New Delhi [India], January 16 (ANI): The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has announced a major policy shift aimed at strengthening India's e-commerce landscape by extending key export incentives to goods shipped via the postal route. Effective from January 15, 2026, this move is designed to integrate small-scale exporters into the mainstream global trade network.

Described by the government as a "landmark measure", the update allows exporters to access benefits under the Duty Drawback, Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP), and Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies (RoSCTL) schemes. By including the postal mode in electronic form, the CBIC aims "to provide a level playing field for exporters using the postal channel and to create a conducive and inclusive ecosystem for the growth of cross-border e-commerce."

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The financial implications are expected to be particularly beneficial for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). According to the Ministry of Finance, the initiative is "expected to significantly enhance the competitiveness of MSME exporters, especially those located in smaller towns and remote areas, and give a major fillip to postal exports." To facilitate this, the CBIC has approved specific amendments to the Postal Export (Electronic Declaration and Processing) Regulations, 2022.

This regulatory change builds upon existing infrastructure, such as the 28 notified Foreign Post Offices and the innovative 'Hub and Spoke' model launched in collaboration with the Department of Posts. This model utilises over 1,000 Dak Niryat Kendras (DNKs) across the country to assist with the booking and processing of export parcels.

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The government views this expansion of incentives as a critical step in its broader economic strategy. The release concludes that "the extension of export incentives to postal shipments marks another important milestone in the Government's ongoing efforts to simplify procedures, reduce costs, and promote inclusive growth of India's exports," ultimately strengthening India's standing in the global digital economy. (ANI)

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