Online Updates

Bulk Upload & API Integration for eBRC Now Active and Live

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In continuation to DGFT Trade Notice No. 12/2024-25 dated 14th August 2024 regarding API Integration on the Bulk Upload Facility for Self-Certification of eBRC, the feature is now active and live on the DGFT website.

The option for Bulk Upload for eBRC generation is available under the eBRC option in the services tab.

In the Bulk Upload Option, the exporter can select the eBRC Type and upload the Excel File for the Bulk Upload.
A Sample File Excel file can be downloaded here also the Instruction Manual can be downloaded here

For API Linking and details, the details are provided on DGFT portal with the technical details and help files on the DGFT website.

The Technical Team of the exporters can refer to the documentation and details for using the API tool.

Exporters can now utilize the new facilities under the eBRC for self-generation.
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Bulk Upload & API Integration for eBRC starts from 20.08.2024

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In Continuation of Online Self Certification Process of eBRC, DGFT has introduce two additional functionalities.

1. Bulk Upload
2. API Integration

The Bulk Upload will allow exporters to generate Multiple eBRCs concurrently through the bulk upload functionality. The exporter can upload the spreadsheet with data in the required specified template.

The Application Programming Interface (API) Integration allows exporters to connect their own ERP or Accounting Software, directly to DGFT eBRC System and thereby generate and verify the eBRCs. A detailed process to activate and authenticate the API usage needs to be followed.

Both the above facilities will be effective from 20th Aug 2024.

Exporters must refer to DGFT Trade Notice No. 12/2024-25 Dated 14th August 2024 in this regard.

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JNCH launches Export Monitoring & Analysis System (X-MAS) AA/EPCG Schemes

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In the step towards digital and providing online facility to Exporter / Importers, with regards to entering and uploading details and documents in respect of Advance Authorisation and Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) Scheme, The JNCH has developed a new system called Export Monitoring & Analysis System (X-MAS)

The Export Monitoring & Analysis System (X-MAS) will be used for
a. Registration of Licenses
b. Submission of Installation Certificate for EPCG
c. Submission of First Block under EPCG
d. Submission of EODC and documents for Cancellation of Licenses
e. Check status on the registered licenses.

Public Notice No. 02/2024 (Click here to download) dated 11.01.2024 issued in giving detail guidance on the various process and steps for the each of the above activity.

The Link to the X-MAS Software can be accessed with JNCH own website (www.jawaharcustoms.gov.in) or directly from the link:
https://epsmmc-licenses.jnch.in/LicenseRegistration

All authorisations holders having their authorisations with JNCH must examine the details and follow the process for quick and online tracking of their authorisations and compliances.

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DGFT launches Upgraded eBRC System for Exporters

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With the commitment to facilitate exports and imports and focus of transparent and accountable delivery system – DGFT launches an upgraded eBRC System for self certification by exporters.

The new upgraded system will mean that the Banks will now have to transmit the electronic Inward Remittance Message (IRMs) to the DGFT portal.

These IRMs will be accessible to relevant IEC holder upon logging into the DGFT Website – www.dgft.gov.in.

Exporters will create eBRCs by matching the IRM with relevant shipping bills, SOFTEX or Invoice details.

Multiple IRMs may be grouped under one eBRC or One IRM can be split amongst several eBRCs. The eBRCs can be generated via the system for Goods Exports, Services Exports and Deemed Exports.

The RBI Purpose Code and other fields mentioned in the IRM shall be used to validate the eBRC fields

Banks will have access to all eBRCs created by exporter against the IRMs they input.

The Soft (pilot) launch of the revamped system is proposed with effect from 15th November 2023.

Starting the given date (i.e 15.11.2023) each bank will set its cut-off on their readiness for the new system.

Both the upgraded system and the legacy eBRC system will operate simultaneously until all banks transition to the new system.

The DGFT website will host list of banks with their respective IRM cut-off dates for reference of all the stakeholders.

A Mandatory migration to API integration by the bank is also envisaged in the Trade Notice by all banks latest by 31st January 2024.

The Trade Notice No. 33/2023-24 Dated 10th Nov 2023 can be downloaded from the link below:
https://content.dgft.gov.in/Website/dgftprod/95f28e2b-6594-4d26-9b2c-8c3e9583a9d6/TN33%20Pilot%20Launch%20Revamp%20of%20eBRC.pdf

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DGFT introduces VC facility with DGFT HQ

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In continuation to enhance Trade Facilitation and efficient grievance redressal mechanisms, DGFT has now introduced a facility to contact Senior officials from DGFT Head Quarter (HQ) via Video Conferencing facility.

This VC facility will be effective from 08.11.2023 and will be made available on every Wednesday between 10am to 12 noon. Senior officers from DGFT HQs shall remain present during the VCs to address the matter which could not be resolved by DGFT RAs.

Interested parties may avail the facility by registering on the DGFT portal – www.dgft.gov.in and selecting the “Centralised VC with HQs” option under services.

Apart, from this DGFT already has facility of daily online VC with all RAs of DGFT as well as individual appointments with concerned officers of RAs over VC continues as usual.

You can refer to the detailed Trade Notice No. 32/2023-24 dated 06th November 2023 here:
https://content.dgft.gov.in/Website/dgftprod/f413bf04-28b4-4d0d-947a-b9008d9f7955/Trade%20Notice%20No.32.pdf

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Automatic System based issuance of e-Status Holder Certificate

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In the interest of the trade facilitation, reduce compliance burden and promote ease of doing business, it is decided to Grant electronic Status Holder Certification, based on Merchandise export data available with DGCI&S will be generated. Exporters need not file any application for the same.

However, where exporter wants upgradation  with higher status or where additional export data related to services, deemed exports or double weightage is not available, can apply for the Status Modification online at a later date.

The e-SHC will be made available after necessary IT iterations, by 15th August every year. Eligible exporters will be automatically issued e-SHC withing 48 hrs of the issue of the Trade Notice.

All pending/in-process applicaiton under FTP 2023 will be scrutinized by IT System for Auto Issuance.

The Trade Notice has also clarified that
All Status Holder Certificate issued under FTP 2015-20 will remain valid till 30th September 2023 only as per provisions under para 1.09 of HBP 2023.

An IEC Holder who is not getting covered under the new mechanism of automatic issue, will need to apply online to concerned RA of DGFT as per HBP 2023 provisions. 

Exporter may refer to Press Release by Ministry of Commerce & Industry at the link here:
https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1966127

Also, refer to DGFT Public Notice No. 32/2023 Dated 09.10.2023 amending HBP Para 1.08 notifying the said change.
https://content.dgft.gov.in/Website/dgftprod/78b29d77-ee65-40dd-8566-43b8ccccf4f9/PN32_E.pdf

Trade Notice No. 28/2023-24 may be also referred for the same.
https://content.dgft.gov.in/Website/dgftprod/b20d3441-7d0c-4c05-8362-9b80fba32897/TN.pdf

This will be certainly be a welcome step for all exporters.

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