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Stack of official documents and customs forms with a gavel and licence certificate — representing the CBLR customs broker licence exam process in India

Customs Broker License India 2026: NACIN Exam & CBLMS Process

India's CBLR exam, conducted by NACIN under CBIC, is a 150-MCQ test (450 marks, 60% to pass) covering Customs Law and Allied Laws, followed by an oral interview, leading to a Licensed Customs Broker (CHA) registration via CBLMS.

26 Apr 202611 min read

Indian port with cargo containers at golden hour — customs trade compliance

Customs Import Duty

CBIC Customs Exchange Rate April 2026: How It Works and Why It Matters for Your Import Duty

CBIC publishes a customs exchange rate every fortnight that determines the rupee value used to calculate import duty in India.

20 Apr 20269 min read

India-EFTA TEPA rules of origin and export process

Trade Policy Export Schemes

India-EFTA TEPA: Rules of Origin, Benefits & Export Process

India-EFTA TEPA grants tariff-free access to Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein for 99.6% of India's export value. Rules of origin determine whether your products qualify.

20 Apr 202614 min read

HSN Code for Bags Classification Duty Rate and Compliance Guide

HSN Code GST

HSN Code for Bags: Classification, Duty Rate & Compliance Guide

Bag HSN codes in India generally fall under Chapter 63 (textile bags), Chapter 42 (travel/leather bags), or Chapter 39 (plastic bags).

8 Apr 20264 min read

Stack of gold bars and bullion representing precious metals and Indian trade policy for 2026

Trade Policy Import Duty

Gold Import Restrictions India 2026: DGFT Notification 03/2026-27 Explained

DGFT Notification 03/2026-27 moves gold, silver, and precious metal articles under Chapter 71 from Free to Restricted import policy. An import license is now mandatory with no transitional relief.

6 Apr 202610 min read

A bustling port scene with colorful cargo containers at sunrise, representing global trade and customs logistics.

Export Schemes Customs

Duty Drawback Scheme in India: Rates, Process & How to Claim

Learn how the duty drawback scheme works in India. Understand Section 74 vs 75, All Industry Rates (AIR), and how exporters can claim refunds.

4 Apr 20267 min read

Bustling shipping port with cargo containers representing customs valuation and SVB investigation in India

Customs Import Duty

Special Valuation Branch (SVB): Customs Rules for Related Party Imports India 2026

The Special Valuation Branch (SVB) is a dedicated Indian Customs unit that investigates declared transaction values of goods imported from related parties. Triggered under Rule 3(3)(b) of the Customs Valuation Rules 2007, SVB investigations run 6–18 months with a 1% extra duty deposit on every consignment during the process.

3 Apr 20267 min read

Aerial view of lush green agricultural fields in Punjab, India, representing Indian agricultural exports under APEDA

Export Schemes Import Export

APEDA Registration: Online Process, Documents & Benefits for Exporters

APEDA registration is mandatory for exporters of scheduled agricultural and processed food products from India. The fee is ₹5,900 (₹5,000 + 18% GST), valid for 5 years, applied online through the DGFT e-RCMC portal.

2 Apr 20268 min read

RCMC Certificate registration process for Indian exporters

Export Schemes Import Export

RCMC Certificate in India: Registration Process, Export Benefits & How to Apply Online

RCMC (Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate) is mandatory for claiming RoDTEP, Duty Drawback, and EPCG benefits under India's Foreign Trade Policy.

1 Apr 202612 min read