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DGFT Activates Online Module for Post Export EPCG Scrips: A Step Toward Digital Trade Facilitation
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....GFT Activates Online Module for Post Export EPCG Scrips: A Step Toward Digital Trade Facilitation<br>By: - YAGAY andSUN<br>Customs - Import - Export - SEZ<br>Dated:- 24-4-2026<br>On 21st April 2026, the Government of India, through the Directorate General of Foreign Trade under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, issued Trade Notice No. 02/2026-27, introducing a significant reform in the handli....
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....ng of Post Export EPCG (Export Promotion Capital Goods) scrips. This initiative aims to resolve long-standing operational challenges faced by exporters and streamline the issuance, re-issuance, and extension of validity of EPCG duty credit scrips through a fully digital mechanism. Background: Challenges in Manual Scrip Handling Exporters holding Post Export EPCG authorisations had raised ....
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....concerns regarding the utilization of scrips issued manually or offline by Regional Authorities (RAs). These manual processes often resulted in: • Delays in transmission • Lack of synchronization with customs systems • Difficulty in utilization at ports Recognizing these bottlenecks, DGFT has transitioned to a digital-first solution. Introduction of the....
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.... Online EPCG Module To address these issues, DGFT has developed and deployed an online module on its portal. This system enables: • Electronic issuance of EPCG duty credit scrips • Seamless data exchange with ICEGATE (Indian Customs EDI Gateway) • Faster and more transparent processing The integration ensures that exporters can utilize their scrips effi....
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....ciently without procedural delays. Role of Regional Authorities Under the new system: • Exporters submit applications online • The concerned DGFT Regional Authority examines the request digitally • Approved scrips are generated electronically • Scrips are automatically transmitted to ICEGATE This eliminates the need for physical document....
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....ation and manual intervention. Key Scenarios Covered Under the Module The newly activated system is designed to handle three primary scenarios: 1. Authorization Not Yet Closed If a Post Export EPCG authorization is still open: • The exporter can apply online for closure • Submit required documents digitally • Upon approval, the EPCG scrip is gener....
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....ated and transmitted electronically 2. Scrip Generated but Not Transmitted or Expired If a scrip exists but: • Has not been transmitted to ICEGATE, or • Has expired before transmission Then: • The exporter must raise a Service Request Ticket on the DGFT portal • Upon approval, the same scrip is revalidated and transmitted with a new vali....
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....dity 3. Authorization Closed but No Electronic Scrip In cases where: • Authorization is closed, but • No scrip was generated, or • Only a manual scrip exists The exporter must: • Submit a Service Request Ticket • Provide utilization details of any manual scrip • Upload supporting documents After approval: ....
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.... • An electronic scrip (full or partial) is generated • It is transmitted to ICEGATE for use Handling Technical Issues DGFT has advised stakeholders to report any operational or system-related issues to the Policy Cell-5 (EG&TF) at DGFT Headquarters for prompt resolution. Impact on Exporters and Trade This reform marks a major advancement in India's trade faci....
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....litation efforts: • Digitization reduces paperwork and human error • Integration with customs ensures real-time usability • Transparency improves tracking and accountability • Efficiency speeds up export incentive utilization The move aligns with the Government's broader vision of enhancing ease of doing business and promoting exports. ....
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....Conclusion The activation of the Post Export EPCG online module represents a critical shift toward a more efficient, transparent, and technology-driven export ecosystem. By eliminating manual bottlenecks and enabling seamless coordination between DGFT and customs systems, the government has taken a decisive step in strengthening India's trade infrastructure. Exporters are encouraged to a....
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....dopt the new system and utilize its features to ensure smoother operations and faster realization of benefits under the EPCG scheme. =============<br> Scholarly articles for knowledge sharing by authors, experts, professionals ....