Guidelines for Wheat Export Applications Under 25 LMT Quota

DGFT Issues Guidelines for Wheat Export Applications Under 25 LMT Quota

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has released a public notice outlining the procedure for applying for wheat export authorizations under the approved quota of 25 lakh metric tonnes (LMT).

Key Highlights

1. Application Process

• Exporters with an active Importer Exporter Code (IEC) must apply online through the official DGFT portal under the restricted exports licensing section.
• Applications will be accepted from 1 May 2026 to 10 May 2026 only.
• Offline, postal, or email applications will not be considered.

2. Validity of Authorization

• Export licenses issued under this scheme will remain valid for six months from the date of issue.
• Extensions, if any, may be considered individually by the competent authority.

3. Non-Transferable License

• Export authorizations will be strictly non-transferable and can be used only by the IEC holder to whom it is issued.

4. Allocation of 25 LMT Wheat Export Quota

A. 18 LMT Reserved for Large Exporters

Eligible applicants must meet all of the following:

• Average annual export turnover of ₹150 crore or more during the last three years.
• Minimum application quantity of 50,000 MT.
• Chartered Accountant certificate with valid UDIN supporting turnover details.

B. 5 LMT Reserved for Government-linked Entities

This portion is meant for:

• State Trading Enterprises
• Cooperative Societies operating under Government of India institutions dealing in agricultural commodities.

C. 2 LMT Reserved for MSME Exporters

Applicants must:

• Be existing MSME exporters.
• Apply for at least 10,000 MT.

5. Selection Criteria

A Special Exim Facilitation Committee (SEFC) will examine applications based on:

• Previous export track record
• Confirmed export orders/contracts available at the time of application

6. Review and Reallocation

After three months, DGFT may review export performance. Unused quota may be redistributed, especially where exporters have utilized less than 50% of allotted quantity.

7. Documents Required

Applicants must upload:

• Confirmed export orders/contracts
• Export performance details for the last five financial years
• CA certificate with valid UDIN

8. Applications Liable for Rejection

Applications may be rejected if:

• Quantity requested is below the minimum limit
• Filed outside the application window
• Submitted through non-approved channels
• Multiple applications are filed by the same IEC holder
• Incorrect or false information is provided

9. Monthly Reporting Requirement

Authorized exporters must submit monthly export progress reports by the 5th of every month to the designated DGFT email address.

Failure to comply may attract action under the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992.

Conclusion: The new framework creates a structured and transparent system for wheat exports while prioritizing experienced exporters, MSMEs, and government-linked entities. Exporters should ensure timely filing and full documentation to secure allocation.

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