Public Notice No. 46/2025-2026, Dated 05-02-2026
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has issued a public notice extending the timeline for filing the Annual RoDTEP Return for the Financial Year 2023–24.
1. Extended Filing Deadline
- The due date for filing the Annual RoDTEP Return has been further extended up to 31 March 2026.
- The extension is subject to payment of a composition fee of ₹15,000.
- The extension applies with effect from the date of publication of the public notice.
2. Compliance Requirement for Exporters
Exporters availing benefits under the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme are required to:
- File the Annual RoDTEP Return on the DGFT portal
- Ensure filing is completed on or before 31 March 2026
- Pay the prescribed composition fee of ₹15,000 along with the return
3. Consequences of Non-Filing
DGFT has clarified that if the Annual RoDTEP Return is not filed by 31 March 2026, action shall be taken in accordance with Para 4.94 of the Handbook of Procedures, 2023, which may include:
- Denial of RoDTEP benefits
- Scroll-out of RoDTEP scrips
- Other regulatory consequences as prescribed under the Foreign Trade Policy framework
4. Key Takeaway
Exporters should treat this extension as a final compliance opportunity and ensure timely filing of the Annual RoDTEP Return to avoid suspension or withdrawal of RoDTEP benefits.
