications. Agencies may apply for enlistment under Appendix 2E per Annexure I. Back to Back Non Preferential Certificates for non Indian origin goods for re export or trans shipment require documentary evidence and explicit notation on the certificate.

Average Export Obligation relief: re-fix Annual EO for EPCG authorisations after qualifying sectoral export declines.
Relief under para 5.17(a) HBP (FTP, 2023) permits reducing the Annual Average Export Obligation for EPCG authorisations proportionate to sectoral/product-group export declines in 2023-24 compared to 2022-23. Regional Authorities must re-fix Annual Average EO for 2023-24, endorse reductions in the licence file and amendment sheet, and ensure that prior policy circulars are considered before issuing demand notices or EODC; this stipulation must be included in the EODC check-sheet.