Organisation : Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Portal : Defence Exports Promotion Portal
Facility Name : Register New Company
Applicable State/UT : All India
Website : defenceexim [dot] gov [dot] in
What is Defence Exports Promotion Portal?
‘Defence Exports Promotion’ portal under DDP is a single window for submitting the application for export authorisation/license by the industry for SCOMET Category 6/ under Arms Rules in Form A X-A and processing and issue of the export authorisation by the Department of Defence Production. The portal is also a medium to receive discreet Export leads for the benefit of defence exporters.
How to Register New Company at Defence Exports Promotion Portal?
To Register New Company at Defence Exports Promotion Portal, Follow the below steps
Steps:
Step-1 : Go to the link defenceexim [dot] gov [dot] in
Step-2 : Enter the Email ID
Step-3 : Enter the Mobile Number
Step-4 : Enter the Security Code (Captcha)
Step-5 : Click On “Generate OTP” button
FAQ On Defence Exports Promotion Portal
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ On Defence Exports Promotion Portal
Whether export of Munitions List Items is permitted? If yes, what is the procedure?
** Export of Munitions List Items is permitted under a “Authorization” issued by the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence as notified by DGFT vide Policy Circular No. 5/2015-2020 dated 24.05.2017, as reflected in the Export Policy in Table “A” S. No. 5(d) of Schedule 2 of ITC (HS) Classification of Export & Import items.
** Applications are to be filed online at https://www.defenceexim.gov.in/ . The SOP for issue of Export Authorisation is available at https://www.ddpmod.gov.in/.
** Issue of the Export Authorisation is subject to submission of original End User Certificate (EUC) as per format available at the website mentioned above.
** The EUC is to be signed/stamped by government of end user/ultimate end user country/State or the designated officer of the importing company, as the case may be.
What is the reason for revision of SOP?
SCOMET Category 6 titled ‘Munitions List’ that was hitherto ‘Reserved’ has been populated. The Military Stores list notified Vide Notification No. (115(RE-2013/2009-2014) dated 13th March 2015 stands rescinded. Therefore, to synchronise SOP with the SCOMET list, SOP has been revised.
What are the items that were earlier included in Category 6 of SCOMET?
The Category 6 of SCOMET was reserved for munitions list and hence, there were no items earlier included in Category 6 of SCOMET.
Are there any exception in Category 6 of SCOMET where DDP is not the licensing authority?
Yes, for items in category 6A007 (Chemicals or Biological Toxic Agents) and Category 6A008 (Energetic Materials and related substances), DGFT will be the licensing authority apart from certain exemptions mentioned under Commodity by Identification Note (CIN).
What are exceptions related to MoD’s jurisdiction in CIN?
The exceptions under CIN related to MoD’s jurisdiction are as follows:
** If items are prima facie, classifiable under two or more headings, the heading which provides the most specific description shall be preferred to heading providing a more general description. The end-use of the item would be a relevant criteria in determining the classification
** Nuclear Power Generating Equipment or Propulsion Equipment including “Nuclear Reactors” and specially designed for military use & components, therefore, specially designed or modified for military use AND Simulators specially designed for military “Nuclear Reactors covered under Category 6A017 will be classified under the relevant description in Category 0.
Is there any difference between No Objection Certificate and Authorization/ Export Licence for export of Munitions list items?
No, ‘authorization’ & Export Licence for export of Munitions list items is same as NOC for export of military stores. Procedure for issue of authorization is also similar to issue of NOC.
Is there any requirement to maintain records of export of Munitions List items?
The Exporter is required to maintain records (manual or electronics form) for a period of five years from the date of export. Para 3 of Public Notice No. 4/2015-20 dated 24/05/2016 is relevant in this regard.
What are the documents which are required to be kept in record for 05 years?
All documents submitted while making an application, correspondence with the buyer/consignee/end user or MoD, relevant contract documents, relevant book of accounts, relevant financial records, shipping documents including shipping bills, bill of entry and bill of lading etc.
Can I appeal against the denial of authorization and if yes, who is the competent authority to examine the appeal?
In case an Authorization for Munitions list items is denied/refused by the Ministry of Defence, the applicant company can make an appeal against the denial within 30 days to MoD. Such requests shall be examined as per the provisions of SOP.
Can an Exporter hire the services of broker/brokering firm to facilitate the export of Munitions list items?
Brokering is prohibited in terms of provisions of the Foreign Trade Development and Regulation Act 1992 as amended and the Weapons of Mass Destruction and their Delivery Systems (Prohibition of Unlawful Activities) Act 2005.
Contact
Query Related to Defence Export/Import:
Call : 011 – 2301 8976 Fax 011 – 2301 2948
Email : usepc[at]ddpmod[dot]gov[dot]in
Query Related to Export Leads:
Call : 011 – 2301 9588
Email : epc[at]ddpmod[dot]gov[dot]in